Do try this at home: leather jacket repair tips

[newtojackets]

It's sold. Did you get it?

Yep! Just won the bid, moment of truth coming soon

 

[Al 916]

That's the exact jacket I've been watching for ages. I messaged the seller for measurements and it's too small for me, but while I was waiting for their reply I sent that photo to a local repairs/alterations place.

They quoted me £16 + post to repair the sleeve.

I've used them before to replace a zip on an old Hein Gericke and they do good work, so I'm inclined to accept that their price is representative.

(Also, watch out for sizing on this jacket. The seller said it's 51cm P2P)

Could you share/PM the Tailor details please Barnabus (UK I assume)?

 

[barnabus]

Could you share/PM the Tailor details please Barnabus (UK I assume)?

No probs. Yes, UK. It's Clothes Doctor.

Repair

Our team of expert seamstresses provides clothing repair services from our workshop in rural Cornwall. Combining generations of experience and knowledge with our proprietary repair techniques we find solutions for every type of garment and fabric.

clothes-doctor.com

 

[Al 916]

No probs. Yes, UK. It's Clothes Doctor.

http://[URL]https://clothes-doctor.com/pages/repairservices

[/URL]

Thanks Barnabus,

In reply, I just had the cuffs of my Maverick raised an inch and a half very expertly (a perfect (not cheap) job)! By Chris at Ninelives in the New Forest.
https://ninelivesleathers.co.uk/

 

[newtojackets]

It's sold. Did you get it?

Unfortunately thing I’m going to have to relist. The jacket is perfect and insane, except the waist is too wide for me. I thought this might be the case, but was hoping the rope at the back would taper it but unfortunately not. If you’re interested in giving it a shot lmk (imo this fits like a true to size 38). Would sell it for the same price I picked it up.

 

[newtojackets]

just picked up a vintage jacket. Although the colour is still very good on the whole, there are certain parts that look really dull, particularly in one of the forearms

Would conditioner be enough or will I need some sort of dye? If it’s the latter is it worth trying or is it too risky?

 

[Al 916]

Might just be my screen but that looks like gravel rash

 

[newtojackets]

Might just be my screen but that loots like gravel rash

Could well be, anything I could do to restore it?

 

[hieu]

Could well be, anything I could do to restore it?

Check out Marc's post on this thread: https://www.thefedoralounge.com/thr...jacket-repair-tips.104840/page-6#post-2912103

I think if the top coat is missing which it kinda looks like it to me (don't take my word for it tho I'm a beginner), a popular choice is Urad.

In terms of the different Urad products I've heard that Urad clear is the most recommended. In your case I think there may be a red Urad if you wanna try restoring the color with that (I've heard the colored Urads tend to lose color after a while though, so maybe look into other dyeing options).

If it's also dry then definitely condition before using Urad because I think Urad isn't meant to condition (like previously mentioned more of a way to restore the top coat).

Anyways, best of luck! If you do end up dyeing your jacket I'd love to see some before and after pics

 

[newtojackets]

Check out Marc's post on this thread: https://www.thefedoralounge.com/thr...jacket-repair-tips.104840/page-6#post-2912103

I think if the top coat is missing which it kinda looks like it to me (don't take my word for it tho I'm a beginner), a popular choice is Urad.

In terms of the different Urad products I've heard that Urad clear is the most recommended. In your case I think there may be a red Urad if you wanna try restoring the color with that (I've heard the colored Urads tend to lose color after a while though, so maybe look into other dyeing options).

If it's also dry then definitely condition before using Urad because I think Urad isn't meant to condition (like previously mentioned more of a way to restore the top coat).

Anyways, best of luck! If you do end up dyeing your jacket I'd love to see some before and after pics

Really helpful, thank you. Will look into this and post an update!

 

[newtojackets]

Is a rip in a biswing back an easy fix?

 

[Marc mndt]

Is a rip in a biswing back an easy fix? View attachment 488169

Yes, just open the lining where the sleeve is attached to the body and restitch by hand.

 

[newtojackets]

Yes, just open the lining where the sleeve is attached to the body and restitch by hand.

What do you mean by open the lining? Tear it or undo the stitching of the lining then redo it?

 

[Marc mndt]

What do you mean by open the lining? Tear it or undo the stitching of the lining then redo it?

Undo the stitching

 

[navetsea]

Is a rip in a biswing back an easy fix? View attachment 488169

alternatively do ladder stitch, google ladder stitch

 

[Will Zach]

Good one. @Peacoat , maybe move to the DYI thread?

 

[sshack]

Good one. @Peacoat , maybe move to the DYI thread?

Oops, didn't know there was a DYI thread! Sorry

 

[Will Zach]

^^
No problem, your post will fit right in there. I did a similar thing the other day, where there was a loss of a black topcoat, and the exposed leather was dark grey. I applied black Urad to the patch, which darkened considerably. Then I applied Fiebings Resolene acrylic topcoat. Can't tell without knowing.

 

[Al 916]

Brooks Gold (late 60s)

Arrived looking like it has spent the latter 25 years in a hot tool shed. Crumpled, dusty and very very dry.
Not sure if the hide is thick for one of these or if it's just the dryness. Zips are dry stuck however all stitching work looks sound.

First a loosening bath

Then the washing machine (Main zip still open) Gentle 30c wash with the first spin 400 to not put too much stress on seams, second spin at 600

Then a nice breezy spring day flat dry

When slightly damp an extra stage on this as it will be a tee shirt CR. A couple of hours of wear..

Lay flat until slightly 'biscuit' and then it's Pecards slaver time.

72 hours of slurping then a wipe down (might condition later) and...

The nicest and thickest hide Brooks Gold that I have had the pleasure of meeting.

 

[Marc mndt]

Brooks Gold (late 60s)

Arrived looking like it has spent the latter 25 years in a hot tool shed. Crumpled, dusty and very very dry.
Not sure if the hide is thick for one of these or if it's just the dryness. Zips are dry stuck however all stitching work looks sound.

View attachment 510995


First a loosening bath

View attachment 510997

Then the washing machine (Main zip still open) Gentle 20c wash with the first spin 400 to not put too much stress on seams, second spin at 600

View attachment 510998

Then a dry breezy spring flat dry

View attachment 511000



When slightly damp and extra stage on this as it will be a tee shirt CR. A couple of hours of wear..

Lay flat until slightly 'biscuit' and then it's Pecards slaver time.

View attachment 511002


72 hours of slurping then a wipe down (might condition later) and...

View attachment 511003

The nicest and thickest hide Brooks Gold that I have had the pleasure of meeting.

Nice work! That's a stunner. Great fit too. Congrats.