Lands' End (India) Men's Slate Gray Multi-Pocket Military Style Hooded Jacket

Elegant Lands' End jacket in slate gray. Ideal for versatile wear. FEATURES: Pure Nylon Shell Mesh Lining (Fish Net) Brass Button Accents Size: M (38-40) Full Zip Hooded Rain Pockets Long Sleeve Slate Grey Hoodie * Excellent Vintage Condition Lands' End men's clothing has its origin in Chicago, Illinois, where it was founded in 1963 by Gary Comer and his partners to sell sailboat equipment and hardware through a mail-order catalog. Founded in 1963, Gary Comer, a passionate sailor, established Lands' End in Chicago to provide equipment for racing sailors. Mail-Order Business: The company began as a mail-order business, operating from the basement of a small storefront in Chicago's tannery district. The Name: The company's name, "Lands' End," stemmed from its yachting heritage and the location of its products, but the misplaced apostrophe was a result of an early, inexpensive catalog print run that the founder couldn't afford to correct. Shift to Clothing: By 1977, the focus shifted from solely selling sailing equipment to offering a broader range of clothing, with the brand expanding its product line to include men's, women's, and children's apparel. Sears Ownership: For several years, from 2002 to 2019, Lands' End products were sold in Sears stores before the company was spun off again. Today, Lands' End remains a multi-channel retailer offering clothing, accessories, and home products, all of which originated from its early days as a yachting supply catalog.