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  1. technovox

    Vintage Goatskin Langlitz Motorcycle Jacket – 30 years Plus

    I thought this might be of interest to anyone who is wondering about the kind of patina a goatskin jacket can attain after several years of wear. I scored this vintage goatskin Langlitz Cascade jacket a few months ago and I finally got it back from the repair shop yesterday (it needed a little...
  2. technovox

    New Diamond Dave Shinki Horsehide Buco J-100

    So many times I've been close to pulling the trigger on a Diamond Dave Buco J-100. I’m not really the type to count stitches, and I’ve always been enamored of Shinki horsehide. So when Dave lowered his prices on the horsehide, it was a no brainer. Dave was extremely patient, always personally...
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    Vintage Herm's Leathertogs- Epaulets on a Cafe Racer?

    I don’t know why, but I’ve been trying to find a classic Herm’s Leathertogs Café Racer for a few years now. Just one of those obsessive things us collectors do- the totally impractical “I want that rare one” syndrome. So just a few months ago, a Herm’s Leathertogs in beautiful original condition...
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    Vintage Horsehide Harley Sportster Café Racer- Latest Score

    For the longest time, I’ve been on a quest to find the perfect Harley Sportster “One Pocket” café racer. I’m not sure why, but I’ve always loved the wonderfully minimalistic design, the no frills back, the cool and versatile shirt-jacket style, the Harley label and all the history that comes...
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    Original vs. Repro?

    Excuse me if this has been discussed before, but I can’t seem to find this topic specifically addressed in any searches, and it seems timely. When ordering a custom jacket, is it necessary to slavishly follow every last detail of the original (say in the case of a Buco J100 or Half-belt?) Or...
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    New Rail Coat (by Johnson Leathers)

    One of the regulars, Jon11 from Ireland, asked me to commence this thread on his behalf and help post some pics of his new “Rail Coat”- made by Johnson Leathers. He assured me he would step in to answer any questions about the jacket, fit, leather, details, etc. (I’m just helping out here, and...
  8. technovox

    FS EBAY Aero Sheene FQHH Brown Jacket 42 $750 USD

    Selling my Aero Horsehide Sheene. I just don't wear that much here in the San Francisco climate. Check it out here on EBAY. http://www.ebay.com/itm/121627671781?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2648 I'm willing to ship internationally for FDL members. Feel free to PM me if...
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    New Johnson Half-Belt in Horween Overdyed Black

    Recently, I've had some inquiries about my new Johnson Half-Belt in the overdyed black, and I promised some pics. To start, I took a half-belt (Levis- Blue Black - aka Speedway) to Alan at Johnson Leathers. I like the 30's design, but the dimensions of the Levis original were all wrong for me...
  10. technovox

    My New Find- Vintage Cal Leathers Horsehide Jacket

    It seems sometimes I get so wrapped up and enchanted by all these newer jackets, I tend to overlook the time tested classics (upon which many of these newer models are based.) So while I’m waiting for my new Aero iteration from Thurston, here’s a look at something I picked up recently- a vintage...
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    Some perspective on leather jacket pricing?

    I was just idly thumbing through the J Crew catalog that arrived in the mail a few minutes ago, when I noticed they had a “Leather Flight Jacket” going for $1095. Yes, I had to read it again. $1095. No customization, only available in standard S/M/L sizes, etc. “Imported” which could mean...
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    My new Johnson Horsehide Jacket

    I wasn't really intending to post this jacket, just because this is probably not typical of Johnson Leathers and I made a lot of mods. But since there were some inquiries, here it is: my latest jacket from Johnson Leathers was again based on a M200-J. I love the functionality and simplicity of...
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    Vintage Golden Bear Cafe Racer on EBAY

    I'm currently selling a vintage Golden Bear cafe racer leather jacket on ebay. Approximate size 42. I've had it up a couple of times. This is one of thickest Golden Bears I've ever owned, (and I've owned more than my share of these.) Older Golden Bear label. Talon zips. Beautiful brown chestnut...
  15. technovox

    My New Aero Sheene - Pics

    I finally had a chance to snap some shots of my new Aero Sheene. There haven't been too many pics of the Aero Sheene jacket to be found on this forum, so I thought this may help those who are interested in an alternative to the Aero cafe racer or the 30's Half-belt. I've had it approximately 2...
  16. technovox

    My New Himel Kensington Horsehide Cafe Racer

    Per request here are some pics of my latest score- a Himel "Kensington" Horsehide Cafe racer. This one was an off-the-rack, not a custom fit- bought it second hand. A little generous in the body, but the shoulders, sleeve and length seem just about right. The horsehide has some the most...
  17. technovox

    Anyone ever order an Aero midweight horsehide jacket? Or Aero's Sheene?

    I'm about to pull the trigger on that new model of Aero Sheene. I'm torn between ordering it in a midweight horsehide or FQHH in brown. I already have the thick and heavy 4oz Chromexcel overdyed black hide from Johnson ( a beast in weight,) and I've got a black FQHH Halfbelt from Aero on the...
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    My New Johnson Leathers - Horween chromexcel overdyed Jacket

    A few months ago, I was in the Johnson Leathers shop checking out the M-200 jackets. Although I like the M-200 style with the spread collar and zippered sleeves, I'm not a motorcycle rider, so the shorter, tight fit body didn't make as much sense for me. But when searching through their racks, I...
  20. technovox

    New Aero FQHH Half-belt arrived...Breaking in question.

    Hi Guys, I'm still on the Aero learning curve here. I just received my first brand new Aero, and it's a beauty. It's a 30's half-belt in FQHH black. The arms are the perfect length, the body is the perfect length, I love the style and quality, the lining, the hardware. Everything about it. But...
  21. technovox

    Starting over with my Aero Half-Belt Order- Which Option?

    Hi All, I ordered an FQHH Aero 30's half-belt over a month ago. Because I have wide shoulders, and a trim body, and somewhat on the slender side coming in at 6'/165lbs, the Aero 30's half-belt seemed like a perfect fit. Except that I have a long waist. Consequently, I feel that the 30's...
  22. technovox

    New Member here (Soon to be an Aero FQHH Half Belt owner)

    Hi All, I just wanted to thank everyone for providing a wealth of information and details on Aero, Vanson, Johnson Leathers, and Schott jackets. This group is remarkable in the amount of knowledge, depth of experience and detail provided here, and the members willing to take the time to provide...
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