Thurston Bros. - Official Affiliate Thread

[GregO]

I recently went through this decision process. The lightweight wool linings add little warmth compared to the cotton, but the wool wicks sweat away from your body, while the cotton drill simply absorbs it and it sits next to your skin. Even for a warm weather jacket, I would still probably go with a light wool. The difference in temperature comfort range will be negligible. Just my 2 cents.

 

[handymike]

If you plan on wearing it with short sleeves, you might consider a satin/ rayon-like fabric to line your sleeves. It feels better.

 

[maxutilperusd]

If you plan on wearing it with short sleeves, you might consider a satin/ rayon-like fabric to line your sleeves. It feels better.

That was the initial fabric I was thinking of, not cotton drill. I will almost always wear it with short sleeve shirts. But I'm still undecided on cotton vs wool because I've read different things.

 

[Carrie @ Thurston Bros.]

Are the tartan linings a bit more warm than the cotton? I live in Los Angeles where it's sunny 75% of the year and I sweat easily. I like the interesting patterns and colors on the tartans but I'm worried it'll be too hot for me.

There are a couple of cotton tartan patterns available...Royal Stewart, Lanark, and Berry Check!

I recently went through this decision process. The lightweight wool linings add little warmth compared to the cotton, but the wool wicks sweat away from your body, while the cotton drill simply absorbs it and it sits next to your skin. Even for a warm weather jacket, I would still probably go with a light wool. The difference in temperature comfort range will be negligible. Just my 2 cents.

+1 The lightweight wool is the perfect fabric for year-round wear here in Seattle due to its moisture-wicking property!

If you plan on wearing it with short sleeves, you might consider a satin/ rayon-like fabric to line your sleeves. It feels better.

Aero's new cotton sateens are a great option for a sleeve lining or for the entire lining...they aren't shiny like a standard satin, but they are slicker than cotton drill and very lightweight!

 

[Carrie @ Thurston Bros.]

Wow--nothing like a beautifully worn-in Chromexcel Aero jacket! A Chromexcel jacket arrives shiny and stiff, but with a few months of regular wear-and-tear it will start to develop like this...

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[Carrie @ Thurston Bros.]

Here's a really nice Black Chromexcel Steerhide Aero Cafe' Racer we just put up on ebay...beautifully thick leather with a really cool back configuration!

Link to our ebay listing: http://www.ebay.com/itm/181755517742?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649

 

[Carrie @ Thurston Bros.]

Beautiful Aero Aeromarine!

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[Surferbruce]

Carrie I'd love to see some shots of vintage jackets you guys have for sale. Ever think of putting up any?

 

[Carrie @ Thurston Bros.]

Carrie I'd love to see some shots of vintage jackets you guys have for sale. Ever think of putting up any?

We only sell our vintage jackets locally these days...it's difficult to sell them long distance because if it doesn't fit, we're don't have a size run available for an exchange! We don't really show them in our current social media for this reason, but we may have time in the future to put some up in ebay listings. We love authentic vintage, but it's getting harder to find in good condition (and good sizes and desirable styles) these days...

 

[Carrie @ Thurston Bros.]

TBT, Thurston style! Aero J106 with lots of bling and a custom jeweled belt...

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[Surferbruce]

Makes sense...one of these days I'll get a chance to plunder the racks I hope...

 

[Carrie @ Thurston Bros.]

One of our Vanson Model B Deluxe customers out for a ride on his custom bike in France!

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[Carrie @ Thurston Bros.]

Octagon is BACK!!! The first limited production run delivered is the Vanson Model B Deluxe...all the same specs, but in Octagon!

You can check out the details in our ebay listing (for free worldwide shipping, contact us directly for purchase): Vanson Model B Deluxe in Octagon

 

[jon11]

very nice

 

[Carrie @ Thurston Bros.]

#aeroleatherclothing

Nice Aero Half Belt in CXL horsehide!

 

[Monitor]

One of our Vanson Model B Deluxe customers out for a ride on his custom bike in France!

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Is it just me, or is that motorcycle way too big?

 

[ericsanpablo31]

#aeroleatherclothing

Nice Aero Half Belt in CXL horsehide!

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Is that a standard premiere half belt Carrie?

 

[handymike]

#aeroleatherclothing

Nice Aero Half Belt in CXL horsehide!

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So cool, but yeah...looks like premiere collar on 50's Half-belt???

 

[ProteinNerd]

Button cuffs, raised zipper and pointer collar means its more likely a premier half belt than a 50's.....unless he went full custom!

 

[handymike]

Ahhh, didn't see the button cuffs. ;-)