High Notch Leathers (House brand) Izumiya clothing store (Retail store)

[Poltung]

Waldes can be tricky. You need to make sure the male pin is all the way in.

Thanks!
Any advice on how to improve on this? I want a functional jacket that I can zip and unzip easily, not spend hours fiddling with it everytime I need the extra warmth :')

 

[Canuck Panda]

Like HM said these Waldes zips can be finicky. The male pin needs to go all the way down for the first teeth to lock in.

However if this still doesn’t work then it’s probably a faulty zip. Seller should have disclosed this as zip replacement is not cheap. And if this is the case I’d get with the seller first. This jacket was from Grail right?

Fit looks really good! The Japanese jackets are cut very very trim. Looks really good though.

 

[sshack]

Pardon the dumb question, but where/how do you buy these jackets? I can't find them.

 

[Canuck Panda]

Pardon the dumb question, but where/how do you buy these jackets? I can't find them.

I bought mine on the used market.

I don't think he has been making new jackets for a few years now but I could be wrong. From his instagram posts he mainly just repairs jackets now, and sells brand name jackets in his little shop.

 

[Canuck Panda]

In chronological order:

Soon, this Fine Creek jacket will reveal its vintage roots. No rush.

Beautiful horsehide, impeccable craftsmanship.

 

[Canuck Panda]

His name is Mr. Yoshikazu Umeno, aka Dr. Needles He has been repairing leather jackets of all brands, Western and Japanese, since 1983.

Before (on the left) / After (on the right)

The whole bottom hem line has been re-patterned and re-stitched. Now it looks like the Lost Angeles Sportogs jacket with button cuffs. Most interesting part of this pattern is its triple pleat back design. Measure as one of the smallest jackets I have but fits the biggest in terms of mobility because the extra 2" extension from either side (plus the center vent). Not only the side vents open up, the center vent opens too. Also even though the torso is vintage short and boxy, the contouring panels give it very different look. LASC magic, pre-war pattern sorcery at its finest.

Impeccable needle work and experienced pattern re-work. Better than original. Factory finishing.

After re-pattern and repair fit pics:

His Instagram name is uField13, that's where most of his repair projects are documented, from Langlitz/Vanson to RMC/FW and some vintage jackets.

A whole new world of possibilities just opened up for me. To be continued...

 

[MrProper]

His name is Mr. Yoshikazu Umeno, aka Dr. Needles He has been repairing leather jackets of all brands, Western and Japanese, since 1983.

Before (on the left) / After (on the right)
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The whole bottom hem line has been re-patterned and re-stitched. Now it looks like the Lost Angeles Sportogs jacket with button cuffs. Most interesting part of this pattern is its triple pleat back design. Measure as one of the smallest jackets I have but fits the biggest in terms of mobility because the extra 2" extension from either side (plus the center vent). Not only the side vents open up, the center vent opens too. Also even though the torso is vintage short and boxy, the contouring panels give it very different look. LASC magic, pre-war pattern sorcery at its finest.

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Impeccable needle work and experienced pattern re-work. Better than original. Factory finishing.
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After re-pattern and repair fit pics:
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His Instagram name is uField13, that's where most of his repair projects are documented, from Langlitz/Vanson to RMC/FW and some vintage jackets.
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A whole new world of possibilities just opened up for me. To be continued...

 

[Retserrof]

Long shot, but I'd love to find myself a High Notch jacket. What would be the best way to go about this? I can't seem to see any online.

I know above it was mentioned to look online, is there any specific place I should be looking?

 

[photo2u]

Long shot, but I'd love to find myself a High Notch jacket. What would be the best way to go about this? I can't seem to see any online.

I know above it was mentioned to look online, is there any specific place I should be looking?

Here. We have excellent members who at times (most of the time regret) sell and or trade top quality reproductions and originals, lol. Additionally, members post links to some excellent jackets. :https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/finds-and-deals-leather-jacket-edition.96976/

 

[Retserrof]

Here. We have excellent members who at times (most of the time regret) sell and or trade top quality reproductions and originals, lol. Additionally, members post links to some excellent jackets. :https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/finds-and-deals-leather-jacket-edition.96976/

Thanks for the reply! I've been keeping an eye on the classifieds every day and also checking that finds and deals page each day too. Fingers crossed for me haha!

 

[cbez]

 

[Retserrof]

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Was this the one sold on Mercari a week or so ago? Priced really well and looks like fantastic quality.

 

[cbez]

Was this the one sold on Mercari a week or so ago? Priced really well and looks like fantastic quality.

Yessir got lucky. Seller didn't accept any price negotiation but I was able to stack together 10% off and it was priced really fair. Don't see high notch very often.

 

[cbez]

Interesting and intricate cuff style.

It's a little more convenient than storm cuffs because you can unzip and get airflow.

 

[Retserrof]

So not long ago I managed to get hold of probably the most common High Notch jacket - a Catoosa model. The quality is every bit as outstanding as described on this thread, granted, I only have limited experience with leather jackets (I own just a 5 Star jacket and a Lost Worlds Ryder). The stitching is better than my other jackets, the inside feels silky smooth, and the Shinki leather is showing some great character.

Below is a few fit pictures starting with unzipped jacket front and back, followed by zipped front, back, side, and finally, close up of length with midrise jeans.

I'm not an expert in fit so I would like to hear opinions from anyone else.

Overall, the jacket is very slim on me but seems to sit nicely on shoulders, length and has a flatering shape. It rides up when I lift my arms above horizontal (but so does all my jackets - presuming action back helps with this). I think arm length is good. The front zipper ends maybe 25mm (an inch) higher than preferred but this isn't a deal breaker and is easily fixed with a touch longer rise pants.

 

[Herrvallmo]

So not long ago I managed to get hold of probably the most common High Notch jacket - a Catoosa model. The quality is every bit as outstanding as described on this thread, granted, I only have limited experience with leather jackets (I own just a 5 Star jacket and a Lost Worlds Ryder). The stitching is better than my other jackets, the inside feels silky smooth, and the Shinki leather is showing some great character.

Below is a few fit pictures starting with unzipped jacket front and back, followed by zipped front, back, side, and finally, close up of length with midrise jeans.

I'm not an expert in fit so I would like to hear opinions from anyone else.

Overall, the jacket is very slim on me but seems to sit nicely on shoulders, length and has a flatering shape. It rides up when I lift my arms above horizontal (but so does all my jackets - presuming action back helps with this). I think arm length is good. The front zipper ends maybe 25mm (an inch) higher than preferred but this isn't a deal breaker and is easily fixed with a touch longer rise pants.

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I think that's a killer fit mate! shoulders, body and sleeve length are spot on in my book, the jacket look custom made for you!

Also that back design and slanted chest pocket is awesome, very nice find!

 

[Retserrof]

I think that's a killer fit mate! shoulders, body and sleeve length are spot on in my book, the jacket look custom made for you!

Also that back design and slanted chest pocket is awesome, very nice find!

Thanks heaps for your thoughts!

Funny thing with the length is that laid flat it is about 15mm shorter in the front than my Lost Worlds (which has a pattern that doesn't work with my body) but when worn, the High Notch ends up being 10mm longer in the front.

I'm really impressed with the quality and aesthetic design aspects. I was worried at first that I wouldn't like the slanted pocket or back design but seeing it in the flesh put my mind at ease instantly.

 

[Herrvallmo]

Thanks heaps for your thoughts!

Funny thing with the length is that laid flat it is about 15mm shorter in the front than my Lost Worlds (which has a pattern that doesn't work with my body) but when worn, the High Notch ends up being 10mm longer in the front.

I'm really impressed with the quality and aesthetic design aspects. I was worried at first that I wouldn't like the slanted pocket or back design but seeing it in the flesh put my mind at ease instantly.

I really thinks it makes the jacket a lot more interesting with those design choices, there is A LOT of black straight zip jackets out there, so it's always nice with something that stands out in that crowd(I sold my Aero 50's HB for that reason, very nice jacket but also kinda boring)

 

[cbez]

So not long ago I managed to get hold of probably the most common High Notch jacket - a Catoosa model. The quality is every bit as outstanding as described on this thread, granted, I only have limited experience with leather jackets (I own just a 5 Star jacket and a Lost Worlds Ryder). The stitching is better than my other jackets, the inside feels silky smooth, and the Shinki leather is showing some great character.

Below is a few fit pictures starting with unzipped jacket front and back, followed by zipped front, back, side, and finally, close up of length with midrise jeans.

I'm not an expert in fit so I would like to hear opinions from anyone else.

Overall, the jacket is very slim on me but seems to sit nicely on shoulders, length and has a flatering shape. It rides up when I lift my arms above horizontal (but so does all my jackets - presuming action back helps with this). I think arm length is good. The front zipper ends maybe 25mm (an inch) higher than preferred but this isn't a deal breaker and is easily fixed with a touch longer rise pants.

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Really excellent fit and drape through the body.

 

[Jonanah]

Those last two jackets look so good, even though I have my black single rider from them you guys are making me want another High Notch! I haven't been able to find another as they hardly ever seem to appear on Buyee, though I guess I could check more consistently.

Can't believe I fully caught the jacket bug just like everyone else around here. But I think High Notch will go down as one of the most underrated makers out there -- the quality at the prices they go for is unmatched.