Thanks for all the replies everyone - I am pleasantly surprised by the response. I am surprised how many of you recommend the CXL Steer. I owned a CXL steer Highwayman briefly, and it was beautiful, but I remember it being super thick and heavy. Do you guys feel like the Steer ages more gracefully and creases in a softer more natural way than the horse, or does it just break in faster? I'll admit there is a mystique to horsehide - it feels special since it's rare, and I believe it increases the resale value. I hate the think this way, but I've had to let go of a lot of jackets over the years - I am hoping this one will be a keeper - it's taken me this long to figure out my fit and overall preferences.