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[Sterry]

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My first leather jacket! I’ve been going through this forum for the past couple months and Vanson seemed to be highly recommended. I think I got a pretty good fit. This is a 42 PLU-3 from TB. My chest is 41 3/4 and my waist is a 34. I doubt I could’ve sized down to a 40 because this one was pretty restrictive when I first put it on. It has broken in quite a bit since then.

I liked it so much that I bought the slim fit Oxford in Bainbridge that TB just put on their website in a 42. Are the Oxford and Comet similar in fit?

Looks like a good fit.
I'm pretty much the same measurements to you so it's nice to have an idea on how a 42 looks. Do you think a 44 would be too big? Also, how tall are you?

 

[TartuWolf]

Looks fantastic, first time I see a comet that fits so long, I like it.
I'd say the Oxford is much longer than the Comet by default and it has shoulder gussets (that work wondefully!). But TB can adjust the length.

 

[bradleyo]

Looks like a good fit.
I'm pretty much the same measurements to you so it's nice to have an idea on how a 42 looks. Do you think a 44 would be too big? Also, how tall are you?

I think a 44 would definitely be too big for me. I’m 6’1.

 

[bradleyo]

Looks fantastic, first time I see a comet that fits so long, I like it.
I'd say the Oxford is much longer than the Comet by default and it has shoulder gussets (that work wondefully!). But TB can adjust the length.

This is the Thurston model, so it’s 3” longer, I believe.

 

[Sterry]

I think a 44 would definitely be too big for me. I’m 6’1.

Thanks, that's good to know. I'm 6'2 so very similar in build to you.

 

[Sterry]

There seems to be an issue with the newsletter sign-up on the Vanson website. Can anyone confirm if Vanson have released a Black Friday Promotional code? I see Schott just announced a 15% off promotion.

 

[Khilij]

There seems to be an issue with the newsletter sign-up on the Vanson website. Can anyone confirm if Vanson have released a Black Friday Promotional code? I see Schott just announced a 15% off promotion.

I got an email with promo code 1STPLACE for 10% off

 

[Sterry]

I got an email with promo code 1STPLACE for 10% off

Awesome, thanks for confirming. I saw that one online but was wondering if it was their Black Friday sale or just a general discount.

 

[jacketjunkie]

Received the custom Stadium (-2“ sleeve length) and the stocksize Thunderbird. I plan lengthy reviews with better pictures when I find the time. For now all I can offer is a few snapshots from first hurried try-on as I was about to travel when the package arrived.

Love the short boxy fit of the Stadium, very underrated style imo.

I am also happy with how the Thunderbird fits. Sleeves appear shorter than on other styles, which plays in my favor. Jacket is stiff as a board, they evidently picked more robust hides than for the Stadium. Will be hard work to break in. The nickel hardwear is hard to operate, never had that issue with their more common brass zippers. Might need recommendations on how to fix that if it does not settle in with use.

 

[jacketjunkie]

Small addition: Sleeves on the Thunderbird are slimmer than on my other Vansons too.

 

[Canuck Panda]

Received the custom Stadium (-2“ sleeve length) and the stocksize Thunderbird. I plan lengthy reviews with better pictures when I find the time. For now all I can offer is a few snapshots from first hurried try-on as I was about to travel when the package arrived.

Love the short boxy fit of the Stadium, very underrated style imo. View attachment 659528 View attachment 659531 View attachment 659530
I am also happy with how the Thunderbird fits. Sleeves appear shorter than on other styles, which plays in my favor. Jacket is stiff as a board, they evidently picked more robust hides than for the Stadium. Will be hard work to break in. The nickel hardwear is hard to operate, never had that issue with their more common brass zippers. Might need recommendations on how to fix that if it does not settle in with use.
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Nice pair of jackets. Congrats!

I have a C2 in the works but now seeing the Thunderbird I also want the Thunderbird. haha.

 

[Tom71]

Received the custom Stadium (-2“ sleeve length) and the stocksize Thunderbird. I plan lengthy reviews with better pictures when I find the time. For now all I can offer is a few snapshots from first hurried try-on as I was about to travel when the package arrived.

Love the short boxy fit of the Stadium, very underrated style imo. View attachment 659528 View attachment 659531 View attachment 659530
I am also happy with how the Thunderbird fits. Sleeves appear shorter than on other styles, which plays in my favor. Jacket is stiff as a board, they evidently picked more robust hides than for the Stadium. Will be hard work to break in. The nickel hardwear is hard to operate, never had that issue with their more common brass zippers. Might need recommendations on how to fix that if it does not settle in with use.
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I like both, but I LIKE the T-Bird. Couldn´t fit you better!

As to the Stadium Jacket: everybody seems to be wearing Bombers at the moment. Yours is certainly not the worst choice. Love how it both looks bold and aggresive while maintaing a certain degree of civilian and reduced appeal. A daily wearer and ideal travel-companion for sure.

 

[Peter Mackin]

I like both of the jackets,prefer the brass zipper, nice to see they don't have the horrible black plastic box and male insert.

 

[konadog]

I just ordered the Persuader vest in Firenze leather with the current sale. I'll post fit photos once it arrives.

 

[Sterry]

I just ordered the Persuader vest in Firenze leather with the current sale. I'll post fit photos once it arrives.

Nice I ordered the House jacket with the current sale. Will post pics also

 

[Destruct]

Received the custom Stadium (-2“ sleeve length) and the stocksize Thunderbird. I plan lengthy reviews with better pictures when I find the time. For now all I can offer is a few snapshots from first hurried try-on as I was about to travel when the package arrived.

Love the short boxy fit of the Stadium, very underrated style imo. View attachment 659528 View attachment 659531 View attachment 659530
I am also happy with how the Thunderbird fits. Sleeves appear shorter than on other styles, which plays in my favor. Jacket is stiff as a board, they evidently picked more robust hides than for the Stadium. Will be hard work to break in. The nickel hardwear is hard to operate, never had that issue with their more common brass zippers. Might need recommendations on how to fix that if it does not settle in with use.
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The Stadium is awesome. I really like jackets with this bomber style and now I’m thinking I want to pick one up. I’m really digging the thicker, heavier hide that Vanson uses for these.

How’s the fit on it? True to size or a bit bigger?

 

[jacketjunkie]

The Stadium is awesome. I really like jackets with this bomber style and now I’m thinking I want to pick one up. I’m really digging the thicker, heavier hide that Vanson uses for these.

How’s the fit on it? True to size or a bit bigger?

Size 40 has 24“ pit to pit, size 38 23“ pit to pit, which by all comparison is huge. However these jackets are heavily tapered at the waist. I am 39“ chest, I wear a 38 in this picture. I also own a size 36 and while it still fits, the bomber-ish appeal and look of the jacket gets lost when you size down. I recommend buying true to size despite the ptp appearing huge on paper. Unless you are 6‘2“ or taller, you may want to consider shortening the sleeves. I am 5‘10“ and regular sleeve length looks weird on me. Leather covers arms entirely, the wool cuff is popped in and entirely redundant.

 

[Destruct]

Size 40 has 24“ pit to pit, size 38 23“ pit to pit, which by all comparison is huge. However these jackets are heavily tapered at the waist. I am 39“ chest, I wear a 38 in this picture. I also own a size 36 and while it still fits, the bomber-ish appeal and look of the jacket gets lost when you size down. I recommend buying true to size despite the ptp appearing huge on paper. Unless you are 6‘2“ or taller, you may want to consider shortening the sleeves. I am 5‘10“ and regular sleeve length looks weird on me. Leather covers arms entirely, the wool cuff is popped in and entirely redundant.

Good to know, thanks!