Anyone had trouble with jacket sizing since most makers are mail order?

[deeds]

Being outside of the US makes it much more complicated... Which country are you in if I may ask?

England/Spain/Germany. I have to move between the three a lot.

 

[deeds]

All that being said, I recognize that some countries have quite extreme import duties that can push the cost of the approach i recommended into an altogether different price range that may not be worth it.

Yeah, 30% on $1.5K+ is a fair chunk...

 

[deeds]

I ordered a LW jacket in February of this year; took 3 months to arrive (delays because of the Covid outbreak). Stu and I exchanged 3-4 e-mails where we discussed fit preferences and minor custom details.
I’m between a 46 and a 48, long/tall.
There is an upcharge for a long size but I was able to specify how much length to add to both the body and the sleeve. Stu was very helpful in his recommendations and I ended up with a perfect fit and an extremely well-made jacket.

"Pics or it didn't happen"

 

[antoine p]

I apologize for speaking on your behalf Thor, but I think it should be mentioned that you have been a Lost Worlds customer for over 20 (25?) years, this wasn't your first jacket so no need to guess your size. Different for beginners

 

[red devil]

England/Spain/Germany. I have to move between the three a lot.

The last 2 years, we had meetup in London which would have been the best opportunity for you to try on a jacket and use it as a base for your fit... As it stands, not sure what to recommend.

It worked out for me from the get go, and since then I have been just ordering stock sizes.

 

[thor]

@antoine p, yes I bought my first LW jacket, an A-2, back in 1996 (?) but sold that one 10 years later as I’ve gone up a size or 2 in the succeeding 25 years. And each different jacket I’ve ordered isn’t the exact same size since the patterns and styles of different models don’t always fit the same. For example I currently have a size 46 long A-2, a size 46 regular G-1 and a size 48 long Rigger. I have no idea what size I’d be in an ANJ-4 or B-3.
I agree with you, if it’s someone’s first LW jacket, extra communication is necessary with Stu to nail the sizing and the fit preference (some want a looser fit, others prefer military-snug).

 

[thor]

@deeds first pic is jacket fresh out of the box. Second pic is putting the jacket to the test, wearing it ALOT, in all kinds of weather (especially during rain storms). LW jackets are well known for their ruggedness and quality construction.

 

[Will Zach]

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@deeds first pic is jacket fresh out of the box. Second pic is putting the jacket to the test, wearing it ALOT, in all kinds of weather (especially during rain storms). LW jackets are well known for their ruggedness and quality construction.

That is one of the best fits of LW I have ever seen. A working jacket, too, like it should be. Kudos.

 

[Monitor]

Hi Guys,
I spoke to a gent at LW about getting an ANJ4 and he said that they use Height and weight. Perhaos this works for the average body type but it certainly wont work for the unusual body types. From the conversation, it didnt seem like any other adjustments or measurements are taken from customers.

Anyone ordered from LW and had trouble with the sizes received and if so how was this remedied.

Its a big chunk money and waiting time not to mention import costs and postage to not be certain about what im going to receive.

If you're in Europe, why not go with Thedi or Aero or SB or someone local? No point risking import taxes and possibly impossible returns/refunds.

 

[red devil]

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@deeds first pic is jacket fresh out of the box. Second pic is putting the jacket to the test, wearing it ALOT, in all kinds of weather (especially during rain storms). LW jackets are well known for their ruggedness and quality construction.

In terms of ruggedness, they're the toughest and most water resistant jackets I have. And they are very well built as well in terms of details.

 

[Pandemic]

If you're in Europe, why not go with Thedi or Aero or SB or someone local? No point risking import taxes and possibly impossible returns/refunds.

I’m keeping calm and giving SB a lot of time and latitude to respond and make things right, but I wouldn’t recommend them until I see how my jacket issues are resolved.

 

[deeds]

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@deeds first pic is jacket fresh out of the box. Second pic is putting the jacket to the test, wearing it ALOT, in all kinds of weather (especially during rain storms). LW jackets are well known for their ruggedness and quality construction.

That is a sweet looking Jacket. Thanks for posting the pictures @thor. At first i didn't understand why people had so many different jackets. The more time i spend on this forum the more i understand it, there are so many beautiful pieces...

 

[red devil]

That is a sweet looking Jacket. Thanks for posting the pictures @thor. At first i didn't understand why people had so many different jackets. The more time i spend on this forum the more i understand it, there are so many beautiful pieces...

So far it does feel limitless