With so many international clients, Mr. Hertz realized he needed an easier way to transport his cloths across the globe. The solution was to invent the now ubiquitous fabric bunch, which soon became the industry standard for both tailors and merchants.

The most famous of these early cloth collections was our Superlana collection which can be found today safely stored in our Bunch Archive.

The decision was made to position ourselves at the very heart of the sartorial world: Savile Row. A purpose-built store opened at No.12—an address we proudly occupy to this day.

From this central London location, rooted in our heritage, we continue to outfit gentlemen in impeccably tailored suits that honour tradition while embracing modern style—crafted from our extensive luxury fabric collections, spanning timeless British cloths to contemporary weaves designed for today’s wardrobe.

SCABAL acquired a leading fabric mill in Huddersfield, a region historically celebrated for producing the finest cloth. For centuries, the mill’s waterwheels have been turned by its clear, soft waters, crafting fabrics of unparalleled quality.

Over the following 50 years, SCABAL has continually experimented, invested in state-of-the-art equipment, and pushed the boundaries of fabric development and innovation.

More than just a mill, it stands as a testament to genuine craftsmanship and uncompromising quality.

At our Huddersfield mill, SCABAL became the first company to transform a 16.25 μ wool fibre into Golden Carat, an exquisite and ground-breaking Super 150’s cloth.

In the years that followed, SCABAL set the bar even higher debuting the Super 180’s and even Super 200’s quality cloths. The pinnacle of these efforts is Summit, a collection so fine that even today it cannot be accurately measured.

Executive Chairman Gregor Thissen conceived the Scabal Noble Wool Club to redefine how fine wool is perceived—moving beyond numbers to a holistic approach that values the sheep’s environment and overall wellbeing.

Technically classified as Super 200’s wool, this exceptional cloth is exclusively woven from fibres sourced directly from family-owned farms that meet stringent ecological and animal welfare standards. These farms specialise in rearing Saxon Sheep, celebrated for producing the world’s finest merino wool, with the fibres themselves meet exacting criteria for resilience and quality.

By sourcing wool of the highest calibre, SCABAL has created a cloth that is both remarkably durable and supremely elegant, offering an exquisite handle, unmatched drape, and an enduring aesthetic.

In 2022, SCABAL marked a landmark 50 years on Savile Row, London—half a century at the heart of British tailoring.
To celebrate this milestone, the Scabal Mill crafted a limited-edition Savile Row collection of 50 exceptional articles, each a testament to the artistry, precision, and timeless elegance of British tailoring.

Commemorative events and celebrations took place around the world, honoring half a century of craftsmanship and style.

SCABAL remains independently family-owned, distinguished by its commitment to full Western European production in both cloth and clothing, crafted exclusively from the finest raw materials sourced directly from trusted suppliers.

The group encompasses 12 companies operating across more than 75 international markets, spanning Europe, Asia, North and South America, and the Middle East. SCABAL products are available through a global network that includes our own boutiques, partner concessions, shop-in-shops, independent tailors, and select retailers.

Our signature stores can be found in Paris, Shanghai, Geneva, Brussels, Shenzhen, and at our flagship location at No. 12 Savile Row, London—where heritage, craftsmanship, and innovation converge under one roof.