How many new jackets do you have coming (and how many potential ones)?

[Robbie79]

This morning I bought this womens Harro, probably 70s. Bought it from the first owner, a really nice German lady. When I told her that I collect leather jackets she looked at me like I was nuts. "But why do you want this one, it sure won't fit".

Turns out it's a perfect fit for my girlfriend. Although she thinks it a bit heavy, she likes it a lot. Great leather and very well made. @Robbie79 I think this is the women's version of the Harro you bought last week.

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Very nice find, Marc! And congrats to your girlfriend!! I’m sure she will like it!

 

[Riu]

This morning I bought this womens Harro, probably 70s. Bought it from the first owner, a really nice German lady. When I told her that I collect leather jackets she looked at me like I was nuts. "But why do you want this one, it sure won't fit".

Turns out it's a perfect fit for my girlfriend. Although she thinks it a bit heavy, she likes it a lot. Great leather and very well made. @Robbie79 I think this is the women's version of the Harro you bought last week.

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Beautiful leather on this one!

 

[Monitor]

This morning I bought this womens Harro, probably 70s. Bought it from the first owner, a really nice German lady. When I told her that I collect leather jackets she looked at me like I was nuts. "But why do you want this one, it sure won't fit".

Turns out it's a perfect fit for my girlfriend. Although she thinks it a bit heavy, she likes it a lot. Great leather and very well made. @Robbie79 I think this is the women's version of the Harro you bought last week.

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This is Harro's lighter leather, same my gf's jacket is made of. But it's not light at all, just softer and a bit more silky than regular Harro.
Man, it's made SO well.

 

[ABCD]

I just received this Eastman A1 capeskin flight jacket. The smell of the vegetable tanned leather is intoxicating. The moment I opened the pouch it brought back memories of the many leather workshops I've visited in Florence.

The leather is lightweight but not at all flimsy. It pickes up scratches really easily but I think that's part of the charm of the jacket.

This is a pic af a well worn Eastman A1 @John Lever posted some time ago. I hope my jacket will look like this some day

https://www.vintageleatherjackets.org/threads/eastman-a1-cal-the-real-deal.22350/

 

[Robbie79]

I just received this Eastman A1 capeskin flight jacket. The smell of the vegetable tanned leather is intoxicating. The moment I opened the pouch it brought back memories of the many leather workshops I've visited in Florence.

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The leather is lightweight but not at all flimsy. It pickes up scratches really easily but I think that's part of the charm of the jacket.

This is a pic af a well worn Eastman A1 @John Lever posted some time ago. I hope my jacket will look like this some day

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https://www.vintageleatherjackets.org/threads/eastman-a1-cal-the-real-deal.22350/

@Marc mndt Congrats. Looks really nice and I can imagine how it smells Condition seems to be really good. And here comes the question of all questions. How does it fit?

 

[Robbie79]

Sadly a catch and release for me this Vintage Lesco as I made the same mistake again that I didn't check the body length (too short for me again like the Vanek).
Can be found in Classifieds now and I'm open for offers hoping that I find someone whom it fits:

https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/fs-vintage-lesco-perfecto.103982/

 

[Riu]

I just received this Eastman A1 capeskin flight jacket. The smell of the vegetable tanned leather is intoxicating. The moment I opened the pouch it brought back memories of the many leather workshops I've visited in Florence.

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The leather is lightweight but not at all flimsy. It pickes up scratches really easily but I think that's part of the charm of the jacket.

This is a pic af a well worn Eastman A1 @John Lever posted some time ago. I hope my jacket will look like this some day

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https://www.vintageleatherjackets.org/threads/eastman-a1-cal-the-real-deal.22350/

You had to do this so early on this Monday! One thing I love about your posts is those pictures capturing details and that stunning leather! Never been to a workshop in Florence but just the thought of that smell makes me plan a trip as soon as it's safe.

 

[ABCD]

@Marc mndt Congrats. Looks really nice and I can imagine how it smells Condition seems to be really good. And here comes the question of all questions. How does it fit?

I bought this jacket second hand but it was listed as 'new without tags'. Considering how easy this jacket picks up scratches, I really think it has never been worn.

It's a t-shirt only fit. The sleeves are narrow and the armholes are really high. I can see why people would size up with this fit. But for me personally, I think sizing up would make it look blousy. I'm 100% happy with the fit of the 42, which is my regular size. I'll post some fitpics later this week.

 

[ABCD]

You had to do this so early on this Monday!

Best way to start the new week, right?

 

[Riu]

Sadly a catch and release for me this Vintage Lesco as I made the same mistake again that I didn't check the body length (too short for me again like the Vanek).
Can be found in Classifieds now and I'm open for offers hoping that I find someone whom it fits:

https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/fs-vintage-lesco-perfecto.103982/

Too bad it doesn't fit you well, hope you'll sell it fast

 

[Riu]

Best way to start the new week, right?

That's for sure! I'm waiting for some databases to update and this is like an oasis for me

 

[Imuricecreamman]

I bought this jacket second hand but it was listed as 'new without tags'. Considering how easy this jacket picks up scratches, I really think it has never been worn.

It's a t-shirt only fit. The sleeves are narrow and the armholes are really high. I can see why people would size up with this fit. But for me personally, I think sizing up would make it look blousy. I'm 100% happy with the fit of the 42, which is my regular size. I'll post some fitpics later this week.

The capeskin from the premium manufacturers is great. Jacket looks in amazing shape.

 

[Tom71]

I bought this jacket second hand but it was listed as 'new without tags'. Considering how easy this jacket picks up scratches, I really think it has never been worn.

It's a t-shirt only fit. The sleeves are narrow and the armholes are really high. I can see why people would size up with this fit. But for me personally, I think sizing up would make it look blousy. I'm 100% happy with the fit of the 42, which is my regular size. I'll post some fitpics later this week.

Nice one, Marc! I thought you would be happy with a 42, considering you like your jackets short and trim. Fit pix eagerly awaited. Just cannot go wrong with ELC.

 

[ton312]

 

[Jin431]

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Confused to what this is lol is this a half belt with a highwayman waistband?

 

[ton312]

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Confused to what this is lol is this a half belt with a highwayman waistband?

speedy dustbowl! Didn’t work for the Kaiser so I was happy to oblige.

 

[Jin431]

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speedy dustbowl! Didn’t work for the Kaiser so I was happy to oblige.

just looked it up, it makes sense now as I've never really looked into this specific pattern. hope it fits you well, maybe this will arrive before the new 5*!

ps new batch of FW Mulholland incoming by Sept/Oct

 

[ton312]

@Marc mndt for the IG and coming your way, the real deal, styled and made in the west.

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And after. Strong vintage horse. The kind that can’t be duplicated, replicated or faked. Beautiful!

 

[Jin431]

@Marc mndt for the IG and coming your way, the real deal, styled and made in the west.

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And after. Strong vintage horse. The kind that can’t be duplicated, replicated or faked. Beautiful!

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that was great to start with but daaaang wow how that looked so good after a little treatment. great job tony and congrats to marc

*edit: the after photos look exactly how the color on the vintage brown shinki mulholland look, no wonder it looked so familiar

 

[ABCD]

@Marc mndt for the IG and coming your way, the real deal, styled and made in the west.

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And after. Strong vintage horse. The kind that can’t be duplicated, replicated or faked. Beautiful!

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Oh man, what a gem. It's absolutely beautiful.

I've only once seen photo's of one of these before, mine looks to be in 10x better condition.