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FS: Vanson Maverick Leather Jacket (Levi's trucker style), sz. 42

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Right, just got another one that fits a lot better and I doubt I'll be going back to this one, even though it's been one of my fav jackets.

Vanson Maverick in a size 42. That's the so called trucker or Levi's Type-3 style, if you will.

This is a full on custom w/ some unique mods...

• Heavy no. 10 Talon zipper in addition to snaps
• Hand-warmer pockets (so that's five pockets altogether, default has only 2 chest & 1 inside pocket)
• Much trimmer sleeves & higher armpits
• Shorter than the default model

With the zipper and everything, it's a really unique trucker style made by one the greatest leather jacket maker on the planet.

Very heavy and thick leather (def. more so than the current comp. weigh) but also relatively soft. Not soft soft but more pliable than what you're used to from Vanson. Comfortable.
Leather doesn't have that heavy, shiny finish Vanson's known for. It's more matte in appearance. Kinda like naked cowhide, only much heavier.

Tagged 42 but make sure to be guided by the provided measurements. Keep in mind that it's a short jacket with trim sleeves. Think Japanese fit.

• Chest (P2P): 22.5"
• Waist: 21"
• Shoulders: 18.5"
• Sleeves: 25.5"
• Back: 23" (23.5" when stretched)

This is an earlier model. Bought used. I wore it but the leather is so thick and tough that it literally didn't change at all while in my possession. Still worth approx. eleven lifetimes.
Absolutely flawless condition with only regular signs of use and wear. Leather intact, just creases here and there. Lining is flawless. All hardware working perfectly. Clean, no odor of any kind.

TFL price is $290 + shipping, Paypal. Friends or Family, please. Just passing it along. Shipping should be 'round $20 to most of the EU. PM me for elsewhere.

Thanks for looking.

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I want this so bad, but I need it to be 25" long. Ugh.

Yeah, it's really short. I wore it a lot and all but it wouldn't even touch the belt, no matter what kind of jeans I wore. But it's a damn fine jacket.
 

AbbaDatDeHat

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Fair Warning:
If somebody really really wants this jacket, they best be steppin up...because if it’s still here Sat...my finger will be twitchin!!
I can’t believe it’s still here!!
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Guppy

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Location
Cleveland, OH
I would have jumped on it if it was long enough, and I almost want to buy it so I can send it to Vanson for a remake and then flip it, but I just can't do it.
 

ljs1960

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Location
Genova, Italy
Right, just got another one that fits a lot better and I doubt I'll be going back to this one, even though it's been one of my fav jackets.

Vanson Maverick in a size 42. That's the so called trucker or Levi's Type-3 style, if you will.

This is a full on custom w/ some unique mods...

• Heavy no. 10 Talon zipper in addition to snaps
• Hand-warmer pockets (so that's five pockets altogether, default has only 2 chest & 1 inside pocket)
• Much trimmer sleeves & higher armpits
• Shorter than the default model

With the zipper and everything, it's a really unique trucker style made by one the greatest leather jacket maker on the planet.

Very heavy and thick leather (def. more so than the current comp. weigh) but also relatively soft. Not soft soft but more pliable than what you're used to from Vanson. Comfortable.
Leather doesn't have that heavy, shiny finish Vanson's known for. It's more matte in appearance. Kinda like naked cowhide, only much heavier.

Tagged 42 but make sure to be guided by the provided measurements. Keep in mind that it's a short jacket with trim sleeves. Think Japanese fit.

• Chest (P2P): 22.5"
• Waist: 21"
• Shoulders: 18.5"
• Sleeves: 25.5"
• Back: 23" (23.5" when stretched)

This is an earlier model. Bought used. I wore it but the leather is so thick and tough that it literally didn't change at all while in my possession. Still worth approx. eleven lifetimes.
Absolutely flawless condition with only regular signs of use and wear. Leather intact, just creases here and there. Lining is flawless. All hardware working perfectly. Clean, no odor of any kind.

TFL price is $290 + shipping, Paypal. Friends or Family, please. Just passing it along. Shipping should be 'round $20 to most of the EU. PM me for elsewhere.

Thanks for looking.

IMG-20180625-172347.jpg

IMG-20180625-172413.jpg

IMG-20180625-172431.jpg

IMG-20180625-172444.jpg

IMG-20180625-172450.jpg

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Please, Monitor, what does it mean "BUMP"?
 

Carlos840

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Monitor, I still need your help and knowledge: please, what do you think about this:
https://www.ebay.it/itm/MANS-VANSON...-46-L-RIRI-ZIP/192706766782?&autorefresh=true
And what do you think about the price required? Correct? Too high?
Thanks!

If i may...

I bought a similar jacket used in the classifieds last month (Vanson CHP 2).
It was made in 2008, is in pretty much perfect condition (much cleaner than the one you posted) and i "only" paid €410 for it.
In my opinion €675 is on the expensive side, although i admit i don't know how much premium the HorseHide adds to the price.
I would think it should be worth closer to €400 or €500.
 

ljs1960

One of the Regulars
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129
Location
Genova, Italy
Sure, no problem.
Please, Monitor have you received my
If i may...

I bought a similar jacket used in the classifieds last month (Vanson CHP 2).
It was made in 2008, is in pretty much perfect condition (much cleaner than the one you posted) and i "only" paid €410 for it.
In my opinion €675 is on the expensive side, although i admit i don't know how much premium the HorseHide adds to the price.
I would think it should be worth closer to €400 or €500.
Thank for your help, Carlos.
I'll be think it over.
 
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Monitor, I still need your help and knowledge: please, what do you think about this:
https://www.ebay.it/itm/MANS-VANSON...-46-L-RIRI-ZIP/192706766782?&autorefresh=true
And what do you think about the price required? Correct? Too high?
Thanks!

Considering it's made from horsehide, I'd say that the price is fair. These are extremely rare. Chances that you will ever see one like it in horsehide are extremely slim so... Sure, it's pricey but it is what these go for. Thing is, there really is no alternative way of obtaining one. Other than waiting for a better deal, of course.

If you have the means and if the jacket is in your size, I would say, go for it.

Also, for what its worth, I can vouch for this seller. I bought a jacket from them. Everything went smooth, the jacket was well packed and it arrived quickly.
 

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