What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

Bennarion · 2025-03-14T12:47:49+0000

Gum said:
New RMC A2 in today. Ignore the shorts, it’s really warm in Sydney at the moment.

This horsehide is quite a pumpkin orange in person and it’s really special.

I was worried that it would be small, but I think it fits pretty decently for an A2. People say that this model fits one or two size smaller than tag, but I have found that it’s a slim TTS.

The jacket suits you perfectly, the color is beautiful

Tom71 · 2025-03-14T13:11:22+0000

Gum said:
New RMC A2 in today. Ignore the shorts, it’s really warm in Sydney at the moment.

This horsehide is quite a pumpkin orange in person and it’s really special.

I was worried that it would be small, but I think it fits pretty decently for an A2. People say that this model fits one or two size smaller than tag, but I have found that it’s a slim TTS.

Love it. Great colour, and it does look great on you. Fit is so subjective, but no way it looks small on you.

Tom71 · 2025-03-14T13:17:10+0000

Just unboxed half an hour ago. Vanson/MrFrown C2 in Cognac Badalassi.

Still has the shape of the box rather than my torso, but I am so pleased I had to share immediately.

I was pretty worried about sizing, but no way I could do one up.

Hide is absolutely utterly gorgeous, and the hardware and liner are the perfect match. Yes, it squeaks like a rabid squirrel, but this is a head-turner anyway.

True fit photos over the weekend for sure!

Shawnziee · 2025-03-14T13:22:03+0000

@Tom71 Talk about a perfect fit. All these Vibrant Brown colors are giving me the itch. STOP IT PEOPLE. Hahaha. Congrats on the jacket, man.

Tom71 · 2025-03-14T13:25:25+0000

Shawnziee said:
@Tom71 Talk about a perfect fit. All these Vibrant Brown colors are giving me the itch. STOP IT PEOPLE. Hahaha. Congrats on the jacket, man.

haha, thanks much! Can´t wait to break it in. So far it wears me more than the other way round...

rogueclimber · 2025-03-14T13:38:40+0000

Tom71 said:
I was pretty worried about sizing, but no way I could do one up

To clarify: You went a size smaller than your normal size (as @Mrfrown ) ((???)) recommends?

Herrvallmo · 2025-03-14T13:45:52+0000

Tom71 said:
Just unboxed half an hour ago. Vanson/MrFrown C2 in Cognac Badalassi.

Still has the shape of the box rather than my torso, but I am so pleased I had to share immediately.

I was pretty worried about sizing, but no way I could do one up.

Hide is absolutely utterly gorgeous, and the hardware and liner are the perfect match. Yes, it squeaks like a rabid squirrel, but this is a head-turner anyway.

True fit photos over the weekend for sure!

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Amazing! fit you great Tom

IrishStu · 2025-03-14T14:07:56+0000

TheOldFashioned said:
So I think the the denim soak turned out pretty good, so today was a break-in day:
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But let's be honest, the denim was just the side dish. Mushman's Rio Grande limited edition white version. I've had this jacket for a few weeks now and have come to the conclusion this is pretty much end game for me. Sewn by Electic Leather Studio consisting of Himeji white (cream) horsehide and genuine Chimayo panels provided by Trujillo. One of five in existence (Sz 34, 36, 38, 40, and 42), and the only one in my size. So glad I pulled the trigger on this.

Studio D'Artisan Rain Kasuri jeans.

It was well worth pulling the trigger as that is an amazing jacket.

Tom71 · 2025-03-14T15:11:21+0000

rogueclimber said:
To clarify: You went a size smaller than your normal size (as @Mrfrown ) ((???)) recommends?

This is a size 42.

Here´s the thing: Vanson´s sizing is very inconsistent between the different models in their lineup, with some of them (Model B; Enfield to some extent) running pretty large, while olthers are on the slimmer side (Model E, Chopper).

I was worried that the "C" was small on me, especially since it´s so super short. I would say, it fits comparable to the "B", but with larger arms and a tad bigger than an Enfield.

For reference: I wear size 44 in japanese makers and vary between 42 and 44 for british/american makers. With Aero, I am 42 for the 1930´s cuts, 40 for the 1950´s cuts and 44 for the Premier line.

Tom71 · 2025-03-14T15:13:26+0000

Tom71 said:
This is a size 42.

Here´s the thing: Vanson´s sizing is very inconsistent between the different models in their lineup, with some of them (Model B; Enfield to some extent) running pretty large, while olthers are on the slimmer side (Model E, Chopper).

I was worried that the "C" was small on me, especially since it´s so super short. I would say, it fits comparable to the "B", but with larger arms and a tad bigger than an Enfield.

For reference: I wear size 44 in japanese makers and vary between 42 and 44 for british/american makers. With Aero, I am 42 for the 1930´s cuts, 40 for the 1950´s cuts and 44 for the Premier line.

I should perhaps add that I found the size chart on the "DudsbyDel" page both helpful and accurate.

Khilij · 2025-03-14T15:44:13+0000

Tom71 said:
Just unboxed half an hour ago. Vanson/MrFrown C2 in Cognac Badalassi.

Still has the shape of the box rather than my torso, but I am so pleased I had to share immediately.

I was pretty worried about sizing, but no way I could do one up.

Hide is absolutely utterly gorgeous, and the hardware and liner are the perfect match. Yes, it squeaks like a rabid squirrel, but this is a head-turner anyway.

True fit photos over the weekend for sure!

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Holy mackerel. That is something special for sure. Looks awesome, Tom!

JonS1967 · 2025-03-14T16:00:23+0000

Tom71 said:
Just unboxed half an hour ago. Vanson/MrFrown C2 in Cognac Badalassi.

Still has the shape of the box rather than my torso, but I am so pleased I had to share immediately.

I was pretty worried about sizing, but no way I could do one up.

Hide is absolutely utterly gorgeous, and the hardware and liner are the perfect match. Yes, it squeaks like a rabid squirrel, but this is a head-turner anyway.

True fit photos over the weekend for sure!

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Now that’s Bad (al) ass (i)! ;-)

JonS1967 · 2025-03-14T16:05:16+0000

Vanson again. I hope I’m not over posting this jacket. Happy Friday!!

Tom71 · 2025-03-14T16:09:08+0000

Khilij said:
Holy mackerel. That is something special for sure. Looks awesome, Tom!

Thank you. I am setting at my desk, wearing the jacket. Don´t usually do that in the house, but I am really honeymooning with this. Starts to drape too.

Tom71 · 2025-03-14T16:10:32+0000

JonS1967 said:
Now that’s Bad (al) ass (i)! ;-)

...unmistakably. My wife makes snarky remarks from downstairs as she hears me squeaking while I claim to be working.

Canuck Panda · 2025-03-14T16:25:32+0000

Johnson Leathers M-100 bomber / varsity jacket in navy cxl

Viking752 · 2025-03-14T17:09:34+0000

Tom71 said:
Just unboxed half an hour ago. Vanson/MrFrown C2 in Cognac Badalassi.

Still has the shape of the box rather than my torso, but I am so pleased I had to share immediately.

I was pretty worried about sizing, but no way I could do one up.

Hide is absolutely utterly gorgeous, and the hardware and liner are the perfect match. Yes, it squeaks like a rabid squirrel, but this is a head-turner anyway.

True fit photos over the weekend for sure!

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I know we all have the best intentions when it comes to our jackets being the one. We throw claims around like “I’ll never sell this” or ”my journey is over” or my favorite “ I have all the jackets I need” However, in this case with this Vanson I can only hope this is your grail piece or close to it. You sir, are floating in rarified air with this one. The color and just the sheer presence of this C2 are spot on. Congratulations

Bennarion · 2025-03-14T17:12:30+0000

Tom71 said:
Just unboxed half an hour ago. Vanson/MrFrown C2 in Cognac Badalassi.

Still has the shape of the box rather than my torso, but I am so pleased I had to share immediately.

I was pretty worried about sizing, but no way I could do one up.

Hide is absolutely utterly gorgeous, and the hardware and liner are the perfect match. Yes, it squeaks like a rabid squirrel, but this is a head-turner anyway.

True fit photos over the weekend for sure!

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There are no words. The color of the jacket makes my head spin.

X83 · 2025-03-14T17:33:22+0000

Canuck Panda said:
Johnson Leathers M-100 bomber / varsity jacket in navy cxl
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Beautiful jacket brother perfect time to ask is the navy cxl on this jacket seem a bit more supple and not as ridged other horween cxl

Bennarion · 2025-03-14T17:51:41+0000

Canuck Panda said:
Johnson Leathers M-100 bomber / varsity jacket in navy cxl
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The jacket fits perfectly. The skin looks like armor

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