WTB: Cafe Racer (black) in size 40/42

[Monitor]

lol I just sent you an email through TFL email system, as well. Got your mail, and replied.

 

[Bruce Kent]

Oh sorry. Should have been clear. No, just noticed your thread and posted link in case your interested in getting one. I offered to send pics when I get it in case you wanted "in-hand" pics!

 

[Monitor]

Oh, no problem, BK. They have only XXL of the Schott, though... The other one doesn't have a Bi-swing back, and that's really something I'd prefer for the kind of money. I'll keep my eye on that store, seems like it's got some good stuff. I am definitely interested in seeing more of the Schott, though, so please do share some photos of it once it arrives.

As for the jacket, deal is being made, so perhaps my quest is over.

 

[Monitor]

Well, still hoping to complete my collection with a Vanson Model A (AR2, AZ2, whichever) in a size 40-42, so if anyone reading this has one they no longer want, let's do some business. My mail: nav.buoy@gmail.com

 

[Monitor]

Well, I'm an addict... But whatever. Okay, I have the Vansons I was looking for, and a few others, but now I'd really want something Brooks-ish. Meaning two chest pockets. But, it has to have either shoulder gussets or a full action back. Think Kehoe, Brooks, Reed, Fidelity, Sears, etc. Size 40, 42, or so... Something with longer sleeves, if possible.

Think of something like this...


Yeah, I've checked eBay and am watching a couple of auctions but the problem is, many sellers won't ship overseas and mostly every jacket has dodgy description. Plus, half the prices are overblown. Anyone saw that guy from Colombia? I mean, WTH?
So anyway, I'd rather do business with someone here who knows what they're talking about. I really don't want to risk it with eBay if I don't have to. Here's to hoping that someone perhaps has one such jacket they'd be willing to part with. If that's the case, let's talk!

 

[ton312]

Man I had a killer Brooks last summer that I had to sell (became too small). Gold label and a super thick hide for a Brooks... Just like my Brimaco jackets-the hide quality is all over the map. Would've been right up your alley. I always had good luck on eBay picking up Brooks CR's. Generally speaking, if you're surprised by what you get it's for the better...

 

[ProteinNerd]

Yeah, I've checked eBay and am watching a couple of auctions but the problem is, many sellers won't ship overseas

Look into a shipping service, you get the seller to ship to the USA based address, the shipping service then ships it to you. I just did this with an N1 Deck Jacket and saved £50 on the shipping fee.

Just google them and read some reviews

 

[Monitor]

Man I had a killer Brooks last summer that I had to sell (became too small). Gold label and a super thick hide for a Brooks... Just like my Brimaco jackets-the hide quality is all over the map. Would've been right up your alley. I always had good luck on eBay picking up Brooks CR's. Generally speaking, if you're surprised by what you get it's for the better...

Aw man... That one would have been great. See, that's the thing, how do I know which one to look for? I know that some are great while others... not as much.
I'd love this one but the price is stupid: http://www.ebay.ca/itm/40-Vintage-B...t-BLUE-BucoJ100Style-/281925046125?rmvSB=true
Then there's the sizing, people putting up the same numbers for jackets in sizes 40, 42 and 44...

 

[Monitor]

Look into a shipping service, you get the seller to ship to the USA based address, the shipping service then ships it to you. I just did this with an N1 Deck Jacket and saved £50 on the shipping fee.

Just google them and read some reviews

Had no idea such shipping service even existed. Thanks for this, PN!

 

[ton312]

Aw man... That one would have been great. See, that's the thing, how do I know which one to look for? I know that some are great while others... not as much.
I'd love this one but the price is stupid: http://www.ebay.ca/itm/40-Vintage-B...t-BLUE-BucoJ100Style-/281925046125?rmvSB=true
Then there's the sizing, people putting up the same numbers for jackets in sizes 40, 42 and 44...

Very stupid! I could see going up to $250 -300 for one that's MINT but no Brooks should ever hit that price! In my experience with Brooks and the tag size is present they(gold label) fit about one size down. The 44" I had was 23" across the chest, 19" at the shoulders. This is how it fit, just BARELY could I zip it.

 

[Monitor]

Why would you sell a jacket that fits you this good! Ah, I should just give up as nothing's gonna look on me even remotely as cool as this... ;_; Man, what a nice jacket that was. Is. Where were the zippers? On the inside of the sleeve?

I just realized that the price on the blue and white Brooks is such because the jacket was apparently mentioned in the Rin Tanaka's book, The Century of Rich Hipster Fashion. I wish that stupid book was never released. Because of it we have mass produced jackets like the Buco, selling for thousands of dollars that nobody but the handful of people get to enjoy.

 

[ton312]

Why would you sell a jacket that fits you this good! Ah, I should just give up as nothing's gonna look on me even remotely as cool as this... ;_; Man, what a nice jacket that was. Is. Where were the zippers? On the inside of the sleeve?

I just realized that the price on the blue and white Brooks is such because the jacket was apparently mentioned in the Rin Tanaka's book, The Century of Rich Hipster Fashion. I wish that stupid book was never released. Because of it we have mass produced jackets like the Buco, selling for thousands of dollars that nobody but the handful of people get to enjoy.

Only sold b/c I grew and jacket didn't! The Zips were inside the wrist. AND it was a thick hide, really unusual for a Brooks. Felt closer to a Vanson!

 

[robrinay]

Just had a quick look on Gumtree - found a Schott cafe racer in Derby for £100 but it's a 44" and this Aviatrix - I've heard of them but .... Anyway it's cheap at £35. I searched for cafe racer in clothes.
https://www.gumtree.com/p/mens-coats-jackets/cafe-racer-leather-bike-jacket/1157604536
And an unworn Schott Europe in size L for £100
https://www.gumtree.com/p/mens-coats-jackets/schott-cafe-racer-leather-jacket/1156126683

 

[Monitor]

Wow! That's... super cheap for a Schott! But Gumtree people won't ship international, I think?

 

[Monitor]

I have one jacket on my radar but considering I will probably lose a bidding war, as I always do, let it be known that I'm still looking. Below is an example of the mandarin collared jacket style I'm hoping to acquire. Oh, by the by, my email is nav.buoy (at) gmail, if anyone lurking has what I'm looking for.

 

[Blackadder]

Ever tried Yahoo Auction Japan and Rakuten?
There are some very decent second hand leather jackets especially Vanson and you can use Buyee shopping service to buy and forward to Europe. There is a 5% service charge if you are bidding on Yahoo Auction Japan through Buyee though. I bought most of my leather jackets on those 2 sites and in fact I just bought a Freewheelers Cafe Racer on Yahoo Auction Japan today.

 

[Monitor]

Ever tried Yahoo Auction Japan and Rakuten?
There are some very decent second hand leather jackets especially Vanson and you can use Buyee shopping service to buy and forward to Europe. There is a 5% service charge if you are bidding on Yahoo Auction Japan through Buyee though. I bought most of my leather jackets on those 2 sites and in fact I just bought a Freewheelers Cafe Racer on Yahoo Auction Japan today.

See, that's exactly what I was meaning to ask about! I'm constantly checking Yahoo Auctions and they have some fantastic selection of jackets and even better prices, but I've no idea how to purchase there as it's all in mystical runes to me. Heck, I can't even figure out how to register. Otherwise, I'd have no problem buying from Japan...

I'm just checking out the Buyee option. Didn't even notice it before, but now that you've told me...

 

[Monitor]

...not to mention that the 40 is the largest one I could find. Must be tough for the Japanese.

 

[Blackadder]

...not to mention that the 40 is the largest one I could find. Must be tough for the Japanese.

I actually talked to the dealer of Vanson in Japan who is a big guy. As it turns out, he does not own any Vanson even though he "owns" all those Vanson. Seems most of the big guys in Japan like him actually go custom with Langlitz LOL.
FYI
1) most auction ends on Sunday or Monday Japan time
2) in stead of using English only copy and paste the Japanese characters to expand your search e.g. バンソン for Vanson and 革 for leather, 中古 for second hand;
3) some sellers on Yahoo Auction JP also list their items on Rakuten, you should cross check and see if you can save the 5% service fee and avoid the hassle of bidding (that's how I got my Buco J-24).
BTW, you should take a look at Rakuten as well. Switch the country to Japan on Rakuten and you will find plenty of second hand Vanson as well. For example:
http://search.rakuten.co.jp/search/mall/バンソン+革+中古/?grp=product&myButton=検索&myButton.x=0&myButton.y=0

Always email them to ask if they do ship overseas. Use Buyee if they don't.

 

[ton312]

See, that's exactly what I was meaning to ask about! I'm constantly checking Yahoo Auctions and they have some fantastic selection of jackets and even better prices, but I've no idea how to purchase there as it's all in mystical runes to me. Heck, I can't even figure out how to register. Otherwise, I'd have no problem buying from Japan...

I'm just checking out the Buyee option. Didn't even notice it before, but now that you've told me...

It's true man, there are some amazing jackets there but I feel like I've been abducted by beings who want to laugh at my inability to understand, even the slightest bit, of what's being said, what they cost or any of it. Shame on me for not speaking the language tho...but even google translate makes a mumble mouth mess out of it. I've always viewed those sites as look but don't touch. But do look. ...and shed a wee tear.