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    Black Hide Choice - Goat vs Jerky Horse vs CXl Steer

    Looking for opinions on which hide would be preferred in a 3/4 length, zip up, black jacket. Also open to Seal goat but haven't seen any long half belt styles made in it. Any photos would also help the cause.
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    Solution sought for uncomfortable as hell Red Wing boots

    I have three pairs of Beckmans and agree the sole is very firm / woodlike. They will eventually mold to your feet and provide support but will never feel cushiony. The only solution is an actual insole (super thin model) from RedWing. All others will take up too much room in the boot unless you...
  3. J

    Aero Plainsman -- Seal Vincenza Horsehide

    The hide looks really nice. I'm also not a huge fan of the regular horween FQHH and prefer their Steer for the graining but this is another alternative. Question on the zipper....why does it stop so high up? I get the reason on longer jacket but 26 or so isn't a 3/4 length coat. Any concern how...
  4. J

    Jacket Lining - Moleskin vs Corduroy

    Thanks for the opinions guys. Leaning towards corduroy as the shape of the fabric would trap more air = insulate better. Strictly a winter coat here as I have others for lighter wear. Might go full cord throughout or cotton drill in the sleeves. Saving the moleskin for pocket linings.
  5. J

    Jacket Lining - Moleskin vs Corduroy

    For a Northeast Fall/Winter coat (steerhide), which lining would be better? Pros/cons of each? Moleskin or Corduroy
  7. J

    HWT on D1 Sheepskin?

    So I sprayed some water (not soaking wet) on it and the results were positive. It helped the exposed fleece areas (cuffs,waist, collar) lay down / curl of some and look much better than the brand new wool. Now the question remaining is do I put some Pecards on it to protect/waterproof?
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    HWT on D1 Sheepskin?

    What would the effect of a little hot water treatment on a new D1 jacket / sheepskin be? Should it shrink the sleeves? Possibly change the the texture of the inside wool? Can you put Pecards on the outer skin? Just picked up a brand new jacket and don't want to screw it up!
  9. J

    2013 Cordovan Aero Cropduster

    Any other members own a Cropduster? The idea of a 3/4 length jacket is growing on me. Any photos of this in Black FQHH??
  10. J

    Aero 20's Hercules

    Any photos of this being worn? Supposedly it's not as slim as the 30's HB which could be a good thing. Are the moleskin sleeves grabby on you shirt sleeves when putting it on?
  11. J

    Sunburst Pockets?

    I was thinking the same...great for keys / phone. Much more secure then regular HB slanted pockets but you trade the handwarmer functionality.
  13. J

    Sunburst Pockets?

    Question regarding the handwarmer pockets on Aero's Sunburst. Are these actually usable or just deco? From the website photos, it appears the angle would be pretty akward to actually rest one's hands in. They definitely look nice, just find myself questioning th e functionality. Any photos of...
  14. J

    Aero 20's Hercules

    Why is the price on this one 100 pounds more than a Halfbelt or Cossack? 735 is pretty steep!
  15. J

    NEW Alexander Leathers Detroit in Horween Bison - PIC HEAVY

    Looks good Plumbline! Same way I like my jackets to fit. Not a fan of the skin tight look. I also picked up an Alexander Drifter last week and it's a superb jacket, very functional two with the front pocket options.
  16. J

    Aero Mulligan ?

    Does anyone have firsthand experience with the Mulligan jacket design? It's fairly new and I haven't seen much info around here. Do the cargo pockets have hand warmer access from the side? It doesn't appear that way and I think it would be odd to not be able to put one's hands inside while...
  17. J

    Aero Dustbowl Owners?

    Appreciate all the plugs for Insurrection but I have a pending jacket exchange with Aero direct.
  19. J

    Aero Dustbowl Owners?

    That's what makes this site a great resource to jacket lovers. The voicing of ideas which when read back out loud, with other's opinions and experience can make the brain go Ah yea, now I see it. Since finding this site a few months back, I went one from one crappy jacket to now two quality...
  20. J

    Aero Dustbowl Owners?

    Thanks robinray. Now I can see why deleting that bottom waist panel would look off. The front would be way to plain. I guess it works on the pioneer due to the raised front yoke vs flatstitched seam
  21. J

    Aero Dustbowl Owners?

    Sloan. I already own an aero 50s HB in black tumbled fqhh which is probably why I have this idea
  22. J

    Aero Dustbowl Owners?

    If only it were that simple! I really like the three panel back design or just an open back plain back. However, I strongly prefer the front of the jacket when it's cut even across the bottom. Plus I believe the Dustbowl is a tad bit trimmer fitting than Pioneer correct?
  23. J

    Aero Dustbowl Owners?

    I'm waiting on a answer from them. Hmm, maybe a Dustbowl Back with Pioneer Front??

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