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DRESS COAT FOR PROFESSIONAL MEN. Diagram 246.

The coat worn by the Speaker and other officials of the House of Commons, K.C.'s, and similar professional men is that shown on diagrams 279 and 280.

It is cut S. B., with a stand collar to meet at front of breast, and fastened with hooks and eyes.

Six rows of braid with buttons at end to imitate notched holes.

It is cut about 36½ long for 5 ft. 8in. figure.

The fronts are sharply cut away above and below the breast.

Diagram 247 shows the style of cuff generally worn on this coat.

This is also the coat worn for dress purposes by dignitaries of the Church.