What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

[navetsea]

why do they put a chain on pocket watch? we carry mobile phone "arguably" as important and vulnerable as pocket watch without any chain on everyday basis. while those watches looks like lozenges can, should be sitting safely inside any pockets.

 

[King B]

You have a bad a$$ CAL! JUST SAYING. But this is nice to

Thank you Sir.

 

[Tusche]

LW Suburban

 

[Monitor]

why do they put a chain on pocket watch? we carry mobile phone "arguably" as important and vulnerable as pocket watch without any chain on everyday basis. while those watches looks like lozenges can, should be sitting safely inside any pockets.

Pocket watches are prone to being dropped and getting lost & it used to be pretty much the only thing you had on yourself that would cease to function in case of a fall. Plus, since they're much tinier than a phone, you'd have to fumble through your pockets (and pocket bags used to be much deeper than today) each time you wanted to check the, well, time.
Even if it didn't break from a drop, if you've missed the pocket bag while inserting it, by the time you look down, chances are the watch has already rolled into oblivion.

Decorative ones were made from gold and have always been a prime target for pickpockets so chain was essential. . . But professionals could lift the entire thing without you ever noticing, chain and all.

 

[navetsea]

yeah OK, I understand it make it easier to pull from pocket, if for ready access and safety above everything else neck chain like coach with stopwatch can't be beaten

 

[Motocann]

Aha! I always thought it was "The TFL-button" to button a second jacket to the front, so that you were able to wear two jackets at the same time...

Oh, that’s interesting, I never thought of that. I’ve seen old timey photos of a work apron that buttons to that hole, ties at the bottom like a regular apron.

 

[Imuricecreamman]

Going out to scare some "old people"

 

[Turnip]

Sure that doesn´t rather scare young folks instead?

 

[Imuricecreamman]

Sure that doesn´t rather scare young folks instead?

Only when I pull off the muffler

 

[regius]

Enjoying the last few days of cold

 

[Jin431]

New to me IH Type 3 19oz jacket from @MattinMD. Couldn't resist the iron heart temptation but now I know why this is so highly thought of. Longer in the body than what I'm used to wearing but I don't think it's too bad

 

[Psant25]

New to me IH Type 3 19oz jacket from @MattinMD. Couldn't resist the iron heart temptation but now I know why this is so highly thought of. Longer in the body than what I'm used to wearing but I don't think it's too bad


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Looks good! They do run longer than I prefer. Last one felt too long for me and sold it but I was considering having JL remove the lower band, hack off about 1-2 inches, replace the band. Probably not that easy idk...Have some room with pocket placement. Not sure you would consider but I recall you being pretty close to them.

 

[58panheadfan]

Buco J65 from 1951 2nd Label; Nothing can affect the patina more than time

 

[HoosierDaddy]

I wouldn't want it any longer....but the overall fit sure suits you IMO. Just wear it ahile then maybe give it a good soak to break it in. Very nice Jin !!
HD

 

[JMax]

Buco J65 from 1951 2nd Label; Nothing can affect the patina more than time

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Perfect jacket.

 

[Jin431]

Looks good! They do run longer than I prefer. Last one felt too long for me and sold it but I was considering having JL remove the lower band, hack off about 1-2 inches, replace the band. Probably not that easy idk...Have some room with pocket placement. Not sure you would consider but I recall you being pretty close to them.

Thank you @Psant25 The back length is what prevented me from trying them before, I still prefer the classic shorter body denim jackets but this is too nice to move on from. That's a lot of work for a denim jacket plus JL is swamped with SFPD jacket orders right now. My jacket is running 1 month behind already.

I wouldn't want it any longer....but the overall fit sure suits you IMO. Just wear it ahile then maybe give it a good soak to break it in. Very nice Jin !!
HD

Thank you kindly, HD. I was concerned about the length but it's also nice to wear something longer in length. I actually have the jacket soaking in cold water and will wear it to dry for the rest of the day.

Buco J65 from 1951 2nd Label; Nothing can affect the patina more than time

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Wow! That jacket has so much earned patina. Congrats

 

[jpk_NJ]

1st wear on my 4th or 5th purchase of a Vanson Chopper. Finally one that fits just right

 

[58panheadfan]

Wow! That jacket has so much earned patina. Congrats

Thank you, unfortunately most of it not through me but still a nice time capsule.

 

[navetsea]

Only when I pull off the muffler

hope you wear the right muffler to impress the zillennials

 

[tmitchell59]

Buco J65 from 1951 2nd Label; Nothing can affect the patina more than time

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I do like this model. Has a civilian Aviator look with belt loops! This must be a seldom seen model? I would have noticed this, it stands out in the Buco line.