and it seems like you went for NOS Crown main zip, way to go!
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What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?
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bigmanbigtruck
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Yessir, got the ones with the circular ends - they look chunky but move buttery smooth.
Now I get why people that have it, don't look back to anything else
Arguably, NOS spring-loaded Crowns are the best zippers.
Jiaward
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Beautiful
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That’s it. All I need. Get it done and everyone goes home happy.
Please note the third and fourth words in the post you quoted. Pics or it didn't happen!
Best looking finished side type 3 I’ve ever seen. Spot on perfect! I noticed they had a greenish grey one. I really want it!
Rawky
One of the Regulars
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8oz Ironheart Kersey Type III... before the rain hit
Do it. You won't regret it.
Bennarion
Call Me a Cab
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You look cool. A great jacket for summer.
Still in 50’s here this am. All bucked up weather wise so I grabbed my daughter’s sunglasses and the vtg buckboard for the morning trot. Thanks for sending this one back Hannes! I remember getting this right after my majestic and preferring it over the Aero. Nice to have it back!
Looking mighty good on you!
Observe
One Too Many
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It's a surprisingly versatile color. Does this kind of suede/rough out need to be babied in the rain? It rains a lot where I am and anything that can't handle that becomes rather impractical.
In my experience no. These thicker cowhide split hides are not hurt by rain or water at all. I’ve soaked a few. No damage done. Some get a little stiffer than others, no idea why. Thinner suede def gets stiff, thicker stuff not as much. After I clean them and get them soft again I scotch guard them.
I would’ve never wanted my rust goat suede Aero to get wet. It felt monumentally more fragile and susceptible to stain, mark up, etc.
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Schott Cafecto today.
Haven’t worn this guy in several months now, so felt great putting it back on
Haven’t worn this guy in several months now, so felt great putting it back on
bigmanbigtruck
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As mentioned, here's some fit pics of the LW Appalachian. Haven't seen many pics of this particular one in the wild... but am stoked to have one of my own.
The unique design called out to me and just looked badass- the studded kidney panel is a nice touch as well.
Lateral front zip is not for show either - it's a huge pocket. So many possible uses for it - as @Carlos840 mentioned, got enough room for a sandwich or a bottle for the road.
All that's left is to break it in and make it my own...
The unique design called out to me and just looked badass- the studded kidney panel is a nice touch as well.
Lateral front zip is not for show either - it's a huge pocket. So many possible uses for it - as @Carlos840 mentioned, got enough room for a sandwich or a bottle for the road.
All that's left is to break it in and make it my own...
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Type 3 are typically not my thing, but this one is really awesome. Wonderful fit! In Brisbane 18c and cloudy are our leather days
