Austin Reed Vintage 70s Wool Tan Houndstooth Jacket 40R | Blazer Gus's Elgin IL

This vintage Austin Reed blazer was tailor-made for Gus’s, a now-defunct men’s store in Elgin, Illinois — a nod to the era when local shops carried exclusive lines from luxury British labels. The piece features a 2-button front, notched lapels, ventless back, and four-button cuffs — all details that reinforce its mid-century sophistication, pointing to a late 1970s to early 1980s origin, when tailored structure and subtle texture defined a gentleman’s wardrobe. Inside, you’ll find two inner pockets and a tag marking it “Low Moisture – Utility Press” — a finishing detail rarely seen today. Style Notes: * Men’s size 40R (see measurements to confirm) * Pure virgin wool — textured yet breathable * Made for Gus’s using exclusive Austin Reed London tailoring * Union Made in the USA (ACTWU tag) — a rare marker of quality and ethical craftsmanship * Unvented back gives it a streamlined silhouette * Vintage era: late 1970s to early 1980s — perfect with dark denim or wool trousers Keywords: Austin Reed blazer, vintage wool blazer, men's houndstooth blazer, 60s mens blazer, 70s wool sport coat, tan wool blazer, classic menswear jacket, Gus’s Elgin Illinois, virgin wool blazer, Mad Men style jacket, mod style menswear, British menswear, basketweave sport coat, heritage tailoring, timeless men's blazer, London style blazer, men's size 40R, 40R vintage jacket, Union Made in the USA, ACTWU men's coat Smoke-Free & Pet-Friendly Home No Returns Accepted/All Sales Final