Lee 91-J Jelt Denim Chore Coat, 1930s, Union Made, Size 34, Heavily Worn

A Lee 91-J chore coat in Jelt Denim, with a Union Made label, brass buttons and three patch pockets.

The Piece

The Lee 91-J is the quintessential American work coat: a collared jacket with patch pockets on the chest and hips and brass buttons down the front. This example carries the Union Made label, with the pocket and collar edges long since worn to threads.

The surface is mottled with years of oil and dirt, giving the deep blue a lived-in, stained patina.

Details

• Style: Denim chore coat with brass buttons and three patch pockets
• Era: Dated to the 1930s in Japan
• Model: 91-J
• Size: 34
• Fabric: Jelt Denim, Sanforized
• Label: Union Made, Lee label
• Colour: Faded indigo
• Made in: United States
• Condition notes: Heavy fading, stains and worn pocket corners

Condition

• Graded C in Japan: heavy wear, soiling and small damage.
• Please see all photographs for the details.

Condition grade C (marked wear) on the Japanese scale; see Japanese condition ranks, explained.

Authenticity & Care

Woven labels, size and care labels, style references, zips, hardware and stitching are examined together and documented in Japan before dispatch. Every piece carries the Japonista authenticity guarantee. Hang it on a broad hanger in a breathable garment bag and leave any cleaning to a specialist.

Delivery from Japan

Packed by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Every sale is final; please ask anything before you buy, and see our published policy.