New-to-me Langlitz jacket

[Guppy]

Right now there's a seller on eBay who has several Langlitz Columbia police jackets with cossack collars. I picked up the one that had the measurements that fit me best, and it arrived today.

I had plans to go for a ride after work, so when I got home and found the jacket had arrived, I threw it on over my t-shirt and headed out. First thing I noticed was that the fit was spot on. I'm glad I picked it up. I always have my doubts about the accuracy of sellers measurements, but in this case I got a great fitting jacket. Mine was made in 2001, according to the writing in the inside pocket. It looks to have been barely worn before I took ownership.

After dark it got down to 60F, and I found the jacket kept me warm at 75mph, even though I didn't have any layers underneath. I was very impressed with the thinsulate lining, it is a very warm jacket. The leather is also a bit thicker than my other Columbia, which I like, although my other Columbia is no slouch.

The only downside to the jacket is the police badge holder -- I forget what they're called. I'm not sure what to do with it. It's not a big issue, as I bought the jacket primarily for function, not looks. But I'd rather have a pocket in that location. It's not really a big deal, though.

If you're thinking about getting one, and haven't yet, do so.

I'll have to post some pictures tomorrow.

 

[Bunyip]

Nice one mate! Looking forward to seeing the pictures. Stay upright.

 

[Guppy]

Ok it turns out that it's really hard to take a decent cell phone selfie that shows the jacket well. This is the best I can do wearing it until I can get some assistance.

 

[jacketjunkie]

Well, you tried, so thank you for that. Leather looks nice and judging from the sleeves, fairly thick for a Langlitz, which is a plus. It's hard to comment on the fit from these pictures but much more important than us seeing the fit, is that you are happy with it and with the jacket which I hope you are!

 

[Bunyip]

Great stuff. I had a look at the same guys stuff. I need one size bigger than he has. Great pick up.

 

[Guppy]

About the leather thickness -- it's hard to assess because the non-removable thinsulate lining adds bulk through the body and sleeves, giving it a padded feeling -- but judging from how the collar and cuffs feel, it is a bit heavier weight than my other Columbia. I assume Langlitz must use a bit heavier stuff when doing police jackets, or maybe just this batch.