The long coat came along with the three strap boots and riding breeches, and replaced the short coat and leggings/trousers.

It is impossible to wear a pair of three strap boots and a pair of waterproof leggings. (I have tried it)

I must say i have seen some serious rain with just the long coat and boots and it kept my dry.

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David you are quite right there is a button hole lined up with the twin button strap which of course I can just do up, and that was obviously (now you mention it) its original purpose.

Nick the three buckle boots are much earlier than you may think, a friend of mine had a WW1 dated pair a few years ago, the toe was more like the earlier ammo boots without the external cap, they were used by the Royal Engineers but not necessarily for motor cyclists just muddy work.

My size 11 3 buckle boots fit in both of my sets of leggings, but I haven't tried it wearing them.

Rob

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This chap seems to be wearing separate leg leggings, I wonder when this picture was taken?

Rob

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