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

[JMax]

This one is 2 grand with a 20" p2p

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Makes sense that Fidelity, Wolf, Bogen & Sons, etc., made jackets for Indian.

 

[Will Zach]

My baby is coming back! The 1940/1950s HH Spiegel has undergone extensive renovation and is coming back next week. It was relined and the main zipper was changed from a pretty sloppy YKK replacement to NOS fat Talon. The label was re-attached, couple of snaps exchanged, original interior pocket was retained. Cannot wait.

 

[jonbuilder]

Makes sense that Fidelity, Wolf, Bogen & Sons, etc., made jackets for Indian.

You sir are catching Terry with your knowledge of vintage jacket makers contracting with the jacket retailers of the 40s and 50s
Edit As I have stated in prior threads, I would prefer a jacket with the maker's label over the retailer's label regards of market value.

 

[Will Zach]

^^
He always knew that stuff, he was just layin low....

 

[JMax]

You sir are catching Terry with your knowledge of vintage jacket makers contracting with the jacket retailers of the 40s and 50s
Edit As I have stated in prior threads, I would prefer a jacket with the maker's label over the retailer's label regards of market value.

I am catching TM in the same way I’d catch Usain Bolt in the 200.

 

[ton312]

My baby is coming back! The 1940/1950s HH Spiegel has undergone extensive renovation and is coming back next week. It was relined and the main zipper was changed from a pretty sloppy YKK replacement to NOS fat Talon. The label was re-attached, couple of snaps exchanged, original interior pocket was retained. Cannot wait.

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That looks superb!!! Very well done!

 

[tmitchell59]

I recently bought this jacket at full auction. $860 + tax + shipping.

If this jacket had been listed Buy it Now (BIN) for $860 I would not have bought it and I doubt anyone else would have. I would have hit BIN at $750, so to me the seller made about $100 more by auctioning this jacket.

This jacket below purchased by another member sells for $262 at full auction. It would have sold quickly with a BIN of $362 or more! So I calculate a loss of at least $100 for using the auction format on this jacket.

This Durable recently sold with a BIN of $380 or offer! This jacket at auction would have brought at least $300 more, probably a lot more.

Just saw this Hercules in the SOLD section. Sold BIN $700. I never saw the original listing. This is the iconic Sears Hercules made by Monarch. Pretty rough and very small. Not too sure this one would have bought $700 at auction, I would not have bid that.

I have at least 2 more sad examples of BIN priced jackets that I would have paid double or triple for.

No point, or it just got lost. I'm going back to ebay and do some mining.

 

[Blackadder]

Just won this jacket. It seems to be a young adult Sears jacket according to the Sears' catalogue posted by Terry.

 

[tmitchell59]

I do like this jacket. I don't recall seeing a Spiegel of this quality ever. The lining and Big Talon look great on this jacket. Why do these remind me of a Durable?

 

[tmitchell59]

I made out on this one. One of my favorite vintage jackets. Lots of bidders, and it didn’t really go anywhere. I was positive the price would blow right past me. Hoping for a wee bit more than the stated P2P though.

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Yes you did. I was involved elsewhere and one person can make a difference. I would not have gone as strong as you. You are the East Coast Man, you know your stuff. This Boston area is like the West Coast bay area when I frequent. edit: this was a difficult jacket for me to not bid on! It is the Top of Quality, just doesn't have a name.

I have a sharp focus on the wool/flannel lined jackets from the late 40s. They just have a vibe, even the redos look better in the wool lining. These were the first of the post-war MC jacket boom. They just have that transition look, from old school to new school.

The leather quality of this jacket is so dramatic, I mean, hard to miss. Were people just missing the label? I do like a label, but quality is hard to hide.

Anyway, went to the right person. Look forward to your rave!

 

[JMax]

Yes you did. I was involved elsewhere and one person can make a difference. I would not have gone as strong as you. You are the East Coast Man, you know your stuff. This Boston area is like the West Coast bay area when I frequent. edit: this was a difficult jacket for me to not bid on! It is the Top of Quality, just doesn't have a name.

I have a sharp focus on the wool/flannel lined jackets from the late 40s. They just have a vibe, even the redos look better in the wool lining. These were the first of the post-war MC jacket boom. They just have that transition look, from old school to new school.

The leather quality of this jacket is so dramatic, I mean, hard to miss. Were people just missing the label? I do like a label, but quality is hard to hide.

Anyway, went to the right person. Look forward to your rave!

Thank you sir. I am happy. Along with the beautiful hide and wool lining, the short lifespan of the company intrigued me. Such beautiful jackets, especially the early ones. Like a comet in the vintage leather jacket world.

It was on my short list. One you have had major hand in crafting lol. I hope it fits well enough to actually wear out and about. Onto the next. Not too many more and hopefully I can drop the mic like A1.


I doubt it.

 

[hodgeko]

Unfortunately the USPS isn’t being cool and this one is delayed. But Ive got this HH Sportclad coming at some point. Very excited! The seller listed it as 50s/60s but I’m thinking could be more like 40s/50s? Trying to read up on Sportclad on the Lounge.

I’ve also got a nice red Baracuta coming, but I may have made a mistake with the UK sizing and it might not fit. The price was too amazing to let it go though so I took a chance. We’ll see, fingers crossed!

 

[tmitchell59]

Not too many more and hopefully I can drop the mic like A1.

maintain a flow/in and out

 

[tmitchell59]

This JC Penney Sportclad has a label c.1946 -1951. The zipper pull and stop will tell more. Post pics and info when you get it. I'm curious about the leather/finish. Love the lining!

information in this thread. Post your jacket

https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/vintage-outerwear-threads-of-the-past.102621/

 

[hodgeko]

Thanks, will do!

This JC Penney Sportclad has a label c.1946 -1951. The zipper pull and stop will tell more. Post pics and info when you get it. I'm curious about the leather/finish. Love the lining!

information in this thread. Post your jacket

https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/vintage-outerwear-threads-of-the-past.102621/

 

[Turnip]

Dickies Lined Eisenhower, Mellow Green

 

[JMax]

My baby is coming back! The 1940/1950s HH Spiegel has undergone extensive renovation and is coming back next week. It was relined and the main zipper was changed from a pretty sloppy YKK replacement to NOS fat Talon. The label was re-attached, couple of snaps exchanged, original interior pocket was retained. Cannot wait.

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Looks amazing. Who did the work?

 

[Will Zach]

Looks amazing. Who did the work?

A Polish equivalent of Dena. A true magician, did 4 of my jackets. Specializes in biker jackets that have met the pavement, but does vintage jackets as well. I can provide info to those who are interested; makes most sense for those who are Europe-based due to shipping. I do business with her when I am there.

 

[MrProper]

A Polish equivalent of Dena. A true magician, did 4 of my jackets. Specializes in biker jackets that have met the pavement, but does vintage jackets as well. I can provide info to those who are interested; makes most sense for those who are Europe-based due to shipping. I do business with her when I am there.

A Dena in Europe would be perfect.
I have nothing to make currently, but am still very interested in name/website. Sometimes the need comes faster than you think

 

[Will Zach]

I do like this jacket. I don't recall seeing a Spiegel of this quality ever. The lining and Big Talon look great on this jacket. Why do these remind me of a Durable?

Ha! This Spiegel was the reason I did not buy this Durable for $380. I figured I already have something very similar. The Durable was still available when I clicked on the link, it was about 30 minutes after @JMax posted it.