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Hey guys, I wanted to give my thoughts on the SJC goatskin jacket as I don't think it has been discussed around here.
At it's price point it is a great option if you like the 30s-50s short leather jacket style. It is well made, the goatskin has a rich colour and while it appears a bit flat and shiny at first glance, I think it will age rather well and more grain will come out with time as well as a more matt appearance after it has been in the rain. The lining is a mid weight flannel cotton and the sleeves are cotton sateen, so breathable and easy to slip on. It has a 24 inch back length, which means it can be worn with high waisted trousers (hem level with rear pocket) and Levis 501s but anything lower waisted might look a bit off. You can't have everything at this price point, and the zips operation is a bit rough, time will tell how well they hold up.
As some people here have a lot of experience with leather, I wanted to ask for your opinion about a concern I have with the fit: there is a slope from the shoulder seam to the collar which sits quite high on my neck. my shoulders are actually square, so the area where the jacket shoulder meets the collar is actually not sitting on my shoulder. Do you think this will relax as the jacket breaks in?
At it's price point it is a great option if you like the 30s-50s short leather jacket style. It is well made, the goatskin has a rich colour and while it appears a bit flat and shiny at first glance, I think it will age rather well and more grain will come out with time as well as a more matt appearance after it has been in the rain. The lining is a mid weight flannel cotton and the sleeves are cotton sateen, so breathable and easy to slip on. It has a 24 inch back length, which means it can be worn with high waisted trousers (hem level with rear pocket) and Levis 501s but anything lower waisted might look a bit off. You can't have everything at this price point, and the zips operation is a bit rough, time will tell how well they hold up.
As some people here have a lot of experience with leather, I wanted to ask for your opinion about a concern I have with the fit: there is a slope from the shoulder seam to the collar which sits quite high on my neck. my shoulders are actually square, so the area where the jacket shoulder meets the collar is actually not sitting on my shoulder. Do you think this will relax as the jacket breaks in?