My Schott 519 in Brown – Thoughts, Fit, and My Growing Collection

[Leather&Fit]

That gives even more reason to worry
I'd highly recommend buying something that fits you rather than butchering an existing jacket via tailoring.
But I honestly hope it works out well for you! Looking forward to seeing the updated fit.
Either way - thank you for your contribution to the forum!

Thanks for your perspective — I’ll definitely share an updated video once the jacket comes back from the tailor. I’m genuinely curious myself to see how the changes affect the fit.

Since most of my jackets in size L fit very well, I assumed the same would apply here. Turns out the 519 fits quite differently, which actually makes this post more valuable for others considering this model.

I'm not trying to sell anything or push a look — just sharing honest impressions to help others make better-informed choices. If my experience helps someone avoid a similar misstep, that's a win in my book.

Appreciate the exchange and the constructive input.

 

[Egalter]

You mean you are wearing your jacket with tags on for real? You cannot be serious!

 

[Monitor]

Yeah, why ruin a jacket like that? The jacket fits you - Just that it doesn't fit you the way you intended which isn't what alterations are for. Just sell it if you don't like it. You'll sell it anyway, eventually, as no alteration is going to change your mind.
It never does.

The photos are very nice.

 

[Carlos840]

Hello fellow leather enthusiasts,


I wanted to share my thoughts on the Schott 519 in Brown (Size L) and how it fits compared to other Schott jackets I own. Over the years, I have built a collection of Schott jackets, including:

• Schott 626 in L
• Schott 689H in 42
• Schott Perfecto 1 in M
• Schott 740C in 42
• Schott 118 in 42
• Schott 141 in 42
• Schott 570 in L
• And now, finally, my dream jacket: the Schott 519 in L (Brown, Factory Sale)

I always trusted Schott NYC’s online size guide, which worked well for my 626 in L, but unfortunately, the 519 in L turned out to be larger than expected. It has an amazing fit and finish, but I believe an M would have been a better choice for me. The cost of alterations in my area is quite high (around €400), so I’m currently figuring out the best solution.


I have started creating content on YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram to help others find their perfect Schott jacket size and see how these fantastic jackets look in real life, especially since it's difficult to try them on in stores here in Germany. If anyone is interested in the Schott 519 (or any of the jackets I own), my video might be helpful:


YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LEATHERFIT
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@leather.fit
Instagram: @leather.and.fit

519 L brown:

I’d love to hear from anyone who also owns a 519—how does it compare to your other Schott jackets? And for those considering it, feel free to ask me anything about the fit, details, and differences compared to other models.


Looking forward to your thoughts!


Best regards,
Yasin
(Leather & Fit – Content Creator)

This still looks like an oversized jacket...
I would sell and move on, no amount of butchering will make it fit well.

 

[Leather&Fit]

This still looks like an oversized jacket...
I would sell and move on, no amount of butchering will make it fit well.

Hey, thanks for your input!
Actually, it was definitely worth it for me – I had it professionally tailored and the result turned out great!
Here’s the update if you’re curious:

Sometimes it’s worth giving a great jacket a second chance instead of selling it.

 

[Leather&Fit]

You mean you are wearing your jacket with tags on for real? You cannot be serious!

Hahaha of course not!
I kept the tags on at first because I was considering selling it if it didn’t work out.
But after getting it tailored and finally being happy with the fit, the tags are off now!

 

[Leather&Fit]

Yeah, why ruin a jacket like that? The jacket fits you - Just that it doesn't fit you the way you intended which isn't what alterations are for. Just sell it if you don't like it. You'll sell it anyway, eventually, as no alteration is going to change your mind.
It never does.

The photos are very nice.

Thanks for your thoughts!
I totally get where you're coming from – but in this case, it actually worked out really well after the small alteration.
Here’s the update if you’re curious:

I'm genuinely happy with it now and glad I didn’t sell it.

 

[TartuWolf]

@Leather&Fit
I'm glad you're pleased with the process and result of the alteration!
Here are my requests if you have time:
1 . Can you list the alterations that were done including how large the change was in cm?
2 . What was the approximate price for the alteration?
3 . Could you post some stills / photos in the same poses of the before and after shots side by side so that we can see more clearly?
4 . Perhaps you could also take the same poses under the same conditions with your other existing Schott jackets that fit you very well in your opinion next to pre and post alteration shorts? Then we can see how this jacket compares to other stock Schott models in the same size to this jacket pre and post alteration. Curious how close the alteration got this model to non-altered well fitting stock ones.
Thank you again for your contribution to the forum, especially considering the production quality that you bring along with you.
Cheers!

 

[Monitor]

The shop shaved the sleeve off at the top, at the shoulders, from what I can see. The cuff hasn't been altered. They do fit better. They also narrowed the shoulders slightly. A lot of work, all in all.

 

[Peter Mackin]

The jacket fits better but imo still far too long on you,much better it was sold and let you find a jacket that worked Again just my opinion, I'm glad it's worked for you.

 

[Leather&Fit]

@Leather&Fit
I'm glad you're pleased with the process and result of the alteration!
Here are my requests if you have time:
1 . Can you list the alterations that were done including how large the change was in cm?
2 . What was the approximate price for the alteration?
3 . Could you post some stills / photos in the same poses of the before and after shots side by side so that we can see more clearly?
4 . Perhaps you could also take the same poses under the same conditions with your other existing Schott jackets that fit you very well in your opinion next to pre and post alteration shorts? Then we can see how this jacket compares to other stock Schott models in the same size to this jacket pre and post alteration. Curious how close the alteration got this model to non-altered well fitting stock ones.
Thank you again for your contribution to the forum, especially considering the production quality that you bring along with you.
Cheers!

Thanks a lot, really appreciate the kind words and support!

Here's the info you asked for:

1. Alterations:

• Shortened the sleeves
• Brought the shoulders in slightly
• Tightened the chest by about 1.5 cm
  (No changes to the back length – I wanted to keep that stock.)

1. Price:
   Around 230€ total for everything. Took about 10 days to get it back.
2. Before/After comparison:
   I actually made a full video showing the before and after – it's easier to see the difference in movement and proportions that way. You can watch it here:
3. Comparison with other Schott jackets:
   That’s a great idea. I'm thinking about making a follow-up video soon comparing the altered 519 with my stock 118, 626, and 689H to show how close the fit is now compared to unaltered models.

Thanks again for the great questions – it really motivates me to keep documenting this journey! Cheers!

 

[Carlos840]

Hey, thanks for your input!
Actually, it was definitely worth it for me – I had it professionally tailored and the result turned out great!
Here’s the update if you’re curious:

Sometimes it’s worth giving a great jacket a second chance instead of selling it.

I mean it still looks like you are wearing somebody else's jacket, it's too long and i'm sure that if i had it in hand i would be able to see signs of alterations.

You have spent 230 euros and you now have a jacket that still doesn't fit well and that you will never be able to sell for what you have put in it.

IMO not worth it, still think you would have been better of selling and finding somethign that fits you well.

 

[TheHamPimp]

Yeh, the back is too long for your torso, for a traditional double-zip. If you like it, that's all that matters, but since you came here asking, that's my take.

The leather on the jacket and your video skills are top-notch, however!

 

[Carlos840]

Yeh, the back is too long for your torso, for a traditional double-zip. If you like it, that's all that matters, but since you came here asking, that's my take.

The leather on the jacket and your video skills are top-notch, however!

Dude, ham is my second favourite thing in the world, what style of ham you Pimpin'?

 

[TartuWolf]

Dude, ham is my second favourite thing in the world, what style of ham you Pimpin'?

So glad to see you back participating in the forum life Carlos

 

[TheHamPimp]

Dude, ham is my second favourite thing in the world, what style of ham you Pimpin'?

Haha. It's short for one of my favorite movie characters:

 

[Justsomedude]

I'm sure everyone's opinion has been made perfectly clear at this point, no? Op produced enjoyable content and got the jacket to fit like they want, no need to express your feelings about the fit anymore at this point.

 

[TartuWolf]

I'm sure everyone's opinion has been made perfectly clear at this point, no? Op produced enjoyable content and got the jacket to fit like they want, no need to express your feelings about the fit anymore at this point.

And you feel the need to tell other members what needs to be expressed and what doesn't? You sure that's a viable strategy on a forum?

 

[Aloysius]

Taking in the chest of a leather jacket by 1.5cm might be the most pointless alteration I've ever heard of, and within the margin of error.

I'm guessing Justsomedude is one of OP's fellow TikTok influencers and the TikTok guys have discovered TFL as a source of free information.

 

[Leather&Fit]

I mean it still looks like you are wearing somebody else's jacket, it's too long and i'm sure that if i had it in hand i would be able to see signs of alterations.

You have spent 230 euros and you now have a jacket that still doesn't fit well and that you will never be able to sell for what you have put in it.

IMO not worth it, still think you would have been better of selling and finding somethign that fits you well.

Thanks for your honest feedback I appreciate you taking the time.

I actually bought the 519 for a very fair price and wouldn’t be able to find it again in that condition and size for anything close to what I paid. Selling was an option I considered, but I ultimately decided to keep it because I like the jacket and don’t plan to sell it anyway. The tailoring was a personal investment to get the fit closer to what I want.

Sure, it's not a perfect off-the-rack look, but I feel good wearing it now and that’s what matters most to me. At the end of the day, I think jackets are like shoes: the best ones are the ones you actually wear.