Field Leathers

[El Marro]

Am I the only one so old fashioned as to like to call the maker directly? lol

I agree 100%
I have spoken to the maker directly for all of my custom orders (and for my Thedi and Aero orders I spoke with Carrie of TB). I find this is very helpful because you can have a real dialogue about all of the options and get a lot more information back-and-forth as opposed to simply sending a dozen emails. This also gives you a chance to hear the makers opinion about certain options which doesn’t always come through as clearly in text form.
I would have to say my favorite maker to talk to on the phone is John Chapman of GW, followed closely by Constantine of Vanson Leathers and Alan of Johnson Leathers. They all have such a passion for leather jackets that it makes the process exciting and more personal as well.

 

[diabel]

You did this with a maker?

Atelier savas does for the mtm leather jackets. I wish Goodwear offer it too. That said jc’s jackets are 1k+ less than Atelier Savas and I think better looking. However, although very nice the jacket he made for me while back was a bit large in the chest but that’s when Vicki still handled customer interactions. My new jacket is coming up to be made by Goodwear pretty soon so will let you all know how it went this time.

 

[Marc mndt]

I agree 100%
I have spoken to the maker directly for all of my custom orders (and for my Thedi

Which thedi model do you own? I can't remember seeing you wearing a Thedi.

 

[red devil]

Atelier savas does for the mtm leather jackets. I wish Goodwear offer it too. That said jc’s jackets are 1k+ less than Atelier Savas and I think better looking. However, although very nice the jacket he made for me while back was a bit large in the chest but that’s when Vicki still handled customer interactions. My new jacket is coming up to be made by Goodwear pretty soon so will let you all know how it went this time.

It's a good idea, especially for bespoke jackets

 

[El Marro]

Which thedi model do you own? I can't remember seeing you wearing a Thedi.

I own the “Triangle Man” in Cuio buffalo.

You are correct that you have never seen photos of it because I do not like it very much. The collar has a weird sizzled bacon thing that annoys me and the sizing is off (that part is my fault). I love how his stuff looks in photos and on other people, but my one attempt was a disappointment.

 

[Marc mndt]

I own the “Triangle Man” in Cuio buffalo.
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You are correct that you have never seen photos of it because I do not like it very much. The collar has a weird sizzled bacon thing that annoys me and the sizing is off (that part is my fault). I love how his stuff looks in photos and on other people, but my one attempt was a disappointment.

I do like the model though, especially in suede. I believe this is one of Thedi's earliest models?

Sizzled bacon lol. Do you mean Thedi's beeswax finish?

 

[tmitchell59]

I do like the model though, especially in suede. I believe this is one of Thedi's earliest models?
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Sizzled bacon lol. Do you mean Thedi's beeswax finish? View attachment 286952

That Suede is Killer cool.

 

[Berto]

I do like the model though, especially in suede. I believe this is one of Thedi's earliest models?
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Sizzled bacon lol. Do you mean Thedi's beeswax finish? View attachment 286952

I love the suede one.

 

[El Marro]

Sizzled bacon lol. Do you mean Thedi's beeswax finish?

No, i love the washing and beeswax finish Thedi uses. I am referring to the wrinkly wavy look of the collar and lapels.

 

[Robbie79]

I do like the model though, especially in suede. I believe this is one of Thedi's earliest models?
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Sizzled bacon lol. Do you mean Thedi's beeswax finish? View attachment 286952

Thedi is a leather waxing master for sure which, besides his designs is one of his USPs. Yes, I agree the dark brown suede triangleman looks really nice and I ordered it from Theodoros about 3-4 years ago but as I wasn't sure if the brown suede does look as dark and as good as pictured (due to sunlight exposure) I eventually decided to change my order. Certainly it would be very interesting if someone here of TFL would own one and would post pictures of it. I've never owned a suede jacket....this will change next week.

 

[Marc mndt]

Looks like Field Leathers is doing well

 

[58panheadfan]

That's true... but if he has to make more custom leather jackets, the waiting time for standard ones also increase...

That was probably not a bad prediction

Source Instagram:

 

[Berto]

Just received the samples

Time to choose.

 

[ton312]

Looks like Field Leathers is doing well View attachment 288071

Still very impressive and relatively quick for a one man band, especially considering the level of customization. I would like a halfbelt from Greg at some point.

 

[JMax]

Just received the samples

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Time to choose.

I like all of them for a jacket, but since I am a grain freak, 1 & 4. What are these samples of (if I missed it in a previous post my bad)?

 

[jfan]

Just received the samples

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Time to choose.

Is it aniline, teacore, pigment, navy?

 

[Berto]

This my bet. I’m trying to confirm with Greg

 

[Marc mndt]

This my bet. I’m trying to confirm with Greg

The one on the left seems to have a non-black core? That's teacore (pigmented)

 

[Berto]

The one on the left seems to have a non-black core? That's teacore (pigmented)

Second on the left is like yours?

 

[Marc mndt]

I like all of them for a jacket, but since I am a grain freak, 1 & 4. What are these samples of (if I missed it in a previous post my bad)?

I guess you must like this hide. This is his full aniline Shinki.