How many new jackets do you have coming (and how many potential ones)?

[marker2037]

I was going to wait untill i had the jacket in hand before posting pics, but i can't keep this to myself any longer, i think this jacket is just too cool not to share.

I don't know how much she weighs, but Stu said she was super thick and heavy, apparently they used 5+oz leather and lined some of the pockets (the patch pockets and the hidden gusset pocket) in their heavy canvas. I am expecting an absolute beast!
It isn't an exact copy of the Appalachian, more a LW interpretation than a real repro, but i think it really came out great.

Unfortunately i am leaving on sunday for a hike across Corsica (Gr 20) and won't be able to see it untill i come back on the 15th of July, i can't wait!

If any of you guys are into it, it should be available on the website soon...

This is cool. Very cool. It's almost like an Indy jacket meets a cross zip.

Are the sleeve zippers painted?

 

[Will Zach]

I just received this Lewis Leathers Lightning. It's much more wine red than on the seller's pics, which is good. I like it.

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The leather looks pretty thin on this one, or maybe it's just a pic. How much does the jacket weigh?

 

[Marc mndt]

The leather looks pretty thin on this one, or maybe it's just a pic. How much does the jacket weigh?

It's definitely thin. 1.3 kg

 

[jonesy86]

It's definitely thin. 1.3 kg

I am always searching for lighter jackets due to my location.

 

[ton312]

I tried this maybe two years ago with SB and failed. My fault, not theirs. I didn't know their biker jacket has a straight torso fit, no taper, and I mistakenly added extra length. Then early this year I asked JL to mod it shorter and tigher at the waist, but the cost was almost a new jacket, so I went with a new jacket instead. This still on my to do list though. The thing is when all is said and done, I would end up spending close to what a LW cost. Story of my life. Sigh.

Your LW is perfect. Can't wait to read your review.

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I love that! Where’s the fail!??

 

[ton312]

All i did was send a bunch of pictures and ask for all the Crown zippers...
This was basically the same process as 5 star but i didn't send any measurements in.

You chose a super cool pattern to resurrect Carlos! Appalachian leathers later became Taylor’s Leather and Fur, with an emphasis on police jackets. They knew what they were doing with the pattern. This looks leaps and bounds above Aero’s somewhat half hearted attempt (albeit they were focusing more on the HD version). I can’t wait to see your pics and then push down the inevitable feeling of jealous rage they will no doubt inspire. LOL. Well done man, very well done!

 

[Carlos840]

This is cool. Very cool. It's almost like an Indy jacket meets a cross zip.

Are the sleeve zippers painted?

Blackened brass, not sure how it was done.

 

[Will Zach]

It's definitely thin. 1.3 kg

Not bad. Not too heavy, not too light. A sweet spot for cool summer evenings or spring/fall.

 

[Canuck Panda]

I love that! Where’s the fail!??

I can’t believe I’m saying this but it’s an inch too long…. Haha…

 

[ton312]

I can’t believe I’m saying this but it’s an inch too long…. Haha…

Oh I get that 100%. As does my last Aero, that was an inch too short. I’m this game an inch is approximately the length of 25 football fields, doubled x 837 + 1” or minus 1”.

 

[Benny Holiday]

I was going to wait untill i had the jacket in hand before posting pics, but i can't keep this to myself any longer, i think this jacket is just too cool not to share.

I don't know how much she weighs, but Stu said she was super thick and heavy, apparently they used 5+oz leather and lined some of the pockets (the patch pockets and the hidden gusset pocket) in their heavy canvas. I am expecting an absolute beast!
It isn't an exact copy of the Appalachian, more a LW interpretation than a real repro, but i think it really came out great.

Unfortunately i am leaving on sunday for a hike across Corsica (Gr 20) and won't be able to see it untill i come back on the 15th of July, i can't wait!

If any of you guys are into it, it should be available on the website soon...

Wearing my germ mask is all that's saving my jaw from hitting the ground. Great design, great leather. Looking forward to fit pics when you return!

 

[Marc mndt]

I am always searching for lighter jackets due to my location.

I'd love to see you wear a red Lewis Leathers Lightning on the beaches of Hunolulu. You're not a size 42 are you?

 

[jonesy86]

I like:

23.5" or 24" P to P
19" or 20" Shoulder
27" sleeve
22" bottom hem
26” or 27” back

So more like a 44 or 44L, sometimes a 46

 

[Mrfrown]

A morsel compared to the Carlos and Marc's feast above, I have this vintage Lee vest with the interesting pocket heading my way. Consider it a palate cleanser.

 

[JurassicUtility]

Carlos840's thread inspired me to look at Vanson jackets on Buyee, so I've got this Cheyenne Maverick on the way now.
https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/japanese-market-vanson-cheyenne.104530/page-2

There is a black one in my size as well, but I liked the two-tone look of this one, and I think the brown color will be a little more versatile.

https://buyee.jp/item/yahoo/auction/o473191087

 

[Monitor]

Carlos840's thread inspired me to look at Vanson jackets on Buyee, so I've got this Cheyenne on the way now.
https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/japanese-market-vanson-cheyenne.104530/page-2

There is a black one in my size as well, but I liked the two-tone look of this one, and I think the brown color will be a little more versatile.
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https://buyee.jp/item/yahoo/auction/o473191087

Very cool, though this jacket is called Maverick. Cheyenne is a Lee copy, Maverick a Levi's.

 

[JurassicUtility]

Very cool, though this jacket is called Maverick. Cheyenne is a Lee copy, Maverick a Levi's.

Good catch!

 

[Monitor]

Good catch!

This is as good a time as any to post the ultimate Vanson, ultimate trucker and ultimate leather jacket that ever was and will be.

 

[JMax]

This is as good a time as any to post the ultimate Vanson, ultimate trucker and ultimate leather jacket that ever was and will be.

It also sold for a bit of coin. Deservedly. What a jacket.

 

[ton312]

Snagged this cop jacket off Etsy. Was posted in the finds/deals thread. Was able to get it for a very low price. The measurements are completely all over the map and made zero sense. Thankfully it’s returnable but I hope it works. Little TLC and it should be a great beater. Leather looks stout, big fat Talon, could be cool.