Jacket Conversion in an Afternoon

[sydnie7]

Is it just my eyes, or do I see a second (presumably false) pocket flap added above the original, functioning flap? That's a nice touch, adds some balance and makes it look less like a jacket that was shortened. Well done!

[fluter]

Is it just my eyes, or do I see a second (presumably false) pocket flap added above the original, functioning flap? That's a nice touch, adds some balance and makes it look less like a jacket that was shortened. Well done!

Actually I think it's a functional pocket---it's called a "ticket pocket" if I recall correctly. I have an ancient suit coat in line to be bob-tailed that has just the same arrangement.

[sydnie7]

Actually I think it's a functional pocket---it's called a "ticket pocket" if I recall correctly. I have an ancient suit coat in line to be bob-tailed that has just the same arrangement.

Well, it doesn't show on the original jacket, so I'm assuming that it is just an additional flap. Unless she got WAY ambitious!

[Panache]

Actually I think it's a functional pocket---it's called a "ticket pocket" if I recall correctly. I have an ancient suit coat in line to be bob-tailed that has just the same arrangement.

Well, it doesn't show on the original jacket, so I'm assuming that it is just an additional flap. Unless she got WAY ambitious!

Sydnie,

It is a functional third pocket that came with the jacket originally (it is hard to see in the first photo as the lighting is bad). Ken is correct that these are called ticket pockets. The F-H.C.A.G. was able to save the lower two pockets without closing them, but they are shallow and best for very small lightweight items. In contrast the "ticket pocket" is quite deep and useful. I keep my keys in it.

Cheers

Jamie

[sydnie7]

Sydnie,

It is a functional third pocket that came with the jacket originally (it is hard to see in the first photo. . . [snip]

Got it now, thanks!

Still think it adds to the "balance" of shortened jacket, will have to keep that in mind even when it's not part of the original construction. . .

[Panache]

Got it now, thanks!

Still think it adds to the "balance" of shortened jacket, will have to keep that in mind even when it's not part of the original construction. . .

While I have no skill myself to do these sort of alterations , I do think that the most crucial element for a successful conversion is to find the right jacket in the first place. It would seem to save a lot of time and effort and the end result will be far better for the tailor / seamstress.

Cheers

Jamie