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

[jpk_NJ]

Just made a deal for my second attempt at a Sportser that might fit. Assuming it's been unaltered or destroyed by the previous owner.

 

[Viking752]

I found a brown Vanson A-2 and worked out a transaction for it. I have been searching for a brown one for some time now as they just do not pop up very often for sale in my big ass size. Looking forward to getting my grubby paws on this beauty.
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Came in and went out just as fast. it fit great everywhere but at the most important part, sleeves too damn short.

 

[MrProper]

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just arrived

 

[ton312]

just arrived

How is it? Fit pic? What are your thoughts overall? The buttons absolutely must go but it looks well put together.

 

[MrProper]

How is it? Fit pic? What are your thoughts overall? The buttons absolutely must go but it looks well put together.

I'll write a post tonight with some pictures.
But this much in advance... I'm inclined to buy the rough-out version as well ;-)

 

[TLW '90]

Well since the diamond Gusset work jacket I ordered was a bust I went looking online for something else and came up empty.

Anyways long story short if it ain't broke don't fix it so I went on Ebay and found an unissued USN utility jacket to replace my old one .

 

[handymike]

I’m not really certain what I’m doing anymore….but I won this. I’m sure I can blame @ton312 or @torfjord somehow…and I think it would look great with a re-dye.

 

[torfjord]

I’m not really certain what I’m doing anymore….but I won this. I’m sure I can blame @ton312 or @torfjord somehow…and I think it would look great with a re-dye.
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Very cool, especially the back design!

 

[JMax]

Very cool, especially the back design!

You broke HandyMike.


But the back is kinda cool.

 

[cbez]

Johnson leather. Very lightweight. Not sure if it's a thin horsehide split or what. Tag just says 'special leather'. The back grain makes me think of horse.

 

[ton312]

Johnson leather. Very lightweight. Not sure if it's a thin horsehide split or what. Tag just says 'special leather'. The back grain makes me think of horse.
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Stretch marks happen to cows too but either way it’s cool.

 

[Brian_g]

just arrived

Wow, that looks great. Getting close to pulling the trigger on a Vanson Maverick but that jacket is clouding my decision making. Cheers

 

[MrProper]

Wow, that looks great. Getting close to pulling the trigger on a Vanson Maverick but that jacket is clouding my decision making. Cheers

more info: https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/new-forum-member-brand-rugged-west.113663/post-3083005

 

[jeo]

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Just got one of these for a great price on eBay. Size 38. Slightly later version w/original blonde collar. Also have a Sportclad version.

 

[JMax]

Just got one of these for a great price on eBay. Size 38. Slightly later version w/original blonde collar. Also have a Sportclad version.

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Sweet. That collar is perfect. How does it compare to SC? Any subtle differences?

 

[jeo]

Sweet. That collar is perfect. How does it compare to SC? Any subtle differences?

These are both the later non wool liner versions of the Kurland and the Sportclad. There definitely are some subtle differences.


Here’s the Kurland.

Here’s the Sportclad

Kurland epaulets are longer.

Sportclad epaulets are shorter.

The Kurland has snaps and buttons for a mouton collar. See back picture.

The Sportclad does not.

Buckles are the same, inner pocket is the same. Sleeve zips are the same with a double stitch. The horsehide on both of these is super nice.

 

[MrProper]

Two more ordered.
This one, but with a collar also made of roughout and other buttons.

And this one, but in brown.

 

[ton312]

Two more ordered.
This one, but with a collar also made of roughout and other buttons.

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And this one, but in brown.
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So it's safe to say you are onboard with the brand! How would you compare them to 5 Star? I can see that they definately look better but I have found, given the benefit of decent pics, 5 Star can photo better than what it is. If these weren't made in Pakistan I would be all over them. As sad as it is to say I just can't get past that. PTSD I guess. I also think the snaps she used on the Buco should have been used on the trucker, she could have spared the embarassment of those Amazon grade buttons.

 

[MrProper]

So it's safe to say you are onboard with the brand! How would you compare them to 5 Star? I can see that they definately look better but I have found, given the benefit of decent pics, 5 Star can photo better than what it is. If these weren't made in Pakistan I would be all over them. As sad as it is to say I just can't get past that. PTSD I guess. I also think the snaps she used on the Buco should have been used on the trucker, she could have spared the embarassment of those Amazon grade buttons.

I think it's much better than 5*
The leather is thick and even, the sleeves have curves ;-)
The pattern fits me well. I hate to say it, but I think this is currently my most comfortable jacket (not that the others are particularly uncomfortable, but the stiffer leather takes its toll of course)
And no, of course it's not an aero. It may be the initial euphoria, but at the moment the Trucker is my grab and go jacket.

 

[cbez]

Two more ordered.
This one, but with a collar also made of roughout and other buttons.

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And this one, but in brown.
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nice roughout