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  1. Fiver64

    jacket linings and carrying experiences

    thanks! Great info! I appreciate it. Hate to wear holes in nice jackets if I don't need to, but didn't want interior to look patchwork either!
  2. Fiver64

    And the winner is...

    Vanson Thanks for the pics! Great jacket. I actually find that I tend to wear my Vanson Mercury more than any other jacket, including my Aeros! *GASP!* Enjoy and congrats on the win!
  3. Fiver64

    jacket linings and carrying experiences

    Thanks INUSUIT, Have you found any particular fabric to be better or more functional than another? What's your favorite and why? You mentioned "patch." What type of material have you experienced wearing through and how long did it take?
  4. Fiver64

    How many Aeros does a guy need, and where does he put them?

    I agree.........3 is just right. Unless you really need that 4th and 5th......... for special occassions of course, in which case it's OK too!lol In short, IMHO (owning 2 Aeros, a Vanson, a Schott, 2 Taylor's Leatherwear and a few other odd brands) it crosses the line from being a "jacket or...
  5. Fiver64

    WANTED: pre-owned G-8 leather jacket

    Hello all, Looking for a decent used G-8 flight jacket (yes, I know they were never used) from either US AUTHENTIC, BANANA REPUBLIC or AVIREX in size 46 or 48. Thanks!
  7. Fiver64

    My Aero Long Half Belt...

    envy abounds Wow...great jacket and thanks for the pics! The LHB is on the top of my "must have next" list. Where does the lower edge come to rest in relation to your hips? I'm looking for something in between the 3/4 length and the standard highwayman short jacket. What are your thoughts...
  8. Fiver64

    Moth damage on Aero wool linings?

    I've also seen where the huge bumpy "oranges" from the Osage tree work great as moth and spider deterrents. Just toss them in the bottom of a closet. I've also heard that dryer fabric softener sheets bother moths. Not positive on that one though! Cedar always leaves a nice woodsy smell. The...
  9. Fiver64

    Battledress - expanded

    great topic With the blessing of Don Carlos............... I'd gladly participate in BD discussion! I am no expert, but any stretch, but I do own a nice original "austere pattern" Brit WW2 and a post-war set of denims. Not sure if everyone interested is aware, but WHAT PRICE GLORY (Jerry...
  10. Fiver64

    jacket linings and carrying experiences

    Great advice, Ace. I appreciate it! It's not so much "how" carried that I am overly concerned with, but rather the wear characteristics of the fabrics too. Since most OTC jackets come with either acetate or some other synthetic fabric, I'm used to what they do. However, if I'm going to plunk...
  11. Fiver64

    Battledress - expanded

    washing option As H.Johnson said, you may not want to wash it, BUT if you are very carefull and use only cold water and very mild detergent (in the US we have something called WOOLITE). Fill up the bottom of the bathtub, add the detergent, swish it around a bit, then soak the coat for 10...
  13. Fiver64

    Another Aero hits the streets

    opportunity knocking???? Pray tell...........what size do you think it actually is now? Perhaps one of us might rescue it from a trip back to Scotland! :D
  14. Fiver64

    Battledress - expanded

    Not positive, but most UK battledress (and GI) sizes are deceptively larger than the stated size. Example: A size 40 tunic might actually fit like a 44 to most folks wearing just a t-shirt underneath. They were designed to wear and undershirt, dress or battle shirt and often a tie or even a...
  15. Fiver64

    jacket linings and carrying experiences

    JLStorm is certainly entitled to an opinion......even an off-base one. I'll clarify.....for his sake. Try to follow here....... The question, as stated, is NOT about guns. It's about fabric and valid opinions on what would be the best choice of linings when ordering an expensive custom...
  16. Fiver64

    Aero's mid-weight horsehide

    FQHH I was sort of curious about these claims as well. The pre-owned FQHH Highwayman I just got form Aero almost has a beeswax-feel to the leather. I was wondering if perhaps they post-treat the leather with some sort of natural waterproofing material like beeswax or mink oil. It definately...
  17. Fiver64

    jacket linings and carrying experiences

    Thanks for the feedback. Never thought about the silk idea...hmmmmmm. Any gun you carry and where carried tends to present it's own set of issues. Small gun.......small round........small stopping power. Big gun, big stop..... bigger concealment problems! The only thing I don't like about...
  19. Fiver64

    And Another Happy Highwayman Owner

    More Vanson! Ace----- post some pics of the new Aero when it comes in! I'd still spring for the Mercury though......... awesome cut. Not so much of a MC cut, IMHO, but truly a comfy bumming around town look.
  20. Fiver64

    Battledress - expanded

    possible ID of jacket Having done a fair amount of militaria collecting and reenacting, my best guess as to just what it is.............is............. maybe Canadian, and probably 50's vintage. There may be some stamps inside that would give you the answer, but in any case they are classy...
  21. Fiver64

    Another New Hwyman...with Questions...

    storm cuffs suck My 2 cents worth.......... I find storm cuffs annoying as well, and it seems that most folks that weigh in of FL seem to dislike them as well. Probably OK if you ride a lot, but I'm guessing that most of us wear our jackets on-the-town out of appreciation of fine leather and...
  22. Fiver64

    And Another Happy Highwayman Owner

    Sorry for the delay in getting back to you, Ace. The mercury is IMO more of a true current motorcycle jacket. That is to say, the mercury has longer arms with zip sleeves and a smaller collar. The wide collar of the highwayman is classic in style, but annoying if you ride. Tends to flip up...
  23. Fiver64

    DEFECT OPiNiONS: Would U return this jacket???

    send it back for refund, not exchange! Knowing what quality Johnny looks for in Jackets (owning 2 of your previous jackets....the Schott Highwayman and the Vanson Mercury), I wouldn't hesitate to send it back. I personally don't think that ANY reputable business would be offended by a customer...

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