New Johnson Leathers custom half belt headed my way this week

[ForestForTheTrees]

If I can ask, what is your height vs the jacket length?

We based sizing and modifications off of the test fit jacket, I don't know the dimensions but can measure after the jacket arrives.

 

[nick123]

We based sizing and modifications off of the test fit jacket, I don't know the dimensions but can measure after the jacket arrives.

No need to. Hope you enjoy the jacket

 

[feltfan]

Did it ever arrive?

 

[ForestForTheTrees]

Did it ever arrive?

Yes, it did. It's been getting lots of use this winter.

 

[feltfan]

Very nice.

 

[regius]

How's Johnson Leather's capability to make exact replicas of model jackets? I once sent a Jack Bauer jacket to Alexander and asked to make an EXACT replica, they added their stuff and say they think that's better!! I want JL to replicate a vintage jacket for me, do you think Alan will do it?

 

[Seb Lucas]

Ask him.

 

[ForestForTheTrees]

Ask him.

+1

You would be hard pressed to find a better person to work with. It couldn't hurt to give Alan a call.

 

[technovox]

That is one beautiful jacket. Congratulations! I love Johnson Leather's custom work, and Alan is wonderful to work with.

So what is the weight on the Horween Horsehide that you used on your jacket?

(I currently have a M200J jacket on order from Johnson Leathers and I'm hoping to source some Shinki horsehide in a mid-weight dark seal. If that doesn't work, the Tannery row option sounds promising.)

 

[Jack Burton]

That is one beautiful jacket. Congratulations! I love Johnson Leather's custom work, and Alan is wonderful to work with.

So what is the weight on the Horween Horsehide that you used on your jacket?

(I currently have a M200J jacket on order from Johnson Leathers and I'm hoping to source some Shinki horsehide in a mid-weight dark seal. If that doesn't work, the Tannery row option sounds promising.)

Techno, you're getting another M200J?

 

[technovox]

Techno, you're getting another M200J?

Yes (sheepishly.) The last one in the Horween overdyed CXL was way too heavy and thick for the weather in this area (today in SF it was actually 75 degrees out.) At 4 ounces it felt like wearing armor. But I love the Johnson M-200J fit and style, so I'm giving it another go in a mid-weight horsehide to get it right. The pursuit of the perfect leather jacket is hopelessly addicting...

 

[nick123]

For anyone who likes the Horween overdye, they now carry it in a thinner 3oz(ish) variation that might work better for warmer climates.

 

[ForestForTheTrees]

That is one beautiful jacket. Congratulations! I love Johnson Leather's custom work, and Alan is wonderful to work with.

So what is the weight on the Horween Horsehide that you used on your jacket?

Thanks, it's proven to be a great jacket.

I went with the 3 oz. hide. The details are outlined in this thread.

 

[ForestForTheTrees]

For anyone who likes the Horween overdye, they now carry it in a thinner 3oz(ish) variation that might work better for warmer climates.

Awesome option. For that matter, I think that they can now take most any hide and have it shaved down to the desired thickness.

 

[sshack]

Yes (sheepishly.) The last one in the Horween overdyed CXL was way too heavy and thick for the weather in this area (today in SF it was actually 75 degrees out.) At 4 ounces it felt like wearing armor. But I love the Johnson M-200J fit and style, so I'm giving it another go in a mid-weight horsehide to get it right. The pursuit of the perfect leather jacket is hopelessly addicting...

Cool! Can you give details on the midweight horesehide? where are you sourcing it?

 

[Jack Burton]

Yes (sheepishly.) The last one in the Horween overdyed CXL was way too heavy and thick for the weather in this area (today in SF it was actually 75 degrees out.) At 4 ounces it felt like wearing armor. But I love the Johnson M-200J fit and style, so I'm giving it another go in a mid-weight horsehide to get it right. The pursuit of the perfect leather jacket is hopelessly addicting...

Lol, you're the one who got me into this mess. Just kidding, mine is finally starting to break in and is perfect for the winters here. Anything over 50 deg F though and this jacket would be too warm. The CXL overdye is heavy but I've gotten used to it and it blocks the wind very well. Keep us updated on your new order, JL kicks ass.

 

[technovox]

Lol, you're the one who got me into this mess. Just kidding, mine is finally starting to break in and is perfect for the winters here. Anything over 50 deg F though and this jacket would be too warm. The CXL overdye is heavy but I've gotten used to it and it blocks the wind very well. Keep us updated on your new order, JL kicks ass.

Will do. Just wish this leather jacket learning curve wasn't so darn expensive!