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And btw, beautiful jacket. I love the collar. And the fit is perfect for a jacket that can actually be used in modern times.
Stop it, Schitz! I am all for shorter jackets, but Cooperson has a different preference as clearly demonstrated by his specs. You are spoiling a great jacket for him.
I will of course post some pics for your valued opinions if any of you feel up for it
Only thing is that they fix everything that was bad before so we oldies walk around with idiotic mistakes and not Aero legends. Like my CafeRacer that I love to death but the collar digs into the back of the neck.
Looking at the jacket again, I agree the collar is nice. But if I were to be as finicky as some I'd say it was a little short at the back and the two inch drop at the front seems a little too pronounced. Maybe it could be a little shorter in front and a little longer at the back.
+ 1Whatever opinions one has on the jacket's length, I think most here agree that this one belongs in the coveted list of "Best Aeros Ever Posted On The Lounge".
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Love the vintage style collar.
Cooperson, you are 5'11, what do you weigh if I may...? I seem to be pretty close to your build and am debating between one of these and the Sheene, I like them both. But, having never had a civvi style before, I am finding it tricky...
Can you post some pics zipped up?
So apart from the collar, how does this differ from a Plainsman?
It's funny, when ordering my 1930's half belt through insurrection I brought up wanting to raise the arm holes and slimming the sleeves a bit, but was basically told it was a bad idea and it would disrupt the design and all the work Aero put into getting the design right. I guess I should've pushed harder for it, because your jacket is boss.
I believe the difference in what he ordered ("25 1/4") and what he received ("closer to 25 3/4") is less than 1/2 inch. I'm curious as to just how much tolerance the manufacturers allow themselves to deviate from what was ordered, and still be "in tolerance," as they must be allowed some degree of "breathing room." Is 7/16 a whole lot? 5/16? 0.187?
Just pretend it's from Lost Worlds. Instead of it being a nuisance you'll feel manly.
I think the front drop is an integral part of the HB look, tbh, otherwise it would be something closer to a HWM.
Well the shorter, standard length jacket arrived today - great service! As with the longer jacket, it looks to be cut from the same batch of stunning dark brown skins and apart from the shorter back length, is identical in every way. How come the specs are identical? well this was cut first to the standard length, in error, so another had to be made to the requested length. Made by a machinist with the initials R.S.M, the stitch work is perfect and the collar is a work of art IMO.
This back length measures 24 1/4" so is 1 1/2" shorter that the first jacket.
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Well here are the fit pics! To be honest, I'm at a bit of a loss as to which to go for as they are both just things of beauty. There are pros and cons with both I suppose. If I had motor bike I'd go for the longer version to cover my back, but for street wear it's nice to be able to put your hands in your pockets, without the front of the jacket being in the way. If only I had the money I'd keep them both, unfortunately my wife is standing over me while I type this :-(
As before, I'd appreciate your thoughts gents this is a tough one!
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It is good to be able to put your hands in your pockets.
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