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    On fit and opinions...

    I'm not hurt. Believe me, I'm a big boy. Annoyed is different than hurt. Your post is not really a "general post", but a suggestion on where the forum should head. "If you don't want opinion on what other's think, don't post pics of yourself with a jacket on here. If you just want 2¢ on a...
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    On fit and opinions...

    So, I'll bite, since I think this is directly or indirectly directed at me. I have been a member here for a couple of years and have always liked the vibe here. People are friendly and there is a lot of useful information. If someone asks an opinion, I will usually offer it. However, on the...
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    Any owners of Aeros midweight horse?

    My FQHH is black and the medium HH is jerky brown. If I was going to order another Aero, I would order from Wade. It won't cost any extra and Wade will know how to size your jacket.
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    Leather jackets sizing problems on online purchases

    LOL yeah maybe that's true, but I only weigh 160 lbs! I think the chest/waist drop is where jackets get a little tricky for me. Most jackets aren't made for a 9 inch drop. I think me and Jan are about the same size- he's just better looking ;) Just saw he's a 1 1/2 inches taller, same chest, and...
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    Leather jackets sizing problems on online purchases

    My best fitting Aero is an off the shelf model I got at Insurrection. Of the custom made coats from Aero, one turned out terrible and the others were ok. Part of the problem probably lies with what I want vs what most people want. I'm pretty trim, so I want a jacket which is very trim. After...
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    Any owners of Aeros midweight horse?

    I guess I'm in the minority. I am not a fan of the mid-weight HH. I never liked how it broke in and mine does show the imprint of the G1 pocket. For me, the mid-weight is softer, but harder to break in. My FQHH was initially much stiffer, but once it broke in a bit, it got much softer and...
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    Goodwear Acme 38-1711-P

    LOL yeah 22.5" includes the knits! Definitely on the short side ;)
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    Goodwear Acme 38-1711-P

    I believe it all comes down to personal taste and body type. I'm 5'10" 160 lbs, waist 31, chest 40 and a larger/looser jacket looks like a bag on me. Any off the shelf A2 always fit terrible on me, because the mid-section was always huge and had a large amount of blousing. In terms of what...
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    Goodwear Acme 38-1711-P

    LOL yeah, we'll have to go out some time Bretron! I told my wife that this was my favorite jacket, but she reminded me that I always say that! I'll have to see if it stands the test of time and wether the shorter length starts to bother me ;)
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    Goodwear Acme 38-1711-P

    @Bretron- I'll keep that in mind ;) BTW, the sugarcane shirt fits great! This is tagged a 40, but I'm sure it's snugger than your Werber. @Butte- Yeah in a perfect world, it would be a inch longer, but it really doesn't bother me too much. The only thing is if you sit down, the knit flops over...
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    Goodwear Acme 38-1711-P

    I met John a while ago when he wasn't quite so busy. He actually took time out and I met him at his house where he does all his work. It was fascinating to see how an one man operation works! Talking with him, you can really see how passionate he is about what he does and the workmanship of his...
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    Best Aero original contract A-2?

    Take a look at Ollie's jacket http://www.thefedoralounge.com/showthread.php?56591-Aero-A2-38-1711-P-in-heavy-FQ-horsehide-after-a-year-of-wear&highlight=ollie+a2 It was what I wanted in an A2. Just got my 1938 Acme (Aero) from Goodwear and I love it. Very trim with very little blousing. I...
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    New Black Aero 1930's Half Belt (with fur collar attachment)!

    I agree with Rudie. 2 inches longer in that style jacket would look silly.
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    New Black Aero 1930's Half Belt (with fur collar attachment)!

    I agree with Rudie. 2 inches longer in that style jacket would look silly.
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    Johnson Leathers Custom Jacket, new photos

    Great looking jacket! Do you have pics of you wearing it?
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    Doniger Contract

    I think you might find the 1938 Aero a little too snug. I'm a 40" chest, 31" waist and find it to be very snug. I'm sure John would make you a Doniger in HH if you wanted.
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    Doniger Contract

    How trim are you? I have a 8-9 inch drop from chest to waist and I love John's 1938 Aero contract. Very trim style.
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    Eddie Bauer Wolverine Pull-on Boots, Antique Brown

    More pricey http://www.billyreid.com/product/moto-boot-brown.html but a really nice boot. Definitely more fashion oriented.
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    Horsehide "bleeding" on shirts worn under the jacket

    When you get your coat, there's a tag which says, "This garment has been manufactured from horsehide using the original 1920's tanning process. Originally a workwear material and as such may experience color loss from time to time." HD, I would never have noticed the color loss, but my car...
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    Horsehide "bleeding" on shirts worn under the jacket

    One of the reasons that Aeros develop such a nice broken in look is because of the dying process. It will definitely "bleed" and transfer color (at least mine did). The bleeding isn't really a problem to your shirt, but to the surfaces that your coat rests on (such as your car armrest). If you...

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