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[torfjord]

@torfjord Damn, that shrunken horse looks unique. Do you happen to have a full picture of the jacket?

It was a grizzly so the biggest panels were fur but I have this picture.

His deerskin is also amazing

 

[cbez]

Super cool never seen a thedi grizzly.

 

[torfjord]

Super cool never seen a thedi grizzly.

He actually have made several designs

 

[cbez]

Nice I like the beltless. Folded cuff is interesting too, don't think I've seen that

 

[Al 916]

A Vanson Zip search help please.

I have the brass zip e.g

with a chrome pull e.g

Not sure if that helps date it, however I do have the serial number...

Can anyone please point me at one of these in brass?
The pulls is correct for the 'stop'(?) however seems oversized/awkward mis match design.

Many thanks
Al

 

[jojothenorthstar]

does thicker fur = thicker leather too?

For instance, if something like eastman uses 3/4 or 18mm inch shearling, would the leather side ALSO be thicker than something that uses 12 or 15mm like their b6?

 

[Monte.C]

Besides leather jackets - and denim I suppose - what else improves with age, increases in value with more break-in/wear? I'm having trouble thinking of anything.

A good wok. A cast iron frying pan. What else?

 

[handymike]

Besides leather jackets - and denim I suppose - what else improves with age, increases in value with more break-in/wear? I'm having trouble thinking of anything.
What else?

We do.

 

[Monte.C]

We do.

Ok I was going to say "Speak for yourself" but I'm not gonna say that.

 

[Monte.C]

Why is the Schott 141 in brown look so black?
I asked Google but it linked to the Schott forum, so it's a dead link. Then I again discussed THAT problem with Denise over there. She doesn't seem to care.
So why is the brown Schott 141 so black? Will it break in toward brown, I hope?

 

[MrProper]

does thicker fur = thicker leather too?

For instance, if something like eastman uses 3/4 or 18mm inch shearling, would the leather side ALSO be thicker than something that uses 12 or 15mm like their b6?

No, the thickness of the fur does not play a role in the thickness of the leather.
All my Aero shearlings have about twice as thick leather as the previous 5*. And some of them have shorter fur.

 

[navetsea]

Besides leather jackets - and denim I suppose - what else improves with age, increases in value with more break-in/wear? I'm having trouble thinking of anything.

A good wok. A cast iron frying pan. What else?

look wise :
wooden handle or furniture,
metals that gain patina like brass zippo, or belt buckle or pen,
bags that is frequently used
hat / cap that is your favorite
leather boots, saddle, belt, wristband, pouch, wallet, etc.
nylon that has been exposed to UV for years or decades until naturally fades

value wise:
brain
brand
credential
life story
interpersonal relation to God and fellow humans and animals

 

[cbez]

how hot are your casual wool type jackets compared to leather?

what temps are they comfortable for you in?