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    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    Can I ask how's the SB goathide? Is it comfortable to wear? And not too heavy, I think?
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    Anyone selling a brown Schott 618/613 in size 40?

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    Lightweight leather

    Aero also has mid-weight soft black steerhide, which might be interesting. Some photos I found: https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/my-aero-board-racer-in-soft-black-steerhide-review.93754/ Goathide looks like another interesting option.
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    Aero worth the wait? Horsehide shootout; Aero vs. Schott

    How does Schott's horsehide compare to their steerhide? Will it get just as soft and supple after a while or is it too much to expect?
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    Custom Simmons-Bilt Cross Zip fit- seeking opinions

    I think SB adjusted their cross zip pattern recently. For instance, my size 38 came with a 22" chest and a 20" bottom hem, which seems like a very generous fit to me. I also have a Schott 613 in size 38 and the difference is vast (the Schott has a 21" chest and 19" waist, I think). SB's cross...
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    Anyone selling a brown Schott 618/613 in size 40?

    Looking for something like this, with brass hardware: https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/schott-perfecto-613ua-motorcycle-jacket-brown-size-40.97635/
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    SB Lavant Clayton veg tan vintage brown HH & Harris Tweed

    Thanks!
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    SB Lavant Clayton veg tan vintage brown HH & Harris Tweed

    Is the Clayton vintage leather mid- or heavy-weight? Compared to Schott's steerhide, for example, if you have any experience with Schott jackets? Also considering getting a jacket made from that hide, but I still have some doubts.
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    FS/FT: NWT Schott x 24kt Perfecto Crosszip 613LDH size 40

    This looks absolutely fantastic.
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    Choice of lining for a cross-zip jacket

    Looks like it's the best option indeed. If drill cotton has worked for so many people (noticed it was recommended in other threads as well, many times), then it's probably for a good reason. The plan is to layer in colder weather like you said, and the chest measurement on that jacket allows it...
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    Choice of lining for a cross-zip jacket

    Any thoughts on Harris tweed at max 15C? Is it like other wool, in other words, perhaps a bit too warm or is it still manageable? I remember reading here somewhere that when used as a body lining, it tends to be on the thinner side, while also retaining warmth well enough. Cotton drill...
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    Choice of lining for a cross-zip jacket

    Yeah, that makes sense. Thanks. Considering it's barely three months when it gets warmer than 15C here, I'm not sure I can justify getting a cotton-lined jacket (at least at this point, when I don't have a good leather jacket for winter/fall). Looks like quilted lining might be the best option...
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    Choice of lining for a cross-zip jacket

    Yeah, that's what I was afraid of. As for wool, the customer service suggested Lochcarron. I'll ask them for further details. The black-dark green version looks fantastic and might do the trick. Thanks. I'll check if moleskin is available. As for sleeves - can't say I liked the feel of cotton...
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    Choice of lining for a cross-zip jacket

    Browsed through several old threads and got some useful advice, but I still feel a bit uncertain which lining to choose. Can anyone recommend a lining that is comfortable in both colder weather (3-5C) and also during summer (c. 17C)? I got the impression that non-insulated lining doesn't work...
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    Is Simmons Bilt still open?

    You're right in that I'm not dead set on SB, as that specific jacket I am after is not unique to SB. Nevertheless, I have been exchanging emails with various companies for eight months already, if not more, in an attempt to find the right jacket, and to be fair, after that time you simply want...
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    Is Simmons Bilt still open?

    That thread is gone. At least I couldn't find it using the search function. I might try calling them at some point, but I'm not feeling very enthusiastic about this anymore.
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    Is Simmons Bilt still open?

    Anyone know if they are back in business now? I have been meaning to place an order, but they are really slow to answer any e-mails since April/May and there are still a few things I need to clarify with them. Any hope things will get better any time soon or should I just drop it and contact...
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    Finds and Deals - Leather Jacket Edition

    This is amazing. The brass hardware looks so good on these types of jackets.
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    Is Simmons Bilt still open?

    They'll hopefully be back in business in four weeks or so, I was told.
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    Is Simmons Bilt still open?

    Debs had to take some time off in April, so they might be behind in answering emails. I was in the process of ordering a jacket from them, but my last e-mails (from late April and early May) weren't answered and I won't be sending them another email. About to give up as well..

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