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  1. VestCoast

    Himel Kensington Shinki

    I got this from the classifieds here, so it didn't come from HB. I did actually order an Avro with them in August 2020 and received it at the end of January though. I would absolutely send an email in at this point and check in with them because that's a pretty long wait time.
  2. VestCoast

    Himel Kensington Shinki

    I find it fun to see members here wearing the same jacket after a trip through the classifieds so I thought I would dredge up this thread. Got this lovely jacket in on Monday and the hide on this one is something special. The cotton lining makes it easy to throw on and its got just enough room...
  3. VestCoast

    Comparison - Wesco Mr Lou to John Lofgren Engineer

    Really prefer the double leather insole on the JLs. The single mid sole with the half Vibram sole on the Mr Lou just doesn't sit quite right with me.
  4. VestCoast

    FS: Buzz Rickson peacoat 42

    PM'd
  5. VestCoast

    Himel Kensington SHINKI leather cafe racer jacket size 44 tage size 46

    Really looking forward to it, numbers look right so I'm just hoping it fits. Seems like there's a slimmer margin for a good fit on cafe racers. Incredible jacket, love the black oil tan.
  7. VestCoast

    Himel Kensington SHINKI leather cafe racer jacket size 44 tage size 46

    Pm'd, great jacket!
  8. VestCoast

    Engineer Boots, Harness Boots...

    Might want to look into ropers instead of harness boots. I have a pair of Viberg ropers that are quite comfortable and much easier to take on and off than engineers because of the lower height. So nice not to have to mess with laces when flying though, can just kick them off.
  9. VestCoast

    Himel Bros Chevalier bis

    I don't really see your comparison of Field Leathers to Himel as valid. Greg is brand new and getting established, quite successfully so far. Himel has been around for 11 years. Greg has a 6 month waitlist(and growing), more than twice Himel's wait time. Goodwear is years long. Who knows what...
  10. VestCoast

    Himel Bros Chevalier bis

    Previous page in this thread has some discussion over profit margins and jacket production costs, particularly re: Himel. I think the post below captures what I'm responding to. Just trying to point out we don't really know what the profit margin is, particularly because the overhead and...
  11. VestCoast

    Himel Bros Chevalier bis

    This is a good comparison but I think in the case of the smaller makers (Himel, GW, FL, Thedi) a lot of overhead is undefined. Its easier to break out and compartmentalize the fashion industry because of the scale (and your experience in it), but in the case of FL for example Greg is maintaining...
  13. VestCoast

    Himel Bros Chevalier bis

    I'm sure that history gives you a lot of insight into the industry side, but you compared the overhead of the luxury model with niche maker model, which still seems to speculate on the overhead costs of the niche makers.
  14. VestCoast

    Himel Bros Chevalier bis

    I agree its not the same, but this is still speculation. All the makers that are discussed on this forum have some sort of work space and equipment maintenance costs that fashion houses don't have to deal with, because they generally just order their runs from factories. Material costs...
  15. VestCoast

    Himel Bros Chevalier bis

    The wholesale price in the fashion industry is 2-2.5x the manufacturing cost, which is then doubled again for the retail price. So a manufacturing price of $1200 means the retail should be in the range of $4800 if the jacket was made by a fashion house. Considering the overall effort in sourcing...
  16. VestCoast

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

    Its pigment finished dark brown, which I believe is full aniline.
  17. VestCoast

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

    Jacket came with two snap covers, but they go on the male snaps that the lapels snap down onto. The female snaps on the lapels don't have covers.
  19. VestCoast

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

    The lapels are actually snapped down in this photo--there is a female snap facing out, and a male snap directly underneath so the jacket can be snapped shut both fully zipped or open.
  20. VestCoast

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

    Himel Avro landed last night, the grain is incredible. Was able to get an old stock buckle which looks terrific. Can't wait to break it in!
  21. VestCoast

    Aero Hooch Hauler 40 Cordovan CXLFQHH

    Jacket has been sold, thanks!
  22. VestCoast

    Stevenson Overall Coloma Trousers 32

    Worn only to try on. Size 32 Stevenson Overall Coloma Trousers in size 32, made up in a tan/brown canvas. Awesome pants, the gusseted crotch and cinch back are stand out details. Looking for $200 shipped, no returns, preferably in US. Waist-17 Thigh-12 FR-12.75 BR-15.25 Inseam-35
  23. VestCoast

    Aero Hooch Hauler 40 Cordovan CXLFQHH

    Selling size 40 Aero Hooch Hauler in cordovan FQHH. Very hard to photograph the color but its definitely a burgundy. Lined with brown herringbone wool. There is a small scuff on the front pocket, shown below. Otherwise impeccable shape, barely worn. Looking for $800 shipped, no returns...

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