What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

[JMax]

It came in larger than advertised. Which was good b/c I figured it was going right to market after I received it. 23.25” p2p (listed as 22”)
26” sleeve (listed as 25”) 19” shoulder (not listed) and 28” back, which was exactly right. It’s a t shirt only fit I’d imagine, like a longer and trim CR.

Thanks. Tagged 42 or 44? That’s in my wheelhouse. Just that most of the 42s I have handled are 22” P2P, zippable but too snug for me.

 

[MrProper]

It came in larger than advertised. Which was good b/c I figured it was going right to market after I received it. 23.25” p2p (listed as 22”)
26” sleeve (listed as 25”) 19” shoulder (not listed) and 28” back, which was exactly right. It’s a t shirt only fit I’d imagine, like a longer and trim CR.

Such bad luck that I don't have the figure for used jackets. Either the sleeves and / or body are too short, or everything is too wide.

 

[Edward Reed]

sadly jacket season is over for now as summer is in full gear... so to speak so I have to put away my 2 repro Eastman Leather A-2 jackets (a Star Sportswear and RoughWear 42-1401P) and my wearable vintage WWII Aero 21996 contract... looking forward to the end of October when I can wear my leather again.(I used to like summer.... :/

well, the Aero makes for a nice artsy fartsy display for the time being...

 

[ton312]

Thanks. Tagged 42 or 44? That’s in my wheelhouse. Just that most of the 42s I have handled are 22” P2P, zippable but too snug for me.

No tag size or “made for...” just the plain Bates oval. Judging by fit I’d say it’s a 44LL

42” Bates is pretty small. I had this brown one a few years back but it was a sausage casing. Cool *** jacket though.

 

[JMax]

No tag size or “made for...” just the plain Bates oval. Judging by fit I’d say it’s a 44LL
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42” Bates is pretty small. I had this brown one a few years back but it was a sausage casing. Cool *** jacket though.
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This brown one is awesome. There is a black one in mint condition on eBay right now. It’s the one I am (was) contemplating. I need a 44. I tried a 46 a couple years back and it was too big. Thanks for the help.

 

[Monitor]

Of all the jackets that I've seen, Bates has possibly been the most impressive in terms of engineering and functionality. Extremely high quality jackets. Little details here and there set them worlds apart from most makers.

 

[flaminggroovy]

Argh! That jeans thread... >_<

in my opinion.....LW is the best

 

[navetsea]

Blue cow, cross snaps?!?

 

[4444Design]

Saturday was "Indigofera Day":

jacket, pants as well as the RedWing "Climbers" all same manufacturer, respectively boots are limited Edition out of coop with RD and INDIGO

pants are Hickory striped Grey/black (hard to see on the pics) and jacket is brushed Cotton

 

[ton312]

Two day summer in Chicago has passed. Jesus H...but I also get to wear this bad boy for my Target run and done. The more I get to know this Bates it feels like it was probably these jackets that influenced the Joe McCoy deadwood (a grail jacket for me and one thats a bit more embellished with 70’s flair). Something like a hybrid CR/ car coat.

it has some great character too:

 

[Robbie79]

Two day summer in Chicago has passed. Jesus H...but I also get to wear this bad boy for my Target run and done. The more I get to know this Bates it feels like it was probably these jackets that influenced the Joe McCoy deadwood (a grail jacket for me and one thats a bit more embellished with 70’s flair). Something like a hybrid CR/ car coat.
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@ton312 Great looking Bates even if it looks different to the Joe Mccoy Deadwood (from time to time this jacket is offered on Yahoo auctions but mainly small sizes)...and btw. almost every jacket looks good on you! I think I'm just doing the wrong type of sports (racket sports, climbing and running) to make my body look like yours ...but then I would need to replace all of my leather jackets.

 

[Robbie79]

Thedi Shawl collar old Military Canvas and washed Buffalo. Jacket has an intoxicating smell as basically all Thedi jackets have

 

[ton312]

@ton312 Great looking Bates even if it looks different to the Joe Mccoy Deadwood (from time to time this jacket is offered on Yahoo auctions but mainly small sizes)...and btw. almost every jacket looks good on you! I think I'm just doing the wrong type of sports (racket sports, climbing and running) to make my body look like yours ...but then I would need to replace all of my leather jackets.

Thanks for the kind words Robbie. I really would love a deadwood. It’s such a great looking and unique jacket. I’ll keep the dream alive. You never know!

 

[Mysteryo]

50’s Buco J22? With red and black checked plaid lining, blue and gold horsehide tag.

 

[Tom71]

Saturday was "Indigofera Day":

jacket, pants as well as the RedWing "Climbers" all same manufacturer, respectively boots are limited Edition out of coop with RD and INDIGO

pants are Hickory striped Grey/black (hard to see on the pics) and jacket is brushed Cotton

Big fan of Indigofera myself.

 

[Tom71]

Himel “The Imperial”. Fresh out of the box. Only one week in transit from Canada including custom clearance. Must be a world record.

More pics to follow and maybe a dedicated thread if I find the right words (and the time).

 

[Imuricecreamman]

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Himel “The Imperial”. Fresh out of the box. Only one week in transit from Canada including custom clearance. Must be a world record.

More pics to follow and maybe a dedicated thread if I find the right words (and the time).

Well done! It looks perfect. What leather is this?

 

[Robbie79]

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Himel “The Imperial”. Fresh out of the box. Only one week in transit from Canada including custom clearance. Must be a world record.

More pics to follow and maybe a dedicated thread if I find the right words (and the time).

Very very nice jacket and good fit! Congrats!

 

[Alexlutov]

Aero halfbelt horsehide & indigofera jeans & nb

 

[Tom71]

Well done! It looks perfect. What leather is this?

Thanks much! It’s the Shinki HH in brown (oil tan). I am very happy with the result. All is as specced and as should be. Will aim to do a full review over the weekend.