Thinking about Lost Worlds.. thoughts, experiences?

[red devil]

Love LW’s take on this classic.
Different color, different material….same cool as the originals.
Hard to beat the Pea Coat collar and lapels.
Would love to see the back.
B

 

[red devil]

Just found that I had posted a thread about this one here

Edit: fixed the link

 

[AbbaDatDeHat]

Just found that I had posted a thread about this one here

Edit: fixed the link

Thanks @red devil i recall when you got that.
It’s been anout 3 years, how’s it wearing??
Epic coat!!
B

 

[red devil]

Thanks @red devil i recall when you got that.
It’s been anout 3 years, how’s it wearing??
Epic coat!!
B

Thanks
I haven't worn it exclusively but have taken it on a few trips. It got a bit darker in some places and might have a bit more creases - not sure. I suspect it needs quite a few years to show some serious evolution. Love it though, and the pattern is just fantastic!

 

[Biff42]

This thread was highly informational for me, so thought I'd contribute in here with my experience in '24 now that I ordered and received a new jacket from them. This is not a long-term review of their product, but what the interactions and transactions with the owner have been like.

I inevitably came across LW after browsing TFL and saw all kinds of mixed opinions on it. Tbh, the main negatives I saw were basically around Stuart's attitude and personality - the written content of the website, rudeness and lack of transparency. This was very telling as quality and craftsmanship were hardly brought up as an issue. To me, the content of the website is hilarious and on brand, it evokes feelings of a Lost World. I'd even say there's some truth to it - but if you feel it's too offensive for you, then fair enough.

Granted there were some legitimate grievances and don't want to dismiss them - just talking about the bulk of the negative feedback.

My initial transaction with Stuart was grabbing a used jacket to see what all the fuss was about. I found the communication over email very straightforward, to the point, and pleasant where he needs to be. ("We thank you for your interest in our esteemed...", "Thank you for your patronage") I think a lot of people interpret the conciseness over email to be rude - I don't but that's subjective. Overall, a very easy and smooth transaction. I even email him now with some random questions here and there about his jackets and he responds quickly and even during the weekend - with no pushiness or insistence to buy something from him. I never feel like my questions are ignored or missed.

As many have said, if you want to hear more from him, give him a call. Soon as I mentioned I wanted to get the Appalachian, he just got excited and went into the details of how they developed this model. He talks a good game (and more than backs it up), and you can definitely sense his passion for leather jackets.

In terms of getting the size right, it's straightforward - Height, weight, suit size. But don't take it that the convo must end there. Would say to come prepared - if you're considering purchasing an LW, I doubt it's your first jacket purchase and you potentially know where you may have fit issues. So, if you have any fitting concerns, just bring it right up and let him know. Even better if you have some measurements and can potentially send a fit pic for him to confirm whether he asks for it or not. I even dared to send him a pic of myself in a Shinki jacket and ran for cover before he bombarded me with scraps of 4oz+ Horsehide - an hour later, all I got was "We think 42L is the right size". He certainly was right.

And yes, their creations are not cheap; especially if you need length adjustments and add crown zip(s). But they're not far from what many consider to be the holy grail here - Freewheelers. And when it comes to FW, there is limited supply, no customization, I must settle for a used jacket and baby it. At that point, I'd rather just deal with LW - Stuart responds like no other business I've dealt with and he sticks to his timeline without any incommunicado bs. I got my jacket in about a month's time without any hassle. I see people waiting for over a year with some other shops which to me is ridiculous - understandably, in some cases the orders can get complicated due to sourcing raw materials, nailing a new pattern, etc... and there may be a delay or 2 but still waiting 1+ year for a jacket is nonsensical to me.

Just a fun anecdote, but he responded to me last night and somehow mixed up my first and last name. I didn't really care, it happens sometimes. This morning, he sent me following: "P.S. apology, mistakenly yesterday referred to you by last, not first, name. Unintended."

Anyway it's just my addition to the thread - take it or leave it. I will certainly be ordering from them again.

What LW jacket did you purchase and did you post pics? Sorry if I missed it in the thread.

FWIW, I like the LW website. It's a throwback to 2000

 

[Biff42]

I must admit, the Speed Demon is extremely underwhelming to me. I'm sure it's exceptionally well made, but on a purely aesthetic level, the layout makes it look like a no-name cheapo Perfecto–specifically that extremely high ticket pocket.

That said, as much as I dislike it personally, I actually wonder if it's linked to the one other brand I've seen that on, Branded Garments, which was based very close to Stu in Queens.

The Appalachian, Leathertogs, etc though are just stunning.

I own a Speed Demon I purchased used. I love the HH and fit.That said, I didnt pick up on the suddle design differences like the more seasoned members here do, so it's nice to hear your perspective.

 

[Biff42]

This thread was highly informational for me, so thought I'd contribute in here with my experience in '24 now that I ordered and received a new jacket from them. This is not a long-term review of their product, but what the interactions and transactions with the owner have been like.

I inevitably came across LW after browsing TFL and saw all kinds of mixed opinions on it. Tbh, the main negatives I saw were basically around Stuart's attitude and personality - the written content of the website, rudeness and lack of transparency. This was very telling as quality and craftsmanship were hardly brought up as an issue. To me, the content of the website is hilarious and on brand, it evokes feelings of a Lost World. I'd even say there's some truth to it - but if you feel it's too offensive for you, then fair enough.

Granted there were some legitimate grievances and don't want to dismiss them - just talking about the bulk of the negative feedback.

My initial transaction with Stuart was grabbing a used jacket to see what all the fuss was about. I found the communication over email very straightforward, to the point, and pleasant where he needs to be. ("We thank you for your interest in our esteemed...", "Thank you for your patronage") I think a lot of people interpret the conciseness over email to be rude - I don't but that's subjective. Overall, a very easy and smooth transaction. I even email him now with some random questions here and there about his jackets and he responds quickly and even during the weekend - with no pushiness or insistence to buy something from him. I never feel like my questions are ignored or missed.

As many have said, if you want to hear more from him, give him a call. Soon as I mentioned I wanted to get the Appalachian, he just got excited and went into the details of how they developed this model. He talks a good game (and more than backs it up), and you can definitely sense his passion for leather jackets.

In terms of getting the size right, it's straightforward - Height, weight, suit size. But don't take it that the convo must end there. Would say to come prepared - if you're considering purchasing an LW, I doubt it's your first jacket purchase and you potentially know where you may have fit issues. So, if you have any fitting concerns, just bring it right up and let him know. Even better if you have some measurements and can potentially send a fit pic for him to confirm whether he asks for it or not. I even dared to send him a pic of myself in a Shinki jacket and ran for cover before he bombarded me with scraps of 4oz+ Horsehide - an hour later, all I got was "We think 42L is the right size". He certainly was right.

And yes, their creations are not cheap; especially if you need length adjustments and add crown zip(s). But they're not far from what many consider to be the holy grail here - Freewheelers. And when it comes to FW, there is limited supply, no customization, I must settle for a used jacket and baby it. At that point, I'd rather just deal with LW - Stuart responds like no other business I've dealt with and he sticks to his timeline without any incommunicado bs. I got my jacket in about a month's time without any hassle. I see people waiting for over a year with some other shops which to me is ridiculous - understandably, in some cases the orders can get complicated due to sourcing raw materials, nailing a new pattern, etc... and there may be a delay or 2 but still waiting 1+ year for a jacket is nonsensical to me.

Just a fun anecdote, but he responded to me last night and somehow mixed up my first and last name. I didn't really care, it happens sometimes. This morning, he sent me following: "P.S. apology, mistakenly yesterday referred to you by last, not first, name. Unintended."

Anyway it's just my addition to the thread - take it or leave it. I will certainly be ordering from them again.

Oh yeah Stu would call shinki "social media" leather, LMAO.

 

[bigmanbigtruck]

What LW jacket did you purchase and did you post pics? Sorry if I missed it in the thread.

FWIW, I like the LW website. It's a throwback to 2000

There's a bunch of them scattered around WJAYWT

But I got a couple that I ordered from scratch. Just took some quick pics below - unfortunately haven't gotten to wear them out much with the season.

Appalachian	Textile PJ27

These 2 were items he already had on hand and for sale:

Used Ryder	Canvas/Denim-Lined J23

 

[bigmanbigtruck]

Oh yeah Stu would call shinki "social media" leather, LMAO.

Figured he'd send one of these guys to knock me over. Was paranoid all week.

 

[Biff42]

There's a bunch of them scattered around WJAYWT

But I got a couple that I ordered from scratch. Just took some quick pics below - unfortunately haven't gotten to wear them out much with the season.

Appalachian	PJ27
View attachment 625578	View attachment 625579

These 2 were items he already had on hand and for sale:

Used Ryder	Canvas/Denim-Lined J23
View attachment 625582	View attachment 625581

Those look great! I cannot believe how nice those canvas ones look and drape.

 

[bigmanbigtruck]

Those look great! I cannot believe how nice those canvas ones look and drape.

Thanks. Yup, the canvas offerings are great - they still follow through on the details.
Stuart probably has some other interesting textile options lying around if you're looking to get one.

 

[JMax]

Those look great! I cannot believe how nice those canvas ones look and drape.

LW Canvas is awesome. And like BigMan said, they still follows through on the details. I’ve got a Trojan and Roadhouse in the canvas. Great jackets.