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I solved it. It’s an older Branded Garments jacket from their peak quality years (IMO) like when they used the “gold” label (all gold lettering and logo on a black background)
funny enough, this exact jacket showed up on Ebay today. Originally came from Japan (for less than half the current asking price)I'm on the hunt for a jacket like this -- if anyone has seen something similar to this, let me know. thanks
I have had this gap in all jackets with shoulder gussets and find it ok so. But in the meantime I prefer my jackets without gussets.View attachment 545429
What's everyone's opinion on the gap you get with shoulder gussets? Between the back and the sleeve. I prefer a snugger fit/smaller gap.
This is traditional cossack style c.1934. A jacket I have sought. The Condition issues would need much further clarification. My interest is limited by the size. As popular as these were they are rarely seen today.funny enough, this exact jacket showed up on Ebay today. Originally came from Japan (for less than half the current asking price)
Depends on your need for riding or movementView attachment 545429
What's everyone's opinion on the gap you get with shoulder gussets? Between the back and the sleeve. I prefer a snugger fit/smaller gap.
I meant the width of the gap... sometimes it is larger than other times, like in the photo I attached, on the larger end.Depends on your need for riding or movement
The Ralph Lauren label looks a bit off to me.Which USA maker did the OEM work for Ralph Lauren when they were made in the USA? Any dating by the label?
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The leather was very thick and the stitching was very detailed.
Do you think it's a counterfeit jacket? There are lots of counterfeit Polos shirts I know that.The Ralph Lauren label looks a bit off to me.
I'm new to this side of TFL, coming over from the Hat side. Thanks for having me.
Can someone point me to a few threads that show an array of, in my words, "business casual" leather jackets. I have a wonderful leather motorcycle jacket from Freedom Leathers in El Paso, TX but a) the proprietor passed away several years ago and b) it is a riding jacket, so it weighs a ton! Once I find a style or pattern I like, then I can start exploring brands and/or custom options.
Thanks.
Good morning and welcome to the jacket side.
Try the thread 'What jacket are you wearing today' it will give you the best array.
That's my thoughtThe Ralph Lauren label looks a bit off to me.
i am familiar with this jacket from etsy. Yes it is Capeskin, one reason I hesitate. I have a mint Capeskin jacket from this era, very few survive in even the condition of this Block. Capeskin was a very popular leather especially on the West Coast. Light and easy to wear in warmer climates. All the catalogs offered capeskin aviators. This one may be listed in a wards catalog under their label.Can anyone identify this type of leather? It's on a 40s Block Bilt jacket. I'm a bit worried it's capeskin - I've heard capeskin doesn't quite hold up as well as others. Thanks