Balmacaan in Donegal tweed in walnut
Buying
£600.00
Coat, made in London, with heavy merino lambswool tweed (28oz) from County Donegal — ostensibly brown, but so much more besides — and horn buttons from the West Midlands.
Waiting
One day — maybe not today, maybe not tomorrow, but soon — more of these will be made. Not exactly the same, perhaps, but very similar indeed. You can send an email to info@sehkelly.com for more information, and even to be notified when that day comes.
Sizing
The balmacaan fits true to size, but remember, it's an overcoat, cut in the traditional way of being spacious and accommodating of lots of layers underneath. Thick shirts, sweaters, suits — the balmacaan envelopes them all. Thus go down a size for a slimmer and less spacious fit.
XS | S | M | L | XL | |
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To fit chest | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 |
Pit-to-pit | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 |
Back length | 36¼ | 36½ | 36¾ | 37 | 37¼ |
Sleeve from centre-back | 33¾ | 34¼ | 34¾ | 35¼ | 35¾ |

As worn
Makers of
So they say
Let me tell you — the balmacaan is a work of art. From the texture and colour to the drape of the whole piece, it is so thoughtfully put together that every wear is a pleasure!
The coat is wonderful. I have in my time worn [list of established British coat-makers] and, in their prime, [another very notable British coat-maker] and none hold a candle to this. It is lightweight, has a great hand and texture, its fit is perfect for me, and so is its cut. Thank you very much. It also arrived beautifully boxed and intact.
The balmacaan arrived yesterday, intact, beautifully wrapped and boxed. It is beautiful and fits perfectly. Over a suit with cell phone, stethoscope, and assorted EDC gear on board, it is comfortable and not baggy. And the fabric is amazing. A soft hand and drape but seems as if it will wear forever. Love the Donegal slubs, too. I often wear a popped collar — a throwback to my preppy days — and the collar here really pops. I couldn't be more pleased. Thank you again for you great service and superior craftsmanship.
I have gotten the urge to advance further into the world of well-dressed people, and I was one of the lucky people who got their hands on the sturdy balmacaan in Ventile Canvas.
The balmacaan has arrived. It is beautiful.
I have received the tweed balmacaan and it is even more beautiful than I remembered. Thank you very much again.
I'm very pleased — it's beautifully made and detailed.
I thought I'd let you know that I'm really pleased with my balmacaan. I've already given it a couple wears despite the weather being a bit chilly, and I love it. The fit and cut is wonderful — modern and classic at the same time, great silhouette and a perfect collar. The details are great (I don't really know the purpose of the press studs on the pockets, but I know I like them). And the fabric is great stuff, looks and feels lovely, and the way it creases, especially up and down the arms, is amazing. I imagine it ageing very well. A proper rain coat. I'm eagerly anticipating a rainy spring.