Finds and Deals - Leather Jacket Edition

[yellowfever]

Ok. Taubers must have lasted beyond some of its contemporaries into the late 60s early 70s or so. That would be sort of the onset of YKK use in domestic jackets as perhaps Talon started to fade having had its changes in manufacturing/ownership etc. Interesting. You don't see many actual "vintage" jackets with original YKKs.

There is a short review of Taubers leathers and how great they are in an early 1981 dated Northern California Norton Owners Club magazine, so Taubers we’re certainly still going then…

https://nortonclub.com/Newsletter/volume_4/Volume_4_Issue_3-34.pdf

I’m sure Terry will know more….

 

[tmitchell59]

Ok. Taubers must have lasted beyond some of its contemporaries into the late 60s early 70s or so. That would be sort of the onset of YKK use in domestic jackets as perhaps Talon started to fade having had its changes in manufacturing/ownership etc. Interesting. You don't see many actual "vintage" jackets with original YKKs.

There is a short review of Taubers leathers and how great they are in an early 1981 dated Northern California Norton Owners Club magazine, so Taubers we’re certainly still going then…,

https://nortonclub.com/Newsletter/volume_4/Volume_4_Issue_3-34.pdf

I’m sure Terry will know more….

This Taubers ad was from 1984. They started business in 1941

 

[Coriu]

Lost Worlds HH Deck jacket 23" P2P NWT $685 OBO

LOST WORLDS USA BLACK HORSEHIDE DECK JACKET 38R BRAND NEW WAS $1550.00 | eBay

BLACK HORSEHIDE. Our unique adaptation of the WWII USN Deck Jacket. Stunning natural grain -- no overdrumming, fakery, antiquing for the ego-challenged. None equal. None better. The benchmark. (Do understand that numbers are a rough, often inaccurate guide to fit as every design, pattern, cut...

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[Coriu]

This Taubers ad was from 1984. They started business in 1941

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This was the location of the business

124-126 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94104 - Office for Sale | LoopNet

124-126 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94104. This Office property is available for sale. HC&M Commercial Properties, including Ben Durham and Jay Cah

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[Claybertrand]

There is a short review of Taubers leathers and how great they are in an early 1981 dated Northern California Norton Owners Club magazine, so Taubers we’re certainly still going then…

https://nortonclub.com/Newsletter/volume_4/Volume_4_Issue_3-34.pdf

I’m sure Terry will know more….

This Taubers ad was from 1984. They started business in 1941

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This was the location of the business

124-126 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94104 - Office for Sale | LoopNet

124-126 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94104. This Office property is available for sale. HC&M Commercial Properties, including Ben Durham and Jay Cah

www.loopnet.com

Wow!!! All excellent info that I was not aware of!!!! 1984!!!????? I had no idea they were still kickin by then..... The rarity of their jackets led me to think they died out like early to mid 70s. With a four decade operation, you'd think you might see more of their jackets around although---I guess you do see the riding shirts and jackets here and there. Just seems a bit sparse out there for a company that was making jackets into the 80s.

This last ad indicates they were producing jackets and either wholesaling or selling through A TASTE OF LEATHER who I recall also marketed their own labeled jackets.

The SF connections are web-like. Every maker seems to touch or influence two others.

Thanks for the gobs of info on Taubers dudes!!

 

[Coriu]

Wow!!! All excellent info that I was not aware of!!!! 1984!!!????? I had no idea they were still kickin by then..... The rarity of their jackets led me to think they died out like early to mid 70s. With a four decade operation, you'd think you might see more of their jackets around although---I guess you do see the riding shirts and jackets here and there. Just seems a bit sparse out there for a company that was making jackets into the 80s.

This last ad indicates they were producing jackets and either wholesaling or selling through A TASTE OF LEATHER who I recall also marketed their own labeled jackets.

The SF connections are web-like. Every maker seems to touch or influence two others.

Thanks for the gobs of info on Taubers dudes!!

Taubers made custom stuff for bikers. I get the impression that was Ray Tauber's focus...catering to the regional biker community and maybe indirectly to the leatherman community. Like many of the CA leather shops of the time, they seemed to have a local focus...that "California thing." Relatively speaking, one does not see a large number of pieces out of many of these CA makers.

 

[JMax]

Cal $150

60’s Double Riders Black Leather Jacket Motorcycle Custom Cal Buco LAPD Vtg | eBay

<p>Recent estate purchase. Well used and shows wear. I can’t see any tags. All zippers work well. Could use a good cleaning!</p><br /><p>Arm pit to arm pit is about 20 inches. From top collar to bottom hem about 26 inches. From shoulder seam to cuff about 23 inches.</p>

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Mr. S jackets also look like this HO jacket…down to the snap tab over the bottom of the zipper.

 

[tmitchell59]

If I find it I will post it. This was an orange label Taubers. Would be in my collection but too small

 

[JMax]

HD Sportster 44

Harley Davidson Vintage Sportster “One Pocket” Horsehide Cafe Racer Jacket 44 | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Harley Davidson Vintage Sportster “One Pocket” Horsehide Cafe Racer Jacket 44 at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!

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[JMax]

Vanson 42

Mens Vanson Leather Jacket. Size 42 (large) | eBay

<p>Mens Vanson Leather Jacket. Size 42 (large). </p><br /><p>Beautiful collaboration jacket with Butterscotch Long Beach store. Amazing brown leather in a waxy finish. </p><br /><p>Leather has a bunch of “pull up” and will get lighter or darker in spots as it’s worn. Bought and only wore 2...

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[tmitchell59]

Taubers made custom stuff for bikers. I get the impression that was Ray Tauber's focus...catering to the regional biker community and maybe indirectly to the leatherman community. Like many of the CA leather shops of the time, they seemed to have a local focus...that "California thing." Relatively speaking,

Taubers is the most interesting company one of the longest lived stars of the Bay area. They produced a variety of leather outerwear with a focus on MC/Police jackets. I have three civilian styled jackets, including one made in Deerskin. I"ve also seen a goatskin cafe racer. I know another interesting Taubers will come along. I forgot, I just bought one!! no two!!

 

[photo2u]

Love that "shirt" CF.

 

[Coriu]

Taubers is the most interesting company one of the longest lived stars of the Bay area. They produced a variety of leather outerwear with a focus on MC/Police jackets. I have three civilian styled jackets, including one made in Deerskin. I"ve also seen a goatskin cafe racer. I know another interesting Taubers will come along. I forgot, I just bought one!! no two!!



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If one was going to build a collection of a specific maker of vintage jackets, I think Taubers would be one of the most interesting brands to pursue. Imagine a collection of old Cal's, Langlitz and Taubers together...wow

 

[Coriu]

Eastman Size 46 $750 OBO

Eastman Hartmann Capeskin Leather Jacket Flight WW2 Size 46 | eBay

<p>Gorgeous jacket from Eastman Leather Company. </p><br /><p>Chest 25”</p><p>Shoulder 20”</p><p>Sleeve 25”</p><p>Length (from bottom of collar) 24.5”</p><br /><p>Eastman Hartmann Capeskin Leather Jacket 46. </p>

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[Marc mndt]

Amazing long halfbelt

VINTAGE 1930'S DURABLE HORSEHIDE LEATHER MOTORCYCLE JACKET OR CAR COAT | eBay

VINTAGE 1930'S DURABLE HORSEHIDE LEATHER MOTORCYCLE JACKET OR CAR COAT | Clothing, Shoes & Accessories, Specialty, Vintage | eBay!

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[Al 916]

Vanson 42

Mens Vanson Leather Jacket. Size 42 (large) | eBay

<p>Mens Vanson Leather Jacket. Size 42 (large). </p><br /><p>Beautiful collaboration jacket with Butterscotch Long Beach store. Amazing brown leather in a waxy finish. </p><br /><p>Leather has a bunch of “pull up” and will get lighter or darker in spots as it’s worn. Bought and only wore 2...

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Graining (Brown) is terrific! (give me that on an A (B) and I will be a happy boy

 

[JMax]

VINTAGE 1930'S DURABLE HORSEHIDE LEATHER MOTORCYCLE JACKET OR CAR COAT | eBay

Sleeve length: from top of shoulder 24.5", from inside pit: 18.5. pit to pit with expansion panels extended, 23". pit to pit with expansion panels IN, 20.5".

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[tmitchell59]

This is Durable labeled jacket.

Vintage Durable Brand Horse Hide Leather Jacket w/ Gloves | eBay

<p>As is as found. Vintage Durable Brand Horse Hide Leather Jacket w/ Gloves. Just saved from a dilapidated garage. It was with the gloves, so it comes with the gloves. Durable brand horse hide leather jacket. It doesn’t have a size, but I wear a medium and it’s big on me. A little dusty and...

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I don't see a label on this jacket. Looks to be goatskin, the zipper is probably a 50s replacement. Could pass for 30s/40s

 

[photo2u]

This is Durable labeled jacket.

Vintage Durable Brand Horse Hide Leather Jacket w/ Gloves | eBay

<p>As is as found. Vintage Durable Brand Horse Hide Leather Jacket w/ Gloves. Just saved from a dilapidated garage. It was with the gloves, so it comes with the gloves. Durable brand horse hide leather jacket. It doesn’t have a size, but I wear a medium and it’s big on me. A little dusty and...

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I don't see a label on this jacket. Looks to be goatskin, the zipper is probably a 50s replacement. Could pass for 30s/40s

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I have something similar. Mine is from the mid 50s. However, I nice jacket in a very wearable size. At least for me that is. LOL>

 

[Damon141]

Himel Bros Kensington on eBay buy it now $999
Literally like new condition, whoever can fit this should snatch it up.

Himel Bros Kensington Leather Jacket Dark Seal Brown Shinki Horsehide Size 36 | eBay

<p dir="ltr" style="margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;">Himel Bros Kensington Leather Jacket Dark Brown Shinki Horsehide Size 36. There are a few surface marks(pic 4 right shoulder)that come with a pre owned item but overall it's in very good condition. All zippers work well (talon and universal)...

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