Vintage HD Traveler jacket - anyone worn one?

[lina]

I’ve always liked the looks of the 1950s Harley Davidson traveler Moto jacket, and there are a few floating around for sale. (Not sure about the elastic cuffs!)

But just wondering if anyone here has ever actually worn one. If so, how did you like it, and do you have any fit pics?

 

[MrProper]

I’ve always liked the looks of the 1950s Harley Davidson traveler Moto jacket, and there are a few floating around for sale. (Not sure about the elastic cuffs!)

But just wondering if anyone here has ever actually worn one. If so, how did you like it, and do you have any fit pics?

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I find the design very cool. Super simple, but still not boring thanks to the one pocket with the flap. I could do without the elasticated cuffs.

 

[JMax]

I had a gray one about three years ago. It was too big so I can’t help much with sizing. These run roomy/large. Wide sleeves. I do recall that. Most importantly, the hide was not the greatest imo. It’s why I didn’t look for a replacement. I haven’t handled a black one so no idea if the lackluster hide was because mine was gray. But my quick taste of the jacket was enough and I moved on.

Worn out elastic cuffs suck. I’d check for that.

Sheesh, what a useless post. Doubt it helps. Good luck.

 

[photo2u]

I’ve always liked the looks of the 1950s Harley Davidson traveler Moto jacket, and there are a few floating around for sale. (Not sure about the elastic cuffs!)

But just wondering if anyone here has ever actually worn one. If so, how did you like it, and do you have any fit pics?

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I actually have one. They were produced mainly towards the end of the big square label production. You probably know that this jacket also has elastics at the bottom towards the back at sides of the hem. Mine was a little worked out but very functional. Elastic had its places in vintage jacket. However, for my personal taste, this jacket was ok. Not bad. Not as cool as other CF racer types. There was a gent in Ebay selling a brown in my size, but he and I could not agree on the price. I regret not purchasing it at his price because they are not that many around. The single pocket jackets square such as this label and rectangle (orange) label has a very different leather. Perhaps made by a different maker? In those days, Reed provided most of the leather for their early 60s production. Which I love. Since Reed CR are one of my very favorites, I was able to compare the leather to the model in the picture. They are very different. There is a gent selling one in a size 48 asking an arm and a leg for it. I hope he gets what he wants. I have only seen one in size 48.

 

[lina]

I had a gray one about three years ago. It was too big so I can’t help much with sizing. These run roomy/large. Wide sleeves. I do recall that. Most importantly, the hide was not the greatest imo. It’s why I didn’t look for a replacement. I haven’t handled a black one so no idea if the lackluster hide was because mine was gray. But my quick taste of the jacket was enough and I moved on.

Worn out elastic cuffs suck. I’d check for that.

Sheesh, what a useless post. Doubt it helps. Good luck.

All information is good information!

 

[lina]

I actually have one. They were produced mainly towards the end of the big square label production. You probably know that this jacket also has elastics at the bottom towards the back at sides of the hem. Mine was a little worked out but very functional. Elastic had its places in vintage jacket. However, for my personal taste, this jacket was ok. Not bad. Not as cool as other CF racer types. There was a gent in Ebay selling a brown in my size, but he and I could not agree on the price. I regret not purchasing it at his price because they are not that many around. The single pocket jackets square such as this label and rectangle (orange) label has a very different leather. Perhaps made by a different maker? In those days, Reed provided most of the leather for their early 60s production. Which I love. Since Reed CR are one of my very favorites, I was able to compare the leather to the model in the picture. They are very different. There is a gent selling one in a size 48 asking an arm and a leg for it. I hope he gets what he wants. I have only seen one in size 48.

Thanks! Any pics of you wearing yours?

 

[photo2u]

Thanks! Any pics of you wearing yours?

No.

 

[lina]

As it happens, I was traveling through Western Pennsylvania this weekend and took the opportunity to stop and try on this jacket, which is currently listed on eBay. I was very impressed with it!

The leather was thick but very well broken in after 70 years. The elastic cuffs were not annoying as I thought they might be. The elastic itself is not that stretchy and the leather is thick so it feels almost like just a snug cuff.

Unfortunately, the jacket was a little too small for me and a little too short. It is marked as a 44, which would often fit me in vintage sizes, but in this case I would need a 46 apparently.