60 degrees Fahrenheit yesterday... 30 degrees this morning. I can't stand it. Wore an A2 yesterday, Shearling lined ThunderBay and gloves today!!!!
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Umbreyago! These are the conditions that prevail!
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For those interested from upstatestyleguy on IG yesterdays bike riders event at Schott nyc
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I think it's a great looking jacket, imo the nicest 'new' Schott style released in a while.Would be very interested to hear more of people’s impressions and thoughts on this one. Seems like a good opportunity to buy what is effectively a vintage replica jacket of a type most of us would not be able to find a good example of in the wild, for a reasonable price, and new. I get the impression that the design of the back will be divisive, but I like the touch of western style. Weigh in!
I think it's a great looking jacket, imo the nicest 'new' Schott style released in a while.
Somehow it looks a lot more 'relaxed' and natural than the Y2 HR - 55 which is also a Hercules copy by made by the Japanese.
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The HR 55 by Y2 is a veg tanned HH, so it's stiffer and has more solid aspect than the schott's repro. It doesnt look as "relaxed" of course.I think it's a great looking jacket, imo the nicest 'new' Schott style released in a while.
Somehow it looks a lot more 'relaxed' and natural than the Y2 HR - 55 which is also a Hercules copy by made by the Japanese.
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I fully agree but they use different (more premium) hides for these limited edition runs. I didn't handle this particular hide but I have handled other limited edition cowhide Schott's and I was surprised how nice some of them were.but to be honnest I find their cowhide soooo boring,
Lol, they should fire the person who decided to go with a roller buckle. A roller buckle is THE signifier for the worst of the worst 80s junk.What I find awfull is the choice they made for the buckle of the optional belt: It looks so cheap!
It's bigger / longer because they added two or three inches to the overall body length. To keep everything in proportion they had to blow up / stretch out the D pocket as well.Now that @Mysteryo has drawn my attention to it, the D pocket does look a bit too big.
I agree and I do really like the Schott. It’s based on a classic. Still would go Aero given the choice of hides. This Y2 hide is visually more appealing to me.
I would add that the original Herc/Oakbrook/CSC/RW MC jackets these are modeled after are not difficult to find in great condition in all range of size for generally much less money. You’ve got at least one right? I’ve still got one (RW) and have owned 3 or 4 others.
It's bigger / longer because they added two or three inches to the overall body length. To keep everything in proportion they had to blow up / stretch out the D pocket as well.
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Really Jaunty jacket - the BLUE is a great color and the slacks/trousers work to bring deserved attention to a standout jacket.
Yes, the jacket is a tasteful BLUE - nothing too loud or outlandish and the fit only adds to its allure. Money well spent!Yeah, the colour is definitely „blue enough“ to demand attention, but it still works as a daily driver.
I am always tempted by LL‘s turquoise or vintage turquoise, but I don’t think I’d wear something like that enough to justify the pricetag.
Took the jacket to an overnight offsite and got some favourable comments from some rather conservative fellows.
Who makes that trojan? Very well made.Got home late. First outing of this beast while riding my Vespa.
It’s windproof and when done all up keeps your neck warm. Super comfortable and perfect for riding.
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