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[cbez]

Why would you do that (look for or a jacket that ticks the boxes in the same way). You'd end up with a rack full of highly similar jackets.

Personally I try to do the exact opposite. I like to look for something that I don't have yet, something new.

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It's not like looking for the exact same jacket, but I find myself going 'oh that's cool but I'll like the back design on the hummingbird more' or 'oh thats cool but the leather isnt as interesting'

 

[tmitchell59]

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My favorite from the Freewheelers. Did not know it was based on a California Sportswear jacket. Buttoned jackets from this era always attract my attention. Just don't see them, the zipper was so dominant.

 

[Canuck Panda]

My favorite from the Freewheelers. Did not know it was based on a California Sportswear jacket. Buttoned jackets from this era always attract my attention. Just don't see them, the zipper was so dominant.

I think you have it’s bigger brother, this one,

Very cool cuffs on this one…

I’ve also seen a Sportclad label one but not sure if it just came with plain cuffs or someone chopped it off,

buttoned half belts are great, not fussy like the belted coats, dressier than the zipper versions.

 

[tmitchell59]

I think you have it’s bigger brother, this one,
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Very cool cuffs on this one…

I’ve also seen a Sportclad label one but not sure if it just came with plain cuffs or someone chopped it off,
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buttoned half belts are great, not fussy like the belted coats, dressier than the zipper versions.

No I don't own the JC jacket. Not a fan of those pockets. Hard to say on the Sportclad cuffs. CSC impresses again. I would estimate these button jackets are from the WWII era.

 

[Bender]

Anybody tried these hangers? Or have any thoughts on them based on the shape/size? They are 17.3" or roughly 44CM wide.

They look to me to be quite similar to the Aero hangers in terms of slope and size... 0.2" or roughly half a centimeter narrower than the Aero.



https://www.amazon.com/HICE-Clothes-Capacity-Survival-Equipment/dp/B09LXY5SRC/ref=sr_1_24?crid=3J56CZRKIK4OC&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.bQEDnAUftxrdf-HlNGBaGDa5QDmUKJ-eG7QYkaFzJz9la4vLscDNaVcdPYobq-dD2Y85EALmkyFniz64b6knK61kYYvY5KxgDzsR1VErvbPxCJaFo3puC1tULURPNf1k38TN15XnH6i9u8Y1yhB9xJJGDbMddrSeo0mOXXw99k5VDzDWoU2aCGkZV23HCuIP3lZLzb11hvHEQuvjRBCc4zcu8slMKnIOfHp2SHrV7NnRkbEwaT4aqpkzBrgzCm2eXOrnwqllUgCheqz4kudMFZM8zZxEufDSSG1Zi7pnrSs.HdK0LQbd_rtbxN00fpXJaspJ-Z2wBMZAedxtB5KPLWQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=hangers+for+leather+jackets&qid=1719528910&sprefix=hangers+for+leather,aps,162&sr=8-24&th=1

 

[Observe]

Anybody tried these hangers? Or have any thoughts on them based on the shape/size? They are 17.3" or roughly 44CM wide.

They look to me to be quite similar to the Aero hangers in terms of slope and size... 0.2" or roughly half a centimeter narrower than the Aero.



https://www.amazon.com/HICE-Clothes-Capacity-Survival-Equipment/dp/B09LXY5SRC/ref=sr_1_24?crid=3J56CZRKIK4OC&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.bQEDnAUftxrdf-HlNGBaGDa5QDmUKJ-eG7QYkaFzJz9la4vLscDNaVcdPYobq-dD2Y85EALmkyFniz64b6knK61kYYvY5KxgDzsR1VErvbPxCJaFo3puC1tULURPNf1k38TN15XnH6i9u8Y1yhB9xJJGDbMddrSeo0mOXXw99k5VDzDWoU2aCGkZV23HCuIP3lZLzb11hvHEQuvjRBCc4zcu8slMKnIOfHp2SHrV7NnRkbEwaT4aqpkzBrgzCm2eXOrnwqllUgCheqz4kudMFZM8zZxEufDSSG1Zi7pnrSs.HdK0LQbd_rtbxN00fpXJaspJ-Z2wBMZAedxtB5KPLWQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=hangers+for+leather+jackets&qid=1719528910&sprefix=hangers+for+leather,aps,162&sr=8-24&th=1

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These are hardcore hangers. Maybe even a bit overkill!

 

[JMax]

Anybody tried these hangers? Or have any thoughts on them based on the shape/size? They are 17.3" or roughly 44CM wide.

They look to me to be quite similar to the Aero hangers in terms of slope and size... 0.2" or roughly half a centimeter narrower than the Aero.



https://www.amazon.com/HICE-Clothes-Capacity-Survival-Equipment/dp/B09LXY5SRC/ref=sr_1_24?crid=3J56CZRKIK4OC&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.bQEDnAUftxrdf-HlNGBaGDa5QDmUKJ-eG7QYkaFzJz9la4vLscDNaVcdPYobq-dD2Y85EALmkyFniz64b6knK61kYYvY5KxgDzsR1VErvbPxCJaFo3puC1tULURPNf1k38TN15XnH6i9u8Y1yhB9xJJGDbMddrSeo0mOXXw99k5VDzDWoU2aCGkZV23HCuIP3lZLzb11hvHEQuvjRBCc4zcu8slMKnIOfHp2SHrV7NnRkbEwaT4aqpkzBrgzCm2eXOrnwqllUgCheqz4kudMFZM8zZxEufDSSG1Zi7pnrSs.HdK0LQbd_rtbxN00fpXJaspJ-Z2wBMZAedxtB5KPLWQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=hangers+for+leather+jackets&qid=1719528910&sprefix=hangers+for+leather,aps,162&sr=8-24&th=1

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Those are heavy duty for sure. I’d want a wider hangar at the shoulder, especially for heavier leather jackets. Distribute the weight a bit more to avoid deforming that area of the jacket.

 

[Canuck Panda]

There are those big wide hangers for wet suits but they're a bit bulky depth wise.

The best are the 20" suit hangers with the ends widened imo, but they're mostly retail fixtures.

 

[cbez]

I just put pipe insulation on the ends. $2 will do a dozen hangers.

 

[Biff42]

For a zip only, probably Dena or JL. I’d send Vanson back to Vanson but did recently have Dena install a two-way 10 Riri on my Force.

I'm getting my jackets back from Dena and she's been great to work with. She put a new zip on a LW Speed Demon and reconditioned/repaired a WW 2 M422. She's taking new work but dealing with a shoulder injury and lack of help (temporarily), so give her a call for turnaround time.

 

[KBlake]

Should I size down?

 

[Biff42]

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I think it looks good. If you size down it'll be too short IMO. The leather will break in and drape a little better, right?

 

[JMax]

I'm getting my jackets back from Dena and she's been great to work with. She put a new zip on a LW Speed Demon and reconditioned/repaired a WW 2 M422. She's taking new work but dealing with a shoulder injury and lack of help (temporarily), so give her a call for turnaround time.

Glad she is doing well and back fixing jackets. Real nice person.

 

[KBlake]

I think it looks good. If you size down it'll be too short IMO. The leather will break in and drape a little better, right?

Yeah I’m thinking if I wear it in the rain it will mold and drape.

 

[MrProper]

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Rugged West?

 

[Al 916]

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Just as it is K, looks great! (lack of shirt tails makes a difference....)

 

[Al 916]

Those are heavy duty for sure. I’d want a wider hangar at the shoulder, especially for heavier leather jackets. Distribute the weight a bit more to avoid deforming that area of the jacket.

 

[KBlake]

Just as it is K, looks great! (lack of shirt tails makes a difference....)

Haha thanks Al!

 

[KBlake]

Rugged West?

Yes

 

[Canuck Panda]

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It fits You in the shoulder quite well. I think if you downsize there will be more fit issues. The feeling might just be new leather, this particular one looks like it needs a bit of breaking in for it to drape. Rolling it like a dough usually speed things up. Out of all the RW stuff this type one is actually my fav, it makes the new brand stand out more.