Field Leathers

[TooManyHatsOnlyOneHead]

Nothing is locked in until he contacts you that he's ready to start building. So all you're doing is pulling the ticket at the meat counter. You can change your mind 100 times before then.

 

[Daniel Veit]

Nothing is locked in until he contacts you that he's ready to start building. So all you're doing is pulling the ticket at the meat counter. You can change your mind 100 times before then.

Thanks for clarification! I just pulled the ticket and already starting find myself having trouble to decide on the colour . Probably will have to get more than one jacket. That seems to be a common solution to such "problems" here around. N+1 ist the right amount of bikes (that I know for a fact), maybe it's the same with leather jackets. They are easier to store though.
Daniel

 

[born113]

N+1 ist the right amount of bikes (that I know for a fact), maybe it's the same with leather jackets.

No... With jackets, everything is even much worse.

 

[BlueSteel]

Thank you for your answer. Is there a "clickable" option for a bespoke Jacket or did you ask for that as an additional comment to your order?
Daniel

When you are in his "shop" and you are looking at the order page for the model you have selected, the drop down for "Size" right at the bottom you select "Bespoke". This automatically adds 100 pounds to the price, and you are then doing the bespoke order.

 

[marker2037]

Just wanted to photograph the great details of Greg’s work and the lovely shinki teacore leather.

 

[TooManyHatsOnlyOneHead]

Just wanted to photograph the great details of Greg’s work and the lovely shinki teacore leather.

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spectacular. I've been wearing the hell out of my Route 66 teacore and I have no signs of breakthrough yet. But I think I'm getting close. Texture, grain, overall feel, etc. have evolved incredibly though.

 

[Canuck Panda]

Just wanted to photograph the great details of Greg’s work and the lovely shinki teacore leather.

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Nice one! The brass age beautifully and the teacore /stitching color match well, making the blend very smooth. Greg did well building this. You did well wearing this.

 

[Daniel Veit]

When you are in his "shop" and you are looking at the order page for the model you have selected, the drop down for "Size" right at the bottom you select "Bespoke"

Thanks for the advise but I to fast and fucked up a little bit. Sam kindly sorted this out for me, so all is well now.

 

[Daniel Veit]

A question towards the owners of the Idaho model.
Does the center vent have a real function or is it more of a design choice? I think it looks great when not fully in action so to speek, but I am not sure if I like the look of basically a large gaping pleat. Is there any mechanism to pull the vent shut again, when not needed?
Daniel

 

[Marc mndt]

Does the center vent have a real function or is it more of a design choice?

I own an Idaho with open center vent. It enhances movability / forward reach.

Is there any mechanism to pull the vent shut again, when not needed?

I don't think so. The Shinki leather is reasonably thick (1.3mm) and it holds creases quite well. Once creases have formed, the center vent will stay open. (see below)

 

[sweetfights]

What deposit is required to get on the waiting list??

 

[Kuro]

What deposit is required to get on the waiting list??

I could be wrong, but my understanding is that you place an order on his website for the model you want and pay in full. Then once he reaches out, discussion about modifications etc. is carried out.

 

[sweetfights]

I could be wrong, but my understanding is that you place an order on his website for the model you want and pay in full. Then once he reaches out, discussion about modifications etc. is carried out.

Thanks!!!

 

[born113]

What deposit is required to get on the waiting list??

Now the deposit is 300 GBP. The remaining amount is at the end.

You need to choose the payment method "Bank"

 

[Kuro]

You need to choose the payment method "Bank"

I was not aware he accepted a deposit now!

 

[Kenan]

Just wanted to photograph the great details of Greg’s work and the lovely shinki teacore leather.

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Wow that’s like a mix between the Buco J-24 and the FW La Brea. What a beauty!!

 

[XOlive]

Been wearing the sample jacket as much as I can. Look at this amazing color on the natural tochigi cowhide.

 

[calvin006]

Great looking jacket @XOlive!

I've got an order in with Greg and trying to make some decisions ahead of time. The plan is for a black cross zip and the first big decision is leather: black aniline, black tea core, or black pony? I'm hoping owners of these can weigh in with their experiences. I've read a few of @Jin431's previous comments but it'd be great to get a comparison update after months of wear.

For me, durability is paramount as this will be an everyday jacket that will see some rain and everyday abuse. This has me leaning toward tea core as I've read the top coat lends some protection against rain. Maybe it also takes scratches better than the "softer" aniline?

 

[calvin006]

Update: I went digging back in this thread and others and found some good info from @Marc mndt and @Canuck Panda.

The "natural" state of the aniline is very cool. It seems very pliable, allowing it to crease, roll, and conform to body shape in a way that the top coated leathers can't quite do. But reading that it absorbs water "like a sponge" is concerning. Can rain ruin it? Or is it a matter of extra care (drying, reshaping, etc) after water exposure?

The pony has its merits. I've noticed it looks very corrected. Will grain develop on the pony over time?

 

[Marc mndt]

But reading that it absorbs water "like a sponge" is concerning. Can rain ruin it? Or is it a matter of extra care (drying, reshaping, etc) after water exposure?

I got mine soaking wet several times without any issues. Just make sure you don't let it dry near a heat source. I didn't have to do any reshaping.

Chrome tanned leathers will keep you dry for hours even when going through heavy down poor. If that's what you're looking for, Shinki is not the way to go.

The pony has its merits. I've noticed it looks very corrected. Will grain develop on the pony over time?

@Jin431 any updates on your pony Manhattan?