Finds and Deals - Leather Jacket Edition

[dinomartino1]

https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/1556364...4K4umeJkHmWeDg%3D%3D|ampid:PL_CLK|clp:2349624

 

[mvilla]

How much one of these "Surrogates" usually go for? (Not in Japan, I mean)

Californian. 38-40

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Edit: nvm... I mistook the model

 

[jauregui]

The last Cal I bought is labelled size 36, and it measures 20" p2p. The good thing about this is I leave the laces untied, so I can wear nice even zipped up.
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That is a very nice Cal. Is it horsehide? Did it come with any labels? The fit looks great.

 

[Claybertrand]

That is a very nice Cal. Is it horsehide? Did it come with any labels? The fit looks great.

A Related Question for the Lounge Cal Experts:

Do CALs ever have a hide label??? I don't seem to recall seeing one in a Cal. Seems that the ones I have seen and handled only have the Cal Leathers Label if that.

Also, does anyone know what hide variety they have used over the years?? Seems like a lotta Steerhide jackets from what I have seen. Probably some HH too but does anyone have any idea what they used and when?? Like did they used to use HH now only use Steer like a lot of vintage makers???

Apologies for being lazy and just asking here instead of doing a search. We don't have to go deep on it here if its a nuisance.

 

[Bluechel]

A Related Question for the Lounge Cal Experts:

Do CALs ever have a hide label??? I don't seem to recall seeing one in a Cal. Seems that the ones I have seen and handled only have the Cal Leathers Label if that.

Also, does anyone know what hide variety they have used over the years?? Seems like a lotta Steerhide jackets from what I have seen. Probably some HH too but does anyone have any idea what they used and when?? Like did they used to use HH now only use Steer like a lot of vintage makers???

Apologies for being lazy and just asking here instead of doing a search. We don't have to go deep on it here if its a nuisance.

GREAT question...many were horsehide, many....but I don't think I've ever seen any way to definitely prove which one of mine IS.

 

[ton312]

This Fidelity is so mint that I want to share, even though I think most of you've already seen it: size 42, BIN $69 eBay.com

I am taking a flyer on this guy. Not sure why, don’t wear cross zips at all anymore. I can’t imagine it’ll fit but for God only knows why I couldn’t lay off.

 

[jauregui]

I am not an expert but I have visited Cal's shop several times. My experience comes from working in leather jackets in the San Diego area. As far as I know from the original Cal leather owner, some productions did not have a Cal leather label. As commonly known, Cal leather made jackets for many different outfits. Some jackets were made in horsehide,steerhide, and goat. Perhaps some others as well. But to be honest, the jacket in question reminds me of an early 60s particular production of jackets that I personally owned. I can stop an early 50-60s Jacket. Later several companies got in the game of reproducing the lapd and chp including a company I worked for. Lastly, Al's is the best reproduction of the bunch. Little details are different but never the less the Al's hides are top of the line.

 

[Claybertrand]

I am taking a flyer on this guy. Not sure why, don’t wear cross zips at all anymore. I can’t imagine it’ll fit but for God only knows why I couldn’t lay off.

I am overjoyed that someone besides myself is engaged in what he himself KNOWS is probably a senseless purchase. @ton312 ---bro----in my experience, these types of endeavors tend to actually turn out the complete opposite of what we may think immediately post purchase. Here's hoping this one blows yer mind!!!!!

 

[ton312]

I am overjoyed that someone besides myself is engaged in what he himself KNOWS is probably a senseless purchase. @ton312 ---bro----in my experience, these types of endeavors tend to actually turn out the complete opposite of what we may think immediately post purchase. Here's hoping this one blows yer mind!!!!!

I did a quick search and found this pic

So it’s @handymike ‘s fault. If I can get that fit out of it I’ll be happy as a pig in what pigs are happiest in.

 

[Leather Walker]

That is a very nice Cal. Is it horsehide? Did it come with any labels? The fit looks great.

Thank you! I'd say this is horsehide, but can't say it for certain. No label, only the size handwritten in the inside pocket, as in all Cals.

 

[Claybertrand]

I did a quick search and found this pic
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So it’s @handymike ‘s fault. If I can get that fit out of it I’ll be happy as a pig in what pigs are happiest in.

So @handymike is officially an "INFLUENCER" now!! Time to CASH IN bro!!!!

 

[handymike]

That was 1 size up. It was a 40, and I want a 38- great jacket!

 

[Leather Walker]

Schott flight jacket, size 44, only 40€ from France. Vinted

 

[ton312]

That was 1 size up. It was a 40, and I want a 38- great jacket!

I think I may have bought a 38” ( if the measurements are right). If I get and you want it it’s yours or anybody else if interested. That said, I do hope it fits. Not having at least one cross zip feels wrong (ish).

 

[handymike]

If it is a 38, yes
BUT I really hope it fits you!

 

[ojaw]

I did a quick search and found this pic

I did a quick search and found this pic
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I’ll be happy as a pig in what pigs are happiest in.

I reckon that would be another pig

 

[ojaw]

Yeesh, internet is hard

 

[JMax]

I did a quick search and found this pic
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So it’s @handymike ‘s fault. If I can get that fit out of it I’ll be happy as a pig in what pigs are happiest in.

One of the few vintage makers with a good shot of not being too short for you.

 

[Leather Walker]

That was 1 size up. It was a 40, and I want a 38- great jacket!

Here we have a Fidelity in size 38! BIN $95: eBay

 

[AeroFan_07]

Is this for real? 50s Buco for $475 at FB Marketplace. Maybe someone who's in LA may take this in person.

@nick123 - are you seeing this? Not too far from you it appears Also @dudewuttheheck