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Fidelity?Man... I'd be showing this in "How many new jackets do you have coming" if it was smaller
This Guide Master for only $90: eBay.com ... That's ridiculous.
Fidelity?Man... I'd be showing this in "How many new jackets do you have coming" if it was smaller
This Guide Master for only $90: eBay.com ... That's ridiculous.
It's indeed a fidelity as mentioned above.
Are they all this long? (27" back length on a size 42?
Never seen anything in this color from anyone of the catalogs. I love that collar and the color. Looks like someone didn't like green and chose not to wear it. This jacket is from the 1950s.
I ask for measurements.
I assume it will be sitting there for some time.
Soon can mean so many different things lolPit2pit: 22.5”
Top 2bottom (center):29”
Top2bottom (shoulder) 21”
See photo for reference in measurements
and this comment in the sale
If it doesn’t sell It will NOT be reposted anytime soon, so get it while it’s available. Unique vintage in great condition, whoop whoop!!!
Nothing like a threat to stimulate sales!!!
Do I need this?Grais S $225
Vintage Grais Leather Jacket Motorcycle Large Black Steerhide Biker-Small. | eBay
Quite rare. - Original grais sets the pace zipper, works properly. Shoulder seam to shoulder seam - 15". -Quilted lining, with staining from use. There are initials B.C. on inside of jacket in pen.www.ebay.com
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YesDo I need this?
Concerning Avirex jackets...these were very popular with youth in the US for many years. Their varsity jackets were dope gear in hip hop culture when some on here were in diapers. And US kids wore bomber-type jackets over the decades... more so than moto jackets, especially during the 70's and 80's..Avirex made jackets for old men. This one is the exception to that rule. (I hope I'm not offending anyone)
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Concerning Avirex jackets...these were very popular with youth in the US for many years. Their varsity jackets were dope gear in hip hop culture when some on here were in diapers. And US kids wore bomber-type jackets over the decades... more so than moto jackets, especially during the 70's and 80's..
Over the past century, youth in the US have worn with gusto every type pf leather jacket imaginable. For instance, there was a time when car coats and the like were very popular. So, at least from a from a historical perspective, I don't think there is such a thing as a jacket for old men.
I posted this same jacket back in February. I think we may underestimate the historical significance of this company and its motorcycle jackets (they also were well known for varsity jackets). As best I can tell, they were one of the earliest companies to bring such jackets into the mainstream of American society (based upon their level of production). In that sense, having an early Grais jacket like this in one's collection is a no-brainer.Grais S $225
Vintage Grais Leather Jacket Motorcycle Large Black Steerhide Biker-Small. | eBay
Quite rare. - Original grais sets the pace zipper, works properly. Shoulder seam to shoulder seam - 15". -Quilted lining, with staining from use. There are initials B.C. on inside of jacket in pen.www.ebay.com
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I posted this same jacket back in February. I think we may underestimate the historical significance of this company and its motorcycle jackets (they also were well known for varsity jackets). As best I can tell, they were one of the earliest companies to bring such jackets into the mainstream of American society (based upon their level of production). In that sense, I think having an early Grais jacket like this in one's collection is a no-brainer.
From what I understand, Ruben Grais, a Russian immigrant and shoemaker, sewed the leather jackets while his nephew made the varsity jackets. I believe Ruben Grais had a contract to make jackets for the Chicago PD.I've been seeing them a lot and trying to learn more about the brand.
You guys are right, I just did a search and found quite a number of nice Avirex jackets. But I also found this one which is the type of jacket I think of when talking about old men's jackets. But maybe this was cool too at one point in time.Concerning Avirex jackets...these were very popular with youth in the US for many years. Their varsity jackets were dope gear in hip hop culture when some on here were in diapers. And US kids wore bomber-type jackets over the decades... more so than moto jackets, especially during the 70's and 80's..
Over the past century, youth in the US have worn with gusto every type pf leather jacket imaginable. For instance, there was a time when car coats and the like were very popular. So, at least from a from a historical perspective, I don't think there is such a thing as a jacket for old men.
Wearing a trim jacket in the 90s or a narrow tie in the 70s was the mark of a square.
Recognizing young people today highly value comfort in their apparel, ie hoodies, I would think looser fitting leather jackets would appeal to a broader segment today.
That's great you looked it up. There was definitely a time when young people would wear stuff like this. We went through these homophobic years in the US during which people were sensitive about experimenting with leather. I think a jacket like this has always been considered "safe," and hence popular, for all ages.You guys are right, I just did a search and found quite a number of nice Avirex jackets. But I also found this one which is the type of jacket I think of when talking about old men's jackets. But maybe this was cool too at one point in time.
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What the hell guys I’ve been back on like what a week?! And I already gave in. It’s mine.