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  1. DarkKnight

    Shearling jacket options

    So I think I've decided that my favourite style-wise is either the Pre-War or the Battle of Britain RAF jackets that Aero have. However, obviously Aero don't do mods to their military jackets annoyingly. The Pre-War with handwarmer pockets would be my perfect, tick all the boxes, shearling...
  2. DarkKnight

    Shearling jacket options

    Cool, thanks for that. Currently contemplating a D1 with the Irvin sheepskin. I wonder if they'll do no zips on the handwarmer pockets.
  3. DarkKnight

    Shearling jacket options

    Thanks Edward. Not a bad idea. Although the downside of that being that by all accounts (and feel free to verify or correct me), the Irvin sheepskin is considerably heavier duty and even warmer than the standard D1. I live in Sydney, Australia. I'll be hard pressed to get use out of a D1 as it...
  4. DarkKnight

    Shearling jacket options

    Where do people go for different colours in their B3's, D1's etc outside of Aero and Eastman? I know about Cockpit USA, but what's their quality like? And the biggest problem with them for me is that I won't be able to customise measurements (like with Aero) which is a must for me. I find the...
  5. DarkKnight

    Thurston Italian Vicenza Horsehide Full Grain Veg.-Tanned Horsehide for Aero Jackets

    That's my jacket! Hope it fits.
  7. DarkKnight

    Aero Leather Black Vicenza HH break-in/patina/fade

    Thanks Carrie. You were going to be my next stop for opinion/info. Sounds like a viable option. I'm ok with the slightly thicker hide, but how does it compare in softness to the VIcenza? I just want to avoid the heavy-dutyness of regular CXL FQHH. I want it to be comfortable and mould to my...
  8. DarkKnight

    Aero Leather Black Vicenza HH break-in/patina/fade

    Thanks guys. I know the CXL's have brown undercoats, but I don't want a jacket that heavy duty/stiff so was hoping (against the odds) that maybe the Vicenza was the same. But you've both confirmed what I feared which is that they're dyed through n through.
  9. DarkKnight

    Aero Leather Black Vicenza HH break-in/patina/fade

    Thanks Dan. What did the scrape test on the black vicenza reveal? Blue/grey? I can't see any pictures in that thread of the black with a scrape on it.
  10. DarkKnight

    Aero Leather Black Vicenza HH break-in/patina/fade

    Hey TFL, I've always been a fan of those beautifully aged, black leather jackets you see around that have scratches and highly worn areas that reveal a brown under the black. I have a jacket from Aero I got recently, a custom Premier Highwayman which I'm loving. I got it in the Seal Vicenza...
  11. DarkKnight

    Opinions on Aeros

    So I ordered my first Aero. • Premiere Highwayman with 2 chest pockets and no zips on the handwarmer pockets • Standard Highwayman yoke • Modified Premier collar • Zip sleeves • Seal Vicenza • Nickel hardware • Olive cotton drill body lining, black sateen for sleeves • An inside pocket without...
  13. DarkKnight

    Opinions on Aeros

    Oh I definitely know what I do and don't like. I want/like a leather that's not super stiff and that drapes well. That's is why I'm confirming with people who already have it what it's characteristics are like. I'm just gathering the intel I can before buying, I don't think I'm at risk of losing...
  14. DarkKnight

    Opinions on Aeros

    Can I also ask for people's feedback on the Seal Vicenza? Especially anyone who has owned one for a while. In my mind that's the leather I'm getting, but I'm still interested to hear any testimony about it; aging properties, suppleness etc. Weight doesn't bother me but I wanted the softest...
  15. DarkKnight

    Opinions on Aeros

    Yeah it ticks a lot of boxes for me too. Snaps/buttons aren't out of the question, but I think I'd go without anything at first and then I think I could always add buttons later. And by later I mean if after months (or more) of wear I decide I want/need them. I know it'd cost more to do it...
  16. DarkKnight

    Good is only half the truth and truth is only half the story

    Good is only half the truth and truth is only half the story
  17. DarkKnight

    Opinions on Aeros

    I will have two zipped chest pockets though for secure storage. For me this question boils down to comfort vs vanity. I'm a big fan of this sentiment. It can be pretty easy to get caught up in the minutiae of all the details and trying to make something perfect. It's good to remember that the...
  19. DarkKnight

    Opinions on Aeros

    Hey TFL I've been lurking these forums for a while now, sucking you dry for that sweet sweet information on heaps of things. Lately it's been researching Aero Jackets. I'm on the verge of pulling the trigger on a custom Premier Highwayman, but I wanted an opinion on something specific and you...
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