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

[marker2037]

I got this Mister Freedom Ringo in the mail yesterday but I'm not sure about the size. I feel like it might be too small, but that a size up might not be a good fit either? Maybe the pattern just isn't for me. Here are some pics, if anyone could give me their input that would be great. This is a size 42 and I'm 6'4, 200lb. View attachment 803494 View attachment 803495 View attachment 803496 View attachment 803497

I wouldn’t change a single thing about that fit in the body for you. It’s perfect. I assume the only place where you feel it’s too small is the sleeve length, but even that isn’t bad. It’s a keeper if I was you.

 

[photo2u]

Another new one I’m considering. Is this a brimaco?

It does look like it? If the price is right, then it is a good choice. I have seen several Vanson Road Kings for about $450. The Vanson RK is a bargain for sub-$700 used. I paid over 1k delivered some 5 years ago? I currently own three, two large and one medium. The new large ones are spoken for. Two Mexico City friends have claimed them. I am in the hunt for another one. I like both sizes, one for the winter and the other for summer. This model was originally introduced in 1946. Love it.

 

[l0fielectronic]

Mister Freedom Ringo

It looks a just a tad on the short side in the sleeves to me but good everywhere else.

What I will say is I have this jacket in the Natural/Randal and the sleeves felt too long when it arrived and they've definitely shortened with wear, the whole jacket fits a little smaller after getting wet a few times and a lot of sun. I don't know if the black will age in the same way but maybe something to consider.

 

[ton312]

Storm Rider arrived too small and sold it in a hour.

The Polo rip fits great though so I’ll settle for the version without any provenance!

Ralph does a solid job ripping the OG patterns with subtle modern tweaks.

 

[Observe]

Looks allrighty to me.

I wouldn’t change a single thing about that fit in the body for you. It’s perfect. I assume the only place where you feel it’s too small is the sleeve length, but even that isn’t bad. It’s a keeper if I was you.

It looks a just a tad on the short side in the sleeves to me but good everywhere else.

What I will say is I have this jacket in the Natural/Randal and the sleeves felt too long when it arrived and they've definitely shortened with wear, the whole jacket fits a little smaller after getting wet a few times and a lot of sun. I don't know if the black will age in the same way but maybe something to consider.

I know it looks good in pictures but it feels constricting all over and I do think the sleeves will end up too short. I'm returning it and will try a 44. My only concern is that the shoulder seams will droop too far down off my shoulder with a 44.

 

[jacketjunkie]

I got this Mister Freedom Ringo in the mail yesterday but I'm not sure about the size. I feel like it might be too small, but that a size up might not be a good fit either? Maybe the pattern just isn't for me. Here are some pics, if anyone could give me their input that would be great. This is a size 42 and I'm 6'4, 200lb. View attachment 803494 View attachment 803495 View attachment 803496 View attachment 803497

It fits in terms of shoulders, body and sleeves but it is not a very flattering jacket by design.. not a great pattern IMHO. Don't think sizing up will fix that either.

 

[Observe]

It fits in terms of shoulders, body and sleeves but it is not a very flattering jacket by design.. not a great pattern IMHO. Don't think sizing up will fix that either.

Honestly, I just got absolutely hosed at the post office on duties trying to return the jacket (live in Canada) so I am leaning towards just getting a refund now in case the replacement 44 doesn't fit either. I think the jacket looks cool but I don't like the way it feels on me or fits me. Looks fine in static positions in photos but actual movement is a different story for me.

 

[Biff42]

Honestly, I just got absolutely hosed at the post office on duties trying to return the jacket (live in Canada) so I am leaning towards just getting a refund now in case the replacement 44 doesn't fit either. I think the jacket looks cool but I don't like the way it feels on me or fits me. Looks fine in static positions in photos but actual movement is a different story for me.

I don't know how tall guys like you buy off the rack, must be a challenge sometimes.

 

[Observe]

I don't know how tall guys like you buy off the rack, must be a challenge sometimes.

It's a lot of expensive mistakes tbh. I guess I will keep my eyes peeled around here for any deals. I still have a jacket itch that needs to be scratched.

 

[ton312]

I keep buying stuff that I sold over again. I’ve had three of these pioneer wear sherpas and decided I didn’t need them:
Today I woke up in a panic that I didn’t have one. LOL. Why?

4th time will surely be a charm. Fortunately they aren’t expensive or that hard to come by.

 

[newtojackets]

It does look like it? If the price is right, then it is a good choice. I have seen several Vanson Road Kings for about $450. The Vanson RK is a bargain for sub-$700 used. I paid over 1k delivered some 5 years ago? I currently own three, two large and one medium. The new large ones are spoken for. Two Mexico City friends have claimed them. I am in the hunt for another one. I like both sizes, one for the winter and the other for summer. This model was originally introduced in 1946. Love it.

I made an offer on it hoping the buyer wouldn’t accept, but he did. One more for the collection!

 

[newtojackets]

It does look like it? If the price is right, then it is a good choice. I have seen several Vanson Road Kings for about $450. The Vanson RK is a bargain for sub-$700 used. I paid over 1k delivered some 5 years ago? I currently own three, two large and one medium. The new large ones are spoken for. Two Mexico City friends have claimed them. I am in the hunt for another one. I like both sizes, one for the winter and the other for summer. This model was originally introduced in 1946. Love it.

The more I look at it I’m not sure. It has a black belt buckler, brass hardware, plain lining and cuff latches.

Not complaining, this jacket looks cool, just curious as to whether this could be another maker

 

[newtojackets]

Just bought this crazy jacket from Toyo (steerhide with eel leather detailing). Does anyone know anything about this?

 

[red devil]

This looks cool, I couldn't see any eel, but stingray and lizard are visible. Where did you get it from?

 

[newtojackets]

This looks cool, I couldn't see any eel, but stingray and lizard are visible. Where did you get it from?

Oh sorry you’re right, I meant seal not eel (Claude translated it to strongest / seal), so I thought seal was more likely.

Just got it used, which is why I know nothing about this jacket, but I’m so curious because I’ve never seen one like it

 

[Biff42]

I have what I believe is an unlabeled Schott 1 star and a Taste of Leather (TOL). The TOL looks like a Cal to me what do you guys think?

Schott

Taste of Leather:

 

[red devil]

Oh sorry you’re right, I meant seal not eel (Claude translated it to strongest / seal), so I thought seal was more likely.

Just got it used, which is why I know nothing about this jacket, but I’m so curious because I’ve never seen one like it

Fit pics when you get it

 

[Oil Tanned]

Taste of Leather:

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That label is almost the same as the recently posted Hard On Leather label. Hit that one with a black light and see what all your investment brings.

 

[newtojackets]

Fit pics when you get it

Slightly roomier than I’m used to, but think it still works

 

[bobjones]

Picked up my 4th Schott today, the 562 in dark chocolate brown. I needed a piece that could handle colder temps, and it has a wool lining. It might be the best fit of my four Schotts, pics to come.