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  1. tmitchell59

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

    I certainly would have purchased this jacket. I'm looking forward to the tale of the tape, size 40 or 42! To me, the size on this jacket would be somewhat irrelevant. No doubt, by style and price, an early 1930s jacket. Shanhouse of Rockford. Illinois is known for this jacket style, I belive...
  2. tmitchell59

    Finds and Deals - Leather Jacket Edition

    I agree, issues with the upper arm and shoulder. Does not look good. I have a similar Block in Steerhide that has had some mods. I typically stay away from these issues. I'm not sure anything can be done to repair these sensitive areas.
  3. tmitchell59

    “A. Pritzker & Sons” Research: Air-O-Coat, Pritzker Sportswear, Pritzker Fine Outerwear etc.

    I'm glad it got to you. I've had the jacket for several years. Enjoy!
  4. tmitchell59

    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    Any story on this secret agent zipper pull?
  5. tmitchell59

    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    It is a Special Jacket for me. The history always add to the character of a Jacket, gives a place in time. I do have a Sears bought in 1951, but this is the only jacket that has a reference to my birth year, 1952. It is rare to get a story with the jacket.. I don't ask much anymore. I'd be...
  7. tmitchell59

    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    1952 Monarch Steerhide motorcycle jacket. Purchased from a member from the great state of Missouri. He Purchased this jacket at a gas station in Sturgis South Dakota from the original owner who bought it in 1952. The only jacket I have from my birth year. Check out the video on my YouTube...
  8. tmitchell59

    FS California Montgomery Ward Horsehide Cross Zip sz ~42

    Yes, this is a California Sportswear jacket. I have one with the original tags; MW and CSC horsehide tag. I had another that did not have any tags as I recall, also had side zips and belt removed. I have also seen this style without the side zips. I call these transitional Aviators, The...
  9. tmitchell59

    Laskinlamb Black/Black Grizzly Repro Size 40

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  10. tmitchell59

    Ralphs-Pugh Company

    What a Beast! The Collar is magnificent! I have a couple with collars, but they don't seem so striking. The King returns on a motorcycle!
  11. tmitchell59

    Vintage Brooks Cafe Racer

    These were called, Leather Shirts and Racing shirts. This is from the Brooks 1973 catalog: Brooks was a true American Icon in Leather Sportswear. You found a well worn one. Nice. This is my early 60s split back. It has a ghost racing number on the back. You can't see it in this pictures.
  13. tmitchell59

    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    Early 60s Taubers straight zipPolice jacket. Leather on the orange label jackets are not noted. Not horsehide. Measurements said too big, but it fits fine. Taubers are a favorite.
  14. tmitchell59

    Vintage Outerwear: Threads of the Past

    Yes, Capeskin.
  15. tmitchell59

    Finds and Deals - Leather Jacket Edition

    A beauty! Wartime cut out zipper.
  16. tmitchell59

    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    Happy Labor Day!!
  17. tmitchell59

    Vintage Outerwear: Threads of the Past

    I may have some information too.
  19. tmitchell59

    Vintage Outerwear: Threads of the Past

    That is a beauty! Looks like Capeskin in the interior with the rough out. Is the surface course? not smooth like suede? The zipper says mid 40s. Fall here is great weather for a suede. You should do a deep dive into this company. They were prolific maker. I'm not award they made jackets...
  20. tmitchell59

    Finds and Deals - Leather Jacket Edition

    Yes, this jacket has been advertised in the past. You agree that zipper is not original. I have a theory on the maker, Blatt of Chicago. these early Sears wool lined went through some changes in their short life. I will post more details in the Sears MC thread.
  21. tmitchell59

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

    I figured too big even when it was laying on my porch. It is definitely a size 46 on. Probably weighs 7 pounds. The seller did an excellent job on the loose zipper tape. At 180 pounds it is big through the shoulders. When i get a heavy shirt on it will be fine. It is a cool jacket with...
  22. tmitchell59

    Vintage Outerwear: Threads of the Past

    4 California Sportswear jackets. 2 on left Cowhide, 2 on right Horsehide. The Aviator in the corner has a Wards label and late 40s. The others are 1950s
  23. tmitchell59

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

    Taubers just arrived. Thought it would too big, but it is OK. Got it here. Thanks to the seller. Nice job on the separated pin. Great staight zip Police jacket.

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