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[Jedy617]

Dumb question, but what is the name for this flap that buttons on the top of some jackets? Is there a name?

Could it be easily removed? I noticed for example rainbow country selling it on their hercules, but previously it wasn't on there in past years. Think it sticks out like a sore thumb and looks really lame flapping there. Guess it could be buttoned but still

 

[Harris HTM]

Dumb question, but what is the name for this flap that buttons on the top of some jackets? Is there a name?

Could it be easily removed? I noticed for example rainbow country selling it on their hercules, but previously it wasn't on there in past years. Think it sticks out like a sore thumb and looks really lame flapping there. Guess it could be buttoned but still

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throat latch. I wouldn't remove it to be honest but better to ask a good leather tailor.

 

[Raisin Brando]

Maybe a dumb question, but is there a great visual difference in the color between brown CXL horse and brown CXL steer? I already have a brown cxl horse jacket and am thinking of brown cxl steer next, but wondering if they'll look too similar in color

 

[MrProper]

Maybe a dumb question, but is there a great visual difference in the color between brown CXL horse and brown CXL steer? I already have a brown cxl horse jacket and am thinking of brown cxl steer next, but wondering if they'll look too similar in color

All the pictures I have seen of brown CXL Aero jackets are the same. There may be minimal differences per batch. But I think they will look too similar to be worth it.
But maybe someone here has both and can make a better judgement.

 

[Raisin Brando]

All the pictures I have seen of brown CXL Aero jackets are the same. There may be minimal differences per batch. But I think they will look too similar to be worth it.
But maybe someone here has both and can make a better judgement.

From what I've also seen, I'm inclined to agree. It's really not a big deal for me tbh, just curious. I figure the jackets will both age in their own unique way in the end

 

[Herrvallmo]

Hello TFL,

Hope ya'll have a fantastic weekend.

I need some help with finding a replacement for my broken Waldes zipper-pull on my Rainbow Country Hercules, I though I would try that before sending it in for a full replacement of the zip(as the "tooths" of the zipper looks fine, and I've tried to use pliers to get it to work again, without any luck, seems like the metal is just to weak after the years of wear).

Can anyone point me to where I can get a new one(or better one lol) that fits the RC Hercules you would make my day, not very knowable about zippers lol, and there seems to be a real jungle out there so all help is very much appreciated!


Cheers and thanks in advance!

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Finally have a working zipper again on my RC Herc.
My local cobbler found a noname puller that worked, he had no idea where it came from or who makes it, but at least it works

If/when this one starts giving me trouble I'll just do a full swap for a YYK/Riri instead, really appreciate my Thedis with a robust zipper instead of the shite repro ones.

 

[MrProper]

Finally have a working zipper again on my RC Herc.
My local cobbler found a noname puller that worked, he had no idea where it came from or who makes it, but at least it works

If/when this one starts giving me trouble I'll just do a full swap for a YYK/Riri instead, really appreciate my Thedis with a robust zipper instead of the shite repro ones.
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If it were mine, I would probably replace the part that the leather strap is attached to with a ring and hang the leather strap on that ring. Somehow I don't think this massive piece fits so well.
That's what I did with one of my zips.
But of course a matter of taste.

 

[Herrvallmo]

If it were mine, I would probably replace the part that the leather strap is attached to with a ring and hang the leather strap on that ring. Somehow I don't think this massive piece fits so well.
That's what I did with one of my zips.
But of course a matter of taste.
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That's not a bad idea! didn't really think about that in my "rush of happiness" with it being fixed lol, but now when I look at it again I have to agree with you(it's a bit "cheap" looking). I see that I can buy some nicer looking pulls, without changing the "mechanics" so I'll look around(or just do the ring thing like you posted).

Thanks Proper

 

[Zoro]

While it's clearly oversized, I would rather have it as such. I would do the key ring on secondary zippers (like MrProper's cuff pic) as I don't find them aesthetically pleasing on the main one, feels like having a Ferrari but putting tape to affix the rearview mirror

 

[Herrvallmo]

While it's clearly oversized, I would rather have it as such. I would do the key ring on secondary zippers (like MrProper's cuff pic) as I don't find them aesthetically pleasing on the main one, feels like having a Ferrari but putting tape to affix the rearview mirror

Hmm, that's a good point mate.

Maybe something like this could be cool(this was the first I saw, so just a example )

 

[Jonanah]

Hello TFL,

Hope ya'll have a fantastic weekend.

I need some help with finding a replacement for my broken Waldes zipper-pull on my Rainbow Country Hercules, I though I would try that before sending it in for a full replacement of the zip(as the "tooths" of the zipper looks fine, and I've tried to use pliers to get it to work again, without any luck, seems like the metal is just to weak after the years of wear).

Can anyone point me to where I can get a new one(or better one lol) that fits the RC Hercules you would make my day, not very knowable about zippers lol, and there seems to be a real jungle out there so all help is very much appreciated!


Cheers and thanks in advance!

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I’m in the exact same boat! Failure on my RC herc waldes zipper that seems to be just an issue with the zipper head, not the teeth. I would really love to replace it with another waldes or something with a similarly cool aesthetic.

@Canuck Panda I saw you post this site in another thread, but I’ve been finding it a bit confusing to navigate. Would you recommend getting a replacement from here? Or does anyone have any other recs? Thanks all!

 

[Zoro]

Hmm, that's a good point mate.

Maybe something like this could be cool(this was the first I saw, so just a example )

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I like it better! Maybe that puller wouldn't be my choice, but I would certainly look for one that did

 

[Herrvallmo]

I’m in the exact same boat! Failure on my RC herc waldes zipper that seems to be just an issue with the zipper head, not the teeth. I would really love to replace it with another waldes or something with a similarly cool aesthetic.

@Canuck Panda I saw you post this site in another thread, but I’ve been finding it a bit confusing to navigate. Would you recommend getting a replacement from here? Or does anyone have any other recs? Thanks all!

Yeah, and getting a new Waldes one was like 100$ with shipping included too and it'll just break again lol.

While they look great the repro zippers, they sure seems to be mega shitty.

Hope you get it fixed in the end mate

@Zoro Yeah that one would look stupidly long I think(and don't like the design at all ), but a smaller one could look good I think.

 

[Jonanah]

Yeah, and getting a new Waldes one was like 100$ with shipping included too and it'll just break again lol.

While they look great the repro zippers, they sure seems to be mega shitty.

Hope you get it fixed in the end mate

@Zoro Yeah that one would look stupidly long I think(and don't like the design at all ), but a smaller one could look good I think.

Yeah if it’s an issue with the whole zipper and not just the head I’m definitely replacing with something with better longevity! Thinking a two-way brass riri #8 maybe…

 

[Jon Crow]

Hmm, that's a good point mate.

Maybe something like this could be cool(this was the first I saw, so just a example )

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It's why the guys buy my bomb tags for American jackets

 

[Canuck Panda]

I’m in the exact same boat! Failure on my RC herc waldes zipper that seems to be just an issue with the zipper head, not the teeth. I would really love to replace it with another waldes or something with a similarly cool aesthetic.

@Canuck Panda I saw you post this site in another thread, but I’ve been finding it a bit confusing to navigate. Would you recommend getting a replacement from here? Or does anyone have any other recs? Thanks all!

I have bought from Pheonix but the overall cost is too high so I cannot recommend.

Herrvallmo's way is the best way. Find a replacement zipper pull that works with the existing zipper.

As long as the zipper teeth are all there a new pull should solve the problems. The trick is finding one that works with the existing zipper.

I have seen these generic diamond etched pull used on vintage Talons too,