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

[El Marro]

Lookin’ good!
You might want to get a container of the Pecards oil and a sponge or paint brush. Using the paste would be seriously time consuming if you’re going to do it often.

That’s a great suggestion, I was not looking forward to going through that ordeal again soon so I will look into this.

 

[handymike]

Remember to leave it out in the sun while it’s still got that oily topcoat

Just like when we were kids with the baby oil...that’s the “precious tanning time.”

 

[navetsea]

It looks better on that lighting but you lost that running start fade that you wanted lol Hope you get it soon.

Thanks!! it is still a vegtan natural core, with single layer patting bun application with pigment and unvarnished/ uncoated , still my best chance to fade it. in stronger lighting I can see some uneven ness, but nothing blue and purple like rotting squid the guy photographed it the day before.

 

[navetsea]

Lookin’ good!
You might want to get a container of the Pecards oil and a sponge or paint brush. Using the paste would be seriously time consuming if you’re going to do it often.

or butter knife

 

[navetsea]

I received my new larger unfinished HH jacket from IH yesterday. Here are a couple shots of it right out of the box:
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I threw a coat of Pecards on the jacket right after taking these photos. It darkened up quite a bit, almost to a caramel color in some places, but as the conditioner absorbed into the jacket it lightened back up.
Here’s a shot of the jacket post treatment:
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This jacket feels nice and substantial and the smell is simply intoxicating. I’m really looking forward to breaking this one in.

amazing if you realize you start with light jacket with darker stitching, then at some point you have tan jacket with tonal stitching, and some time later you end up with brown jacket with light stitching.

 

[El Marro]

amazing if you realize you start with light jacket with darker stitching, then at some point you have tan jacket with tonal stitching, and some time later you end up with brown jacket with light stitching.

That’s an interesting point. I think you’re right that the stitching will always contrast in one way or another from the jacket as the natural leather darkens with age.

 

[AbbaDatDeHat]

I received my new larger unfinished HH jacket from IH yesterday. Here are a couple shots of it right out of the box:
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I threw a coat of Pecards on the jacket right after taking these photos. It darkened up quite a bit, almost to a caramel color in some places, but as the conditioner absorbed into the jacket it lightened back up.
Here’s a shot of the jacket post treatment:
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This jacket feels nice and substantial and the smell is simply intoxicating. I’m really looking forward to breaking this one in.

Super stellar El.
You will be a good one to put it through the evolution most won’t endeavor.
B

 

[MrProper]

Thank you!
Mine is not quite as cool as yours but I would say it is a close second.

Too friendly lol
The two are so similar that they could be fraternal twins
I am curious to see how the treatment affects aging.
I'm too lazy to do that and leave it to time.

 

[El Marro]

Super stellar El.
You will be a good one to put it through the evolution most won’t endeavor.
B

Thanks Bowen!
I’m sure going to give it a try, I know that there will be a big pay off if I do.

Too friendly lol
The two are so similar that they could be fraternal twins
I am curious to see how the treatment affects aging.
I'm too lazy to do that and leave it to time.

Yes, I’m curious myself as to whether the Pecards treatment will ultimately slow or hasten the evolution of the jacket. It certainly darkened it up a little bit but I think it also offers some protection against marks and stains that would occur on an untreated jacket.

 

[GHT]

How I love trenchcoats, but I could never buy something that remotely resembles the black trenchcoat that's synonymous with The Gestapo. This example looks nothing like that:

But instead of just making a bid on the auction site, I dithered, to the point that when I finally made up my mind, it was too late. Rats!

 

[Yamahana]

It’s still on Etsy

https://etsy.me/3yNpYfv

 

[Yamahana]

How I love trenchcoats, but I could never buy something that remotely resembles the black trenchcoat that's synonymous with The Gestapo. This example looks nothing like that:
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But instead of just making a bid on the auction site, I dithered, to the point that when I finally made up my mind, it was too late. Rats!

It’s still listed here on Etsy

https://etsy.me/3yNpYfv

 

[roadking04]

Well, not a jacket, but some new gloves. I took advantage of the Vanson sale this weekend and ordered some new "x-ray" gloves. My rottweiler chewed my other ones up. I originally ordered the x-ray ones with the gauntlets. Once I tried them on, I could not zip up the glove OVER my jacket, not even close. I returned the gauntlet style and got the "roper" style. The roper style was just OK. They tend to let some wind in when riding. My rott took care of those and I figured I would give the gauntlet style another try. Worse comes to worse, I would just ride without zipping the zippers.

Any of you guys ride with Vanson gloves? Just curious about your thoughts? I kinda wish they had some "lined" gloves for temps under 50 degrees.

On a side note: I talked with Kim from Vanson. I asked her about their current leather choices. She said they have the comp. and z leather, but no x. I told her my last model E seemed a little "rubbery", and I asked if they were still looking for a tannery to source their comp weight leather. She said that leather is getting harder to find, tanneries are closing for good and no new ones are opening up. It sounded to me like they are going to roll with their current comp weight leather. I wish they would give Horween a call.

I also ordered some of their leather conditioner. It claims to be all natural, no silicone. Very interesting: Vanson recommends conditioning brand NEW leather. They also recommend treating your leather 3 times a year.

 

[tmitchell59]

Two Basket Cases incoming; parts, pieces, zippers, leather, labels.

 

[Pandemic]

I placed my LL order at the start of the month. When I asked about how long it will take, I was told that this is their busy season and quoted production time is 10-12 weeks. I’m used to waiting for custom jackets by now, so that’s not a problem.

Thirteen days later, it just shipped my way!

Now I know why they call it the Lightning!

 

[Marc mndt]

I placed my LL order at the start of the month. When I asked about how long it will take, I was told that this is their busy season and quoted production time is 10-12 weeks. I’m used to waiting for custom jackets by now, so that’s not a problem.

Thirteen days later, it just shipped my way!

Now I know why they call it the Lightning!

Dang that's fast. Record time. I can't wait to read your review.

 

[Tom71]

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I placed my LL order at the start of the month. When I asked about how long it will take, I was told that this is their busy season and quoted production time is 10-12 weeks. I’m used to waiting for custom jackets by now, so that’s not a problem.

Thirteen days later, it just shipped my way!

Now I know why they call it the Lightning!

Same here. Order placed July 30, shipped today. Just got the news. Much quicker than expected...

 

[RL204]

Y2 jacket arrived in both a 42 and a 44. I think I’ll be keeping the 42. The 42 is a little snug in the elbows when bending my arms. It also gets a little tight across the back when I move my shoulders forward. Both those issues should relax with wear. I wouldn’t want the sleeves to be any shorter as they’re almost too short but manageable. Some quick pics. Collar is still up as I haven’t decided 100% which to keep and will debate for the next few hours before returning one.

size 42


Size 44

 

[Mrfrown]

Y2 jacket arrived in both a 42 and a 44. I think I’ll be keeping the 42. The 42 is a little snug in the elbows when bending my arms. It also gets a little tight across the back when I move my shoulders forward. Both those issues should relax with wear. I wouldn’t want the sleeves to be any shorter as they’re almost too short but manageable. Some quick pics. Collar is still up as I haven’t decided 100% which to keep and will debate for the next few hours before returning one.

size 42
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Size 44

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This the new persimmon dyed one?

42 does LOOK better to me too in these pics as long as you feel like you can wear it.

 

[MrProper]

Y2 jacket arrived in both a 42 and a 44. I think I’ll be keeping the 42. The 42 is a little snug in the elbows when bending my arms. It also gets a little tight across the back when I move my shoulders forward. Both those issues should relax with wear. I wouldn’t want the sleeves to be any shorter as they’re almost too short but manageable. Some quick pics. Collar is still up as I haven’t decided 100% which to keep and will debate for the next few hours before returning one.

size 42
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Size 44

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