So there are a lot of differances between the Vanson Model A verses the Vanson Model B. Probably should verify on the website for actual dimensions, etc. The Vanson A is a pretty purpose-built jacket for the bike. It is a couple inches longer in the back than the front, so it's a little...
Very nicely worn-in pair of White's Packer boots.
Full hand lasted, hand bottomed, stich-down constructed boots built to last for decades.
Even better as these were just completely re-soled at White's - which includes a lot more than just the mini-Vibram sole itself.
See photos for details...
Nice pair of broken-in Farmer-Rancher boots by White's.
Basic black stich-down constructed, hand sole and hand bottomed boots built to last.
Mini-Vibram sole. Used only a few times.
Asking $200 Shipped CONUS - Pay Pal only
Please see photos for condition:
Honestly this is closer to my reality now that almost any other perspective.
I am quite happy with the small collection of jackets I have left. I am now overdue to write up reviews/progress reports on them. I have a couple pair of boots to sell that just have not worked out size-wise. But...
This is sometihing I have observed. Body heat, and warming up a jacket that has not been warm in many years will indeed reveal smells that intially cannot be detected. I have had this happen multiple times after buying inexpensive jackets in thrift shops. My rule is - if I can smell anything...
Generally speaking, this along with fit issues has kept me out of the "vintage" market by and large. I am rather sensitive to smells and really dislike any smoke, body or moldy/musty odor. Any 30+ year old jacket is going to have its' smell, and that may indeed be quite a challenge to get...
I agree with Tony and Danny, wherever this was made, it's a legend of a jacket and you will be relly fortunate to own it! Enjoy it and looking forward to the review when you have it!
Here's a neat dark brown one with a unique front and collar for $100 BIN however it is a small
https://www.ebay.com/itm/353671133932?hash=item5258713aec:g:f2EAAOSwjNhhPnyj
Yes, they even discuss 4.5 - 5.0 oz Steerhide.
Kind of wish there were more details, and photos of the backs of the jackets.
Still any "Horsehide" M/C jacket for $499 new may well be worth a purchase & review.
I would not risk your reputation with Lost Worlds... Send it to Johnson Leathers and they will take care of you.
Really really sharp jacket. I hope it fits you well and you provide photos when it arrives. Now this has me thinking about a white on black jacket too...! :)
I had one like that years back that was brown & black two tone. It was way before I knew of FL, and perhaps before it ever existed. I foolishly sold it off somewhere around 2003 and have missed it since. The two-tone made it pretty special. It was a very heavy jacket and seemed very well...
If anyone is looking for a Schott 689H - here's a Size 40 in stock in Chicago for $649 brand new - verified on the phone they still have it. These have gone up a lot in price recently direct from Schott....
https://www.alcalas.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=689H
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