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  1. attack_decay

    vanson leather squeaks

    Yup, my 60's Cal is the loudest jacket I own. To that point, don't expect breaking the jacket in to remove the noise. As others have put it, this comes with a hardy jacket meant for providing protection on a motorcycle.
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    ELMC Californian Bi-Swing Back

    Thanks for confirming that for me!
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    ELMC Californian Bi-Swing Back

    I agree, I think that's a bit of a design flaw. I've put an elastic band in one of my vintage jackets and it really improved the function of the bi-swing back. Might have to give this jacket the same treatment at some point.
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    ELMC Californian Bi-Swing Back

    It is indeed a size 40. I have definitely seen it on other Californians as well. I had heard someone mention that they thought the elastic might be worn by out in theirs which made me curious if there was an elastic band in the jacket in the first place. Checking the ELMC website, you can see...
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    ELMC Californian Bi-Swing Back

    Here's a pic of what I'm talking about. You can see that the bi-swing is in the expanded position, despite the jacket not being taut against my back. General fit pic:
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    ELMC Californian Bi-Swing Back

    I recently acquired a used ELMC Californian. Even though, I believe the back fits me quite well, the bi-swing back seems to naturally protrude and rest in the expanded position. Feeling through the lining, I can't feel an elastic band. Since I didn't buy the jacket new, and the previous owner...
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    The Flathead Rider Jacket (Last Ever?)

    The sleeves will definitely get shorter via tunneling as you break it in. The fit still feels a bit off to me, although I can comfortably layer in mine which I'm hoping will get me to wear it more as winter gets here. I prefer a more vintage length, wheras this has a more modern, longer body -...
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    FOR SALE: BRIMACO D-pocket motorcycle jacket size 40. Excellent. [SOLD]

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  10. attack_decay

    Finds and Deals - Leather Jacket Edition

    Looks like a 60s Cal CHP crosszip. Seems like it's in pretty good condition. Not much for measurements besides the length from collar to sleeve, which is a weird choice...
  11. attack_decay

    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    I've got one of those with the snap-on Mouton collar that totally does extend to the shoulders, it's great haha. Fit on yours looks great.
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    AERO X Thurston Bros PREMIER HALF BELT 38 CXFQHH

    The measurements along the bottom hem of the jacket. I usually just measure it with the jacket zipped closed and laid flat, just like the chest measurement. Since it is a fairly slim jacket, it's helpful to know how the bottom will fit around the waist.
  14. attack_decay

    Vintage early 50s Windward Horsehide MC jacket-size 40

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  15. attack_decay

    Do try this at home: leather jacket repair tips

    I want to try this repair on one of my jackets. Do you have any information on the piece of elastic you used? Also what gauge of thread do you use for these repairs. I assume you're using a waxed thread?
  16. attack_decay

    AERO X Thurston Bros PREMIER HALF BELT 38 CXFQHH

    Gorgeous jacket. Can you provide measurements for the sleeve length and opening width?
  17. attack_decay

    Vintage Lacoste polo appreciation and trying to date them by labels

    To confound things, the Lacoste name/logo was licensed to Izod to market in the USA from to 60s to the 90s. So these will have their own labels. Here is my Lacoste I've had for ages, probably late 80s or early 90s.
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    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    Recent acquisition from another forum member. Diamond Dave Shinki CR.
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    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    My Mister Freedom Campus Jacket today. Cool enough to wear on the morning before the heat sets in.
  21. attack_decay

    Finds and Deals - Leather Jacket Edition

    That's a really cool one. Interesting that they seem to have the original zipper separate from the jacket. Can anyone tell me the purpose of those strings that appear to be holding the lining to the jacket? Never seen that before.
  22. attack_decay

    Ask a Question, Get An Answer About Outerwear

    I feel like they were meant to be short and be worn with high waisted pants. Torso would end around the belt line to facilitate wear while riding a motorcycle. The CHP jackets were also short so that they wouldn't get in the way of the officer's gun belt.
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    Helping identifying these pants pic attached

    I tried to find the pants I was thinking of and they had a more complex double knee that came up much higher, so I don't think they are the IH ones. Honestly might be just Dickies or Carhartts although there are certainly plenty of Japanese companies that make workwear that tmitche could be too...

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