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  1. AeroFan_07

    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    I agree with others that the fit is really quite nice on this LW half-belt, even if it feels wide and a little tubular in the arms. I also agree that the LW Brown (Russett) is rather a flat and not really interesting leather. That said, it should last you a couple lifetimes, and it may indeed...
  2. AeroFan_07

    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    Fantastic jackets as well as the presentation of them. They fit you very well there Dude! Plus - that background - just fantastic! quite the usable, excellent boot collection too. :)
  3. AeroFan_07

    Biker jacket cleaning

    Looking really good there! That leather is plenty soft & pliable enough for this sort of treatment. Glad it's coming together for you there! :)
  4. AeroFan_07

    Nicks boots 60th anniversary sale

    So I freely self-admit to having a boot problem. FL is a safe space to admit this sort of issue. I happen to own 3 pair of Nicks boots, 3 pair of Whites and a pair of Wesco Engineer boots. Nearly all of these bought pre-owned (some just barely out of the box itself). Oddly, both pair of...
  5. AeroFan_07

    Seeking Leather Specialist Recommendations for Horsehide Sleeve Alteration

    Dena - first - very thankful you are doing therapy and starting to feel better. Praying for a full recovery, which I know does take time. As to an alternative, I know this shop very well... However there's a few catches here. It's a Amish shop in Northern Iowa, hence, no phone, no email...
  7. AeroFan_07

    Some fit pics and comparison of a few new and vintage brands

    Nice collection there! I really like that Ridley!!! :)
  8. AeroFan_07

    Y'2 Single riders jacket fit check.

    Welcome to FL @goybak ! Hope you find this community a source of positive, helpful information and a friendly place too... That is a stunning jacket! I really like the color and the fit. I agree the arms are a bit long, but I personally prefer a little too long verses a little too short...
  9. AeroFan_07

    Custom Thedi Buffalo Cafe Racer - fit advice needed

    I generally wear my jackets zipped up so this may not bother me all that much...However... As @Canuck Panda indicated, I think the neck hole is ever so slightly too small. This likely is having a compound effect on the fit with it un-zipped, and I personally think over time this might get a...
  10. AeroFan_07

    Help! Vinegar Spots from Smoke Treatment

    ^^ Best of luck with getting the smoke smell out of that very nice jacket. It's quite difficult, but sometimes it does lessen with time. I will say that this photo completely changed my perspective of Natural leather jackets... Now this sort of thing may indeed be on my bucket list.... :)
  11. AeroFan_07

    Is there a way to safely soften vintage stiff leather jackets?

    Urad Tenderly has helped. So has the more recenlty found "Horseman's One Step"
  13. AeroFan_07

    Thirsty old cal - how to nourish?

    It's looking better. However also I have found giving a few days or even a week or two between applications is beneficial. It's also helpful to leave it outside, hung up where it gets some sun to help it take in the conditioner, and "air out" odors, etc.
  14. AeroFan_07

    Replace factory Aero Talon zipper with heavy duty zipper - UK

    Well that was --
  15. AeroFan_07

    Thirsty old cal - how to nourish?

    I have had good luck with Urad Tenderly - and several coats of it. Recenlty found "Horseman's One Step" which is so very similar but sold at local farm supply stores near me and this has worked wondered on my 60-year old Bates. For re-hydration I prefer a cream-based product to a...
  16. AeroFan_07

    New Levis leather jacket

    I would make it less than 15 minuites before it would be dirty, stained, etc. Plus the embrodered logo & very obvious handwarmer pockets, plus, well ...
  17. AeroFan_07

    Fair Usage Bumping Policy

    This is my general rule of thumb, unless I choose to change the price, and often I wait several weeks or more.
  19. AeroFan_07

    Aero Board Racer Leather help

    ^^ Preceisely why my Ridley was made in Steerhide, I don't think I could wear it otherwise... It is quite slim-fitting, for sure.
  20. AeroFan_07

    Aero Board Racer Leather help

    Yes, I too was surprised. I am in talks with Dawn about one.
  21. AeroFan_07

    Aero Board Racer Leather help

    Or you could just order a brand-new Bates Competition CR - although it's a 6-12 month wait for it https://batesleathers.com/competition
  22. AeroFan_07

    Aero Board Racer Leather help

    I would highly advise going through Thurston Brothers if you are based in North America. The fit-jacket process is well worth it to get the fit correct. The Board Racer is a very slim-fit jacket. On a BR, I would take a "46" or even a "48". Whereas a 4-pocket Cafe Racer I fit very well in a...
  23. AeroFan_07

    Regius two tone Hercules!!

    Tony (and Regius) that is simply amazing! Excellent work Regius, appears to be extermely well made. Tony - I hope you get that out into Chicago streets and people start asking you about it. This could be one of the most unique men's jackets in the whole area.

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