Finds and Deals - Leather Jacket Edition

[Coriu]

This is a really cool Dyer. I have 2 of their CRs. WD's are LEGIT. This one is a 4 pocket front with no zips to fail (that's my Glass Half Full statement on Non Zip Pockets---it IS true though...). I'd say that collar could probably smack some people around!!!! If this in in your size you should already own it. The price is insultingly low for such a quality made jacket. (NOTE: I am NOT the Seller of this jacket nor am I a descendent of the Walter Dyer Family---so my overly positive vouching for the brand is Genuine......)

...insultingly low...could not agree more. I believe I posted this jacket as well. Blows my mind if there are people passing on it. I sometimes wonder if people believe such a low-priced jacket must not be worthy. I have seen several other very low-priced, "non marquis name" jackets passed over. Why spend $1500 to look cool when you could do so for 95% less?

 

[handymike]

...insultingly low...could not agree more. I believe I posted this jacket as well. Blows my mind if there are people passing on it. I sometimes wonder if people believe such a low-priced jacket must not be worthy. I have seen several other very low-priced, "non marquis name" jackets passed over. Why spend $1500 to look cool when you could do so for 95% less?

95% of people out there would look cooler in this jacket than in many of the $1500 repros! @Monitor convinced me to take the plunge, and I’ve found a real keeper. The collar is everything! And the color is quite special. Gucci would be charging $7k and it couldn’t touch these WDs...unless it was snakeskin.

 

[Claybertrand]

For the Die Hard Suzuki Fan who just MUST represent!

https://www.ebay.com/itm/393502729372?hash=item5b9e97249c:g:v-oAAOSwuqZhFbHP

 

[TooManyHatsOnlyOneHead]

Surprised no one snagged this yet. Could this possibly be a Cal cafe racer? I've never seen one without the fancy 6 panel back.

@JMax @TooManyHatsOnlyOneHead can you guys pls chime in if this one is a Cal or not, might be a good punt if it is lol

don't know if it's a Cal. Gut tells me no for some reason. @tmitchell59 has a simple Cal racer. Can't recall if it's without the 6 panel or without the quilting. or both. Gwen did tell me most of the racers were made unlined. So that's a possible clue. Anyway, that one had a zipper replacement. If it is a Cal though, at that price, it would be worth it to go and buy a Talon and swap it out.

 

[photo2u]

For the Die Hard Suzuki Fan who just MUST represent!

https://www.ebay.com/itm/393502729372?hash=item5b9e97249c:g:v-oAAOSwuqZhFbHP

Cool jacket. However, the price is more like a sick joke to me. I have the very same jacket. If It sells. I will put a big as* HD banner on mine and list it for 1k

 

[Coriu]

95% of people out there would look cooler in this jacket than in many of the $1500 repros! @Monitor convinced me to take the plunge, and I’ve found a real keeper. The collar is everything! And the color is quite special. Gucci would be charging $7k and it couldn’t touch these WDs...unless it was snakeskin.

That jacket is so unique and versatile. Anyone could wear it. ..and the collar! People with old-school style(leather afficionados or not) are going to notice it much more quickly than much of the stuff being produced today.

 

[tmitchell59]

@tmitchell59 has a simple Cal racer

The Cal Rubber Racer

 

[Kubatu]

Wow, I totally missed that padded cafe racer. I saw JMax's posts and Will's after it, but I must have scrolled right past the one in between. Definitely a great deal. Not a Cal though, I think.

 

[Jin431]

don't know if it's a Cal. Gut tells me no for some reason. @tmitchell59 has a simple Cal racer. Can't recall if it's without the 6 panel or without the quilting. or both. Gwen did tell me most of the racers were made unlined. So that's a possible clue. Anyway, that one had a zipper replacement. If it is a Cal though, at that price, it would be worth it to go and buy a Talon and swap it out.

Price wise even with the zipper replacement and sleeve alteration it would still have been reasonable but I had my reservations too and good thing I didnt pull the trigger right away lol thanks

The Cal Rubber Racer

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that still looks so brand new. what's so different with that leather, is it waxy?

 

[Will Zach]

^^
It's pleather or some kinda naugahyde.

 

[JMax]

Surprised no one snagged this yet. Could this possibly be a Cal cafe racer? I've never seen one without the fancy 6 panel back.

@JMax @TooManyHatsOnlyOneHead can you guys pls chime in if this one is a Cal or not, might be a good punt if it is lol

Cal was copied like a mofo, but based on the pics, I think it is. How far up the shoulder does the padding reach on this one? Does it reach the collar? I can’t tell. It shouldn’t. All else looks like a Cal. Stitching, liner, seams, collar, etc. Later model I’d guess since it has the thinner leather. Wish I could grab it, caress it, smell it— then I’d know for sure.

 

[Jin431]

Cal was copied like a mofo, but based on the pics, I think it is. How far up the shoulder does the padding reach on this one? Does it reach the collar? I can’t tell. It shouldn’t. All else looks like a Cal. Stitching, liner, seams, collar, etc. Later model I’d guess since it has the thinner leather. Wish I could grab it, caress it, smell it— then I’d know for sure.

Nothing like a good Cal lol or a replica with good leather is welcome too! The quilting does appear to reach the collar from the front but maybe an inch shy on the nape area. I was a little unsure that's why I didn't pick it up but Lucky buyer who got this then.

 

[TooManyHatsOnlyOneHead]

The story of my life with Cals LOL. Either too big or too small. But both of these are simply stunning. Maybe a 36 and a 46 in modern sizing terms.

Cal Leather Black Jacket Men’s Size Medium / 40? Authentic Vintage Police CHP | eBay 20 ptp

Vintage 60s/70s Cal Leather Motorcycle Jacket 48L CHP Style Biker XL NICE | eBay 25 ptp

 

[jacketjunkie]

500 USD starting bid for a jacket with 23“ backlength including the 4“ backdip.. that‘s pretty much a 20“ length jacket. I pity the guy who buys this without double-checking the measurements. Leather is beautiful though.

 

[stringer]

I checked the measurements on the 48L cal and it was made for me, then saw the $900 price. Just a bit disappointing. Further down he states his profit margins are small LOL!!

 

[handymike]

Having fallen in love with the collar on my WD, I would totally hit BIN on this if it fit!!!!!!
https://www.ebay.com/itm/174888786388

It's a groovy Corsair...with plenty of room for patches.

 

[AeroFan_07]

Eastman Luftwaffe OSTMANN jacket -- 42R for a nice price...

https://www.ebay.com/itm/265264105511?hash=item3dc2f90827:g:HJsAAOSwoABhFGxO

 

[Claybertrand]

Interesting and cool looking set of Bates Leathers........ Listed as SUEDE..... I think more likely its Rough Out Leather....... Never seen this material used for riding gear....... Also, a rather scenic photo location.....

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2035601729...f:g:YbsAAOSwX2JhFsPm&LH_ItemCondition=10|3000

 

[Kubatu]

Interesting and cool looking set of Bates Leathers........ Listed as SUEDE..... I think more likely its Rough Out Leather....... Never seen this material used for riding gear....... Also, a rather scenic photo location.....

https://www.ebay.com/itm/203560172911?hash=item2f6521bd6f:g:YbsAAOSwX2JhFsPm&LH_ItemCondition=10|3000

https://www.ebay.com/itm/402959207152

It sold for $220 awhile back, this new seller is a flipper. As someone who has been trying to sell three near mint Bates jackets for a 1/3 of the price, I can't help feel that $650 is a bit unrealistic.

The story of my life with Cals LOL. Either too big or too small. But both of these are simply stunning. Maybe a 36 and a 46 in modern sizing terms.

Cal Leather Black Jacket Men’s Size Medium / 40? Authentic Vintage Police CHP | eBay 20 ptp

Vintage 60s/70s Cal Leather Motorcycle Jacket 48L CHP Style Biker XL NICE | eBay 25 ptp

That first 50s Cal has fantastic grain, that's the hide you want on a Cal every time.

 

[Andrew Mier]

https://www.ebay.com/itm/363419124915

Anyone have pics of them in the ELMC Californian sz44? I have been after one of these for a while, but I think I may be a 42 also, not sure if I should try my luck with this item or not. Any pics would be greatly appreciated!