Fit check - Aero Highwayman size 42

[mvilla]

Hey, guys!

UPDATE EDIT! As per discussion on the thread, we realised it is very much likely a counterfeit, so it will be returned to the seller. Please be aware and cautious on the case this goes back into listings as an Aero.

I just picked this jacket from ebay. As I have next to no experience with leather jackets - and will in about one year work with Greg, from Field Leathers, making my own custom jacket - I'd like to get some feedback on how this jacket fits me.

I will also create a separate topic with my Schott 618, so if you could give me your opinion there too, I'd be very thankful.

Here's the pictures. Particularly, I like how it fits, but would appreciate if you can spot something that I should pay better attention or that is not working properly.



One thing that I think would work better is to go for a less boxy fit, once this jacket have very little taper from the chest to the hem opening.





The side look seems to be all good







Finally, from the back view, the shoulder width looks adequate for my untrained eyes.
So, what are your guys opinions? Thanks!

 

[handymike]

This jacket looks fantastic on you!!!!
Congratulations, it’s a hard pattern to get right.
It might be a tad long for some, but that’s just personal preference.

 

[mvilla]

This jacket looks fantastic on you!!!!
Congratulations, it’s a hard pattern to get right.
It might be a tad long for some, but that’s just personal preference.

Hey, thank you! I like the length, tbh. I like wearing untucked shirts, so it works for me, I believe.

 

[barnabus]

I think it looks fantastic!

Couldn't ask for better.

 

[photo2u]

The fit is spot on.

 

[mvilla]

Hey, guys! Really appreciate y'all's opinions. I'm really happy with this one!

I think it is made out of Natural CXFQHH, and has a sort of wool lining. I wish it had a tag or something that I could show aero and get more info of it...

The zip slider is kinda busted. It works only when it wants too, I think I'll need to replace it. Anyone can tell me where I can find one of these Talon sliders?

 

[Hide'n'seek]

Have you a pic of the inside / labels? This isn't an Aero (although not a bad looking copy)

 

[mvilla]

Have you a pic of the inside / labels? This isn't an Aero (although not a bad looking copy)

Hey, why do you say it is not an aero?

 

[Harris HTM]

Can you also post a photo where the complete lining can be seen? I mean how the lining is sewn to the jacket around the waist

 

[mvilla]

Can you also post a photo where the complete lining can be seen? I mean how the lining is sewn to the jacket around the waist

There you go

 

[Mich486]

Mmm… the way the side chinches are sewed is definitely not like that on any other Highwayman I’ve seen. Also the fit is somewhat different.

It’s a good jacket though… special order at very least or well done fake

 

[Harris HTM]

There you go

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Perfect, thanks, so it has a leather strip along the edge. Do you have any information on how old the jacket is?

 

[mvilla]

Perfect, thanks, so it has a leather strip along the edge. Do you have any information on how old the jacket is?

No idea... The ad on ebay didn't have much info

 

[Harris HTM]

Mmm… the way the side chinches are sewed is definitely not like that on any other Highwayman I’ve seen. Also the fit is somewhat different.

It’s a good jacket though… special order at very least or well done fake

yeah, the fit is excellent and seems a really well made jacket, and has the leather strip on the waist (I ordered my Highwayman around christmas and inquired about a leather strip, but Holly told me they do not apply it as it interferes with the drape of the lining).

 

[Harris HTM]

No idea... The ad on ebay didn't have much info

Maybe it is an older jacket or maybe it is relined. The fit is more than spot on. Wear it in good health!

 

[Hide'n'seek]

It looks like the labels may have been removed from another jacket.
I am 99.9% certain it isn't an Aero (slim possibility it was a custom job but very doubtful)
The full circumference waist band (both externaly and internaly) are not right. The side adjusters style and hardware are also not Aero.
The rear yoke seam should meet the arm seam, lack of top stitch around neck is also not right.
The actual Aero label with that font dates back to a jacket from late 90's.

 

[Psant25]

The back yolk does not appear to align with the arm seams. All mine do. If you paid for a used aero I would return it as it appears to be a fake. Ebay has a good policy on this. I would be curious to learn a little more info on who sold this and where they got it.

 

[mvilla]

Now I am worried. I messaged the seller and sent an email to Aero. The jacket arrived yesterday, so I must have at least one more day to get this info

 

[Hide'n'seek]

Now I am worried. I messaged the seller and sent an email to Aero. The jacket arrived yesterday, so I must have at least one more day to get this info

I am part of Aero, you can take use my notes above

 

[mvilla]

I noticed on aero website that Sheene yoke do not align with the sleeves stitching as well

https://www.aeroleatherclothing.com/mens/sheene/mto067

and the 59er Highwayman has the leather strip at the hem

https://www.aeroleatherclothing.com/mens/59-er-highwayman/mto007

The cinches I could. Find anything similar, though