Big Ben Work Coat

IMG 2725 628x628 Big Ben Work CoatOn one of the first days of real spring in Copenhagen I went vintage shopping with a friend of mine. For a while he had been talking about the Wasteland shop and the lined denim jackets they have there. He chose this deadstock Big Ben Work Coat with an acrylic/polyester lining. A true workwear jacket. He’s a slim guy and the size 34 regular fitted him perfectly.

IMG 2726 628x471 Big Ben Work CoatBig Ben and Red Kap (see below “Full 1 Year Warranty) are both part of the former Blue Bell Inc. now owned by VFC, the world’s largest clothing company.

IMG 2730 628x837 Big Ben Work CoatClassic red workwear bartacks gives it the final touch.

IMG 2732 628x837 Big Ben Work CoatMade in U.S.A.

IMG 2737 628x471 Big Ben Work CoatIMG 2741 628x471 Big Ben Work CoatGripper buttons.

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IMG 2745 628x837 Big Ben Work CoatThe blanket lining really looks cheap and maybe even like something you’d put in a dog’s basket, but that’s the charm of the authenticity of it all.

IMG 2750 628x471 Big Ben Work CoatWritten by Thomas Bojer.

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Thomas Bojer

Founder and editor-in-chief at Denimhunters
Thomas got into denim through a keen interest in manufacturing and a love for the well-faded jean. He's based in Copenhagen, Denmark, but he travels as much as his job allows. Through Denimhunters he has found a way to share his passion with likeminded enthusiasts while learning more about the blue fabric. Thomas' favourite jean is the 1947 501XX and he has a soft spot for Red Wing Shoes.
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Published on 20 May 2012 1 Comment
  • SBC Bjergby

    Fin fin jakke. Er den en kopi af Lee’s Loco Jacket fra 1921, eller kunne man forestille sig Big Ben var fra før den tid? Har selv Loco jakken med hesteforing, og det er en fantastisk jakke, som kan bruges hele året rundt. Så et rigtig godt fund.