Been thinking of picking up a Schott 641 (Steerhide). If anyone has one with a similar chest measurement (23.5” pit to pit) and wants to trade for CHP I’d be game. Must be in excellent condition like CHP is.
I would be willing to work out a deal to trade for a Lost Worlds Inc Buco Rider (cafe style with d-pocket), if the measurements work. A Vanson anniversary jacket (Vanson’s take on J100) without any lettering would be another consideration.
I agree that the Commando has the nicest leather of any Vanson I had ever seen. I’d say it’s nicer than any Langlitz, Lost World or others I’ve had in the past. If I wore it more I’d keep it.
I don’t own the B anymore, but I’d say they’re all close to the same, but given that the Comet has an extra 1/4” in both sides of the shoulders to make up for no action back that causes the sleeves to seem a touch lower. I wear a 34/35 dress shirt and need the full 35 because I have longer arms...
It fits me fine given my body portions (torso and leg lengths). Depending on the rise of my jeans (normally wear Levi’s 505), the front of the jacket comes to the bottom of my belt (or sometimes mid way). Back covers belt. Due to the inconsistency of jeans I’m usually around a 32-33” inseam...
You're very close from what I can see on a cheap bathroom scale. The Comet is a bit over 5lbs, but just under 5 1/2lbs. The CHP and Commando are about 6lbs (maybe an ounce or two less).
These jackets are also listed on eBay if that makes you feel more comfortable. I have a high 100% rating that includes selling high end guitars.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Vanson-Leather-Commando-Jacket-LeftField-NYC-Exclusive-Custom-Design-Size-Large/143543663206...
I'm not 100% sure. I found this Comet at Croixland Leather Works in Osceola Wisconsin on a road trip. All the Comets I had seen before were 23.5-24" in length and therefore were too short for me (5'11"). Croixland does upcharge for these at $529, so they may be a custom order, or simply a...
Shoulder seam... I knew I forgot something... LOL!
All measurements are straight across (not following curve). Since the CHP and Commando have action backs / gussets I'm including the inside measurement (the action back / gusset), and the actual shoulder seam.
CHP: 18.5" (action back), 19.75"...
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