A stunning Pre-WW1 (Edwardian) Somerset Light Infantry Sergeant's Scarlet Tunic Jacket & Trousers
With Somerset Light Infantry metal collar badges / metal shoulder titles
All General Service KC brass buttons present
With Sergeant rank stripes and KC bullion wire Marksman/Instructors trade badge on the right arm
Jacket is made from a heavy thick wool.
Makers label for Hobson & Sons with a lot of sizing details - 39 inch chest and 16.5 inch collar.
WD marked inside. Named to Byers inside the collar.
Chest Size approx 34-35 inches. Armpit to armpit measurement is 18.5 inches. Jacket is heavily padded / lined and would be very slim fitting. Armpit to cuff is 19 inches
Jacket Condition is in good condition with a small number of moth holes or trails - largest hole is pictured on the back. Front pocket has some loose stitching.
Trousers are high quality and very heavy dark blue wool with thin red stripe. With high backed fish tail design and buttons for braces
Waist approx 28 inches, Inside leg 30 inches.
Named to M Linnette.
Trouser condition is very good with no mothing - main waist fixing button is missing though.
