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  1. 58panheadfan

    Five Star Leather Jackets

    Not at all, I find it refreshing to exchange opinions, even if they don't correspond. That's the icing on the cake as long as it doesn't go below the belt, which is not the case here at all. You expressed your opinion honestly and qualifiedly regarding your experience with the 5Star leather...
  2. 58panheadfan

    Five Star Leather Jackets

    By the way, I find this thread, like others in this forum, excellent for beginners to get their own idea of 5Star in this case. This information is worth its weight in gold, I would have been happy if I had received such information when I was starting out and that too for free. We @ton312 and...
  3. 58panheadfan

    Five Star Leather Jackets

    I definitely understand your point of view and also think you can give an objective assessment of the 5Star leather jackets based on your experience. As I said, I am quite happy with my two jackets from 5Star even if the steerhide is embossed. Regarding your assessment of the made in Japan...
  4. 58panheadfan

    Five Star Leather Jackets

    Maybe it was just luck with both of my 5Star leather jackets (Roadmaster & Trojan) or maybe it's because I gave a 10% tip to the team when I paid. As mentioned, I am more than happy with both. Looking back, I would change two or three small things on the Roadmaster. The Trojan turned out...
  5. 58panheadfan

    Double Helix Works?

    @Canuck Panda I was asking about how I like the nitta HH vs. Shinki HH, here my answer: Both leathers are similar in thickness, appearance and haptic. The DH is a tad thicker maybe 0.1 mm. The FW shows a bit more grain but the DH is new and I think the grain will pop up after some time with...
  7. 58panheadfan

    Double Helix Works?

    I really like the haptic of the veg tan HH from nitta tannery and the semi aniline top coat used. Deep black and shiny but of course that’s a personal preference.
  8. 58panheadfan

    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    In House (to cold outside) Double Helix Classic 1930s
  9. 58panheadfan

    Double Helix Works?

    Double Helix Classic 1930s I like the slighly longer lenght on this jacket a typical 30's Hercules Style. Also the three Pancel Back design with the narrow half belt is to my taste in combination with the slightly A-shape, flare from mid section to bottom.
  10. 58panheadfan

    Five Star Leather Jackets

    I have to say both of my 5Star jackets, the Roadmaster and the Trojan, are on par with a Vanson jacket. The leather on both models (black and seal waxed cowhide) is great, they fit very well and the workmanship is impeccable, equal if not better than Vanson. As I mentioned, if you do your...
  11. 58panheadfan

    Five Star Leather Jackets

    Yes, with a few small changes. The trojan is a bit longer and has no belt loops or sleeve straps because I wear it as a “civilian” jacket. The protech is my "bike" jacket, which with its shorter length is perfect for my upright sitting position on the bike. The half belt on the 5star trojan is...
  13. 58panheadfan

    Five Star Leather Jackets

    Here are two photos to illustrate the difference between two panel and three panel sleeves. On the left the Roadmaster with two panels and on the right the Trojan with three panel sleeves. The sleeves on the Roadmaster are straighter, the sleeves on the Trojan are turned more forward.
  14. 58panheadfan

    Five Star Leather Jackets

    You are right about sleeve techniques used by 5Star, but I have to say it turned out perfectly with my 3 panel sleeve on the trojan. Also I have the same feeling on some "strange" sleeve configurations from Thedi and FL (both looks as vests with added sleeves with very pointed shoulders)...
  15. 58panheadfan

    Hi new here. Is wearing a leather jacket basically an invitation for trouble?

    As long as you wear your OWN leather jacket there shouldn't be any problems... ;)
  16. 58panheadfan

    Post Thedi Leather Jacket Photos Here........

    That‘s a Stetson Hatteras 8-Panel, bought from Stetson Europe
  17. 58panheadfan

    FS: THEDI LEATHERS MTC-127949 LEATHER JACKET BROWN COWHIDE M/L

    SOLD, thank you for your interest.
  19. 58panheadfan

    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    Vintage 50‘s Penney‘s Hunting Jacket
  20. 58panheadfan

    FS: THEDI LEATHERS MTC-127949 LEATHER JACKET BROWN COWHIDE M/L

    Thank you for your kind words. Good luck for your upcoming custom project too! The measurements given on the paper seems to be a bit short in length. In fact, the jacket is great to wear with with an authentic look.
  21. 58panheadfan

    First Aero Leather advice - lightweight CXFQHH or Pinnacle?

    Same for me as @MrProper said. It never bothered me to wear a veg tan leather jacket in the rain. On the contrary, that is only good for the jacket (mold to your body). There are also quite some difference in veg tan to veg tan, different tanneries different leather. My FW leather jackets have...
  22. 58panheadfan

    FS: THEDI LEATHERS MTC-127949 LEATHER JACKET BROWN COWHIDE M/L

    Black Friday bump... The asking price is US-$ 1'000 below the RRP. If you've always considered a Thedi leather jacket, this would be the opportunity.
  23. 58panheadfan

    Dyeing leather jacket

    Maybe you've already partially ruined the jacket by adding dye to the inside. Stay away from it, as already mentioned, wear the jacket and it will hug your body and develop a beautiful patina.

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