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

[tmitchell59]

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Got a 50s Californian.

All zippers are conmar.

Nice! I never seen this label in a Californian. Interesting. I have this same jacket with only a typical CSW leather tag.

 

[bigmanbigtruck]

a J-57. looks like a time capsule. it has the old reproduced by tag.

I think the shorter length will look good on me compared to a j-100 which seem to be made for tall and lanky bois.

bought it with no measurements so definitely has the chance to backfire but other old listings in this size that I was able to scrounge up seem like they should fit.
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I’m 6’1”. Don’t have the makings of a varsity athlete, but wouldn’t call myself lanky either. J100 fits fine imo

 

[cbez]

I’m 6’1”. Don’t have the makings of a varsity athlete, but wouldn’t call myself lanky either. J100 fits fine imo

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6'1 is tall in my book. looks good!

 

[Viking752]

Summer time offseason deal. Cockpit USA 40th anniversary HH A-2 heading my way. View attachment 628659 View attachment 628660 View attachment 628661

Unfortunately a catch and release. Received and resold in same day.

 

[bigmanbigtruck]

6'1 is tall in my book. looks good!

Thanks, and yes I was just busting your chops on the lanky part lol

 

[bigmanbigtruck]

Not mine, but probably someone from here got another gem from Stu/LW - Star Glove. Clearly related to the Trojan Night Rider, but has enough design elements to set it apart.

 

[JMax]

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Not mine, but probably someone from here got another gem from Stu/LW - Star Glove. Clearly related to the Trojan Night Rider, but has enough design elements to set it apart.

Awesome. Beautiful. Amazing. But the Trojan imo is still the way. I do like the cuffs on this.

Btw- Change your handle to PIES or something— “Strength, Image, Exclusivity, Presence”. Nice man!!

 

[cbez]

LGB came today. Pretty neat. By far the plushest horsehide I've ever handled, comparable to lamb. I guess it's all in the tanning.

Construction isn't terrible besides some haphazard stitching. Definitely not on the level of the top tier Japanese brands.

 

[bigmanbigtruck]

Awesome. Beautiful. Amazing. But the Trojan imo is still the way. I do like the cuffs on this.

I agree, the Trojan just has more panache.

Btw- Change your handle to PIES or something— “Strength, Image, Exclusivity, Presence”. Nice man!!

Haha, may consider it - hope people won't take the metaphor further...

 

[Bfd70]

RW B6 from @58panheadfan is crossing the pond heading to the midwest.

 

[AHP91]

This jacket arrived today. Looks pretty unique; very lightweight. Condition is quite good for a nearly 100 year old jacket. Was told someone has a picture of a pilot wearing this in the early 1930s that I might receive.

 

[Observe]

This jacket arrived today. Looks pretty unique; very lightweight. Condition is quite good for a nearly 100 year old jacket. Was told someone has a picture of a pilot wearing this in the early 1930s that I might receive.

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Cool jacket and very good condition for 100 years old. I have to say that the pores on pigskin are somewhat unpleasant looking to me, lol.

 

[cbez]

Trypophobia

 

[Bfd70]

^ well i just learned something new. Done for the day now.

 

[moktabe]

Ok, not an old jacket but this arrived today

Aero Leather AN-J-4 with the leather trim being Dark Seal Jerky.

As ever, Aero have my fit well and truly nailed!....back length is 1.5" shorter than standard and waist is reduced by 2".

 

[Will Zach]

Ok, not an old jacket but this arrived today

Aero Leather AN-J-4 with the leather trim being Dark Seal Jerky.

As ever, Aero have my fit well and truly nailed!....back length is 1.5" shorter than standard and waist is reduced by 2".

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Looks great - not bulky for a warm jacket.

 

[Canuck Panda]

Ok, not an old jacket but this arrived today

Aero Leather AN-J-4 with the leather trim being Dark Seal Jerky.

As ever, Aero have my fit well and truly nailed!....back length is 1.5" shorter than standard and waist is reduced by 2".

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Looks great. I've got one of these in the works too. I was quite satisfied with the quality of skins Aero uses so went back for a USN version.

 

[cbez]

J-57 came. Impressed with the pattern as it fits comfortably and has a lot of arm mobility for a relatively 'basic' racing shirt type pattern. Also doesn't do the huge back tent like J-100s do at times. It's definitely one of those barely covering your belt fits.

I do feel a little conflicted that's it's relatively lightweight (maybe medium weight?) but 'supposed' to be a motorcycle jacket. Were the original Bucos lighter weight as well?

 

[cbez]

Hanging in the shower after some bick 4

 

[cbez]

also weirdly, most comparable leather in terms of texture/finish is actually lost worlds.