How many new jackets do you have coming (and how many potential ones)?

[Bfd70]

LOL. I get them confused. Anyway, I’d be curious on your side by side. N-1 weather is coming soon. Looking forward to busting out my Pike.

I run much colder than you. I haven’t taken my Pile off in 3 weeks.

 

[ton312]

I run much colder than you. I haven’t taken my Pile off in 3 weeks.

Yeah I’ve only had a day or two out of mine as of yet. It’s coming. No rush. I’d like to hear your thoughts on t the two though.

 

[regius]

it’s a 44, deer, but still tight at chest, fit like 42. Very comfortable & in mint condition though


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[Thuggee]

it’s a 44, deer, but still tight at chest, fit like 42. Very comfortable & in mint condition though


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Nice looking jacket


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[Carlos840]

it’s a 44, deer, but still tight at chest, fit like 42. Very comfortable & in mint condition though


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Man, is that the one posted on the find and deals a couple days ago?
If you decide to let it go i am interrested...

 

[El Marro]

Just ordered a 21oz non fade Super Black type III from IH.

I’ve been wanting to try their heavy denim for a while now and this is one of the first jackets I’ve seen with numbers that will work for me.

 

[Rosecitymike]

Just ordered a 21oz non fade Super Black type III from IH.
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I’ve been wanting to try their heavy denim for a while now and this is one of the first jackets I’ve seen with numbers that will work for me.

You won’t be disappointed, it’s a great jacket!

 

[Bfd70]

Just ordered a 21oz non fade Super Black type III from IH.
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I’ve been wanting to try their heavy denim for a while now and this is one of the first jackets I’ve seen with numbers that will work for me.

Did you go pockets or no pockets?

 

[MrProper]

I'm waiting for an Aeroleather Coastal Command and an Amelia Earhart inspired jacket.

 

[El Marro]

Did you go pockets or no pockets?

Bfd,
I went no pockets. Not only do I like the cleaner look of no pockets on my jean jackets but I also like the shorter body length on this one.

 

[dirigoboy]

As a Downton fan, I had been looking for a long coat. I found a lightly used full length one in a brown Harris Tweed today. Should go nicely with my darker brown fedora. With snow on the ground for the few next few months.....I don't know, it seems reasonable.

 

[MondoFW]

Pulling the trigger on this 30's/40's whipcord jacket in a dark green, almost black tone.

 

[Jejupe]

Nice catch from ebay just arriwed this morning: Vanson House (Logan’s closet) for 205 Euros.

 

[barnabus]

Love that @Jejupe !

 

[JMax]

Aero Chips

 

[Robbie79]

I've just received this almost new FW Brakeman coat in canyon brown....IMO one of my best fitting and most comfy leather jackets.

 

[red devil]

I've just received this almost new FW Brakeman coat in canyon brown....IMO one of my best fitting and most comfy leather jackets.

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That is killer

 

[Bfd70]

Curious to hear your comparison thoughts. Those BR’s typically go for double the pike.

Rmc deck jacket arrived today. Here is a brief run down. I’ll try to highlight some of the things that may be of interest. I cannot speak to historical accuracy for either so I won’t compare but only say that RMC has a good reputation for such things and worn from 20 paces it would be hard for most to tell them apart. Both use a version of talon zips.

Sizing: Pike runs s,m,l,xl where Rmc runs numbers. Numbers may allow you to dial in the fit more. My Pike is a small. The Rmc is a 36 which is usually considered a small. Rmc is a little longer (1” ish) and about 1” smaller in the chest. I’d say the rmc fits like a 36 and the pike. Would be a 37 if there was such a thing. Only real noticeable differents is in the width of the arms with the Rmc feeling considerably narrower. The sleeves may also be a littlle higher but it may be a trick of the width.

Materials: Honestly if the whipcord came off of the same line I wouldn’t be surprised. I cannot tell the difference. The lining of the rmc is nicer than the pike. A ton nicer, no. Just softer. Keep in mind i received the rmc used and the lining may have settled and lost some of its itchyness. After 1year i am just now able to wear the pike with a T-shirt.

Buttons and zippers a bit nicer on the rmc.

Stitching. By TFL standards I’m pretty indifferent to stitching. I wouldn’t accept bad stitching but don’t differentiate between good and great. Again, the rmc appears a bit better.

Verdict: Overall the RMC is a bit nicer of a jacket. Twice the price? No. If I were at the shop and could have the Rmc or the Pike and $400 worth of other merch I would take the latter.

 

[Bfd70]

 

[ton312]

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Thanks. Is the RMC a bit trimmer fit? My only gripe on the pike are the canon sized sleeves. Both look awfully nice. I do love my Pike. It’s one of those odd keeper jackets, based almost solely on function. but now you have your brown alpaca. That was a sticking point for my pike. I wanted that brown!
Interesting to note on the RMC about the liner and a T-shirt. I absolutely need long sleeves under my pike. It’s pretty itchy otherwise.