Thurston Italian Vicenza Horsehide Full Grain Veg.-Tanned Horsehide for Aero Jackets

[Carrie @ Thurston Bros.]

What's the difference between a d-pocket Ridley and a J106 - no belt on the Ridley?

There's no difference in the styling (you can get both the Ridley and J106 with or without a belt). The true difference is in the fit...the J106 is the traditional moto fit (wider shoulders/tapered waist) and the Ridley is the "slimfit" (slim shoulders, higher arm holes, slim sleeves and straight fit to the waist). The Ridley and the J106 look pretty much identical...the fit is the distinguishing factor!

 

[Carrie @ Thurston Bros.]

Wow! The new Cream Vicenza is the perfect compliment to Aero's Sunburst design! The Sunburst back has a beautiful understated art deco design that looks incredible in the Cream Vicenza with matching stitching. This jacket is available for sale on our Featured Stock page right now--https://www.thurston-bros.com/collections/featured-stock

 

[Edward]

There's no difference in the styling (you can get both the Ridley and J106 with or without a belt). The true difference is in the fit...the J106 is the traditional moto fit (wider shoulders/tapered waist) and the Ridley is the "slimfit" (slim shoulders, higher arm holes, slim sleeves and straight fit to the waist). The Ridley and the J106 look pretty much identical...the fit is the distinguishing factor!

Aha! Thanks, Carrie.

 

[Witchtrip]

Wow! The new Cream Vicenza is the perfect compliment to Aero's Sunburst design! The Sunburst back has a beautiful understated art deco design that looks incredible in the Cream Vicenza with matching stitching. This jacket is available for sale on our Featured Stock page right now--https://www.thurston-bros.com/collections/featured-stock

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Jesus, Carrie! Why do you have to keep posting things like this that make people regret decisions they labored over for months and were happy with... This jacket is one of the nicest I've seen. And I'm wary of cream/white. Wow.Beautiful.

 

[Carrie @ Thurston Bros.]

Here's another beauty to consider.... Aero Bronco A-2 in Black Vicenza Horsehide with Olive wool knits! The leather on this one is amazing--supple with just the right amount of grain! Check it out on our Featured Stock page--https://www.thurston-bros.com/collections/featured-stock

 

[Surferbruce]

What does the cream look like after some wear. I love it, but how does it deal with dirt and water?

 

[Sree]

Hello All, this is Sree from North of Dallas, TX. Been lurking around here in the forum for quite some time learning all about leather jackets, and enjoying the beautiful jacket photos from fellow members. I have much more to learn. Great forum to be in, wealth of information and thank you all for sharing your thoughts and expertise.

Well, decided to take the plunge on getting myself a leather jacket. This is going to be my first one. It's mainly a business casual wear. I don't ride a bike that often. Reached out to Carrie and have requested a fit jacket, which I should be receiving today.

Thought to post my progress and contribute to the forum as well Sorry for the lengthy post.

I will post my fit jacket pictures shortly.

Here is my refinement and choice of jacket that I think I will go for:

Aero Seven with the following adjustments,
- Blackened brown color with super extra grainy FQHH vicenza - need that FQHH for sure , love that grain
- No shoulder gussets
- Four Pocket Design, angled and be original to BR style
- A subtle "V" yoke, single panel back
- Inside pocket with no zip or snap on button
- Arms stitching to line up with yoke stitching in the back ( Post 1307 page 66)
- Collar - thinking between August/highwayman. Carrie suggested August collar would be a nice option. Posting pictures below for references
- Arms - nice slim fit arms with hidden zippers in the back
- Debating between Antique Brass / Nickel hardware
- Diamond-Shaped Talon Pull on Chest Pockets
- Bell shaped Talon main zipper with horsehide toggles
- Bell shaped Talons on hand warmer pockets
- Main Zipper to start from closer to hem, don't need that high placement in my case
- Heering bone harris tweed with matching knits ( this liner choice seems to be not available anymore in the Lochcarron site.) Alternative lining, I'm eyeing on Kyle Check Tweed Light Weight Fabric with brown knits?

Here are my body measurements:
44" chest - breathed in expanded
42" relaxed - breathed out
43" Around tummy on naval
40" Waist
27.5" sleeve straight, measured to the base of my thumb
28" back( standard oxford UN-tucked shirt collar base to bottom hem)
Height = 6 feet and 2 inches (74")
Weight = 209lbs / 95 kg

August Collar:

Highway man collar:

Liner choice: Kyle Check Tweed

Bring it on folks, your thoughts and ideas!

 

[Jägernaut]

I prefer the august collar as well. Seems bolder.

Welcome. I look forward to seeing how it turns out.

 

[Sree]

Really liked this heering bone harris tweed liner

 

[Carrie @ Thurston Bros.]

What does the cream look like after some wear. I love it, but how does it deal with dirt and water?

This color is a bit like the Natural Vicenza...you are going to see more of the wear due to the lighter color. Water is just fine (just let it dry naturally...preferably while you are still wearing it) and dirt will show (clean it off gently with mild soap and warm, then use a little leather lotion). This exposure will change the color, giving it a very interesting patina!

 

[Sree]

Any idea on this liner name? I dig this one.


and what is this knit color? looks brown / rust?

 

[Sree]

Hey Carrie!

while you are online, let me ask: can you please let me know the liner and knit i posted above?

 

[Sree]

Folks, started my new dedicated thread. Appreciate your responses there. Please follow the below link:

http://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/my-first-leather-jacket-journey.90656/

Thanks,
Sree

 

[Worf]

Here's another beauty to consider.... Aero Bronco A-2 in Black Vicenza Horsehide with Olive wool knits! The leather on this one is amazing--supple with just the right amount of grain! Check it out on our Featured Stock page--https://www.thurston-bros.com/collections/featured-stock

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If it was a 46 to 48 you'd have yourself a sale today... ME!

Worf

 

[Carrie @ Thurston Bros.]

Any idea on this liner name? I dig this one.
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and what is this knit color? looks brown / rust?
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The lining is the Brown Herringbone Tweed and the stitching is a dark brown!

 

[Carrie @ Thurston Bros.]

This post is a testament to the growing popularity of the Aero Board Racer! We have so many custom Board Racers coming through that we're having a hard time keeping up with posting all of them, so here are four custom BRs that were recently delivered...

www.thurston-bros.com

 

[Carrie @ Thurston Bros.]

Custom Aero 1930s Half Belt in Dark Seal Vicenza Horsehide! This beauty will get to start the winter in Australia...

www.thurston-bros.com

 

[Carrie @ Thurston Bros.]

For best pricing, please contact us directly (via email or telephone) and not through eBay. Our contact information can be found here--

https://www.thurston-bros.com/pages/contact-us

 

[Carrie @ Thurston Bros.]

Custom Aero Sheene in Seal Vicenza Horsehide--this color is a perfect pairing with the Capercaillie tartan lining! The Sheene and the Seven are two very popular alternatives to the standard Highwayman...these two jackets have the styling of a Highwayman, but different fits! Contact us at sales@thurston-bros.com to inquire about custom ordering and our fit jacket process.

https://www.thurston-bros.com/pages/custom-aero

 

[ProteinNerd]

Custom Aero Sheene in Seal Vicenza Horsehide--this color is a perfect pairing with the Capercaillie tartan lining! The Sheene and the Seven are two very popular alternatives to the standard Highwayman...these two jackets have the styling of a Highwayman, but different fits! Contact us at sales@thurston-bros.com to inquire about custom ordering and our fit jacket process.

https://www.thurston-bros.com/pages/custom-aero

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Looks great Carrie. Unfortunately for me it was delivered about 3 hours after I left home for a week of interstate work, so its sitting there patiently for me to return. [emoji22]


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