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Post by variable on Aug 26, 2015 18:24:37 GMT -6
Yeah, but I don't know if a band collar is my thing.
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Post by exophobe on Aug 26, 2015 20:46:52 GMT -6
Nice jackets but with those prices I would go with one of the makers where leather jackets are their mainstay. Aero Lost Worlds Goodwear Vanson Schott Simmons Bilt formerly Alexander Leathers They are many others but these all can get hand crafted quality leather jackets that have stood the test of time. Watch for used ones and you can really get a good value. Watch out for jackets made from leather described as buttery soft. In my experience good leather will need some breaking in. Then again it can depend on the thickness. Some info here. We need more leather jacket talk.  selvedgestyle.com/board/19/outerwearThis is a collaboration with Golden Bear though, isn't it? The company that made the 40 year old example it's based on? |
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Post by exophobe on Aug 26, 2015 20:49:14 GMT -6
They're also live, RIGHT NOW. 875 for the jacket, 398 for the snazzy boots, I stopped looking before I noticed the belt.
edit: Belt is 88. buy one from @stevekas
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Post by variable on Aug 26, 2015 20:50:12 GMT -6
Eeek.
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Post by exophobe on Aug 26, 2015 20:54:40 GMT -6
By the way. Things like the 40 year old cafe racer jacket are the sort of thing that makes me sad my dad had no sense of style. Or if he did, he got rid of all of it. He rode a Harley before I was around, but I never saw any leather hanging around the house from those days, which is a damn shame.
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Post by variable on Aug 26, 2015 20:57:03 GMT -6
So now my question is, should I try to score something off fleabay to fill that leather jacket void, or should I drop some large coin on this? Decisions, it wouldn't have even been a tough call if it was a bit less, but I guess them's the breaks, what with it being handmade and all.
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Post by whiskeyriver on Aug 26, 2015 21:07:18 GMT -6
So now my question is, should I try to score something off fleabay to fill that leather jacket void, or should I drop some large coin on this? Decisions, it wouldn't have even been a tough call if it was a bit less, but I guess them's the breaks, what with it being handmade and all. Fleabay all the way. And I'm with ya, exophobe . My earliest injury is me sneaking out of the house and burning my hands on the scalding engine of my dad's bike. He rode from youth until I was like 12.....no cool clothes at all. Haha. EDIT: And damn...coulda sworn they were dropping a new workshirt. That's what I was told, anyways.  |
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Post by Winterland on Aug 26, 2015 21:20:29 GMT -6
Nice jackets but with those prices I would go with one of the makers where leather jackets are their mainstay. Aero Lost Worlds Goodwear Vanson Schott Simmons Bilt formerly Alexander Leathers They are many others but these all can get hand crafted quality leather jackets that have stood the test of time. Watch for used ones and you can really get a good value. Watch out for jackets made from leather described as buttery soft. In my experience good leather will need some breaking in. Then again it can depend on the thickness. Some info here. We need more leather jacket talk. selvedgestyle.com/board/19/outerwearThis is a collaboration with Golden Bear though, isn't it? The company that made the 40 year old example it's based on? That's true I might be unfairly lumping these in with some of the fashion brand leathers. I just want to sway people away from those high-end leather jackets by name only. Not craftsmanship or materials. |
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Post by Winterland on Aug 26, 2015 21:24:56 GMT -6
So now my question is, should I try to score something off fleabay to fill that leather jacket void, or should I drop some large coin on this? Decisions, it wouldn't have even been a tough call if it was a bit less, but I guess them's the breaks, what with it being handmade and all. It took me a couple of leather jackets just to get my sizing correct. If you get a decent deal on a used good name leather jacket and it doesn't fit you can usually get your money back reselling. Warning this cycle can be never ending, trying different styles, colors, leather, brands etc. It can be fun though. |
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Post by p0rkbelly on Aug 26, 2015 21:50:49 GMT -6
It's a bit higher than I expected. Even with the 20% it comes to $700 -- and that's the presale. It would be insane to buy it for non-presale prices when you can get Horsehide for that rpice. I'm going to wait and buy the Horsehide Epaulet.
The boots are a decent deal (especially with 20%) off, but, I've been buying too many Vibergs...
The boots should be swooped up by anyone considering Red Wings Iron Rangers IMO...
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Post by Old26 on Aug 26, 2015 22:24:00 GMT -6
So now my question is, should I try to score something off fleabay to fill that leather jacket void, or should I drop some large coin on this? Decisions, it wouldn't have even been a tough call if it was a bit less, but I guess them's the breaks, what with it being handmade and all. If you're ready and willing to get a custom jacket, try Johnson Leathers in SF or Aero vis their US distributor, Thurston BrosThey offer fit jackets that can be mailed and get you setup nicely before the final order. The only jackets I own now are Good Wear (hella expensive and two year wait), Aero, and Lost Worlds. None of them cost less than $1100, but nothing like a great custom jacket. It takes time and patience. Many of us jacket nerds have been through literally a 10-15 jackets looking for the perfect one(s). It's lots of fun, and for a lot more info, see The Fedora Lounge. It's always good to look for used - esp to start. But you really need to get your numbers down. There's lots of info posted about sizing, and lots of smart jacket nerds over there (and here). |
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Post by davelewis on Aug 26, 2015 23:04:20 GMT -6
So now my question is, should I try to score something off fleabay to fill that leather jacket void, or should I drop some large coin on this? Decisions, it wouldn't have even been a tough call if it was a bit less, but I guess them's the breaks, what with it being handmade and all. To note, I'm not knocking TS, and their endeavor into leather jackets, but I'll agree with other jacket guys here, in that you'll find you will get more bang for your buck, if you look to the established jacket makers, that have been doing it for some time. I personally prefer horsehide for a riding jacket, and you can certainly find one in this price range, in a good fit. Take your time, and do your due diligence, and you'll be rewarded. |
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Post by exophobe on Aug 27, 2015 0:13:54 GMT -6
To note, I'm not knocking TS, and their endeavor into leather jackets, but I'll agree with other jacket guys here, in that you'll find you will get more bang for your buck, if you look to the established jacket makers, that have been doing it for some time. I personally prefer horsehide for a riding jacket, and you can certainly find one in this price range, in a good fit. Take your time, and do your due diligence, and you'll be rewarded. It just seems worth mentioning that golden bear has been doing this out of San Francisco for nearly 100 years, and made bomber jackets for ww2, varsity jackets, etc. and this is a reproduction (with improvements) of a jacket they made 40 years ago, which they appear to be making a version of with epaulet, as well. I'm not an expert on leather jackets, but it seems like these guys have pedigree worth taking into account. In winter they usually have some pretty cool stuff on union made goods, though there isn't anything over there right now. |
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Post by brentkuz on Aug 27, 2015 3:44:23 GMT -6
I wish my dad was going to disown me when I bought a bike at 19...I was going to buy one at 18 but he was going to kill me. Wait until 19 still wasn't happy.
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Post by brentkuz on Aug 27, 2015 4:04:02 GMT -6
You can get the moto jacket down to $700.00 with a code.
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Post by Old26 on Aug 27, 2015 6:48:14 GMT -6
To note, I'm not knocking TS, and their endeavor into leather jackets, but I'll agree with other jacket guys here, in that you'll find you will get more bang for your buck, if you look to the established jacket makers, that have been doing it for some time. I personally prefer horsehide for a riding jacket, and you can certainly find one in this price range, in a good fit. Take your time, and do your due diligence, and you'll be rewarded. It just seems worth mentioning that golden bear has been doing this out of San Francisco for nearly 100 years, and made bomber jackets for ww2, varsity jackets, etc. and this is a reproduction (with improvements) of a jacket they made 40 years ago, which they appear to be making a version of with epaulet, as well. I'm not an expert on leather jackets, but it seems like these guys have pedigree worth taking into account. In winter they usually have some pretty cool stuff on union made goods, though there isn't anything over there right now. You'd have to compare them to someone like Schott as they are not custom jackets. Nothing wrong with that - if you can get a good jacket that fits off the rack, then you're lucky. But there's really no comparing a bespoke jacket to a good mass (as in not one-off) jacket. With all the gear we like and discuss, there's levels. Like Sears used to say "Good, Better, and Best"... |
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Post by brentkuz on Aug 27, 2015 7:06:31 GMT -6
Golden Bear isn't a higher end manufacture?
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Post by brentkuz on Aug 27, 2015 7:12:30 GMT -6
Also does anyone know if week two moto will feature another leather jacket?
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Post by whiskeyriver on Aug 27, 2015 7:29:04 GMT -6
To note, I'm not knocking TS, and their endeavor into leather jackets, but I'll agree with other jacket guys here, in that you'll find you will get more bang for your buck, if you look to the established jacket makers, that have been doing it for some time. I personally prefer horsehide for a riding jacket, and you can certainly find one in this price range, in a good fit. Take your time, and do your due diligence, and you'll be rewarded. It just seems worth mentioning that golden bear has been doing this out of San Francisco for nearly 100 years, and made bomber jackets for ww2, varsity jackets, etc. and this is a reproduction (with improvements) of a jacket they made 40 years ago, which they appear to be making a version of with epaulet, as well. I'm not an expert on leather jackets, but it seems like these guys have pedigree worth taking into account. In winter they usually have some pretty cool stuff on union made goods, though there isn't anything over there right now. Yeah, they are a known commodity. Quality should not be a question here. I think you would undoubtedly be getting an excellent leather jacket for an excellent price in a shade and style you don't often see. If someone is on the hunt for a great leather jacket, you could certainly do helluva lot worse than this. But the point @winterland makes is also valid: you could get a Schott or Aero for the same ballpark amount. But I don't necessarily think that a Golden Bear is a step down in any way from those two brands. |
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Post by ickes on Aug 27, 2015 8:24:03 GMT -6
I want the flannel shirt the guys wearing in the pic thats in the email, the guy with the helmet and goggles
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Post by Deleted on Aug 27, 2015 8:24:40 GMT -6
I'm not in the market for new boots but these are nice looking.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 27, 2015 8:25:37 GMT -6
I want the flannel shirt the guys wearing in the pic thats in the email, the guy with the helmet and goggles same. i was going to ask them if that shirt would be dropping soon. |
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Post by p0rkbelly on Aug 27, 2015 9:18:37 GMT -6
I want the flannel shirt the guys wearing in the pic thats in the email, the guy with the helmet and goggles same. i was going to ask them if that shirt would be dropping soon. Assuming September 3rd. I don't see TS show casing a shirt on a model, that they aren't going to sell... |
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Post by exophobe on Aug 27, 2015 9:26:41 GMT -6
You'd have to compare them to someone like Schott as they are not custom jackets. Nothing wrong with that - if you can get a good jacket that fits off the rack, then you're lucky. But there's really no comparing a bespoke jacket to a good mass (as in not one-off) jacket. With all the gear we like and discuss, there's levels. Like Sears used to say "Good, Better, and Best"... Well yeah, and that's the difference between $800 and "starts at $1100". Bespoke is always going to offer a better fit over "off-the-rack", but you do have to pay for it. There is the possibility that the construction wouldn't be technically superior, but I'm not nearly well versed enough to have that conversation. Golden Bear apparently does make full custom, though, so you could contact them to do that, too, I would imagine. Their focus seems to be the varsity jackets, though. I just thought it was weird that Golden Bear was being referred to as some sort of operation that is new to the leather game, as if it was Taylor Stitch sewing the jackets. |
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Post by exophobe on Aug 27, 2015 9:28:49 GMT -6
I'm not in the market for new boots but these are nice looking. Besides the essex collection, they're one of the more attractive things I've seen out of Rancourt. I've sort of run out of justification for more cap toe boots though. |
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