Aero Leather Zip-Sleeve Highwayman in Badalassi Steerhide Size 42

[Longship152]

Hello,
New member here, ‘though I have enjoyed reading posts on the Fedora Lounge for the past couple of years and have learned a lot about leathers and styles and different makers from more knowledgeable folks. Also, that my wife is incorrect in calling my fondness for leather jackets a fetish.
I have four Aero Leather jackets (had five but gave one to my daughter) and have decided to offer this one for sale since I wear it the least - in fact have only worn it perhaps half a dozen times since buying it in 2022. It is in nearly new condition, just a few very slight break in creases at the elbows. I’m sure many members know about the Badalassi Steerhide that Aero Leather uses. This jacket is in Tobacco; I think it’s a gorgeous rich color. The body lining is their soft, lightweight wool from Lochcarron in Auld Scotland plaid. Sleeves are lined with their silky smooth olive cotton sateen. I added an open inside pocket on the wearer’s left.
It is the zip-sleeve version of the Highwayman, with one notable customization; I had it made without the front yoke since I preferred a smooth front without seams. The zippers are the Universal ones in brass.
It is a standard Aero Leather size 42; sleeve length 26”, back length 27”, shoulder width 20”. I tried to get a pit to pit measurement - found it a little tricky to get the jacket to lay flat - but think it’s pretty close to 25”. I’ll attach a couple of pictures showing how I tried to get it.
Anyway, I have it listed on EBay for $875, but I think I’m going to cancel the listing because EBay charges what I think are exorbitant fees. FWIW, I checked a few days ago and this same jacket, at the current exchange rate is going for over $1400. Thanks for looking - happy to answer any questions.

 

[secretz]

Hello,
New member here, ‘though I have enjoyed reading posts on the Fedora Lounge for the past couple of years and have learned a lot about leathers and styles and different makers from more knowledgeable folks. Also, that my wife is incorrect in calling my fondness for leather jackets a fetish.
I have four Aero Leather jackets (had five but gave one to my daughter) and have decided to offer this one for sale since I wear it the least - in fact have only worn it perhaps half a dozen times since buying it in 2022. It is in nearly new condition, just a few very slight break in creases at the elbows. I’m sure many members know about the Badalassi Steerhide that Aero Leather uses. This jacket is in Tobacco; I think it’s a gorgeous rich color. The body lining is their soft, lightweight wool from Lochcarron in Auld Scotland plaid. Sleeves are lined with their silky smooth olive cotton sateen. I added an open inside pocket on the wearer’s left.
It is the zip-sleeve version of the Highwayman, with one notable customization; I had it made without the front yoke since I preferred a smooth front without seams. The zippers are the Universal ones in brass.
It is a standard Aero Leather size 42; sleeve length 26”, back length 27”, shoulder width 20”. I tried to get a pit to pit measurement - found it a little tricky to get the jacket to lay flat - but think it’s pretty close to 25”. I’ll attach a couple of pictures showing how I tried to get it.
Anyway, I have it listed on EBay for $875, but I think I’m going to cancel the listing because EBay charges what I think are exorbitant fees. FWIW, I checked a few days ago and this same jacket, at the current exchange rate is going for over $1400. Thanks for looking - happy to answer any questions.

Hi. Where do you ship from?

 

[Longship152]

Hi. Where do you ship from?

Bend, Oregon

 

[BikerMan]

Beauuuutiful jacket

 

[Longship152]

I would welcome perspectives on the value of this Aero Leather jacket. Do other members consider Aero Leather a desirable brand, and what would you consider to be a good price for this one? Thanks.

 

[AeroFan_07]

I would welcome perspectives on the value of this Aero Leather jacket. Do other members consider Aero Leather a desirable brand, and what would you consider to be a good price for this one? Thanks.

Unfortunately, there seems to have been a "market saturation" for Aero's and especially on the used market. If you search ebay well over 50% of ones you find listed are from Japan.

I am in a similar situation as I have two left, and both for sale, and realizing I will not get close to what I paid for them now. Not to mention sales in the US of many higher ticket goods are at a standstill right now.

 

[Longship152]

Unfortunately, there seems to have been a "market saturation" for Aero's and especially on the used market. If you search ebay well over 50% of ones you find listed are from Japan.

I am in a similar situation as I have two left, and both for sale, and realizing I will not get close to what I paid for them now. Not to mention sales in the US of many higher ticket goods are at a standstill right now.

Unfortunately, there seems to have been a "market saturation" for Aero's and especially on the used market. If you search ebay well over 50% of ones you find listed are from Japan.

I am in a similar situation as I have two left, and both for sale, and realizing I will not get close to what I paid for them now. Not to mention sales in the US of many higher ticket goods are at a standstill right now.

Thanks - I was beginning to wonder if that was the case.

 

[photo2u]

Love your jacket. However, the size is just a big on me.

 

[Biff42]

As someone else has pointed out, the market is saturated with Aero's. They last forever and the used ones with grain are prized almost as much as newer ones.

Why not price it how you want and drop the price every week until someone buys it? Don't clog the classifieds by simply bumping it, be sure to drop the price. You'll never recoup your initial cost, which is why I never buy jackets new.