Gonna regret this; I just know it. But my heard is outta control at the moment and something's gotta go. (Also, and probably more truthfully, I have something else on my radar haha)
So, first up is this oldie but goodie GW Aero 16160 A2 that I picked up off of VLJ a while back made in a beautiful papaya russet horsehide. Not sure of the tannery, but it does have the same distinct smell and hand feel to it as have other Shinki GWs I've owned; so if I had to guess, I'd guess this is the now-extinct red russet (cannot promise tho).
Jacket was HWT'd since arriving in my possession. Consequently, the sizing has changed and the grain has blossomed. Jacket is a bit of a utility piece due to two stains (one near the collar and one under the wind flap), but they are practically unnoticeable when wearing.
If you can live with the stains or want a project "depot re-dye," this may be just the A2 for you at $350/shipped CONUS (plus pp fees, if any). Int'l buyers add $65 for EMS.
Measurements are as follows (fits like a 42):
Chest: 23"
Length: 25.25"
Sleeves: 25.5"
Shoulders: 18.5"
I'll likely be selling my BK Aeronaut sz 42 (seal Liberty) and a 7823B (WEP) Ralph Edwards G1 sz 44 thereafter. But then again maybe/maybe not (it can be real hard letting go
)
So, first up is this oldie but goodie GW Aero 16160 A2 that I picked up off of VLJ a while back made in a beautiful papaya russet horsehide. Not sure of the tannery, but it does have the same distinct smell and hand feel to it as have other Shinki GWs I've owned; so if I had to guess, I'd guess this is the now-extinct red russet (cannot promise tho).
Jacket was HWT'd since arriving in my possession. Consequently, the sizing has changed and the grain has blossomed. Jacket is a bit of a utility piece due to two stains (one near the collar and one under the wind flap), but they are practically unnoticeable when wearing.
If you can live with the stains or want a project "depot re-dye," this may be just the A2 for you at $350/shipped CONUS (plus pp fees, if any). Int'l buyers add $65 for EMS.
Measurements are as follows (fits like a 42):
Chest: 23"
Length: 25.25"
Sleeves: 25.5"
Shoulders: 18.5"
I'll likely be selling my BK Aeronaut sz 42 (seal Liberty) and a 7823B (WEP) Ralph Edwards G1 sz 44 thereafter. But then again maybe/maybe not (it can be real hard letting go
)
