lucky23
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Wow, that was a helluva jacket! Looked like it fit you perfectly. What possessed you to sell it?
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Lets see those Motorcycle Jackets!
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Gamma68
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It was a heckuva jacket. And it sat here in the classifieds forever.
I’m just like many of the members here who buy and sell to make room for new acquisitions. I’ve got so many now (and yet another one coming in) I might have to institute a “one-in, two-out” rule.
Bennarion
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D pocket 1960
Gamma68
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Like the jacket I once had, your Sears was made by Ralph Edwards Sportswear. The WPL number on the tag confirms this.
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Gamma68,thanks for the info! I didn't know that.
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Gamma68,year of manufacture can be found?
Gamma68
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Not as specific but that Sears “Leather Shop” label is generally seen as 1970s. The earlier Sears labels are the “Oakbrook.”
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Oh, sure - I don't mean to over-generalise. (Interestingly, when it comes to stereotypes, I've seen a lot of online posts from guys in MCs like the Hells Angels who are full on ATGATT, so...!)
I've always suspected that sooner or later full open face will be outlawed here on the UK, given that the chin is statistically the most likely spot on the helmet to have an impact in an accident. I'm quite a fan of the likes of a Motocross helmet or the Biltwell Gringo as a 'best of both worlds' option. Long as a wasp doesn't fly in there.....
Almost identical to the only cafe racer I ever owned, right down to that yolk shape on the front, the pockets, and the B6 style adjustment zip at the sides. Sole difference is mine was black - and the label gave a 'Route 66' brand. Mine even had a zip-out liner - in quilted nylon. It was my second type of leather jacket after a Perfecto style and a cheapo-take on something Highwaymanish; bought it back in 2002 after the Highwaymanish lining wore out and the pocket zip broke (would have cost more to replace than repair both). As I recall it was also labelled Made in USA.... I removed a HOG patch and wore it a lot as a 'toned-down' jacket for the office, a Perfecto being a bit 'statement' for work. After awhile I decided it wasn't really me, and sold it on. I think the main thing was I just didn't really like the mandarin collar, at least not with a collared shirt, which it what I was wearing for the office. Ironically, I'd probably consider something like an Aero Boardracer again nowadays, but I'm long past the point of 'one black leather jacket P type for casual, and one black, plainer leather jacket for occasional wearing to work'.....
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Oh, sure - I don't mean to over-generalise. (Interestingly, when it comes to stereotypes, I've seen a lot of online posts from guys in MCs like the Hells Angels who are full on ATGATT, so...!)
I've always suspected that sooner or later full open face will be outlawed here on the UK, given that the chin is statistically the most likely spot on the helmet to have an impact in an accident. I'm quite a fan of the likes of a Motocross helmet or the Biltwell Gringo as a 'best of both worlds' option. Long as a wasp doesn't fly in there.....
The thing that scares me is when I see young lads bombing around on their scooters in full-face helmets, but just in tracksuit bottoms and a hoodie. I wouldn't want to come off at even 30mph in just a tracksuit.
Not even any gloves, which would be a total no brainer for me. It puts the willies right up me to see anyone riding without gloves. Their choice, obv, but it turns my stomach.
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Real 1950s Buco jacket, fake Buco helmet, real/fake bobber!(Cross post w/ what jacket are you wearing today.)
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THere's nobody can touhc Triumph fora production bike aesthetic!
Yip. See it a lot here in London. Folks riding with no protective gear whatever on a scooter when they'd never dream of it on a bike. Sure, if you go down, you're less likely to be trapped under a two-wheeler with a step-through frame, but otherwise, taking a spill at 30 will be the same no matter what. Maybe somebody should start a road safety campaign aimed specifically at scooterists?
Yip. See it a lot here in London. Folks riding with no protective gear whatever on a scooter when they'd never dream of it on a bike. Sure, if you go down, you're less likely to be trapped under a two-wheeler with a step-through frame, but otherwise, taking a spill at 30 will be the same no matter what. Maybe somebody should start a road safety campaign aimed specifically at scooterists?
Just purchased a vintage Schott 618! My first real leather jacket after deciding to upgrade from my H&M faux leather. I love it, but the length seems so short! What are your thoughts regarding the fit of the jacket? Seems like there's some experience in here, would love your input!
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Just purchased a vintage Schott 618! My first real leather jacket after deciding to upgrade from my H&M faux leather. I love it, but the length seems so short! What are your thoughts regarding the fit of the jacket? Seems like there's some experience in here, would love your input!
Congratulations on your purchase. It's hard to tell if it's too short because your shirt is untucked and we can't see where the jacket falls on your belt line.
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Just purchased a vintage Schott 618! My first real leather jacket after deciding to upgrade from my H&M faux leather. I love it, but the length seems so short! What are your thoughts regarding the fit of the jacket? Seems like there's some experience in here, would love your input!
As far as I am concerned, fits you perfectly. Man, I wish any cross zip'd look this good on me...
Thank you!
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I think the fit looks good. Maybe try a pair of jeans with a higher rise.Thank you! Here's a picture of it zipped, shirt tucked...
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Thank you! Here's a picture of it zipped, shirt tucked...
Length is good. Your jeans are low I think but the jacket looks to be the right size so it's all good.
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Thank you! Here's a picture of it zipped, shirt tucked...
That's the typical Schott cut; they are a shorter jacket by design. Modern, low-waisted trousers make them seem shorter, sometimes, that the standard 25" or so back length... You can find some jackets in this style that are cut longer to meet a low trouser waist, but imo that tends to make the proportions of the jacket design look all wrong. Try a pair of something like these - http://www.sofmilitary.co.uk/usn-red-selvage-denim-jeans-1930s-us-navy-deck-jeans-product,19089 with the jacket...
