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[MrProper]

My concern is when they return the jacket back, DHL will charge me duties.

I have never had to pay anything when the seller organizes the return transport to the UK.

 

[KBlake]

Thank you all! It's a kind of 42ish, feel nice on shoulders but a bit roomy on chest when it's zipped. Perfect of layering.

I won't do nothing with pin-holes and marks, as Will says, they are part of the jacket story, but I'm worried about that spike 'cause it pokes the leather when lapels are over the chest.

My thoughts were to put a tear of hot glue on the spike tip to avoid the puncture, but being honest, I'd like to remove it. I'll try to push it out through the visible side of the lapel. It should be the way when that pin was set the 1st time.

If you decide you want to part ways with it, I'm interested

 

[blobsterroll]

I have never had to pay anything when the seller organizes the return transport to the UK.

Word? Ok I will try and return it, I was told I would have to

 

[MrProper]

Word? Ok I will try and return it, I was told I would have to

I can only tell you how it was for me. I clarified everything with the seller, he commissioned DHL, DHL sent me the return label by email, arranged a collection date, done.
Of course, I don't know how BH handles this. I would ask them why they think I should have to pay customs duty on a return to the UK.

 

[Scavenger]

This has been nagging me for a while... what would you call this style of jacket? It's like a double breasted cafe racer.

 

[Marc mndt]

This has been nagging me for a while... what would you call this style of jacket? It's like a double breasted cafe racer.

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Cafecto

 

[casuallyworked]

hello guys I just picked up a used Real Mccoy. The listing outer photos were accurate, but there was damage to the wool sleeve lining that was not disclosed. There was also a missing button on one of the sleeves, but that was disclosed, so no problem. My question is do these two issues diminish the value of the jacket? and is the lining easy to mend or even replace?

 

[barnabus]

Just received a waxed canvas jacket that's giving off a strong musty smell - even though it was apparently "new without tags".

I'm keeping it, because it was next to no money and I really like it, but I want rid of the smell and obviously can't wash it because it's waxed.

Suggestions?

 

[Marc mndt]

Just received a waxed canvas jacket that's giving off a strong musty smell - even though it was apparently "new without tags".

I'm keeping it, because it was next to no money and I really like it, but I want rid of the smell and obviously can't wash it because it's waxed.

Suggestions?

I've tried various methods and products. In the end the only thing that really worked is the Ozone machine. That or putting it out in the sun.

 

[Al 916]

I've tried various methods and products. In the end the only thing that really worked is the Ozone machine. That or putting it out in the sun.

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The Ozone monster!!

 

[Canuck Panda]

hello guys I just picked up a used Real Mccoy. The listing outer photos were accurate, but there was damage to the wool sleeve lining that was not disclosed. There was also a missing button on one of the sleeves, but that was disclosed, so no problem. My question is do these two issues diminish the value of the jacket? and is the lining easy to mend or even replace?

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If you can return, return.

1" holes are hard to mend with just threads. You'd probably need some type of small patched backing.

Reline jobs are expensive. Only if you plan to keep the jacket for long time.

Holes are probably caused by silverfish or moth larva. It's best to wipe down the lining.

I would always suggest to find out what year of production or approximate year of production. The older they are they are more prone to insect damages on the wool/cotton linings.

 

[barnabus]

I've tried various methods and products. In the end the only thing that really worked is the Ozone machine. That or putting it out in the sun.

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Thanks.

How do you use it? Does it go on the room close to the jacket, or does the jacket go in the machine?

 

[Al 916]

While the topic is smells...

It may just be because my ozone kit is a sad pathetic baby compared to Marc's Monster ...

I have had much better results from a good machine wash

 

[Daniel Veit]

I've tried various methods and products. In the end the only thing that really worked is the Ozone machine. That or putting it out in the sun.

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What's the exact model, if you can recall?
Looks awesome.

 

[Al 916]

Thanks.

How do you use it? Does it go on the room close to the jacket, or does the jacket go in the machine?

My partner is asthmatic (and a Doctor).
You really should not inhale ozone (have a lovely google on the results of doing so). A room is a good few lungfuls...

I use a large polythene box with a lid and put the small battery Ozone generator and jacket in there, and then in the middle of the meadow.

 

[jchance]

Which leather are considered “buttery soft” to touch? I just got into the leather jacket game lately, and found sheepskin to my liking, while the other leathers I’ve handled too “rough” (horse, cow, lamb, alligator). Deerskin seems to be a runner up, but maybe your experience can help shed some light onto the matter? I haven’t handled goat skin or any of the more exotic leathers.

 

[barnabus]

While the topic is smells...

It may just be because my ozone kit is a sad pathetic baby compared to Marc's Monster ...

I have had much better results from a good machine wash

I would usually wash first, but in this case as it's a waxed jacket I can't.

 

[Marc mndt]

How do you use it? Does it go on the room close to the jacket, or does the jacket go in the machine?

I put the machine in a small confined room, hang the jackets above the machine and let it run for two hours. When done I let the room air out for half a day because like @Al 916 mentioned, you don't want to inhale the stuff.

What's the exact model, if you can recall?
Looks awesome.

 

[Commisar]

For an Aero Happy Days/ A-2, would you choose CXL steer or goatskin, and why?

Goatskin on seal or black 100%

That leather fits the jacket perfectly

 

[Bahabp100]

It attaches to your belt that goes through your pants belt loops, keeping the jacket from riding up on the bike and exposing ass crack to the wind.

Crack is Wack!