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    2022 - the year of suede?

    I have been tempted by this but I came to the conclusion that the pattern won't work for me as it is wide (and padded) in the shoulders but narrow in the P2P so even with a custom number it seems a bridge to far for me - might be worth checking as it seems quite a different pattern from the...
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    2022 - the year of suede?

    I have this Aero custom cross zip made up (based on the Ridley /J106 pattern) using the same goat suede they use on the Majestic - its a beautiful hide - drapes really well and lovely hand - I had the mouton collar added to avoid the griminess that can accrue on high wear areas - I like the...
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    Vegecow Lewis Leathers quality

    Thanks Marc - that is incredibly helpful!! Hmmm…decisions, decisions! Just out of interest, which of those three patterns you have is your favourite - what are the key pros and cons of each? Cheers!
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    Vegecow Lewis Leathers quality

    Hi Folks - I am planning on another LL but going for a crosszip this time - I was wondering if you had any insights in the amount of front drop (or lack thereof) on the Lightnings, Cyclone and Super Monza? I seem to recall seeing a graphic on FL somewhere actually showing these side by side but...
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    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    Field Leathers customised Manhattan today….
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    Aero Board racer, hand warmer pockets or not?

    It might be worth asking Aero to make the chest pockets deeper as they are pretty shallow - I have done this on all my custom jackets so they can take my iPhone or wallet - the standard size is too shallow to be of much use imo. They are then actually easier to use than handwarmers and more...
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    Aero Board racer, hand warmer pockets or not?

    I also prefer this style without handwarmers - less is more with the BR!
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    Vegecow Lewis Leathers quality

    The side Side buckles don't really have that effect as they are placed at the base of the jacket near the hem, unlike halfbelts that have them higher and can cinch in that way. The lower side pulls just pull in at the base rather than giving a true taper - often creating more of a balloon...
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    How many new jackets do you have coming (and how many potential ones)?

    New custom Field Leathers Manhattan with two detachable mouton collars…. Greg has done a really fantastic job once again - due to arrive next week!
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    Vegecow Lewis Leathers quality

    This is the plain unquilted red body liner in the Dominator, fyi….
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    Vegecow Lewis Leathers quality

    You can get the quilted lining just as the plain material, without the padding and quilting - just the cotton - I asked for that in my Dominator for warmer weather wear - it is in the same red material. That might be what you want tbh? The nylon is only an issue in the sleeves if worn with t...
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    Vegecow Lewis Leathers quality

    A word of warning about the nylon - it is quite an open weave, so is more breathable in that sense, but also v scratchy on bare skin - not ideal for a t shirt fit - the satin sleeves are a far better bet I find. The nylon would be better for riding and with long sleeve t-shirts. I have both...
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    MEN'S PAJAMAS and DRESSING GOWNS

    Plenty of fantastic dressing gowns here - pricey, but top quality and should last a lifetime…..https://www.newandlingwood.com/mens-dressing-gowns
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    What hat are you waiting for today?

    New custom Hufvud Homburg in 100% beaver….due to be posted next week….!
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    How many new jackets do you have coming (and how many potential ones)?

    That brucciato hide is really special - I would put it right up there with the Lewis vegtan cow and just above both Shinki and Badalassi…you won't be disappointed!
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    Vegecow Lewis Leathers quality

    I would say the vegCOW is better than shinki or badalassi imo - it does not seem to be an extreme fast fade teacore - my jacket is still pretty much black a year in with a decent amount of wear. It is markedly softer than their new vegHH - but not as soft as the sheep (which is the best value...
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    Vegecow Lewis Leathers quality

    The vegehorse is v different from CXL - it is much lighter weight compared against what Aero et al offer - it is more like the typical lighter weight of other LL jackets. It feels v tough though, and is not a flimsy leather - it is noticeably stiffer than their vegecow….it would need some level...
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    Vegecow Lewis Leathers quality

    LL also have a new line in VegeHorse….see examples in various colours - dyed through, so not teacore like the VegeCow - same upcharge….
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    Vegecow Lewis Leathers quality

    I have a Super Phantom and a Western in the green sheep - really fantastic leather - I am tempted by one in blue or black, probably a Super Monza - but would also really like to see how Mr Proper's brown number turns out….don't see many brown LL in the wild but I suspect the sheep in those...
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    How to really soften stiff, thick leather? Extreme methods only!

    Urad do a “leather softener” called Tenderley or somesuch - has anyone here tried that?

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