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

[tmitchell59]

This one looks similar to the one you just bought. Different label and chest pocket zipper pulls. Cuffs look like they've been shortened on this one.

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Thanks! Yes that is the Cat's Eye. True 50s edition with the red quilt lining. I had not seen this picture. Has something of the look of your Chrome Tanned Steerhide. Yes, very much like that jacket. Both Californians easily from the same time frame.

 

[morrison2951]

Very nice! I do like Norshor jackets. The owner was on the forum when he started his work. I will have one someday.

Early Norshor in HH.

 

[Turnip]

Schott 174S

 

[Mandarin]

Indian Allstate

 

[Will Zach]

That is a sweet Buco. Is that the one that was in the Finds and Deals thread not long ago? Went for $800 and change?

 

[Mandarin]

That is a sweet Buco. Is that the one that was in the Finds and Deals thread not long ago? Went for $800 and change?

@JMax posted it a while back (maybe in spring). Don't remember for how much it went for. This one comes from Japan.

 

[Bfd70]

Schott 174S

would like to see some fit pics of this one

 

[El Marro]

There are some interesting differences, but the older version is also slightly less practical? '47 Columbia pockets are angled differently and have a little less space, there is visible stitching for the pocket as well, sleeve zips are on underside rather than side, the collar is more pointy shape, there's a leather hang loop in collar they tell you not to hang it on, plus the squared off back bottom and no bi-swing. They were doing Crown main zip on '47 version at first, not sure if they still are. Others who have gotten one may know about more differences.

I think the Crown zip has always been an (expensive) option that one can spec. I opted for the ‘47 style pockets on mine but without the top stitching and it’s true they are comically small, I don’t even think I can get my hands fully inside them.

 

[Mrfrown]

I think the Crown zip has always been an (expensive) option that one can spec. I opted for the ‘47 style pockets on mine but without the top stitching and it’s true they are comically small, I don’t even think I can get my hands fully inside them.

Interesting, sounds both comical and frustrating. The angle does look nice though.

I'd like to have a Crown zip at some point but I'm really looking forward to all that brass hardware for this one

 

[Edward]

Before he was Norshor, I think Mark - who used to post here as Fishmoek - was for a while 'Superior Flight Togs' or something similar? Somewhere I have what is possibly the first jacket he sold into the wild. It was patterned after one in a photo of Spanish Civil War partisans fighting the fascists, basically an A1 style but with a zip up front. Very nice jacket, though I'll have to sell it at some point because I've outgrown it and don't think I'll get down to size again; it was always a neat fit on me. (No mistake in the measurements; it was picked up as a stock offering and I was still in my phase of wearing 'em a bit too tight.)

 

[MrProper]

Ok, no jacket, but a couple of belts from Obbi Good Label.

That was really fast.
Ordered the day before yesterday at Ironheart UK, processed yesterday, delivered today.
And the best... despite Brexit no customs clearance, handling costs or anything else, because everything was already included in the price.
That's how I like it. Top.

Belt 1/3

 

[Turnip]

would like to see some fit pics of this one

Will make some once it arrived.

 

[Blackadder]

My Sears motorcycle jacket frat version arrived.

 

[JMax]

My Sears motorcycle jacket frat version arrived.
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Damn BA, that is awesome. One of my favorites.

 

[Blackadder]

Damn BA, that is awesome. One of my favorites.

Thank you. Very happy about it because all the parts are still there even the belt keeper. Many of these have had the belt cut off.

 

[LeatherHunter]

Took a chance on this Reed jacket at a good price.

 

[Turnip]

Schott 174S

Scheduled to arrive tomorrow…

 

[Finn Vigorous]

Two long-sought-after pieces finally on their way to supplement my rack:

-Lewis Flying Dominator, L
-Freewheelers Brakeman, 44

I also have a Lewis Corsair in production.

The first two should be with me this week, the Corsair takes a bit longer. Fingers crossed everything goes smoothly.

 

[Turnip]

Scheduled to arrive tomorrow…

Arrived, first impressions are nice.
Taking a fast look around all things appear to be in place and well fixed.
Sized **L the fit, most important, is to my liking. Back and sleeve length are OK, get my shoulders, belly and arms (greatest concern) stowed comfortably enough. Only thing I immediately removed has been the acrylic hare, too uncomfortable when jacket is closed. Over all enough room to move comfortably, though of course no Pilates dress.
Would probably not have bought it at regular price tag but at sales price it appears to be OK after first impressions.
So over all I think I’ll keep it.

Cheers

Turnip

 

[ojaw]

So I’m seriously considering (carefully) ripping the cupro out of my new suede DH. It's suede HH and much of the remains will be concealed, that which will still show will hopefully develop into a low profile fringe feature
If over time the seam integrity is compromised no loss, I'll either send it out to have it repaired or properly lined with cotton.
Prove me wrong.