So after spending the last couple years drooling over JMax’s Octagon Chopper I finally ordered one for myself. For anyone who is not familiar with the jacket in question, here is a photo posted by JMax:
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As I mentioned above, I have been drooling over this jacket ever since I first saw it posted here. But since I already have a Chopper in black comp. weight it seemed a little excessive order another one in a different hide.
At least that’s what I thought until yesterday when Constantine called me from Vanson to confirm shipping on an order I had placed for some of the cloth masks that they are now making. (FYI at the moment Vanson is only making cloth masks and Constantine told me that they are being inundated with orders). I had spoken to Constantine last year when I ordered my Commando and found him to be a real pleasure to work with. We talked a bit about that and he asked me if there was anything I was interested in in the jacket world at the moment.
Well it didn’t take much to get me going and I asked him about the Chopper they had made for JMax. Once I shot him a picture of the jacket he knew exactly which one I meant and we talked for about a half an hour on the phone reviewing all of the options for the build as well as his and my thoughts on our little world of leather jackets. As others have said, Constantine is an absolute pleasure to talk to and it is obvious that he really loves what he does and is just as into these jackets as we are. I encouraged him to consider joining the fedora lounge because I think it would be very interesting to get his perspective on things from time to time.
Once all the details were hashed out I put down my deposit. This is where things got interesting, because of the current situation the folks at Vanson do not know when they will be getting back into the jacket making business. Constantine told me that his best guess was they hope to have my jacket made by the end of June. I told him that I was not naturally the most patient person but considering current circumstances I understood that there are no guarantees whatsoever when it comes to timeline.
Well I’m very excited, and whenever it gets here I’m sure it will be something special. Thank you JMax for posting that beautiful jacket time and time again, I think the last time did the trick and now I’ve got my own on order!
I also spoke with Constantine recently- considering a Enfield Royale or ordering a custom Arrow in Octagon. I have to say, i actually gasped the first time I saw that chopper that @JMax has in Octagon and it got me thinking.
I’m with @ton312 and have been thinking the larger companies will have to drop prices so I’m hesitant to move on a new Vanson now.
The purchase I ended up going for is just such a stellar deal - Aero Vicenza in my size in a style I’ve been looking for at over 50%+ off regular price and on my birthday- it all came together.
Good choice. Check out the oxford too. I’m sure you did but just in case.
Happy Birthday!The purchase I ended up going for is just such a stellar deal - Aero Vicenza in my size in a style I’ve been looking for at over 50%+ off regular price and on my birthday- it all came together.
Just arrived. Turns out these are likely Allstate by Buco because the pants do have an Allstate label.
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Thanks. Expected it to be too long given it is the L version but surprisingly it fits.Nice score Blackadder!! Looks like a perfect fit! Jacket looks to be in perfect condition.
Jacket is a great fit to my surprise. Short for a supposedly L version but perfect length for me. Pants are gonna be a little tight. Gained some weight and my jeans are a little tight. I compared them to the LVC I am wearing and they are almost identical in waist but leather don't stretch like cotton. I don't think I am gonna wear the pants cos they are too long anyway.
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I haven't receive jacket, I haven't even pay @ton312 yet!