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  1. AeroFan_07

    Engineer boots: hard vs soft toe?

    I prefer soft-toe on any boot that is not a true, in the steel mill, weld shop work boot. Some who ride in Engineers on a motorcycle like the composite as it can be helpful, others feel this can get in the way of shifting, etc. Try out both of the make & model you are looking at, biggest thing...
  2. AeroFan_07

    Finds and Deals - Leather Jacket Edition

    Gibson & Barnes Coranado - 46T $600 BIN or offer. I am 99% sure this is the exact same jacket I had since new and sold back in 2018 - If it is the same it weight nearly 11-lbs, the zip-out vest liner weighed 1.0 lb, and it was not stiff at all. It's had a belt added...
  3. AeroFan_07

    Finds and Deals - Leather Jacket Edition

    Kit Karson - 1950's looks very nice ~ 40 or slim 42 fit (21.5" pit to pit per seller) - $500 BIN w/offer - https://www.ebay.com/itm/395527728977? \
  4. AeroFan_07

    Finds and Deals - Leather Jacket Edition

    Great catch there KBlake! :)
  5. AeroFan_07

    Freewheelers Caboose, Did I get burned? Calling all aficionados...

    BuZZ - late to this party but Very Glad you got this resolved!! That's really too bad, a very nice jacket that was altered and not disclosed. You had every right to push back. I also like your "spare room" The boots, jackets & jeans including the leather jeans are cool, hope you can make it...
  7. AeroFan_07

    vanson is unforgiving in it's stretch

    Been thinking about your original question here a bit more. Seems the key to this is --- Deadlifts. At the Gym. Lots and lots of reps. A bit of sweat and it will help immensely with the flexibility.
  8. AeroFan_07

    vanson is unforgiving in it's stretch

    Wow!! That's literally crazy! I have heard of jackets shrinking, usually if put in the clothes dryer to speed up the drying process, when I have washed jackets in the past I always use the Coldest water setting, but I have not hand-washed many. At least you found a cool use for it now, nice...
  9. AeroFan_07

    Finds and Deals - Leather Jacket Edition

    Vented CR Style Just Leather San Jose "38" with just under 24 hours left - at $26 right now... *Updated link* https://www.ebay.com/itm/375603447363?
  10. AeroFan_07

    Finds and Deals - Leather Jacket Edition

    Sharp looking HH Fidelity IR Crosszip, Lost of grain & teacore showing in this one, red quilted lining. 40- 42 size, $495 BIN no no offer option https://www.ebay.com/itm/335347351422?
  11. AeroFan_07

    Aero Hooch Hauler Size Advice

    Didn't realize based off your first post that you had already placed an order. Generally it's best to work with Aero themselves. (Or the Stockist, if ordering that way.) They know what they are doing and they do this all the time.
  13. AeroFan_07

    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    Golly, if you tried that on today you are much braver than I am, or it's vastly cooler at your location. It's 97F here this afternoon with heat indices topping 110F. It will be a bit before a jacket hits my back.... But this one sure does look great! :)
  14. AeroFan_07

    Which One Fits Better?

    I would not worry about it too much, slight nod to the second one, since I like them slightly darker. LC King offers several of this style, mostly made in USA but likely more $$$ than you are looking at for the LL Bean offerings.
  15. AeroFan_07

    Finds and Deals - Leather Jacket Edition

    Good catch! I somehow failed to notice that. The lining matches the Comet, but you're right that were similarities end...:)
  16. AeroFan_07

    Finds and Deals - Leather Jacket Edition

    Yet another Vanson - this one a Comet with a collar and the +3 (PLU-3) design so longer. Seems nice but with the road rash on the back does $388 or offer seem a little high? https://www.ebay.com/itm/387311792043?
  17. AeroFan_07

    Finds and Deals - Leather Jacket Edition

    How about a 6-pack of Vanson's - Star type jacket, in many different colors $6500 OBO Bonus black jacket included! https://www.ebay.com/itm/145929455668?
  19. AeroFan_07

    How many new jackets do you have coming (and how many potential ones)?

    Since we seem to be discussing the center seam as can be observed on certain Vanson & Bates models, I thought I would add in a few quick photos of my Bates 2-pocket CR here. Bear in mind this was built likely between 1950-1960, so i find it pretty neat they were thinking this way when the...
  20. AeroFan_07

    Highwayman Steerhide Areo Leather Jacket

    This has been my experance as well.
  21. AeroFan_07

    Popped collars

    Just when really windy/rainy, etc. Actually Perfecto style jackets can work very well this way on a motorcycle, they really can be zipped up tight with the collar up and keep the wind off your neck.
  22. AeroFan_07

    vanson is unforgiving in it's stretch

    Welcome to Life in Competition Weight. Awesome leather, but exactly as you say - it's likely best to size up at least a little.
  23. AeroFan_07

    Bilt Buck Horsebutt Engineer boots - 11D Brown

    I'm holding onto these...not for sale anymore...

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