Y2 leather or double helix

[Saila]

I am thinking about buying type 1 jacket . I am confused about y2 or double helix

 

[BloodEagle]

What specifically is confusing you about them?

 

[Saila]

What specifically is confusing you about them?

I mean which is better option y2 or double helix. Which is better I mean

 

[Marc mndt]

I am thinking about buying type 1 jacket . I am confused about y2 or double helix

There's a lot of info available on the forum, just use the search function.

You'll find threads like these :

https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/double-helix-works.106511/

Also, if you have specific questions there's the 'ask a question' thread.

https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/ask-a-question-get-an-answer-about-outerwear.102916/

 

[Blackadder]

I have not tried or seen in person the DH type 1 but I have tried Y'2 and Fine Creek (High Large as it was known back then). I like the FCL better. Y'2's leather is pliable and has a shinny coating whereas FCL is rigid and patina well. The DH I have seen (not a type 1) is closer to FCL. Not as rigid as FCL. AFAIK each of those brands use a variety of HH that have different characteristics.

 

[58panheadfan]

I have owned and sold a Y'2 HR-55. The top coat has glop up the jacket, completely lacking in character...

 

[Aloysius]

From your thread sequence, it seems like you're jumping between brands whose names you've heard about.

I would suggest thinking through what kind of jacket you want, then looking into who does it well.

 

[Canuck Panda]

Get the HL deerskin one and post pics here!

They also make a horsehide one and so do Jelado. FCL might hold resale value better.
https://jelado.com/products/jelado-44leather-jacket-horse-hide-semi-aniline-finish-jp71429

 

[blobsterroll]

I have two Double Helix jackets. What do you want to know?

FYI, narrow shoulders in relation to chest. A bit elongated on the body (pattern-wise). My guess is it is meant for Japanese market.

 

[dudewuttheheck]

Neither brand has impressed me. There are better options out there.

 

[Saila]

I have been eyeing their type 1. how does it age. Do you have any experience with their indigo. How would you rate them in terms of quality

 

[Saila]

Neither brand has impressed me. There are better options out there.

Do you suggest anyone with the type 1 leather jacket style

 

[Marc mndt]

Do you suggest anyone with the type 1 leather jacket style

Warehouse

Too bad they only made these up to size 40.

 

[Saila]

Warehouse

Too bad they only made these up to size 40.

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Well i am 36 size and i have asian body type Hmm I thought warehouse only produced denim and heavy flannel

 

[theeprimitivesound]

This is the Y2 leather/shop Vancouver colab, EB140 eco horse hide in olive, super rigid when new, but its starting to really soften up.

 

[theeprimitivesound]

This is the Y2/drop Vancouver colab, super stiff when I got it, but slowly breaking in, I love it!

 

[indigoeagle]

It's also a question of how much you want to spend and availability.

Jelado stuff in my experience is always very good quality. But the price is higher.

And the FCL jacket are often difficult to get. You might need to preorder.

I have a High Large jacket in the Lee type 1 style. It's a bit thicker horse hide and matte.

I also have a Y2 type 1 in a lighter horse hide and as has been said it is shinier. But I think with wear that will change. Not sure, I haven't worn it much yet.

I'm very happy with both.

 

[theeprimitivesound]

the shine on my Y2 has definitley dulled down with wear.