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  1. JLStorm

    Where to get new a very heavy weight wool overcoat?

    I currently have one company offering pretty much what I want custom made at $650 - $750 depending on the options. I wanted to get some other ideas, but I am not familiar with any companies that produce overcoats (even custom made overcoats) at the weights I am interested in. I would...
  2. JLStorm

    Where to get new a very heavy weight wool overcoat?

    Where can I find a wool overcoat that has the thickness, weight, and warmth of the old heavy peacoats? I am considering having a custom overcoat cut from peacoat type wool, but Id like some other options. Because of my size (50 - 52) vintage really isnt an option for me. Does anyone make...
  3. JLStorm

    Super heavy weight wool overcoat for under $600.00?

    Im looking for a very heavy weight overcoat, the same weight as the material used in the old peacoats, but a full length overcoat. I want something custom tailored because I have a broad chest and a smaller waist with short arms so stock sizes do not fit me well at all. Schott can make a...
  4. JLStorm

    Will a dark navy, light grey, or charcoal overcoat go with the most colors & styles?

    Here are photos of the colors Navy: Light (oxford) Grey: Charcoal:
  5. JLStorm

    How tough and warm are the 32oz Pea coats / Reefers

    Kodiak has it right. The Navy blue of the Pea Coats were so dark many people thought they were black. It is blue, just a very dark blue. However, it doesnt help that the navy photo on the website is the poorest quality photo of them all...its very low resolution and doesnt portray the...
  7. JLStorm

    Will a dark navy, light grey, or charcoal overcoat go with the most colors & styles?

    I am working on having a custom very heavy weight full length overcoat made from a traditional double breasted pea coat type design. Im hoping that this coat will become something for the coldest days of winter that I can wear with jeans, a suit, or anything in between day or night. I want it...
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    My new overcoat!

    Often those that served or had family that served in the military take great offense to someone who wears rank or unit insignias that they did not earn. Depending on where you are from, people can be quite outspoken about this. They feel its similar to wearing a medal you did not win, or...
  9. JLStorm

    I inherited a coat that may be quite expensive...not sure what to do with it??

    I have had this overcoat hanging in my closet for a few years and Im not sure what to do with it? My grandfather who is very, very well to do gave me this coat that he bought and I dont think ever wore because he gained weight. It is a blue overcoat and inside it has two tags sewn in. One tag...
  10. JLStorm

    new cold weather wear

    I was going to go with an Aero Barnstorer, but was persuaded by Aero USA to look elseware for something that was not leather. I think I have decided on a custom Pea Coat from Schott made in the WWII weight and thickness that will extend about 52" rather than the standard 32", I figure that...
  11. JLStorm

    How tough and warm are the 32oz Pea coats / Reefers

    Vintage is hard when you are above a 42 it seems. My issue isnt so much the size (50 - 52), its that my waist much smaller than the size coat my upper body requires that it often looks like I just cant afford a coat that fits right. I figure if Schott can make the length I want, they can also...
  13. JLStorm

    How tough and warm are the 32oz Pea coats / Reefers

    That is just so cool. I am shorter with broader shoulders than anyone else in my family, so something like that would never fit me...that is very cool that you have your grandfathers coat.
  14. JLStorm

    How tough and warm are the 32oz Pea coats / Reefers

    I think I found my answer! The current issue pea coats by sterling are: U.S. Government Specification styling traditional US Navy model double breasted overcoat 24 oz. 80/20 melton wool shell full fleece lining with satin yoke and sleeves While the Schott pea coats made to...
  15. JLStorm

    How tough and warm are the 32oz Pea coats / Reefers

    Thanks, any info would be appreciated.
  16. JLStorm

    Questions About the United States Navy Peacoat

    Im confused about the Kersey vs. Melton wool debate. I was talking to Schott who had a contract for the Navy Peacoats in WWII and used Melton wool. They stated they have been making these jackets according to the same milspec they started using over 60 years ago. "Our 32" Classic 32 oz. Melton...
  17. JLStorm

    How tough and warm are the 32oz Pea coats / Reefers

    The thing that confuses me, is that the company I am going thinking of going with to make the custom length coat I want uses 320z melton wool. They had a navy contract in WWII to produce peacoats and still make the the same spec. They stated that Kersey wool was not used during WWII in their...
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    How tough and warm are the 32oz Pea coats / Reefers

    Thanks for the tip. The coat I was thinking of getting the coat from a manufacturer that made the navy pea coats prior to 1970, they still make to the same spec as they did then.
  20. JLStorm

    How tough and warm are the 32oz Pea coats / Reefers

    In my continuing search for a tough as nails very warm and somewhat weatherproof heavy winter coat I have started to consider having a custom Pea coat made so that it was about the length of an overcoat but still that heavy 32oz wool they used. Anyway, I was initially thinking of horsehide or...
  21. JLStorm

    Why is horsehide better than steerhide?

    I have a lot of experience with holsters, but not much with jackets. The big deal with horsehide in holsters from those in the know is simply that they are able to be formed with thinner leather thus aiding in concealment and comfort and also have better moisture resistance from the salty sweat...
  22. JLStorm

    Why is horsehide better than steerhide?

    I have talked to Amanda at Aero in Scotland, Mark Moye from Aero USA, and A few people from Schott and Cirrus. I cannot get a straight answer. Some prefer horeshide, some prefer steerhide, but each has their own opinion of what is tougher, more weather resistant and longer lasting. Can...
  23. JLStorm

    Cowhide leather thicknesses and weight of Schott vs. Aero, Eastman, LW, Etc.?

    Im just curious as to how thick a Schott cowhide jacket is compared to cowhide used by other manufacturers so I have a point of reference. Schott uses cowhide that is between 1.2-1.4mm in thickness and 3 oz. weight. How does this compare in thickness and weight to other manufacturers...

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