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  1. Seb Lucas

    Naked Cowhide?

    I have a lovely new car coat made of naked cowhide ( a brilliant product by Johnson Leather, sorry no photos). It is very soft and the matt black finish is less obviously dyed and treated than chrome tanned jackets I have had. Can anyone tell me what the properties of naked cowhide are? Does...
  2. Seb Lucas

    How well do knits wear on A2's and G1's?

    I realise that the answers will vary; I'm looking for a general response. How many years do you get out of knits (silverfish and moths aside) if you wear a jacket regularly but sensibly? Is wool more hard wearing? I'm also interested: do the nylon knits on G&B jackets last?
  3. Seb Lucas

    Car Coat: Schott 645

    I'm looking to buy a car coat in leather but I don't want anything heavy. Johnson Leather in San Fran do a wonderful looking item, but it's 5 pounds. I already have a few good long half-belt leather jackets that are 4.5 pounds and over the years have found them uncomfortable and too heavy...
  4. Seb Lucas

    Good Corduroy Jackets

    I'm a big fan of corduroy jackets and blazers. Form high wale to low wale (i.e thin cord to thick cord). I wonder if anyone knows who makes good quality cord clothing today. Most of what I have seen is very light, and corduroy, like leather, should have some weight and texture. Other cord...
  5. Seb Lucas

    Mobile Phones?

    We keep hearing that mobile phones will replace the wristwatch - there's a thread here about it somewhere. I'm curious - is there anyone there who doesn't use a mobile phone? I don't use one in my personal life and never carry one with me. I don't see a reason to have one as I have no...
  7. Seb Lucas

    A Good Summer Casual Jacket

    Sorry guys, while many of you are getting into heavy leathers, it's summer over here and getting hot. I'm not a fan of safari/bush jackets, nor do I like the oft mentioned Barracuda. Is there another good retro polycotton (I like this more than cotton) jacket (it may not be classic, but is...
  8. Seb Lucas

    Any opinions on Gibson and Barnes "Raider" jacket

    I kind of like this civilian flying jacket by G&B. I like the slash pockets (don't like the cargo pocket look myself). Is this jacket design an older look or something from the 1970's? Do the knits on these affordable jackets hold up okay? Thoughts? BTW I can't post pics....
  9. Seb Lucas

    Drizabone alternative to Belstaff/Barbour

    I just got the new Jacana Drizabone - a lot like the traditional waxed cotton bike jacket. Drizabone used to make them here for Belstaff. Perhaps someone can pop up a photo. It is absolutely brilliant. Heavy cotton, extremely well made, a wonder... For just $300 Australian, it is a fantastic...
  10. Seb Lucas

    Pops Leather Jackets - Any Good?

    A famous Turkish manufacturer and apparently an institution amongst military folk. Can anyone tell us about the quality, price and the leathers?
  11. Seb Lucas

    Why do A2's not have leather facings alongside the zip?

    Just curious. Was it to make them lighter?
  13. Seb Lucas

    What is stronger lining, nylon, rayon or polyester - are they the same?

    I've a polyester lining that has torn to shit in just 13 months and another nylon lining (G&B leather jacket) that just wears and wears for years. How can you tell good artificial fabric from bad? Is there a brand to ask for? What are people's thoughts? Especially curious about rayon since this...
  14. Seb Lucas

    Campdraft or Federation?

    I'm trying to chose between a Campdraft or a standard felt Federation. Is the felt of the standard Fed about the same as the Campdraft? I just want a light felt with a wide brim. The fed has a good crown size and a nicer shaped brim, but I prefer the bound Campdraft brim. I do not want...
  15. Seb Lucas

    Carhartt Hamilton Jacket Question

    Hi, Do these run large or right on? I am just under six feet two and 185 pounds - thinish. I usually wear a 42 jacket. My arms are longish, but regulars often fit unless the sleeves are of a shorter cut. Any idea what size Hamilton I should get? I'm thinking a large... I don't want to swim...
  16. Seb Lucas

    Adam's leather coat from TV's Mythbusters

    I like the look of this classic 1950-60's style black, four button short coat. Any ideas what make it is? I like the fact that it is a thinner leather but obviously hardy given the treatment he has given it over the years. What catagory or style of jacket is it? Aero and others do similar styles.
  17. Seb Lucas

    Who Makes A Good Quality Denim Jacket?

    I own generic Wrangler and Levi - they seem okay, but I'm sure I can get better. Without spending a fortune or buying vintage, what are my options? Does Carhart do them? Any good? I want a hard wearing denim that'll be around for 10-15 years. Cheers
  19. Seb Lucas

    Magnoli Clothiers Quality?

    I really like the look of his leather jackets which are made (I understand) in India. Can anyone who has purchase one from Indy tell me about their quality? His prices are good and I have read good things generally, but never anything specific about the leather, the stitching, lining etc. My...
  20. Seb Lucas

    Short Leather Jacket Length

    Sorry no photos... I am 6 ft 2 and 185 pounds. I have a jacket which is 22 inches in front and 26 in the back. In front it fits around 1 inch over my belt. If I raise my arms it ends at the top of my belt line. Is it too short? I feel like it's just okay. It's a 42 tall by G&B - a...
  21. Seb Lucas

    Vanson Leathers: Enfield pattern

    I'm taken by the classic look of this Enfield jacket - slash pockets, top zip cigarette pocket, articulated back. I'm thinking of getting one in the lighter Firenze leather. Any comments? How is Vanson as a product? Is the light leather a lot lighter (I hope it is because I won't wear...
  22. Seb Lucas

    Aero 1950's half-belt size

    Aero's Amanda recommended I get a size 40 in the 1950's half-belt, with an inch added to arms and body. I am 6ft 2 inches and around 185 pounds - 35 inch wiast - medium build. I like my jackets to be roomy but not baggy. I normally wear a size 42 tall in suits Does a size 40 Aero sound...
  23. Seb Lucas

    Aero Highwayman and 1930's Half-belt Measurements

    Can anyone with a 42 or 42 long tell me how long the back and front of your jackets are? From the bottom of the collar to the bottom of the jacket. Many thanks

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