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  1. eClairvaux

    Horween USA and Aero Leather Joint Statement

    Hey HD, I think you missed something in my post. I said I have the possibility to have this done for the fun of it. I don't think it is necessary and I don't think Aero will or should do it. Anyway, for me it's just worth a try, because after all I will know a bit more, like what kind of horse...
  2. eClairvaux

    Horween USA and Aero Leather Joint Statement

    I remember that thread well and it was quite informative, though I don't think it is as much about identifying leather types, but rather discussing the question of functional advantages of each type, such as waterproofness.
  3. eClairvaux

    Horween USA and Aero Leather Joint Statement

    I wondered as well... I begin to think the hides with the long wrinkles (that none of my FQHH-labelled jackets have) and/or heavy grain are steer, while those with the higher sheen and finer pores are horse. Still very hard to tell though. I am tempted to let a friend who is a biochemist at the...
  4. eClairvaux

    Horween USA and Aero Leather Joint Statement

    I tried all search terms I could think of, but could not find any entry in the scottish courts register of it's current business, neither in Selkirk, nor Edinburgh. That's a bit odd, because usually the claim is made before informing the public. (http://www.scotcourts.gov.uk under "Current...
  5. eClairvaux

    Staff changes at Aero Leather

    Yep, agreed. Too much of a good thing can be wonderful. (Mae West)
  7. eClairvaux

    Staff changes at Aero Leather

    Well, provided there has been some development during the time of his absence and almost everyone's experience with Aero around here is from that time Will and Amanda were at the fore, Ken is practically a new man to me. I have written before that I think Holly is doing an excellent job. As for...
  8. eClairvaux

    Staff changes at Aero Leather

    The point is, the "they" have changed when it comes to customer service and since so many people have associated Aero with Will and Amanda and not only with Moira, Janet and others actually sewing, this discussion is going on. As long as Holly, Lydia and Ken get a fair chance to try and take...
  9. eClairvaux

    The Denim Thread: Questions & Answers, Pics & Fits

    I own three pairs of Iron Hearts and wash them all the time, simply because I can't get away with more than 5 days or wearing them straight. I also don't mind, I don't buy that whole non-washing thing. That was what brought Europe the plague, remember people :-) I am still quite happy with how...
  10. eClairvaux

    Staff changes at Aero Leather

    Thanks for the reply Holly! As I stated earlier, I respect your decision and I am fully aware that I can't see what you see from my outside view. I had just hoped it's worth re-stating what I felt hasn't been said about collaborations (with whomever, say Nigel Cabourn actually stating who makes...
  11. eClairvaux

    Staff changes at Aero Leather

    As for the IH/Aero collaboration, I understand there might be good business reasons to get rid of it. However, one reason you (Holly) gave was that their changes to the base jacket's design did not fit Aero's understanding of vintage and what your brand is about. I beg to disagree. Firstly...
  13. eClairvaux

    White's Semi-dress Boots..

    Still great looking boots, very lovely and subtle color combination! I have to ask which is which in regards to leathers? As for the block vs. cuban heel: I have both in various combinations and can't say the difference is that significant to me. I'd say the heel height and the sole...
  14. eClairvaux

    White's Semi-dress Boots..

    Amazing color way and very tasteful collection! Congratulations!
  15. eClairvaux

    White's Semi-dress Boots..

    AFAIK they never did. Check Baker's or any of the other dealers' websites.
  16. eClairvaux

    New Aero 'Pioneer'

    The pioneer is the first "new" design from Aero that hits a homerun with me in a long time. I have seen and handled deer skins with similar properties, but know they are notoriously hard to come by. I am working on it to obtain some though.
  17. eClairvaux

    Pike Brothers Shop

    Pike Bros is actually bavarian, so bigger sizes should be nothing strange for them.
  19. eClairvaux

    White's Semi-dress Boots..

    Perfection! Congratulations!
  20. eClairvaux

    White's Semi-dress Boots..

    Nice pair of boots! Personally I could not get myself to order blue ones, since I think they virtually exclude being worn with Jeans. There are not too many other casual pants in my wardrobe, but they should go well with grey or brown Harris Tweed or Corduroy. What do you plan on combining them...
  21. eClairvaux

    What Jacket are you wearing 'this month?'

    My current favorite: Rapha "Mac" jacket:
  22. eClairvaux

    White's Semi-dress Boots..

    Well, I dropped from EE (F) to E and found that was definitely manageable. I tried D before, but they were definitely too small. So without really knowing how to measure that, I'd say those widths are substantially different, though 5cm diameter is definitely too much. It's more like 1cm, but...
  23. eClairvaux

    White's Semi-dress Boots..

    Same here. When trusting White's with the sizing, they were one size too large and too wide. They recommended 9,5 EEE (F) and I am now set on 9E's in all their different models and still have plenty of room (which I like). I guess they just like to be on the safe side. As for your boots, it's...

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