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    Cross zip nation

    Cool and unique jacket. Well done and congratualtions!
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    Five Star Leather Jackets

    Hi. Did you have this same hide? Same color/weight "CHL"? Shawn didn't say anything about an overdye, just that it is a Naked hide. I took that to mean there was dye in the drum to get this color but otherwise, nothing applied. If I do spray with water, I'm guessing it would just be an even...
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    Five Star Leather Jackets

    Now, that is funny! Thanks again to everyone who has chimed in with advice and thoughts on this jacket. I hope to be able to provide some better pictures at some point. It's supposed to rain here for the next few days so outdoor, natural light pics will likely have to wait. I asked Shawn and...
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    Five Star Leather Jackets

    Thanks all, for your thoughts and advice. The wool feels good and is warm. It isnt super thick. Also, it isn't merino or cashmere. It's scratchier than that but not problematic for me.
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    Five Star Leather Jackets

    So, a few initial thoughts. This jacket looks quite good to my eye. I really like the design and execution. I think they did a great job with my request. This jacket weighs 6.5lb on my bathroom scale! It is stiffer and heavier than I expected. I can't imagine what 2.2mm (or whatever their...
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    Five Star Leather Jackets

    And, a few more. It’s cloudy and getting dark here so no outside pictures today.
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    Five Star Leather Jackets

    Here we go:
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    Five Star Leather Jackets

    Yep. I will for sure. I'm excited for this one but trying to temper it some in case it turns out to be a dud. My worries include fit (of course) and whether or not the wool lining is any good. Fingers crossed. This is my third go at a 5* jacket. Previously I am 1 for 2 as the first one, I sent...
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    Five Star Leather Jackets

    Well, things are looking up. DHL: underpromising and overdelivering. If it does, in fact, make it here today, it will have arrived early from the original promised delivery date. nice!
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    Five Star Leather Jackets

    Yep. I mean, it supposedly left Cinnci a day ago and so why it went to another state (in which I do not live) is beyond me. Oh well...if it was sent FedEx, it would likely take until next year to arrive so I will count my blessings. :)
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    A visit to leather jacket heaven in Thessaloniki - Thedi Leathers!

    Now that, to me, is very interesting and seems to explain how I perceive the look of Thedi leather used in jackets. Washing and tumbling it for such a long time sure gives it a "look". Great looking jackets for sure. Congratulations.
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    Five Star Leather Jackets

    Sigh.....
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    Five Star Leather Jackets

    That's a damn fine looking coat, to my eye. I don't know that it gets cold enough for me to wear one but I do kinda want it :)
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    Five Star Leather Jackets

    I asked Shawn what he thought was the “best” leather for this coat after mine was completed. He said “steerhide up to 1.4mm thickness maximum “. I think if I have another crosszip made, it would be with their premium goat as I like my CR from them with that. Anyway, here’s hoping that this...
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    Five Star Leather Jackets

    Hi. That is a wool lining for the body and satin for the sleeves. I actually didn't spec riveted for the hanger...at first, they forgot to include a hanger and had to go back and do it later. My guess is that the leather is too thick to sew through easily and so rivets might be the most...
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    Five Star Leather Jackets

    A few more pics:
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    Five Star Leather Jackets

    That does look nice!! And warm, too.
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    Five Star Leather Jackets

    according to Shawn, this was a challenge. It’s taken more than a month of emails and texts, back and forth to get it right. I am pretty pleased with the results but as usual, a little apprehensive as to fit. Will know more before too long, hopefully.
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    Five Star Leather Jackets

    I’ll just leave this here for now.
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    Five Star Leather Jackets

    What specifically do you not like? 5* allows full customization so you could make most any change you need.... Some people here have had good experiences with their shearling jackets.

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