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

[Canuck Panda]

I wonder if we have a tannery or two here in Canada. I mean, wasn’t Durable from Canada? We also used to have Score, Shields, and Brimaco.

There has to be one in Ontario due to its proximity to Chicago, NYC, and Boston. That province is also the manufacturing hub of the country.

It’s even more likely in BC because of all the boots companies. Not to mention Seattle Woolen, now known as Filson, nearby.

Filson definitely had its own entire supply chain, making money off the Gold rush going Yukon in the North and San Francisco in the South. Seattle Woolen was part of that supply chain and its location right next to the water meant to me that they had some sort of tanning or finishing going on so it was easy for waste water treatment.
Most of the Canadian industries are surrounding the great lake neighboring the Americans like you said. There isn't a lot going on in the Western provinces.

The Durable brand is so mysterious. I've seen both English Durable brand and French Durable brand. I still think there are two Durable companies, one is American in California, one is from Quebec. For a jacket to travel 3000 miles in the 1950s just seemed a little unreal to me. The trans Canada Highway didn't quite reach BC from the eastern provinces until the early 60s. If the Durable jacket on the Hollywood set was from Canadian origin, then it had one hell of a journey, potentially a greater story than the movie that made it so infamous. 3000 miles, east to west, 1950s...

 

[Canuck Panda]

Well, here's my big potential one. Tough to gauge the condition of it, and it is pricey. Have another hour and a half or so to get about 100 off the asking price. As tough as it is to obtain excellent condition old vintage jackets, I really dislike it when there are condition issues. No ability to ask further questions about condition. Ralphs Pugh

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Golden Bear?

 

[AHP91]

Golden Bear?

Ralphs Pugh

 

[Nacho]

Filson definitely had its own entire supply chain, making money off the Gold rush going Yukon in the North and San Francisco in the South. Seattle Woolen was part of that supply chain and its location right next to the water meant to me that they had some sort of tanning or finishing going on so it was easy for waste water treatment.
Most of the Canadian industries are surrounding the great lake neighboring the Americans like you said. There isn't a lot going on in the Western provinces.

The Durable brand is so mysterious. I've seen both English Durable brand and French Durable brand. I still think there are two Durable companies, one is American in California, one is from Quebec. For a jacket to travel 3000 miles in the 1950s just seemed a little unreal to me. The trans Canada Highway didn't quite reach BC from the eastern provinces until the early 60s. If the Durable jacket on the Hollywood set was from Canadian origin, then it had one hell of a journey, potentially a greater story than the movie that made it so infamous. 3000 miles, east to west, 1950s...

Thanks for the insights. I'm in search for a Seattle Woolen half belt myself. Heard a lot of good things about them. But this maker seems to be a rarity. Excited for the hunt, though!

Ah, these mysteries behind these leather jackets. That's what keeps us going.

In fact, I've just got a trucker jacket with a faded label. Couldn't tell which brand it is but after some analysis and research, it turns out to be a 'Hard On Leather' label. This store was similar to Taste of Leather - they don't produce but white-label other makers' jacket.

Now, its location was on Polk St, San Fran, a few doors down from Johnson Leather. I believe JL do make jackets for other people to put their brand on. So after cleaning the trucker, I'm gonna shoot JL a message to see if this is one of their works.

But, something tells me that this is a work of Taubers because of the similarities to @tmitchell59 's Taubers trucker and other Taubers of this time (Hard On Leather was around during the late 70s and closed up shop in 1980).

I'll submit a post with pictures after I get more info from JL. Stay tuned! This one is gonna be a doozy.

 

[AHP91]

Well, here's my big potential one. Tough to gauge the condition of it, and it is pricey. Have another hour and a half or so to get about 100 off the asking price. As tough as it is to obtain excellent condition old vintage jackets, I really dislike it when there are condition issues. No ability to ask further questions about condition. Ralphs Pugh

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This one was bought. I'm a sucker for a 15% off coupon. I'll keep the leather jacket economy strong in the summer heat. Godspeed, friends

 

[tmitchell59]

Thanks for the insights. I'm in search for a Seattle Woolen half belt myself. Heard a lot of good things about them. But this maker seems to be a rarity. Excited for the hunt, though!

Ah, these mysteries behind these leather jackets. That's what keeps us going.

In fact, I've just got a trucker jacket with a faded label. Couldn't tell which brand it is but after some analysis and research, it turns out to be a 'Hard On Leather' label. This store was similar to Taste of Leather - they don't produce but white-label other makers' jacket.

Now, its location was on Polk St, San Fran, a few doors down from Johnson Leather. I believe JL do make jackets for other people to put their brand on. So after cleaning the trucker, I'm gonna shoot JL a message to see if this is one of their works.

But, something tells me that this is a work of Taubers because of the similarities to @tmitchell59 's Taubers trucker and other Taubers of this time (Hard On Leather was around during the late 70s and closed up shop in 1980).

I'll submit a post with pictures after I get more info from JL. Stay tuned! This one is gonna be a doozy.

Looking forward to seeing your trucker and the Ralphs-Pugh

 

[tmitchell59]

Thanks for the insights. I'm in search for a Seattle Woolen half belt myself. Heard a lot of good things about them. But this maker seems to be a rarity. Excited for the hunt, though!

Ah, these mysteries behind these leather jackets. That's what keeps us going.

In fact, I've just got a trucker jacket with a faded label. Couldn't tell which brand it is but after some analysis and research, it turns out to be a 'Hard On Leather' label. This store was similar to Taste of Leather - they don't produce but white-label other makers' jacket.

Now, its location was on Polk St, San Fran, a few doors down from Johnson Leather. I believe JL do make jackets for other people to put their brand on. So after cleaning the trucker, I'm gonna shoot JL a message to see if this is one of their works.

But, something tells me that this is a work of Taubers because of the similarities to @tmitchell59 's Taubers trucker and other Taubers of this time (Hard On Leather was around during the late 70s and closed up shop in 1980).

I'll submit a post with pictures after I get more info from JL. Stay tuned! This one is gonna be a doozy.

Dated 1984

 

[tmitchell59]

Filson definitely had its own entire supply chain, making money off the Gold rush going Yukon in the North and San Francisco in the South. Seattle Woolen was part of that supply chain and its location right next to the water meant to me that they had some sort of tanning or finishing going on so it was easy for waste water treatment.
Most of the Canadian industries are surrounding the great lake neighboring the Americans like you said. There isn't a lot going on in the Western provinces.

The Durable brand is so mysterious. I've seen both English Durable brand and French Durable brand. I still think there are two Durable companies, one is American in California, one is from Quebec. For a jacket to travel 3000 miles in the 1950s just seemed a little unreal to me. The trans Canada Highway didn't quite reach BC from the eastern provinces until the early 60s. If the Durable jacket on the Hollywood set was from Canadian origin, then it had one hell of a journey, potentially a greater story than the movie that made it so infamous. 3000 miles, east to west, 1950s...

Langlov quit producing leather around 1956 due to use of synthetic materials.

 

[tmitchell59]

Thanks for the insights. I'm in search for a Seattle Woolen half belt myself. Heard a lot of good things about them. But this maker seems to be a rarity. Excited for the hunt, though!

Seattle Woolen made a variety of jackets with a variety of leathers. They made some very interesting jackets too, most unique. They don't show up often. I've owned a couple with no label, so those exist if you know what you are looking for. I've had their jackets in beautiful Pony hide and heavy as they come horsehide.

I've got a Seattle Woolen for sale now without the label. Looks like a Freewheelers. This was their Police jacket and remained the same from the 30s through the 50s.

 

[torfjord]

Seattle Woolen made a variety of jackets with a variety of leathers. They made some very interesting jackets too, most unique. They don't show up often. I've owned a couple with no label, so those exist if you know what you are looking for. I've had their jackets in beautiful Pony hide and heavy as they come horsehide.


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I've got a Seattle Woolen for sale now without the label. Looks like a Freewheelers. This was their Police jacket and remained the same from the 30s through the 50s.

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I… shouldn’t ask but what size are that police jacket?

 

[tmitchell59]

I… shouldn’t ask but what size are that police jacket?

sent you a message

 

[Nacho]

Looking forward to seeing your trucker and the Ralphs-Pugh

You will soon, Terry. Think you’re gonna like this one.

 

[Nacho]

Seattle Woolen made a variety of jackets with a variety of leathers. They made some very interesting jackets too, most unique. They don't show up often. I've owned a couple with no label, so those exist if you know what you are looking for. I've had their jackets in beautiful Pony hide and heavy as they come horsehide.


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I've got a Seattle Woolen for sale now without the label. Looks like a Freewheelers. This was their Police jacket and remained the same from the 30s through the 50s.

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I have seen one on eBay, but it’s too small for me. I’ve also seen a few from Japan, but the price is ridiculous.

Thanks for the offer, Terry. But I’m currently looking for a Californian one. The one that Clint Eastwood wore in Highway Patrol. I’m only after a few styles of jacket that I really like.

 

[Nacho]

I… shouldn’t ask but what size are that police jacket?

All yours if you like it.

 

[tmitchell59]

I have seen one on eBay, but it’s too small for me. I’ve also seen a few from Japan, but the price is ridiculous.

Thanks for the offer, Terry. But I’m currently looking for a Californian one. The one that Clint Eastwood wore in Highway Patrol. I’m only after a few styles of jacket that I really like.

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Which California style is he wearing? Do you have a better image? I've got CSC police jackets.

 

[Nacho]

Which California style is he wearing? Do you have a better image? I've got CSC police jackets.

Will send you a message when I get home today. Thanks, Terry.

 

[JMax]

Patience paid off— Been looking for a nice canvas jacket. And I really like the LW Roadhouse.

 

[Tark]

Nabbed a Buzz Rickson B-10 "Test Sample" (some sort of hybrid between a B-10 and a Navy jacket) in size 38. I'm a size 36 with a single layer and a 38 with a thick sweater on, so I think choosing the 38 was the right decision since there's no tightness issues. It's pretty lightweight compared to its leather counterparts and its alpaca/wool lining is not itchy at all:


I've noticed that the midsection area has a more relaxed fit than what I'm used to, but it looks to be fine with a chunky sweater or any thick insulating layer:

 

[Canuck Panda]

I like it with the G-1 back. Makes a lot of sense. You made the right call not downsizing. The Japanese alpaca wool liners are very nice, they look like curly shearling with a two tone fur color look. I've got a Cushman civi B-15 that I wished it had the addtional features on your Buzz, action back, mouton collar, rayon/cotton double faced shell.

 

[Gypsymoth82]

My first half belt incoming. Taking a swing with very little to go on, but it's got some great details so hopefully it works out.