Himel Bros. Grizzly Jacket Review

[Peter Bowden]

One thing about Dude's jacket that's overlooked is how elegant its shape and contours are, not even looking at the hair.

The grizzlies are damn cool jackets. There are a lot of cool old Laskin Lamb ads out there to view from the 30s. Seems all types of people wore them; they certainly were not designed for lumberjacks. What was that sub-line called? Boyville or something? Kids wore 'em too.

Some fine vintage Grizzlies and a modern reproduction.

 

[Mich486]

The last one is my very same jacket!


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[HoosierDaddy]

The Brioni would be too much hair for me. After reading this guy's comments I've finally decided to order one (actually yesterday evening) - I'm pretty sure that I'll order one from Thedi in black horsehide, black cow fur, NO fur collar hoping that it looks as good as the one from Himel (I don't mind the missing "Himel" pockets of the Wolverine) - main reason is the lower price and as I like "working" with Theodoros...Himel jackets are so expensive (plus ~25% importy VAT and duty) despite the very good overall craftmanship and quality. I'm sure Thedi offer similar quality jackets. I think I won't receive the jacket before middle/end of September (last order also took about 3 months). I'll keep everyone posted here I wished there were more Thedi Grizzly owners here....do you mind posting more sunlight (fit) pics of your Thedi Grizzly? Thanks!!

Sounds like a good plan to me. Elimination of a large fur collar tames the grizzly and a rounded leather collar adds more style.

 

[Mich486]

Himel are truly expensive and the import duties are really annoying. Isn’t Canada though in some sort of trade deal with the EU? I can’t believe it doesn’t cover leather jackets... it’s an utterly useless deal


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[Robbie79]

I am a bit confused here... I thought you liked the Wolverine pattern and that's why it was your main choice budget considerations aside?
These pockets are a key feature of the Wolverine after all



What do you mean by this? What makes the Himel jacket look best to your eyes? What are you looking for?

I think it would be good to go back to the start, why don't you tell us what exactly you are looking for? I went through that phase myself as I was initially considering either a Wolverine or LW cow hair grizzly. In the end I went with Thedi leather after discussing the pattern with Theodoros in Thessaloniki. It did take me quite a while to target what I was looking for.

It might be best for you to take some time and think about what you want exactly before placing the order. We would certainly enjoy helping you spec your dream cow hair panel jacket
The Rin Tanaka books are also a great source of inspiration

Edit: grammar

I like the shape/rather slim, not boxy style, the Shinki Himel and the cuffs - as far as the pockets are concerned I both like the Himel and Thedi one. I only hope that Theodoros also offer high quality black horsehide similar to Himel and that the general cut/shape is also similar and not boxy. That’s why I wonder if there are more owners of a Thedi grizzly around here to see more fit pics. I hope it is more clear now. I exactly know what I want and only hope that Theodoros can offer it. Sending him a picture of a Himel doesn’t make any sense as he is not willing to copy a jacket what I respect.

 

[dudewuttheheck]

Himel are truly expensive and the import duties are really annoying. Isn’t Canada though in some sort of trade deal with the EU? I can’t believe it doesn’t cover leather jackets... it’s an utterly useless deal


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Indeed. Completely worthless deal. How did they miss this?

 

[red devil]

I like the shape/rather slim, not boxy style, the Shinki Himel and the cuffs - as far as the pockets are concerned I both like the Himel and Thedi one. I only hope that Theodoros also offer high quality black horsehide similar to Himel and that the general cut/shape is also similar and not boxy. That’s why I wonder if there are more owners of a Thedi grizzly around here to see more fit pics. I hope it is more clear now. I exactly know what I want and only hope that Theodoros can offer it. Sending him a picture of a Himel doesn’t make any sense as he is not willing to copy a jacket what I respect.

If I understand correctly, you have dealt with Thedi before, correct?

So you should know that he is very good at getting the right fit, so just ask him for the slim shape you are looking after.

He also has excellent leathers. It is actually one of his strengths. He has an impressive selection that keeps evolving. So unless you specifically want Shinki which is by no means superior to high end Italian leathers, you should be fine.

 

[Robbie79]

If I understand correctly, you have dealt with Thedi before, correct?

So you should know that he is very good at getting the right fit, so just ask him for the slim shape you are looking after.

He also has excellent leathers. It is actually one of his strengths. He has an impressive selection that keeps evolving. So unless you specifically want Shinki which is by no means superior to high end Italian leathers, you should be fine.

Thanks! Yes, I‘ve dealt with Theodoros before and will ask him for a slim fit jacket in black veg tan HH. I only know his washed Buffalo and Goatskin leathers which are very different to veg tan horsehide...good to know that he offers high quality horsehide from an Italian tannery as I don’t necessarily need Shinki!

 

[Robbie79]

Some fine vintage Grizzlies and a modern reproduction.

Thanks for sharing this valuable information! The Himel /Thedi designs are Still my favorite ones

 

[Robbie79]

Himel are truly expensive and the import duties are really annoying. Isn’t Canada though in some sort of trade deal with the EU? I can’t believe it doesn’t cover leather jackets... it’s an utterly useless deal


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Yes, you’re right but I still need to add 19% VAT and the import Duty on leather jackets has still to be paid for.

 

[Captain Sensible]

And don’t forget the handling fee