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gtrplyr

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Sorry about that!! As far as I know, these two collars are essentially the same. The Sheene is a more fitted style than the 1930s Half Belt, since it is the Cafe' Racer fit (very trim through the torso/waist area). The 1930s Half Belt can be adjusted to look trimmer (with the side cinches), but it is a somewhat looser fit than the Cafe' Racer.

How much difference in fit is there between the regular 30's HalfBelt and the slim fit 30's HalfBelt? I would like to get a collared Brown FQHH jacket am debating between the slim fit HalfBelt and the Sheene.

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Carrie @ Thurston Bros.

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How much difference in fit is there between the regular 30's HalfBelt and the slim fit 30's HalfBelt? I would like to get a collared Brown FQHH jacket am debating between the slim fit HalfBelt and the Sheene.

Thanks.

The 1930s Half Belt is the same jacket as the 1930s Slimfit Half Belt...I think it's just that sometimes the "Slimfit" gets dropped for ease of use... Both the 1930s Slimfit Halfbelt and Sheene are great jackets...however, if you'd like the jacket to be slimmer through the waist and lower back, go with the Sheene...
 

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I apologize, but want to understand. The 'new' 'Premium' 1930s Half Belt is something different or are we speaking about the 'Slimfit' jacket? [huh]
I believe the 'Premium' half belt is yet to be released.... Thanks
 

gtrplyr

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The 1930s Half Belt is the same jacket as the 1930s Slimfit Half Belt...I think it's just that sometimes the "Slimfit" gets dropped for ease of use... Both the 1930s Slimfit Halfbelt and Sheene are great jackets...however, if you'd like the jacket to be slimmer through the waist and lower back, go with the Sheene...

Ahhhh…. that makes sense. I'm not an overly thin guy who necessarily needs a slim fit jacket always, I just like my leathers a bit on the snug side. I ordered an Enfield from Vanson and that thing was huge under the arms and through the body even though the shoulders and arms fit great (I ended up sending it back). Is the 30's Halfbelt a more fitted back then a Vanson Enfield, or would you steer me towards the Sheene?

Thanks for answering all my questions!
 

Carrie @ Thurston Bros.

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I apologize, but want to understand. The 'new' 'Premium' 1930s Half Belt is something different or are we speaking about the 'Slimfit' jacket? [huh]
I believe the 'Premium' half belt is yet to be released.... Thanks

Yes...they're different. The New Premium is slimmer through the shoulders, biceps, and underarms...

Here are some photos of the new half belt:

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Carrie @ Thurston Bros.

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Ahhhh…. that makes sense. I'm not an overly thin guy who necessarily needs a slim fit jacket always, I just like my leathers a bit on the snug side. I ordered an Enfield from Vanson and that thing was huge under the arms and through the body even though the shoulders and arms fit great (I ended up sending it back). Is the 30's Halfbelt a more fitted back then a Vanson Enfield, or would you steer me towards the Sheene?

Thanks for answering all my questions!

Both the Sheene and the 1930s Half Belt are slimmer than the Vanson Enfield. I think you'll like the fits! The Enfield needs to be sized down to fit the way that you're looking for it to fit...
 

Carrie @ Thurston Bros.

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The Aero Highwayman is a great casual jacket style that's easy to wear for all occasions. The Highwayman also comes in a zip-sleeve version that is more motorcycle-friendly (keeps the wind out and stays in place in the event of a fall!). Here's the classic Highwayman in brown CXL steerhide...

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Damo

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Carrie,
Is your vanson model b deluxe with the extra inch in the body and sleeves made for taller people?? Like a tall compared to regular??
 

mendelboaz

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198 pages in 2 days...now I have jacket envy! I REALLY like the look of Aero cafe racer jacket!

I know what you mean... When I had just started reading about Aero & eventually Thurston Bros. I read through this entire thread in 3 days. Best read of my life :) Aero Cafe Racer is gorgeous, especially the Fontana!
 

Carrie @ Thurston Bros.

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198 pages in 2 days...now I have jacket envy! I REALLY like the look of Aero cafe racer jacket!

I know what you mean... When I had just started reading about Aero & eventually Thurston Bros. I read through this entire thread in 3 days. Best read of my life :) Aero Cafe Racer is gorgeous, especially the Fontana!

I did the same thing as I considered my first purchases from Thurston. Ended up with more than the one jacket I planned, much more.

Thanks for the viewing guys!

Don't forget to get your Aero fit jacket for your Fall Aero! We're sending out fit jackets right now for September Production Orders at Aero! Customers in September Production will have early October Delivery!

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Aero Cafe' Racer

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Aero Board Racer

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Don't forget that all Aero jackets are available in our Vicenza Full Grain Vegetable Tanned Horsehide!

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Carrie @ Thurston Bros.

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Don't your Vanson Model B Deluxe for Fall!

Also, don't forget to ask for all of the Aero hide samples that you'd like to see when you get your Aero fit jacket from us. Our Aero fit jacket program is not only an amazing tool to get the exact Aero fit that you'd like, it's a great tool to get to view all of the leathers that you're interested in, including Vicenza Vegetable Tanned Full Grain Horsehide!

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Damo

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Carrie, I'm having a difficult time finding my wife a leather jacket. I'm looking for something fashionable with moto style. It's not for riding and she prefers a soft leather. Any suggestions??? Thx
 

Carrie @ Thurston Bros.

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Carrie, I'm having a difficult time finding my wife a leather jacket. I'm looking for something fashionable with moto style. It's not for riding and she prefers a soft leather. Any suggestions??? Thx

Our women's Pacific Cycle cafe' racer is very popular choice for our female customers!

Check out this link for more information: Women's PCL

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