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  1. J

    Custom Vanson Chopper - Input Needed

    Either Z150 or Comp Weight (leaning this way). With no lapel snaps, the front would be similar to Cascade. Otherwise when fully zipped, Im left with two "shiny snap nipples" on the chest! Super noticeable on all black but with the contrast white thread the snaps might be less noticeable
  2. J

    Custom Vanson Chopper - Input Needed

    So here's my final draft! Now just need to decide whether to keep the lapel snap down studs or go with a cleaner no snap look. I rarely use the snaps and would mostly ride with the Chopper full zipped up.
  3. J

    Custom Vanson Chopper - Input Needed

    JMax- how old is that Chopper? Your main zipper teeth almost looks black now. But the pulls are still super shiny
  4. J

    Custom Vanson Chopper - Input Needed

    Does anyone know if the current / new Vanson Brass zippers /buckles will actually tarnish /patina? I can see that the old stock used definitely did but my experience with Aero shiny brass is that it doesn't really tarnish. Probably not actually pure brass and or a super heavy protective coating...
  5. J

    Custom Vanson Chopper - Input Needed

    Still not fully decided, but Im now thinking Brass clashes too much with my bike. If this jacket was just for casual clothing wear, then the Black leather and brass would definitely be more classy. But I think the Chrome/Nickle would mesh better with my bike vibe....
  7. J

    Custom Vanson Chopper - Input Needed

    Narrowed it down to two options. Both in Z150 leather, black rayon lining w 2 horizontal zip pockets, no leather gun pocket, buckles in reverse direction closing towards back, A. Brass hardware, Black snaps at chest/collar, black waist buckles, regular black stitching throughout B. Brass...
  8. J

    Custom Vanson Chopper - Input Needed

    I definitely can't pull off the gold / yellow contrast stitch. Plus I think after a lot of bike use, yellow or gold will soon turn to brownish with road grime / leather conditioner etc. Maybe just partial contrast stitch in certain detail areas like shoulder/elbow pad areas and belt lines...
  9. J

    Custom Vanson Chopper - Input Needed

    hack job attempt at blacking out Jmax's pic...
  10. J

    Custom Vanson Chopper - Input Needed

    There it is!! That's the look Im after. Not sure about the different color sleeve gusset though. Kind of surprised how good the brass hardware looks on black w contrast thread. Figured it had to be silver or black. Decisions decisions
  11. J

    Custom Vanson Chopper - Input Needed

    Going to try my best! But this one will be Black. Any thoughts on whether an all Blacked out Chopper (black hardware, quilt lining) would be too boring / not really show off the details?
  13. J

    Custom Vanson Chopper - Input Needed

    Now that both a Medium and Large Chopper have passed through my hands, I'm biting the bullet and getting a custom one made up. The smaller medium waist is excellent but I just needed more room in the chest/shoulder. Any opinion on tweaks to make since Im paying the custom charge? Thinking...
  14. J

    NIB - Red Wing Beckman Chelsea Boot - 9D RARE

    Still available
  15. J

    NIB - Red Wing Beckman Chelsea Boot - 9D RARE

    Bump
  16. J

    Aero Stuart

    Any current pics of the jacket? Trying to see how this Vintage black HH developed since you bought it back in '11 /12 or so.
  17. J

    NIB - Red Wing Beckman Chelsea Boot - 9D RARE

    Still available
  19. J

    NIB - Red Wing Beckman Chelsea Boot - 9D RARE

    $275 Shipped to CONUS. Absolute Brand New in Box.
  20. J

    NIB - Red Wing Beckman Chelsea Boot - 9D RARE

    Bump
  21. J

    NIB - Red Wing Beckman Chelsea Boot - 9D RARE

    Brand New w Box. Factory 1sts. Never worn. Beckman Chelsea Style # 2928 Walnut Settler leather. Very rare model $300 shipped in CONUS (PayPal F&F or cover fees).
  22. J

    Vanson Model E Highwayman 42

    Yeah, he agreed to my offer and then 1hr later said not for sale. I should have sent payment faster! Oh well
  23. J

    How many new jackets do you have coming (and how many potential ones)?

    I would agree that the standard Vansons are definitely more functional (aka rider friendly) vs fashion fit friendly. When properly sized and not up/down. Though not crazy big that you couldn't wear one in public when not riding. I've worn my armored comet ( 40) thats a snug fit on bike, off...

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