How many new jackets do you have coming (and how many potential ones)?

[jonesy86]

I know at a lot of jackets they don't, but for some reason I think it looks better when the side tabs and the halfbelt line up.

I'm pretty sure that this is a copy of Freewheeler's Sunset, who probably copied a lot of design elements from Monarch.

 

[jonesy86]

What a cool process! If I were doing it I’d align the angle of the chest with the hand warmer. Something like this:
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Freewheelers does that.

 

[ABCD]

Freewheelers does that.

Their sunset jacket in deerskin is really cool.

 

[jonesy86]

Their sunset jacket in deerskin is really cool.

I want to get a jacket made like the Sunset only in Capeskin, or a light goatskin.

 

[red devil]

I want to get a jacket made like the Sunset only in Capeskin, or a light goatskin.

Why goatskin?

 

[jonesy86]

Why goatskin?

I have had several jackets made from goatskin, it is often relatively light weight yet quite durable.

 

[red devil]

I would say try deerskin, not as durable but feels very nice

Edit: I am biased lol

 

[jonesy86]

I would say try deerskin, not as durable but feels very nice

Edit: I am biased lol

I have been searching for a vintage deerskin, but as with most vintage stuff it is too small and/or short for me. I sure like the FW Sunset which I have read is Shinki deerskin, but probably can't get one that would fit. I handled a deerskin RMC that was very nice, but as with most Japanese makers too small. Don't think Aero does deerskin, don't think SB does either. Himel has some on his web page under specialty leather, but have not heard much. I think Thedi has done some in the past, I will ask him when he gets back from vacation. Deerskin sounds like a good choice. Thanks for the tip.

 

[red devil]

I have been searching for a vintage deerskin, but as with most vintage stuff it is too small and/or short for me. I sure like the FW Sunset which I have read is Shinki deerskin, but probably can't get one that would fit. I handled a deerskin RMC that was very nice, but as with most Japanese makers too small. Don't think Aero does deerskin, don't think SB does either. Himel has some on his web page under specialty leather, but have not heard much. I think Thedi has done some in the past, I will ask him when he gets back from vacation. Deerskin sounds like a good choice. Thanks for the tip.

Thedi had deerskin when I asked before his vacation, and those I handled at the shop looked nice.

 

[dudewuttheheck]

Deerskin really does feel absolutely incredible. I was a horsehide only guy for so long, but now my deerskin jacket is my favorite.

I really hope Freewheelers does more deerskin jackets in the future.

Himel does have some, but he is low on the stock of one of the colors. You could definitely send him an email or something and ask though. Otherwise I would echo @red devil and say go with Thedi. I saw Theodoros post some gorgeous looking deerskin on Instagram so that would probably be a good bet.

 

[jonbuilder]

This SB arrived. Sadly it’s a buy and fly. Marked a 44” but fits like a 46”. Maybe even a 48”.
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Aero HWM sizing. I do not understand the logic of marking jackets two sizes larger than the tag size

 

[jonbuilder]

Deerskin really does feel absolutely incredible. I was a horsehide only guy for so long, but now my deerskin jacket is my favorite.

I really hope Freewheelers does more deerskin jackets in the future.

Himel does have some, but he is low on the stock of one of the colors. You could definitely send him an email or something and ask though. Otherwise I would echo @red devil and say go with Thedi. I saw Theodoros post some gorgeous looking deerskin on Instagram so that would probably be a good bet.

Lost World will do a special order if they have any deer in stock

 

[jonbuilder]

I certainly would rather have this one:
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looks like a soft leather perhaps deer?

 

[red devil]

Considering the jackets I have handled, I would chose Thedi over Himel every single time, but I think I am very clear in my appreciation of Thedi leathers

The deerskin used by LW is less pliable, so I don't think it is a good option for @jonesy86 , I would rather recommend goatskin in this case.

I think the best bet is Thedi overall, he had veg tanned deerskin, so it will age nicely

 

[Tom71]

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Guess I’ll see what the hype is about. Should be here in Nov which sounds ideal.

Really interested to learn how this works out for you. As you say, the stuff looks good, but perhaps just not quite unique enough to explain the huge hype. Could it be that they run their thing a tiny bit like a sect?? I mean they are clearly cool and thoughtful people, but there is quite a bit of political opinion going on with their Insta. Not that I mind...

Having said on this, I would order the Wills in a heartbeat but for the fuss about the „order race“ (which honestly p...‘s me off a bit) and the additional cost on an already pricey item due to import duties.

Will read your impression with interest, once you lay your hands on the jacket!

 

[58panheadfan]

Their sunset jacket in deerskin is really cool.

There is a reason why my fw sunset jacket is at the top of the podium of the countless leather jackets I had and that is shinki deerskin!

 

[El Marro]

I have been searching for a vintage deerskin, but as with most vintage stuff it is too small and/or short for me. I sure like the FW Sunset which I have read is Shinki deerskin, but probably can't get one that would fit. I handled a deerskin RMC that was very nice, but as with most Japanese makers too small. Don't think Aero does deerskin, don't think SB does either. Himel has some on his web page under specialty leather, but have not heard much. I think Thedi has done some in the past, I will ask him when he gets back from vacation. Deerskin sounds like a good choice. Thanks for the tip.

I bet you that Johnson Leathers could make you something in deerskin but they would probably have to order the hide first. At one point I was talking to them about making me a jacket in a nice tobacco colored bison so I know they have access to to a variety of hides.

 

[red devil]

I bet you that Johnson Leathers could make you something in deerskin but they would probably have to order the hide first. At one point I was talking to them about making me a jacket in a nice tobacco colored bison so I know they have access to to a variety of hides.

Yes, Johnson leather can pretty much do almost anything, they have or can easily source deerskin. Funny you should mention bison as I am struggling to choose which colour to go with, they have an impressive selection!

 

[Robbie79]

I have been searching for a vintage deerskin, but as with most vintage stuff it is too small and/or short for me. I sure like the FW Sunset which I have read is Shinki deerskin, but probably can't get one that would fit. I handled a deerskin RMC that was very nice, but as with most Japanese makers too small. Don't think Aero does deerskin, don't think SB does either. Himel has some on his web page under specialty leather, but have not heard much. I think Thedi has done some in the past, I will ask him when he gets back from vacation. Deerskin sounds like a good choice. Thanks for the tip.

@jonesy86 I do also recommend Thedi. He has a beautiful distressed brown veg tanned Deerskin (I have one jacket in order) which is rather thick and pliable but he also offers also other colours. Theodoros recommended the brown one to me. You can’t go wrong with Theodoros. I do also have a FW Sunset and a still unworn The Flat Head deerskin jacket. I do also prefer deerskin over Goatskin even if it is not so wear resistant

 

[Harris HTM]

don't think SB does either

I do own a SB Gatsby in Deerskin, around one year old. It is thick and heavy, yet really supple.