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[56DeSoto]

DO try this at home!

https://www.thefedoralounge.com/thr...eather-jacket-repair-tips.104840/post-2909779

@Marc mndt Where does the elastic attach? It looks like one end is on the interior gusset seam. Does it go all the way across the back to the other side? That's what it looks like to me, but wanted to make sure I understand. Thank you!

 

[handymike]

Sometimes 1 elastic is enough, but other jackets need 2 depending on how long the folds go down the back.

 

[photo2u]

Accidentally bought an A2 jacket where one of the cuffs has been ripped / cut off. is there anything I can do to fix this? View attachment 464510

Buy the material and do it yourself. Not that hard. Actually, very easy even if you never hand sewn items. Sewing machine is better method. Here is a link to the material. https://www.ebay.com/itm/2024196469...lZTvNGOoafFLTF/6odmM72rNg=|tkp:Bk9SR4Ca5r-QYQ

 

[Marc mndt]

@Marc mndt Where does the elastic attach? It looks like one end is on the interior gusset seam. Does it go all the way across the back to the other side? That's what it looks like to me, but wanted to make sure I understand. Thank you!

Yep, like this

 

[newtojackets]

Buy the material and do it yourself. Not that hard. Actually, very easy even if you never hand sewn items. Sewing machine is better method. Here is a link to the material. https://www.ebay.com/itm/202419646986?hash=item2f2126b20a:gZwAAOSw-mdbhze2&amdata=enc:AQAHAAAAoLLL3nmZdJgq/cBfZsQHrffAziCasflBCSnawgUkDZNz+pJKav1dG4ce5+a0uaZtLx7arZkWTs+Jte8rm7hsTjnWBjO3SuQIfvLvXOTduLmTlWI8QGPqEz/OJg9j0FqFfk3dKQfZSPo5PBfBcMIFcNjYkvuPIEhBja/wFGs1H6W9OiVbE5gifp3R3vjnMllZTvNGOoafFLTF/6odmM72rNg=|tkp:Bk9SR4Ca5r-QYQ

What do you sew it to?

 

[Will Zach]

DO try this at home!

https://www.thefedoralounge.com/thr...eather-jacket-repair-tips.104840/post-2909779

This is a second joke from @JMax in a few days. I bit the first one, got wiser on the second one and held my tongue. But you got caught, lol.

 

[JMax]

This is a second joke from @JMax in a few days. I bit the first one, got wiser on the second one and held my tongue. But you got caught, lol.

You grant me too much credit. On this one, I truly got it backwards. I popped my head up and you coulda had me lol.

 

[photo2u]

What do you sew it to?

Please take one of the sleeves apart and look. Also, there are some videos of the internet of professionals doing the very simple job. Good luck with your project.

 

[handymike]

You don’t have to do much damage to the liner. Use a seam ripper or knife to cut a few stitches in the armpit of the liner. That should get you a view of the interior of the jacket.

 

[Canuck Panda]

Any Schott "UHT" jacket owners out there? Care to post a pic and what you think. Thanks.

 

[Will Zach]

Who makes Bronson's B-6?
Is it any good? Comparisons to 5* or Aero welcome.

 

[barnabus]

On a whim today I bought some cheapo leather gloves. They are just the job and fit beautifully, although built down to a price obv. But they have a strong chemical smell.

What can I do to shortcut this dissipating naturally?

 

[Observe]

I would like to post some pictures of the leather on a jacket for your consideration, without providing any information on the maker to avoid any bias.

I noticed a seemingly artificial pattern when observing the leather from certain angles. It's reminiscent of the marks that the presser feet of sewing machines make around stitching, the only difference being that in this case there are no nearby stitches to account for the marks. It's too uniform to be pores in the skin. What do you make of these marks? I'm hoping someone here can provide some insight into their presence.

I used a flashlight to highlight the markings in question, I hope it did the job.

 

[Marc mndt]

I would like to post some pictures of the leather on a jacket for your consideration, without providing any information on the maker to avoid any bias.

I noticed a seemingly artificial pattern when observing the leather from certain angles. It's reminiscent of the marks that the presser feet of sewing machines make around stitching, the only difference being that in this case there are no nearby stitches to account for the marks. It's too uniform to be pores in the skin. What do you make of these marks? I'm hoping someone here can provide some insight into their presence.

I used a flashlight to highlight the markings in question, I hope it did the job.
View attachment 469386 View attachment 469387

Is there a lining seam underneath? Or an inner pocket?

 

[Observe]

Is there a lining seam underneath? Or an inner pocket?

The jacket has a lining and an inner pocket but the pattern appears on the sleeve as well, where there is no seam or anything else underneath.

 

[handymike]

Perhaps from being folded in a shipping box...i have had imprints from zippers &buttons happen before.

 

[Dex]

SIMMONS BILT - TAIL GUNNER HORSEHIDE LEATHER JACKET - NATURAL

Arrived today

Is those wrinkles a serious problem? Should I return it or keep it? The jacket is new and has not been worn.

Thanks

 

[Marc mndt]

SIMMONS BILT - TAIL GUNNER HORSEHIDE LEATHER JACKET - NATURAL

Arrived today

Is those wrinkles a serious problem? Should I return it or keep it? The jacket is new and has not been worn.

Thanks

That's 100% character, I love it.

 

[Canuck Panda]

I would like to post some pictures of the leather on a jacket for your consideration, without providing any information on the maker to avoid any bias.

I noticed a seemingly artificial pattern when observing the leather from certain angles. It's reminiscent of the marks that the presser feet of sewing machines make around stitching, the only difference being that in this case there are no nearby stitches to account for the marks. It's too uniform to be pores in the skin. What do you make of these marks? I'm hoping someone here can provide some insight into their presence.

I used a flashlight to highlight the markings in question, I hope it did the job.
View attachment 469386 View attachment 469387

Looks like pigment finished leather. The "grains" are from the paint not from the actual skin. I have a few jackets like that. Leather like this usually "fades" instead of "patinas". But these pigment finished hides are more water resistent, that's could be a plus. Machine job looks very good, triple stitched seams looks very solid and neat. The plump says its a thicker hide (3oz plus).

 

[Dex]

That's 100% character, I love it.

Thanks
So, it's Ok. to keep it?
Hope that those wrinkles won't crack....
Will Mustang Paste help a bit?