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

[Berto]

 

[jonbuilder]

Ralphs Pugh headed back to San Francisco Bay Peninsula were it started life over 70 years ago

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Those concerned about shipping from the UK to the US check this out
UPS tracking #1Z61E56R0495451180

• Dec 11, 2020
• 1:28pm

• Import Scan
• Louisville, KY

• Dec 11, 2020
• 11:12am

• Departed from Facility
• Philadelphia, PA

• Dec 11, 2020
• 6:28am

• Arrived at Facility
• Philadelphia, PA

• Dec 11, 2020
• 3:42am

• Departed from Facility
• Castle Donington

Edit what is missing the jacket was received by the carrier in the UK Dec 11

customs cleared with no word or bill I have paid one custom bill in my life and it was for an Aero jacket shipped by Aero 20 some dollars

 

[Will Zach]

^^
Yeah, happened to me once, got a jacket from UK to US this year with UPS in under 24 hours door to door...

 

[Psant25]

Wild all aero jackets i have paid 100 some dollars to DHL for customs fees. Direct aero to my door in US

 

[oneterrifichog]

I have this Schott Per 2 on the way in from Johnson Leathers. The jacket is super thick steerhide and very comfortable in an XL which will allow for layered riding. The sleeves were unfortunately way too long at 27.5" and I normally go for 25" so even though it was not a problem on the bike they still looked "wadded up" even when riding. I contacted Damon who was extremely helpful making sure to taper the sleeves down so the bottom of the sleeve was similar to the opening at 27.5". He also replaced the piece of Tin buckle with a solid brass buckle. Now I realize Schott is not anywhere close to LW or Aero but I think this is going to work out well because the jacket doesn't ride up and is not so tight around the waist so comfort leads to a better riding experience; at least for me it does.

Damon made the first 2 shots here before shipping it out today. Personally I think JL did a damn good job of shortening these sleeves and the buckle looks a lot better than the original Schott buckle.

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Here's a shot on the bike and not a good photo but one can get a good idea of how the sleeves bunched up.

Well this came in a couple of weeks back and even though it's not a high end Schott but the idea is perfect for comfortable riding. I have gone riding a few days over the last few weeks and it really feels good. The leather is thick and wind proof so not so bad. Photos are crap as the wife is out of town and could not help.

 

[JCSD]

Himel Avro I ordered is done, just waiting for shipping confirmation. Can't wait!

That looks so good.

 

[dannyk]

I had a bad U.K. to US customs experience. Which was totally my friend and mys own faults ha. I ordered some liquor from a U.K. store which can’t be shipped here, so I had it shipped to him. He then tried to sneak it through and it did not make it. It now sits on a shelf at his house in case I ever make it to visit.

 

[Jin431]

I had a bad U.K. to US customs experience. Which was totally my friend and mys own faults ha. I ordered some liquor from a U.K. store which can’t be shipped here, so I had it shipped to him. He then tried to sneak it through and it did not make it. It now sits on a shelf at his house in case I ever make it to visit.

Won't it taste the sweeter once you finally get a chance to finally enjoy it lol

 

[Monitor]

Well this came in a couple of weeks back and even though it's not a high end Schott but the idea is perfect for comfortable riding. I have gone riding a few days over the last few weeks and it really feels good. The leather is thick and wind proof so not so bad. Photos are crap as the wife is out of town and could not help.

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Looks really good! Fits you just right and I can tell the gussets make it a comfortable jacket. Schott PER2 is a higher end jacket, definitely above the 618/613 stuff.

 

[torfjord]

After a couple of emails back and forth I will soon have a version of this jacket moving into production with 5* in seal goat. Antique brass snap buttons and tan thread.

 

[Berto]

Guys, what do you think about this jacket?.

Perhaps seems a little bit weird at a first glance but I think it's a masterpiece without similar competitors (leather + shearling + nylon) out there.

Details
Masculine flight model in a blend of fabrics: The down blouson 'Cockpit' is a jacket with character that has been made by biker label BELSTAFF in soft shearling in a vintage design, waxed microfibre and grained calf leather – style with cargo trousers and boots for a really cool look.

• Waxed microfibre
• Sleeves made of soft lambskin in a used look
• Warm down lining
• Slim fit
• Robust two-way zip
• Turn-down collar with shearling trim
• Undercollar with pin buckle
• Zip pocket on the upper sleeve with BELSTAFF logo
• Front pockets with flap in grained calf leather
• Comfortable ribbed bands
• Lining made of shearling and microfibre

 

[Downunder G Man]

"Yeah but Nah" as the young 'uns say these days....

 

[Monitor]

Guys, what do you think about this jacket?.

Perhaps seems a little bit weird at a first glance but I think it's a masterpiece without similar competitors (leather + shearling + nylon) out there.

Details
Masculine flight model in a blend of fabrics: The down blouson 'Cockpit' is a jacket with character that has been made by biker label BELSTAFF in soft shearling in a vintage design, waxed microfibre and grained calf leather – style with cargo trousers and boots for a really cool look.

• Waxed microfibre
• Sleeves made of soft lambskin in a used look
• Warm down lining
• Slim fit
• Robust two-way zip
• Turn-down collar with shearling trim
• Undercollar with pin buckle
• Zip pocket on the upper sleeve with BELSTAFF logo
• Front pockets with flap in grained calf leather
• Comfortable ribbed bands
• Lining made of shearling and microfibre

I like it a lot. Looks great & must be warm. Would buy.

 

[Berto]

I like it a lot. Looks great & must be warm. Would buy.

Do you know if/when Belstaff makes sales on its website?

 

[Monitor]

Do you know if/when Belstaff makes sales on its website?

Absolutely no idea. Belstaff is way out of my price range. I only look at the pretty pics.

 

[Tom71]

Do you know if/when Belstaff makes sales on its website?

They do, and they sometimes have discounts of up to 50%. Best bet is to sign up to their newsletter.

A strictly personal remark: Belstaff made great jackets when they were British owned. After the sale, they continued to make ok stuff, but gradually they added more fashion-oriented styles and compromised on quality. Especially their cow leather is not really worth the money any more.
Only my opinion, of course and based to some extent on the fact that you can get a new Aero for a little more than half the price of a Belstaff.

 

[indigoeagle]

First impression was, that I didn't like it-too much a fashion jacket.
But on second and third looks I started to like. An interesting fusion of a down vest and a leather jacket, whose combination is difficult to pull off.
It's a nice aesthetique with the waxed nylon (micro fibre) and the reasonably aged lambskin.
Not bad.

 

[JMax]

Guys, what do you think about this jacket?.

Perhaps seems a little bit weird at a first glance but I think it's a masterpiece without similar competitors (leather + shearling + nylon) out there.

Details
Masculine flight model in a blend of fabrics: The down blouson 'Cockpit' is a jacket with character that has been made by biker label BELSTAFF in soft shearling in a vintage design, waxed microfibre and grained calf leather – style with cargo trousers and boots for a really cool look.

• Waxed microfibre
• Sleeves made of soft lambskin in a used look
• Warm down lining
• Slim fit
• Robust two-way zip
• Turn-down collar with shearling trim
• Undercollar with pin buckle
• Zip pocket on the upper sleeve with BELSTAFF logo
• Front pockets with flap in grained calf leather
• Comfortable ribbed bands
• Lining made of shearling and microfibre

I like it, but would prefer to put a vest over, or under, a leather jacket. More options.

 

[Berto]

They do, and they sometimes have discounts of up to 50%. Best bet is to sign up to their newsletter.

A strictly personal remark: Belstaff made great jackets when they were British owned. After the sale, they continued to make ok stuff, but gradually they added more fashion-oriented styles and compromised on quality. Especially their cow leather is not really worth the money any more.
Only my opinion, of course and based to some extent on the fact that you can get a new Aero for a little more than half the price of a Belstaff.

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Fully agree with you that Belstaff cow leather is way ovepriced.

I like Belstaff in terms of his innovation with current designs.

In case of a full leather jacket, there are other better options much cheaper (Aero, SB, ...)

 

[Berto]

First impression was, that I didn't like it-too much a fashion jacket.
But on second and third looks I started to like. An interesting fusion of a down vest and a leather jacket, whose combination is difficult to pull off.
It's a nice aesthetique with the waxed nylon (micro fibre) and the reasonably aged lambskin.
Not bad.

Yeah, fusion quite interesting and indeed not usual to see out there.

I pulled the trigger. Let's see the fit in just 3-5 days, fingers crossed.

Belstaff returns policy is spot on