When it comes to traditional breton sweaters witht the shoulder opening, you have two choices. The straight cut Breton sweater which is a body hugging type or this one which is designed as a normal jumper shape with a ribbed welt and ribbed cuffs. It is usually more flattering for men carrying a little more weight around the waist. Made in 100% high quality new wool from renowned Breton marine label Royal Mer, this Breton jumper is in plain navy blue colour with its classic left shoulder buttoning. Signature branding on all buttons. Very similar to the Binic.
A high quality and well finished garment that will test the length of time. Depending on the way you like wear it, some people like it with the first button un-done (close to the neckline), some prefer it with all buttons on. It is a matter of individual style.
Please note that the finishing touches of this classic have been reviewed over the years. We therefore have a mix stock listed as OLD and NEW. Both are plain navy externally front and back and same sizing:
- Listed as OLD DESIGN: branded shoulder buttons either matt or glossy (see picture)
- Listed as NEW DESIGN: internal cream band in the shoulder opening with glossy branded buttons and internal cream/navy stripy design in the top back. The stripy effect is only internal, not visible externally and only concentrated in the upper section of the back (See close-up picture).
100% pure new wool, hand wash only - sizes from medium to 3XL. Our model (6 foot 2, 42 inch chest) here wears an XL/T6.
LABEL: Royal Mer, made in Brittany, France
| French Label Sizing |
medium size 4 |
Large size 5 |
XL size 6 |
XXL size 7 |
3XL size 8 |
4XL size 9 |
| TO FIT CHEST (inches) |
38.1-40.1 |
41-42.9 |
44.1-46 |
46.8-49.2 |
50-52 |
+ 52 |
| TO FIT CHEST (cm) |
97-102 |
104-109 |
112-117 |
119-125 |
127-132 |
+ 135 |
Unsure how to take your measurements ? Check our full sizing guide here.
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Shipment with Royal Mail "Signed For" or tracked depending on destinations. Some décor may go with Parcelforce.
DISPATCH TIME: same working day if orders are received by 1pm UK time, Monday to Friday (excl Bank holidays).
UNITED KINGDOM - Royal Mail 1st or 2nd Class Signed For, from £2 to £4.95
UNITED KINGDOM EXPRESS - Royal Mail Guaranteed Next day by 1pm Monday to Saturday, from £8 to £12.95
Orders must be received by 1pm on the same working day for arrival the next day, valid for orders received from Monday to Friday 1pm latest. However, orders received after Friday 1pm to Monday 1pm latest are dispatched on Monday for arrival on Tuesday.
EUROPE - from £9.20, 3-5 working days shipping time from day of dispatch
REST OF THE WORLD - from £9.20, 5-7 working days shipping time from day of dispatch, up to 10 days in some cases for Australia
RETURN PERIOD:
- Fully priced items: 28 days
- Reduced items & sale items: 14 days
- All exchanges: 14 days
- Due to hygiene reasons, earrings are non-returnable.
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