~50s French Work Black Moleskin Jacket "Le Mont St Michel" size 52

H I S T O R Y

This is a Le Mont St Michel black moleskin jacket manufactured around the 1940s-50s.

【Le Mont St Michel】
Le Mont St Michel is an indispensable name when discussing vintage French workwear. Its history began in 1913 with its founding in Pontorson, near the Mont Saint-Michel abbey in Normandy, France. Starting as a small family-run workshop, it became widely popular among local artisans and farmers during the 1920s and 30s. Through aggressive advertising, it grew to become a leading brand in western France. Its unique quality standards, which strictly differentiated pockets and stitching according to the intended use—such as for agricultural work, coal mining, hunting, and schoolchildren—prioritized durability and functionality above all else. Even in the vintage market, it continues to be highly regarded as the pinnacle of French workwear.

【About Moleskin】
"Mole" means the animal in English, and as the name suggests, it is a material characterized by its fur-like smoothness and luster, brushed on both sides. It is made using a transverse satin weave, where many weft threads are brought to the surface, and as it is worn, the moleskin develops its characteristic texture. The tightly woven fabric is resistant to wind and abrasion, making it a representative French material that combines both functionality and aging. In an era without synthetic fibers, moleskin, created with a calculated balance of practicality and change, can truly be called a timeless garment.

D E T A I L

This particular item is a black moleskin jacket manufactured during the transitional period of the 1940s-50s. Distinctive details include V-shaped pockets and a center seam on the back. The brand tag is a printed tag seen from the 1950s onwards, and later models saw the design change to U-shaped hemline pockets.

C O N D I T I O N

It has been worn moderately and has developed a soft texture with a slight fade. The size is a large, equivalent to an L. Given that most French people at the time were of smaller stature and size offerings were predominantly small, such larger pieces are scarce and rare. This is a garment that can be worn for generations.

S I Z E

Marked: 52 (Equivalent to L size)

Shoulder width 47cm

Body width 56cm

Length 68cm

Sleeve length 62cm