Dear TFL,
I have been using your collective wisdom for research on leather jackets for the past couple of months. It's a real pleasure to read the insights of passionate knowledgeable people.
I am looking for a solid, "no nonsense" good quality used leather jacket that I could be buried with in 35-50 years (being optimistic on several fronts here).
My measurements are:
PTP 23
Shoulders 20
Length: 25 (but could go longer)
sleeves: 24-25 or thereabouts. (my wrists are 24 and would prefer that length)
I'm 5'9" and about 185 lbs.
In general, something like the Aero Plainsman on the short side or Lost Worlds Downtown on the long side are to my taste, though I'm open to slightly tighter builds if they are a bit longer. I am looking for Horsehide by preference, though a great quality Steer hide could work...
My preferences are more minimalist than ornate: no buckles, studs, etc. Would prefer zipped diagonal side pockets to B2 style pockets, but that in itself is not a deal breaker.
I like colorful linings - really enjoy looking at the tartan designs on Aeros - but would not be opposed to solid nice ones either. Prefer thick but not wool - ideally I could wear this in a mild fall or early spring day, and layer up with sweaters when it's really cold (in the New England area of the U.S.)
Finally: my budget is around $500 max - prefer $350-450. Any more and I risk divorce...and my wife is alright - I'd like to keep the marriage if possible
If you have anything in your closet that you're not really wearing, and wouldn't mind getting it to a new home, please get in touch!
I have been using your collective wisdom for research on leather jackets for the past couple of months. It's a real pleasure to read the insights of passionate knowledgeable people.
I am looking for a solid, "no nonsense" good quality used leather jacket that I could be buried with in 35-50 years (being optimistic on several fronts here).
My measurements are:
PTP 23
Shoulders 20
Length: 25 (but could go longer)
sleeves: 24-25 or thereabouts. (my wrists are 24 and would prefer that length)
I'm 5'9" and about 185 lbs.
In general, something like the Aero Plainsman on the short side or Lost Worlds Downtown on the long side are to my taste, though I'm open to slightly tighter builds if they are a bit longer. I am looking for Horsehide by preference, though a great quality Steer hide could work...
My preferences are more minimalist than ornate: no buckles, studs, etc. Would prefer zipped diagonal side pockets to B2 style pockets, but that in itself is not a deal breaker.
I like colorful linings - really enjoy looking at the tartan designs on Aeros - but would not be opposed to solid nice ones either. Prefer thick but not wool - ideally I could wear this in a mild fall or early spring day, and layer up with sweaters when it's really cold (in the New England area of the U.S.)
Finally: my budget is around $500 max - prefer $350-450. Any more and I risk divorce...and my wife is alright - I'd like to keep the marriage if possible
If you have anything in your closet that you're not really wearing, and wouldn't mind getting it to a new home, please get in touch!
