I thought it would be an interesting exercise to determine the average cost per jacket I have paid for all of the jackets in my collection, not including shipping. For me, the average is $290 per jacket. I only own 2 jackets that were purchased new (from Aero on sale). So, in a manner of speaking, I have never paid full price for a jacket. Only once have I purchased a used jacket over $500(a Langlitz).
I certainly don't have the best collection around, but I own at least one of most of the big names, and in many cases more than one.
I am a large man and rather difficult to fit, which has limited my ability to shop. Nonetheless, I am happy to say I have been disciplined enough to keep the majority of my selections in the $250-$400 range. And all of my jackets are in very good-excellent condition...inability to buy 40's/50's jackets kinda "helped" with that issue.
If one is willing to wear used jackets, is disciplined concerning your budget, and is patient shopping, one can build a great collection without breaking the bank. In my younger years, the thought of wearing used clothing that may contain cooties and/or may not fit me perfectly would have bothered me. I've worked to get past these irrational notions and life is so much more fun and affordable now. Who says you cannot teach a dog new tricks?
Collecting leather jackets has taught me a lot. I've come to appreciate the allure of used jackets. Sometimes they can be messy, but so is life. Accepting imperfection has helped my mental state as well as my bank account.
What is the average cost of the jackets in your collection, if you would be willing to share?
I certainly don't have the best collection around, but I own at least one of most of the big names, and in many cases more than one.
I am a large man and rather difficult to fit, which has limited my ability to shop. Nonetheless, I am happy to say I have been disciplined enough to keep the majority of my selections in the $250-$400 range. And all of my jackets are in very good-excellent condition...inability to buy 40's/50's jackets kinda "helped" with that issue.
If one is willing to wear used jackets, is disciplined concerning your budget, and is patient shopping, one can build a great collection without breaking the bank. In my younger years, the thought of wearing used clothing that may contain cooties and/or may not fit me perfectly would have bothered me. I've worked to get past these irrational notions and life is so much more fun and affordable now. Who says you cannot teach a dog new tricks?
Collecting leather jackets has taught me a lot. I've come to appreciate the allure of used jackets. Sometimes they can be messy, but so is life. Accepting imperfection has helped my mental state as well as my bank account.
What is the average cost of the jackets in your collection, if you would be willing to share?