First of all, whatever the provenance is, this jacket is pretty awesome. Congrats!
That being said, figuring out the provenance would be worth it. The mix of zippers, seams and overall condition lend to an interesting story that wants to be found!
I believe this is one of the NON Aero jackets. I could be wrong.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/LEVI-STRAUSS-LVC-LEATHER-aero-JACKET-coat-levis-distressed-xl-xxl-horsehide/153847152697?hash=item23d2014039:g:GvAAAOSwXzldCTjD
Just dropping this here, I would have done it if it were a size larger. That price...
https://himelbros.com/collections/ready-to-wear/products/hb-2-size-38-natural-horween-horsehide
This person removed the Thunderbird print.
https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/1930s-black-leather-jacket-by-aero-levi-lvc-2002-horsehide-thunderbird.76268/
LVC and Aero made a nice version of the jacket without the print on the back called "Ruff and Ready" I understand. They came in various states of distress, with some having no distress at all. I am always looking for one of these in my size.
They later continued to make this jacket but...
I would. The Bootlegger is one of the first custom jackets I considered! I still want a half belt jacket.
Today though, I would probably order a Hooch Hauler...
That being said, a crosszip jacket looks like a motorcycle jacket to most people.
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