FS: 50's Californian rider horsehide sz.42

[Mysteryo]

I think it might fit me!

Beware my friend, it's a short jacket! Check the measurements (Oh dear, I'm a terrible seller :-(

 

[red devil]

Beware my friend, it's a short jacket! Check the measurements (Oh dear, I'm a terrible seller :-(

You're taking the long term view

That makes you an excellent person to deal with and trust.

 

[tmitchell59]

The seller needs no introduction to those of these parts. What you may not know is his keen knowledge and most discerning collection of Vintage Motorcycle Jackets. This is one.

I own many California Sportswear jackets in all styles. Their quality was second to none in my estimation. This jacket exudes that quality and this seller owns it for that reason and selling for another.

I just bought this same jacket in what I hope is a larger size. If this one continues to be a bargain I may return with money.

 

[Mysteryo]

Thank you @tmitchell59 , you're most welcome, and your collection is, if not equal, complementaty to mine and I'm always delighted to discovers your new treasures (and sometimes jealous ;-)
I've found myself this jacket in a larger size (48)

, but maybe a late production with pull ring zipper, and a slightly lighter HH.
It obviously fits me better but is still in the larger side. I wish I could find a size 46, which should be fine ...

 

[JMax]

Do you serious collectors have a secret club, with a secret hand-shake and crypt, where you meet to trade and buy/sell jackets? Anyways, this is a beautiful jacket!

 

[tmitchell59]

Thank you @tmitchell59 , you're most welcome, and your collection is, if not equal, complementaty to mine and I'm always delighted to discovers your new treasures (and sometimes jealous ;-)
I've found myself this jacket in a larger size (48) View attachment 317407 , but maybe a late production with pull ring zipper, and a slightly lighter HH.
It obviously fits me better but is still in the larger side. I wish I could find a size 46, which should be fine ...

You did well finding another and with a collar! Mine is in the mail so won't know for another week. I know it doesn't have a collar.

 

[tmitchell59]

Do you serious collectors have a secret club, with a secret hand-shake and crypt, where you meet to trade and buy/sell jackets? Anyways, this is a beautiful jacket!

Let me in if you find the Club.

 

[tmitchell59]

here are the numbers on mine.

 

[Mysteryo]

Funny: mine is tagged a size 42, but looks broader than yours on shoulder width... although same pit to pit.
The condition of your jacket is amazing!

 

[Mysteryo]

My 48 is like 46 inches chest circumference.