Finds and Deals - Leather Jacket Edition

[unhatted]

Blue Levi’s X Aero size L in the uk, £271

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/136569436090

 

[3.14nche]

Vanson Comet size 42
410€

 

[Biff42]

So…they don’t always put the W on the inside pocket then….yikes.

Vanson puts the zipper on the other side to avoid confusion . Vanson does everything right, lol.

 

[jchance]

Dur-o-Jak (1950s schott) HH 36 $500 obo (in Vegas). French seams all over.

https://offerup.co/Ds62jPxCzXb

 

[cbez]

jacket adjacent. a cool bag by the flat head

https://jp.mercari.com/item/m88756875372

 

[jchance]

1960s Aldens 20x25 $108 bidding

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[jchance]

Original Buco 42 $51 bidding

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[jchance]

Unlabeled Star Glove 20.5 pit

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[jchance]

Yes, I believe that is proof enough. I thought Roughwear was patent holder based on my RW jacket having the patent applied for tag. Turns out it is RW. I think the Admiral Byrd connection is made with this information. Making leather jackets with a reference to a famous expedition/person makes marketing sense to me.

The Admiral Byrd label was often paired with the Montgomery Ward label showing connection with RW Clothing as a producer for MW jackets.

I’m not fully convinced that Roughwear made Admiral Byrd jackets. As a patent holder, Roughwear could have licensed its patent out to other makers (CSC, LA Sportogs) for a fee, so other makers could use its patent. It’s a possibility (50-50 I’d say), which means it’s no definitive proof.

For example, are the followings not the two-way pocket made by CSC?

How about something different? Jacket by Rich-Sher was made by Novelty Sportswear, not Roughwear

 

[Biff42]

Interesting, seemingly high-quality jacket, maker unknown. Features a nice hide and a YKK two-way zip. SIze 40 $110 BIN OBO.

 

[jchance]

Admiral Byrd corduroy “taking offers”

⚪️⛵️️️️️ on Instagram: "1930s/40s Admiral Byrd’s Little American Sheep Lined Corduroy Jacket ❄️ Has some imperfections Taking offers "

34 likes, 1 comments - jakofallvintage on October 15, 2025: "1930s/40s Admiral Byrd’s Little American Sheep Lined Corduroy Jacket ❄️ Has some imperfections Taking offers ".

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[l0fielectronic]

Blue Levi’s X Aero size L in the uk, £271

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/136569436090

For anyone looking the label states XL but from the measurements and style I believe this one was part of the womens LVC range.

 

[Technonut]

Nice Schott Cycle Rider D-pocket here for a great $$ IMO... If this were my size, it would be paid for and on the way to me now:

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[Al_Mascarpone]

LL whirlwind ''Bud Ganz''. If I hadn't already bought my LL lightning, I would be all over that one.

Lewis Leathers Very rare Lewis Leathers Bud Ganz Whirlwind Leather Jacket | Grailed

Searching for Very rare Lewis Leathers Bud Ganz Whirlwind Leather Jacket? We’ve got Lewis Leathers Men's Outerwear starting at $787 and plenty of other Men's Outerwear. Shop our selection of Lewis Leathers today!

www.grailed.com

 

[jchance]

Rich-Sher horse M $285 obo

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[lina]

If you’re looking for a wearable unfussy vintage café racer, this Sears would do the trick. Opening bid $86.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2270316868...0&segname=11021&recoId=227031686876&recoPos=1

 

[jchance]

Nice Schott Cycle Rider D-pocket here for a great $$ IMO... If this were my size, it would be paid for and on the way to me now:

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Watch and seller sends 10% off offer ($270)

 

[jchance]

50s HD 24 chest $400 obo

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[jchance]

Sportclad 22-23 pit $170 obo

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[jchance]

Blatt 23 pit $375 obo

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