Lost Worlds Buco Rider has arrived

[arkadijs]

[QUOTE = "arkadijs, post: 2303516, участник: 39174"] Когда я заказал пригородную куртку, я тоже столкнулся с дилеммой, какую кожу выбрать? У меня уже я был
летняя куртка Rider весом 4 унции (кожаная куртка только в то время не было также опыта и знаний). Я консультировался со Стюартом. Он сказал 3,5 унции. очень тяжелый и лучший компромисс между весом и комфортом. Действительно, по моему субъективному мнению, если не для езды на мотоцикле - 3,5 унции - этого вполне достаточно! [/ QUOTE]

 

[SFGII]

If it's beyond 7lbs, I think what you got is 4oz or plus. I suspect somehow he forgot to shave his original 4.5 HH to your spec, it's possible.

How can I tell for sure?

 

[sweetfights]

I have had LW jackets 3oz-4oz plus. Your jacket is 4oz at least. I can tell from the photos and how the leather folds. Also the thickness is evident.

 

[Hammerklavier]

I think it's rather simple in my experience, a typical 3oz HH jacket is around 5 lbs (4.5-5.5) like Aero, Schott. and the Suburban I have is 3.5-4oz which is 6.3lbs, the test I have is 7.4 lbs which he claim is 4oz +HH, and I especially asked him to use heavist HH to make j23, turns out 8.2 lbs, therefore your jacket is definitely 4.5 oz.

 

[Guppy]

Don't worry about the weight; wear it, and wear it some more.

 

[nick123]

That is one stiff mama.

 

[TREEMAN]

I think it's rather simple in my experience, a typical 3oz HH jacket is around 5 lbs (4.5-5.5) like Aero, Schott. and the Suburban I have is 3.5-4oz which is 6.3lbs, the test I have is 7.4 lbs which he claim is 4oz +HH, and I especially asked him to use heavist HH to make j23, turns out 8.2 lbs, therefore your jacket is definitely 4.5 oz.

Aero is much heavier than Schott..............

 

[SFGII]

One week later, its beginning to soften. I really, really like wearing this jacket.

 

[ton312]

One week later, its beginning to soften. I really, really like wearing this jacket.

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That's just a great jacket. I had a similar d pocket CR. It's a great design. That chest level d pocket is a fantastic, beautiful and functional design element. You wear it very well man!

 

[Hammerklavier]

Looking terrific!!

 

[SFGII]

Update on the hide used to build the beast. I sent an email expressing my appreciation for his work and suggesting perhaps he had forgotten to reduce the standard weight hide to 3.5 oz and as usual Stu replied promptly. After thanks for the kind words about his work he went on to state that he did use 3.5 oz HH. The added weight is a result of the crown zips and the bulk is from the canvas drill interlining used for wind resistance and warmth. Ah, I get it now, makes sense. His attention to detail is remarkable. I have and do still own many handmade and bespoke garments from hats to suits to leathers. None have given me the satisfaction of wearing this jacket. My Monticristi hats come close though, and I do love my suits although due to a lifestyle shift I seldom wear them much anymore.

I love this thing and it continues to get better day by day. I slept in it last night with just a t shirt underneath. It served to confirm my wife's opinion that I'm loco, lol.

I will be ordering a LW Downtown in 3-3.5 oz black HH in the near future.

 

[sweetfights]

Stu is great to deal with based on all my interactions with him
Enjoy that awesome amazing jacket!

 

[high-maintenance]

Great jacket! The fit is impeccable.

Quick question.

1)How long did it take for a jacket to arrive? (production time)
2)Is LW true to the size? (maybe compared to Aero cafe racer or Langlitz?)

Thank you so much! and again, I really enjoyed your review!

 

[SFGII]

Great jacket! The fit is impeccable.

Quick question.

1)How long did it take for a jacket to arrive? (production time)
2)Is LW true to the size? (maybe compared to Aero cafe racer or Langlitz?)

Thank you so much! and again, I really enjoyed your review!

It took about 7 weeks from time of order to arrive. I asked Stuart about current lead time on a Downtown and he stated 6-7 weeks.

I find it remarkable that the fit is so good given the limited information he requested. Height, weight chest size. What he recommended is a 44R. OTR size with no modifications.

I had a Langlitz years ago which I was fitted for and it didn't fit nearly as well. I eventually sold it because of poor fit. After experiencing both Langlitz and LW I am of the opinion that with regard to fit and execution they are not even in the same league. LW craftsmanship is elevated to the level of art.

 

[high-maintenance]

View attachment 88253 It took about 7 weeks from time of order to arrive. I asked Stuart about current lead time on a Downtown and he stated 6-7 weeks.

I find it remarkable that the fit is so good given the limited information he requested. Height, weight chest size. What he recommended is a 44R. OTR size with no modifications.

I had a Langlitz years ago which I was fitted for and it didn't fit nearly as well. I eventually sold it because of poor fit. After experiencing both Langlitz and LW I am of the opinion that with regard to fit and execution they are not even in the same league. LW craftsmanship is elevated to the level of art.

Thanks for the detailed info!

I can see what you mean. Your photo looks just impeccable. The jacket looks almost like a bespoke jacket.

An heirloom for sure.

Cheers!

 

[SFGII]

It's been a little over a month. I've worked at breaking this thing in. Slept in it twice, kneaded the shit out of it, walked 3 miles in a light rain. It's just beginning to soften up. In a couple years this will be like a second armor skin.

 

[Milesdeathescape]

I have had 6 Lost Worlds jackets- all amazing with the exception of one zipper issue. Jackets will last a lifetime then be passed onto your children's children. Lifetime purchase. Never had a single problem with Stu. Great guy in all my interactions with him.
Superior quality.

Awesome! I have the ANJ-4. It’s amazing. What have you had?


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