Finds and Deals - Leather Jacket Edition

[Aloysius]

Maybe not a deal or a find? I love the design but still don't understand what makes these items so pricey or desirable. Happy to learn. https://rb.gy/7o68oa View attachment 723269

Beautiful. Unfortunately too small for me.

Ralph Lauren’s brand, marketing and design. Most of your money would not be paying for the hide, hardware or construction cost. The same reasons as to why LV or Hermes is pricey or desirable.

“Desirable” is subjective. Maybe to the general public who aren’t leather jacket enthusiasts, but RRL leather jackets aren’t desirable around here, where better alternatives exist.

Yeah, I don't know about this. RRLs are often repros of rare designs that no one else repros, and I wouldn't say they have poor hide or hardware, having handled them. RRL started in the early 90s; they predate every other repro leather brand except Aero.

They've also done stuff like collaborating with Schott to repro the 1940s Schott/Beck jackets; if that isn't TFL friendly, I don't know what is.

 

[Edward]

More something to go with a leather jacket (these would look superb with a nice halfbelt or workcoat):

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/38880333...1oa3UeMVQ13iooiP7EMOXKYVg=|tkp:Bk9SR7yEydGVZg

Aero Hampden boots. Not mine. Spotted on eBay in the wild. UK Size 11.5 or I'd be putting a bid on. Dainite soles. Design based on a pair Ken had as a kid in the 50s, which were old-school football boots with the suds removed and converted into streetwear, which was a fairly common practice in those days. Fancied a pair of these myself but never quite had the cash to hand when they were available (Aero aren't currently doing footwear as their bootmaker has retired and they've not yet identified a new supplier).

 

[lina]

Buco 22.5 p2p $415

https://ebay.us/m/jV52KN


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A good seller. I’ve bought from him in the past.

 

[TartuWolf]

RW -20%

 

[greenc]

@jchance I just checked the ad and the description mentioned "light surface cracking" on the shoulders, just as an FYI to anyone interested.

 

[jchance]

A good seller. I’ve bought from him in the past.

Isn’t the seller a lounger (kblake?)?

Herms Leather Togs 23.5 p2p $295

https://ebay.us/m/vFI3x6

 

[cbez]

Isn’t the seller a lounger (kblake?)?

Herms Leather Togs 23.5 p2p $295

https://ebay.us/m/vFI3x6


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The v taper only guys screaming and crying right now

 

[jchance]

1950s (horse Red Label?) Cal 42, 22.5” p2p $400 obo

https://ebay.us/m/h2tMxy

 

[jchance]

1940s Ward 44 p2p $400 obo

https://ebay.us/m/yrJNoo

 

[jchance]

Unlabeled horsehide 23x23 $107 obo (watch and seller offers $94). Nynco main zipper and diamond pull pocket zippers. I’d remove the lining and DIY stitch up the shoulder seams.

https://poshmark.com/listing/Vintag...e-Jacket-Vintage-USA-67c674995c465eeb1cb3a050

 

[tmitchell59]

1940s Ward 44 p2p $400 obo

https://ebay.us/m/yrJNoo

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I owned one of these years ago, had the 50s MW Windward label. These were made by California Sportswear, that is their horsehide tag with the late 40s MW California label.

I've seen this jacket on ebay. These are heavy horsehide jackets, a great buy. Mine was a bit small for me at the time.

The use of California on a label was a big selling point. CSC and several other companies sued over the right to use Made in California, and California which was being used by maker outside of the state. They won that right I believe in the mid 1930s.

 

[r.biker]

May be of interest to someone??
https://www.vinted.co.uk/items/6878998858-vintage-60s-german-leather-biker-jacket

 

[greenc]

May be of interest to someone??
https://www.vinted.co.uk/items/6878998858-vintage-60s-german-leather-biker-jacket

@r.biker I think that German moto-ish jacket is terrific. Do you know if Vinted sellers typically ship to North America or is it restricted to EU and UK buyers?

 

[TartuWolf]

@r.biker I think that German moto-ish jacket is terrific. Do you know if Vinted sellers typically ship to North America or is it restricted to EU and UK buyers?

Usually Vinted sellers are extremely annoying to deal with, but some of them will agree to deal outside of that accursed platform and send wherever you request at your expense.
I'm sure you can work something out with this seller though as it's a Vintage clothing company in UK.

 

[greenc]

Usually Vinted sellers are extremely annoying to deal with, but some of them will agree to deal outside of that accursed platform and send wherever you request at your expense.
I'm sure you can work something out with this seller though as it's a Vintage clothing company in UK.
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@TartuWolf thank you - I've emailed Granny Greens and will see what they say. Keep you all posted, enjoy the weekend. Thank you for the contact, I appreciate it.

 

[cbez]

Besides China and Hong Kong, de minimis doesn’t end until July 2027. Even then, there’s still fromjapan’s willingness to declare “gift” and low value.

Senate Moves to End De Minimis

The Senate's budget reconciliation bill includes a provision to permanently end the de minimis exemption for commercial shipments from all countries by 2027.

www.rila.org

1940s Ward 44 p2p $400 obo

https://ebay.us/m/yrJNoo

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May be of interest to someone??
https://www.vinted.co.uk/items/6878998858-vintage-60s-german-leather-biker-jacket

dam double vintage finds

 

[jchance]

1950s HD 19.5 p2p $279 obo

https://ebay.us/m/a7AC3z

 

[photo2u]

1950s HD 19.5 p2p $279 obo

https://ebay.us/m/a7AC3z

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Very nice Naugalite! Not leather. Came out in 1958. This particular one is cool, but it is a lady's model. Four colors for men and ladies.

 

[Leather Walker]

This enjoyed Al's Leather with mouton collar, $215: eBay

 

[jchance]

(1950s Red Label?) Cal 23 p2p, $178 obo. Serval zippers

https://ebay.us/m/hLB9hy