Aero Teamster owners: Some advice to a newbie please

[Oggy]

Guys, I must tell you: I just ordered me a 42" brown steer hide Aero Teamster with brown cotton drill lining. Im a happy dude right now :eusa_clap
Its my first custom jacket and Im a bit nervous about the sizing. But I strictly went with areos recommondations.

I asked Aero for a removable alpaca lining and they will look in to it due to the fact that alot of consumers ask for it.

Asked for a removable fur collar but Aero said that they hadn´t come up with a good way to make them work with their collars, so that was a nono.

I went for the cotton lining instead of the alpaca so that I can use the jacket for a longer season, layering with a sweater when the winter comes. Now Im kind of wondering if that was a misstake, Is the alpaca wooll very warm? Is it durable as a lining?

Also im thinking of adding an inch or two on the back for those cold winter days, anybody that has experience on doing this? Or is the lenhgt good as is for most seasons?

Any good advices on what to add or think off?

Sorry for all the newbie questions.

 

[Fanch]

You should have no problem following Aero's recommendation. My Teamster is also a size 42 with cotton drill sleeve lining and moleskin body shell lining. My other Aero jackets (Maxwell, Mulligan, and Pioneer) are all lined throughout with cotton drill. I layer with either my moleskin or 24 oz Mackinaw wool vests, mostly moleskin vests. The back length of my Teamster is 28.5" which as I recall is 1" less than standard. I would be hesitant to add any length beyond what is standard for the size 42. If you want longer, go with something else such as a Stockman. I doubt that alpaca is as durable as moleskin or cotton drill. I suspect moleskin is likely as warm as alpaca. I would probably pass on a removable alpaca lining, simply layer something underneath. I am partial to vests rather than sweaters or pullovers that add too much bulk in the sleeves, at least for me.

 

[Oggy]

You should have no problem following Aero's recommendation. My Teamster is also a size 42 with cotton drill sleeve lining and moleskin body shell lining. My other Aero jackets (Maxwell, Mulligan, and Pioneer) are all lined throughout with cotton drill. I layer with either my moleskin or 24 oz Mackinaw wool vests, mostly moleskin vests. The back length of my Teamster is 28.5" which as I recall is 1" less than standard. I would be hesitant to add any length beyond what is standard for the size 42. If you want longer, go with something else such as a Stockman. I doubt that alpaca is as durable as moleskin or cotton drill. I suspect moleskin is likely as warm as alpaca. I would probably pass on a removable alpaca lining, simply layer something underneath. I am partial to vests rather than sweaters or pullovers that add too much bulk in the sleeves, at least for me.

Hello!
Thanks so much for your reply. I didn´t find any moleskin option on their website, or do they call it something else?

Ok, so I won´t be adding any extra lenght then, seems reasonable. Did you have you size measured at a Areo reseller or did you measure yourself?

You wouldn´t have any pics of your Teamster?

 

[Lord Flashheart]

Hi Oggy. I've recently received a Teamster in FQHH. I think the most difficult part of having so much input into a jacket is how much you worry about size and other tweaks you make to the standard jacket. I too was thinking about adding a few inches to my jacket but went with the standard 44 as adding length would get away from the 50's style of the jacket. When it came I was please I didn't extend as it's long enough and really, how much difference would a couple of inches make to the thermal qualities of the jacket?

Garry

 

[bbq]

You might think about a heavy (strome) tartan lining. There are lots of great color and pattern choices. I got an Aero Hercules (CXL FQHH) a couple of weeks ago with this lining. Living in a northern US state that has severe winters, I was concerned about warmth too. So far I've worn my Hercules outside twice. A windy night 15 F (-9.5 C) and in the daytime under strong sun 0 F (-17.8 C), both times with a medium weight wool sweater. I was cold after 20 minutes on the windy night, but fine in the strong sun. I'm going to try a heavier sweater or vest next time. I agree with Fanch about going with a vest to cut down on bulk in the sleaves. I tried it today and it worked great. I am a newbie too and understand all the decisions you need to make to get it right the first time. The Hercules was my first custom jacket in many years and it's working out very well.

 

[Fanch]

As a point of reference, I am 6'2". Moleskin lining might not be on the Aero website but should be available. I forgot to mention my Teamster is brown FQHH that is fantastic stuff.

 

[ProteinNerd]

Mine is 29 inches long and a size 40. I'm 5'10". I went a size up from Thurstons recommendation so I could layer a thick sweater under it so it looks a touch big in the photo as I'm only wearing a t-shirt. Its definitely longer on me than Fanch's is on him but its just what I was after. Definitely more of an overcoat thing going on imo.
I will have to get around to taking a better picture soon, but its just too hot here still.

 

[rocketeer]

I had a standard 42" but with a couple of ins on the belly because I'm a bit of a fatty. Not fat all over, just the belly bit

 

[Bunyip]

Guys, I must tell you: I just ordered me a 42" brown steer hide Aero Teamster with brown cotton drill lining. Im a happy dude right now :eusa_clap
Its my first custom jacket and Im a bit nervous about the sizing. But I strictly went with areos recommondations.

I asked Aero for a removable alpaca lining and they will look in to it due to the fact that alot of consumers ask for it.

Asked for a removable fur collar but Aero said that they hadn´t come up with a good way to make them work with their collars, so that was a nono.

I went for the cotton lining instead of the alpaca so that I can use the jacket for a longer season, layering with a sweater when the winter comes. Now Im kind of wondering if that was a misstake, Is the alpaca wooll very warm? Is it durable as a lining?

Also im thinking of adding an inch or two on the back for those cold winter days, anybody that has experience on doing this? Or is the lenhgt good as is for most seasons?

Any good advices on what to add or think off?

Sorry for all the newbie questions.

The Teamster is one of my favourite designs, great choice! I would say you have done the right thing going with aero advice. They make them, have done for years. Whenever I have ignored advice for makers and done what I think was right, it ended up biting me on the bum. Thurston brothers in Seattle will put a removable fur collar on for you. I don't know about the snap in liner, I would probably stick with either alpaca as lining, or another standard one. I think it could get fiddly or too bulky.
I will look forward to seeing the finished product.dont stress, these guys do jackets via mail order more than they do over the counter. They are experts. Just try to enjoy the process...

 

[Bunyip]

Mine is 29 inches long and a size 40. I'm 5'10". I went a size up from Thurstons recommendation so I could layer a thick sweater under it so it looks a touch big in the photo as I'm only wearing a t-shirt. Its definitely longer on me than Fanch's is on him but its just what I was after. Definitely more of an overcoat thing going on imo.
I will have to get around to taking a better picture soon, but its just too hot here still.

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That's awesome mate.

 

[Sloan1874]

I would tend to go with a light wool liner. A bit warmer than the cotton, but still flexible enough to be used in most weathers. I have light wool in my Dust Bowl, and I wear it from spring into summer without a second thought (this is a Scottish summer, mind, not a Texan one).

 

[Dr.Seuss]

Oggy:

I believe you will find the cotton drill hardy and versatile. I have a combination of: brown drill in my Teamster's sleeves, and green gabardine in the body. With an undershirt, long sleeve shirt and a vest, I have been surprised at the temperatures I find myself in, and not noticing the cold (down to 15*F, or so). As for length, my 48 has a front/back length of 29.5 inches; plenty long and in keeping with the style of the jacket. Yours will be fine. It's the journey, enjoy it.

 

[Don Tomaso]

Oggy, some remarks and info on my Teamster I just received from Aero you find here. I've choosen the lighter "oil-pull" horse-hide and the dark chocolate colour and matte finish of the hide is very nice. The lining is a "Lannark" cotton-tartan, which is one of the options you can tick without surcharge. An alternative would be one of the many Lochcarron-wool-tartans available, in particular when you plan to have a jacket for real cold weather. I have a mid-weight Lochcarron Tartan in another jacket that makes it a perfect choice for winter. Of course, also the simple black or brown cotton-drill is a good choice, very durable and understated.
The back-length of my Teamster is 32" and I'm 6'4, so I wear it a bit longer than Fanch does. This way the half-belt is at kidney-height and the hem is just half-way over the back-pockets of the jeans, perfect for me. The buttons work perfect with the thinner leather I've choosen, but as I understand Fanch, this is also not an issue in FQHH.
All in all a very versatile jacket and I'm looking forward to the warmer days of spring when I don't need to weat a sweater under it no more...

 

[Oggy]

Thank you guys!

So many good advices and tips, and thank you guys for posting pics. After reading your posts I feel confident that I have made the right choice in lining and leaving the lenght of the back as it should be!

 

[Oggy]

As a point of reference, I am 6'2". Moleskin lining might not be on the Aero website but should be available. I forgot to mention my Teamster is brown FQHH that is fantastic stuff.

Thanks for postin, that is fantastic looking jacket, really. Hope that the steer hide will look just as fine.

 

[Oggy]

Hi Oggy. I've recently received a Teamster in FQHH. I think the most difficult part of having so much input into a jacket is how much you worry about size and other tweaks you make to the standard jacket. I too was thinking about adding a few inches to my jacket but went with the standard 44 as adding length would get away from the 50's style of the jacket. When it came I was please I didn't extend as it's long enough and really, how much difference would a couple of inches make to the thermal qualities of the jacket?

Garry

Your right, it looks cool as is and a couple of inches won´t matter.

 

[Oggy]

You might think about a heavy (strome) tartan lining. There are lots of great color and pattern choices. I got an Aero Hercules (CXL FQHH) a couple of weeks ago with this lining. Living in a northern US state that has severe winters, I was concerned about warmth too. So far I've worn my Hercules outside twice. A windy night 15 F (-9.5 C) and in the daytime under strong sun 0 F (-17.8 C), both times with a medium weight wool sweater. I was cold after 20 minutes on the windy night, but fine in the strong sun. I'm going to try a heavier sweater or vest next time. I agree with Fanch about going with a vest to cut down on bulk in the sleaves. I tried it today and it worked great. I am a newbie too and understand all the decisions you need to make to get it right the first time. The Hercules was my first custom jacket in many years and it's working out very well.

Yes, it is a lot of decisions, Im trying to be confident with Aeros experience in sizing, but i must confess that Im a bit nervous

 

[Oggy]

I had a standard 42" but with a couple of ins on the belly because I'm a bit of a fatty. Not fat all over, just the belly bit

Me too, just over the belly. But I have lost 11 kilos the last two months. Measured for the sizing when i was 82 kilos. Im aiming to get down to 76 kilos so lets hope that the jacket wont look baggy over the belly :eeek:

 

[Oggy]

The Teamster is one of my favourite designs, great choice! I would say you have done the right thing going with aero advice. They make them, have done for years. Whenever I have ignored advice for makers and done what I think was right, it ended up biting me on the bum. Thurston brothers in Seattle will put a removable fur collar on for you. I don't know about the snap in liner, I would probably stick with either alpaca as lining, or another standard one. I think it could get fiddly or too bulky.
I will look forward to seeing the finished product.dont stress, these guys do jackets via mail order more than they do over the counter. They are experts. Just try to enjoy the process...

Thanks buddy! Just shipped seven old army uniform buttons in metal to Aero. They said that they will have a look at them and see if they are rugged enough for the leather jacket.

 

[Oggy]

Oggy:

I believe you will find the cotton drill hardy and versatile. I have a combination of: brown drill in my Teamster's sleeves, and green gabardine in the body. With an undershirt, long sleeve shirt and a vest, I have been surprised at the temperatures I find myself in, and not noticing the cold (down to 15*F, or so). As for length, my 48 has a front/back length of 29.5 inches; plenty long and in keeping with the style of the jacket. Yours will be fine. It's the journey, enjoy it.

Yes, that sounds good. Im currently looking for warm wests in the EU, the shipping and taxes from the US are killing me