Looking at a couple possibilities...need some feedback (jacket).

[apba1166]

The best choice for the natural in my opinion is a jean jacket. Or maybe a midweight premier highwayman. Because they are classic styles, and have been done in lighter colors over the years by any number of makers in various leathers, so it calls less attention than something with a lot of gewgaws like halfbelt jackets and things with zipped sleeves and so on. I have had any number of light colored leathers over the years, natural and dyed both, deerskin mostly, and they yellow/gold fine. you can sponge off or even oil it down the road to darken it if you want.

 

[zebedee]

Anything with ridges is going to catch and accumulate dirt; smooth surfaces will darken. Rather than go with the natural hide, I'd pick a battered tan or red fox hide (if Aero is doing it).

 

[Grayland]

I like the color combo of this SB Cafe Racer:

http://www.simmonsbilt.com/sale/cafe-racer-1107.html

 

[red devil]

I have seen the two-tone Thedi when I was at their shop, it looks fantastic. And I sincerely believe it would look good on you.
I would have been very tempted to get it were it not for the fact that I already have a grey Cafe racer from them.

 

[Edward]

How about Aero's revived CHIPS jacket: http://www.aeroleatherclothing.com/product-detail.php?id=61
Like the Model T Ford, it only comes in black...

Interesting. Very different than their NYPD jacket (for obvious reasons). Could be a very nice bike jacket. Reminds me of the old Californians (again, for obviosu reasons!).

 

[ProteinNerd]

Damn, some of these two tone jackets are looking tempting.....just need to hold off a few weeks till it gets to hot here to even think about wearing leather lol

 

[ButteMT61]

Man, my wife is bumming me out with the biker jacket hate right now. I trust her, but I'm on the fence this time.
Maybe I need to see what SHE wants for our anniversary next week before I choose. Women.

 

[SJC]

So guys and gals, been thinking of a new jacket. Initially, I was hooked on those Thedi racers with the diamond shoulders, etc. - possibly even in the two-tone or just the natural hide.
Then, @Carrie @ Thurston Bros. started posting some natural Aero's and I think I really want something between the two makes in a natural hide. Leaning towards a simple style like the Buco racer, Aero "7" or Board Racer.
I really need to drop 20 lbs. All right in the mid-section. You can see it in my pics from June in Ireland.
Interested in your collective thoughts as we're in jacket weather limbo.
I tend to want zip-sleeves, so keep that in mind. I also don't zip up often, FWIW unless I go somewhere colder...

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Stay away from the diamond quilted shoulders. Looks to feminine to me.

 

[Fanch]

Man, my wife is bumming me out with the biker jacket hate right now. I trust her, but I'm on the fence this time.
Maybe I need to see what SHE wants for our anniversary next week before I choose. Women.

It is amazing how one's perception of the extrinsic value of a jacket is influenced by one's better half.

 

[SJC]

Thanks all. I knew that the natural piece would draw some hesitation, and I'm sure you're all right, but I'm so torn on that.
I like the Thedi design with two-tone which could alleviate some of that mess. Dunno, am I too old to rock that?

You are NEVER too old to rock anything! Buy it.

 

[SJC]

What do you think of this bud? It would look great with your boots .

 

[Edward]

Stay away from the diamond quilted shoulders. Looks to feminine to me.

Intersting notion. Why does it have that look for you? It is something I see a lot on women's fashion jackets these days, though they're always the ones that are derived from male bike leather designs, which had them first.

 

[tropicalbob]

It is amazing how one's perception of the extrinsic value of a jacket is influenced by one's better half.

The thing is that one of the reasons you married her is because you respected her opinion (she chose you, right?), so you kind of have to seriously consider what she says. Then, of course, you're free to completely ignore it - - at your peril.

 

[Fanch]

The thing is that one of the reasons you married her is because you respected her opinion (she chose you, right?), so you kind of have to seriously consider what she says. Then, of course, you're free to completely ignore it - - at your peril.

Very true all of that. On a more serious note please keep us updated that you are OK from the effects of Irma that appears to be a category 5 hurricane barreling directly into Miami. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you affected by this monster of a storm.

 

[nick123]

Caved in and ordered the Thurston Olive A-1. I am going to hell. Once your fingers are poised over the "buy" button suddenly the thought of "can I wear this color?" permeates the neurons, but I ran it by the gf and if she says yes, yes.

 

[ButteMT61]

Caved in and ordered the Thurston Olive A-1. I am going to hell. Once your fingers are poised over the "buy" button suddenly the thought of "can I wear this color?" permeates the neurons, but I ran it by the gf and if she says yes, yes.

So now you and Worf will have one? Hmm, I was thinking the A-1 in natural. I do miss my GW A-1 and it might be the ticket...
Congrats dude. Awesome - you'll look great!
Has anyone done the A-1 in natural yet???

 

[tropicalbob]

Very true all of that. On a more serious note please keep us updated that you are OK from the effects of Irma that appears to be a category 5 hurricane barreling directly into Miami. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you affected by this monster of a storm.

Thanks very much. My son and I were going to leave last night, but the reports on the highway back-ups were terrible. So, we spent the day putting up the shutters and getting supplies. Now all we can do is wait and pray. Thankfully, my wife is up north with her mother. We all hope it misses by just a bit.

 

[ButteMT61]

Be safe @tropicalbob - just talked to my brother in Georgia and they're hunkered down as well.
Wishing everyone the best from out west.

 

[handymike]

Yes, please be vigilant and safe during this storm.

 

[ton312]

Thanks very much. My son and I were going to leave last night, but the reports on the highway back-ups were terrible. So, we spent the day putting up the shutters and getting supplies. Now all we can do is wait and pray. Thankfully, my wife is up north with her mother. We all hope it misses by just a bit.

Man stay safe @tropicalbob! That storm is no joke.