FS: Lost Worlds Easy Ryder Cafe Racer (customized larger size)

[AHP91]

Up for grabs is this Lost Worlds Easy Ryder Cafe Racer (tagged 46, customized measurements and pictures below). For those who aren't familiar, Lost Worlds is a small NYC-based manufacturer founded and still run by Stuart Clurman. They produce some of the world's finest leather jackets (many reproductions of iconic jackets which are, incidentally, probably constructed to a higher degree than the originals). Each of their jackets is a masterpiece - Lost Worlds prides itself on some of the world's absolute finest leathers, and they meticulously use NOS hardware in order to stay as close as possible to the original jackets from which they are designed after.

This is the Easy Ryder Cafe Racer- Lost Worlds' best selling jacket, according to their website. The collarless modern style popularized by such as Peter Fonda in Easy Rider and Steve McQueen racing motorcycles in the 1960s. This jacket is an absolute beast - the heaviest jacket I have yet to handle by far (this guy is going to cost a pretty penny to even ship it). Features the 4oz plus heavyweight Lost Worlds Chrome-tanned horsehide leather from their own tannery. Absolute craftsmanship approaching art - this is a purchase for a lifetime (or a few).

Features of this iconic jacket:

Ultra heavy-weight chrome-tanned horsehide leather
100% pure flight satin nylon lining
NOS brass Talon zip
100% cotton drill interlining
Antique brass hang chain.

And more.

Please note: this jacket has had professional modification following its original production, hence the shorter length. I’ve included detailed photos of the area, and all appear well done. Absolutely no functionality of the jacket is affected.

This jacket has been well looked after - quite minimal wear to the leather, zips work incredibly well and are good and strong, lining excellent, even a great smell to the jacket. Priced to move at $500 shipped in the continental U.S. (Paypal Friends and Family). Jacket will be quickly sent out via USPS. I have bought and sold jackets via this forum. Please reach out if you have any questions.

Measurements:
Armpit to armpit: 24"
Shoulder to shoulder: 20.5"
Sleeve length taken straight from shoulder seam: 25.5"
Bottom hem: 18.75"
Back Length from bottom of collar to hem: 23"
Front drop: 1.25"

Please allow a small discrepancy due to human error.

 

[AHP91]

 

[ChewingWax]

I hate to be that guy but has the jacket been shortened or was the hem modified in any way?

Seems very short for a 46

 

[AHP91]

I’m the second owner. I believe the jacket was custom ordered. Everything looks original as to how it was originally made

 

[AeroFan_07]

Really sharp, I had a "44" that was quite similar, except the back length. What is the length in the front down the zipper to the hem of the jacket?

 

[Schambach]

Man, I wish that was a little longer. Gorgeous jacket.

 

[AHP91]

Really sharp, I had a "44" that was quite similar, except the back length. What is the length in the front down the zipper to the hem of the jacket?

 

[AHP91]

Pictures below (including post by tek) detailing areas where the jacket was professionally shortened.

 

[tek8080]

I would agree with you that it was altered. I bought this originally from the seller on eBay and had to return it just because he was originally selling it as a stock size 46, which it is not. I've owned a lot of Lost Worlds jackets and I personally do not think the alteration was done by them, but I don't know for certain. The bottom of the jacket and also the zipper storm flap was folded up and stitched, which I have never seen, but then again I don't know if I have ever seen a LW that was altered by them after the fact for comparison.

I honestly hated sending it back because the grain and striations are gorgeous on that hide. I'd say it's still a great jacket for someone if the measurements work for them.

 

[AHP91]

In light of some confusion and further reflection on the difficult size, price dropped to 400 shipped. Great opportunity to grab a LW heavyweight horsehide jacket at a bargain. Grab it before someone else does

 

[AHP91]

I've had a couple people ask whether the leather was removed during the modification. I've closely felt along the hem line of the jacket and I can certainly feel extra leather that has been tucked under. It is approximately 2.5 inches in length, which is what I believe corresponds appropriately with the size.

 

[AHP91]

sold