Question about Aero Maxwell with guesst

[onstar]

I have a wide build with pretty big shoulders and slim waist. Im looking to get an Aero Maxwell, but with some alterations to accommodate my shoulders. Im looking at 1) Bi-swing similar to a Northeaster/half long belt or, 2) A shoulder gusset similar to the cafe racer, or 3) a football style gusset, but i'm not sure Aero does that?

Anyone care to share their personal experince as which would work best without pics?

 

[TartuWolf]

Maybe consider Moonshiner instead and ask for a chest pocket if you really want/need one?

 

[morrison2951]

Maxwell fan here. It will work for you.

 

[onstar]

Maxwell fan here. It will work for you.

What will work?

 

[Canuck Panda]

Between your three options, Full action back, shoulder gussets, underarm footballs, full action back works the best.

But I would not suggest tweaking the Maxwell back design.

A fourth option is to just widen the shoulders as a custom order. Aero can add an inch to the shoulder width. You will basically get one size up in the upper body while keeping the slimmer lower torso of the tag size.

Here is my Maxwell, stock size 42, FQHH. There is no aggressive taper in the torso. I find the button jackets works better this way.

 

[onstar]

Between your three options, Full action back, shoulder gussets, underarm footballs, full action back works the best.

But I would not suggest tweaking the Maxwell back design.

A fourth option is to just widen the shoulders as a custom order. Aero can add an inch to the shoulder width. You will basically get one size up in the upper body while keeping the slimmer lower torso of the tag size.

Here is my Maxwell, stock size 42, FQHH. There is no aggressive taper in the torso. I find the button jackets works better this way.

What are you measurments BTW? Weight and height also? Im 5.11 and weight 215ish

 

[Rich22]

I'm broad across the chest whist having a slim waist, so off the rack jackets with a sufficient pit-to-pit tend to look baggy overall. Be careful that it's actually your shoulder measurement that needs increasing, not your p2p, otherwise you might find yourself with droopy looking shoulders on your jacket...

Regarding the options, full action back works the best, but it's not the best look for every jacket. I lean towards functional shoulder gussets for appearance reasons and some mobility gain, while not seeing any real mobility advantage to shoulder gussets that connect into the seam that is directly pulled upon. That kind appear to me to be primarily cosmetic.

 

[Canuck Panda]

What are you measurments BTW? Weight and height also? Im 5.11 and weight 215ish

6', 180lbs, 41" chest, 35" waist.

Stock size 42 is 18.5" shoulder, 23" P2P, 22" hem.

I can probably wear a widen size 40 for the Japanese type of fit. But the stock 42 works for me too. I wouldn't go too trim on these button jackets.

Talk to Aero about custom sizing.

 

[morrison2951]

What will work?

This will! It's a great jacket.

Actually prefer it over my Premier Highwayman.

 

[TartuWolf]

I lean towards functional shoulder gussets for appearance reasons and some mobility gain, while not seeing any real mobility advantage to shoulder gussets that connect into the seam that is directly pulled upon. That kind appear to me to be primarily cosmetic.

I always wondered about this distinction. Does anyone have some photos for comparison?

 

[TartuWolf]

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[zebedee]

The Maxwell is a fantastic jacket and it's a great choice. I'd be very careful about adding an action back - asking about wider shoulders and a taper is probably going to be safer. It's definitely one of their best designs.

 

[onstar]

6', 180lbs, 41" chest, 35" waist.

Stock size 42 is 18.5" shoulder, 23" P2P, 22" hem.

I can probably wear a widen size 40 for the Japanese type of fit. But the stock 42 works for me too. I wouldn't go too trim on these button jackets.

Talk to Aero about custom sizing.

Why not too trim on button jackets? Any disadvantages

 

[Canuck Panda]

Why not too trim on button jackets? Any disadvantages

too much stress on the buttons stems will break those threads prematurely. also wearing too tight at the stomach area just not comfortable when breathing, especially after a good meal.

 

[MrProper]

Why not too trim on button jackets? Any disadvantages

The part between the buttons then widens outwards, making the jacket look too tight (and it is). This is covered up with a zip.