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

[Jin431]

Im pretty sure it would be fine, I dont think you could avoid dyeing the sherpa/lining though. it would probably require you to submerge the entire jacket in the indigo dye.. but maybe you could "paint it" on.. with a cheap jacket could be a fun experiment.

I remember @ton312 dyeing one of his newer type 3 darker so I was just wondering if it can be done with indigo as well. I've no plans of actually going through with all that motion for my incoming Sherpa since I'll just make a mess of it lol

I think it is possible. Fiber reactive dye is designed to dye cellulose fibers (cotton, linnen, bamboo etc). The sherpa lining isn't plant based (It's polyester) so I don't think fibre reactive dye will react with the lining. It will only color the cotton outer layer.

that's very insightful, I think I get it to use a fiber reactive dye for making it darker if I wanted to. What brand is an example of that?

 

[Jin431]

Got two like this at a Re-sale shop here in the mid-west. I sold the smaller one. This one is a bit small for me, I think it is a 42.

The Old Timer, a bit big-probably a size 46

the smaller 42 looks mint, that's a nice shade of blue. I want to find one in my size for sure,

 

[Mrfrown]

Took a few with this Thedi fresh outta the package. I wouldn’t typically go all UPS like this but for today…hey, what can brown do for you?

Fit feels great, leather very nice thickness and pliability, some apparent pull up effect. From the state of the sleeves seems like it was never worn? Or perhaps just by someone with smaller arms. Could be short going by the end point of the zipper? Dunno. One step closer to an all Thedi collection

 

[TooManyHatsOnlyOneHead]

Took a few with this Thedi fresh outta the package. I wouldn’t typically go all UPS like this but for today…hey, what can brown do for you?

Fit feels great, leather very nice thickness and pliability, some apparent pull up effect. From the state of the sleeves seems like it was never worn? Or perhaps just by someone with smaller arms. Could be short going by the end point of the zipper? Dunno. One step closer to an all Thedi collection

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Hey that turned out pretty well. I took mine out to take some measurements and then started 2nd guessing myself. I'm with you, All Thedi Collection LOL. There's a lot more details on your jacket than mine (the shark gills sort of effect on the back, kidney panel, piping, handwarmers, wrist snaps). It's like you got a car with every option, showroom model for sure.

 

[Jin431]

Took a few with this Thedi fresh outta the package. I wouldn’t typically go all UPS like this but for today…hey, what can brown do for you?

Fit feels great, leather very nice thickness and pliability, some apparent pull up effect. From the state of the sleeves seems like it was never worn? Or perhaps just by someone with smaller arms. Could be short going by the end point of the zipper? Dunno. One step closer to an all Thedi collection

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very very nice! congrats!

 

[ton312]

I couldn’t resist for $29. Old Polo. Made in the USA. Sleeves look like they’ll need about a 6” leather cuff added. Dena will be busy in January.

 

[MrProper]

Café Racer for my eight year old.
It wasn't my idea, but he really wanted a leather jacket like I have for his birthday.

 

[tmitchell59]

Just came in from out West. Unlabeled California Sportswear Horsehide jacket. Like new, incredible! Size 44 tag in pocket. Weighs in around 6 pounds. I have this jacket with the Californian label.

 

[BlueSteel]

Got a previously-owned, but basically unworn Thedi shawl collar (sort of A-1 style) in black Italian cowhide on route to me.

Always liked Thedi, but figured I'd have to order custom because Thedi's off-the-rack configurations were always out of whack for my measurements. Closest I could come with those would be **XL, which would still be: a little tight in the chest, too short, and have sleeves *way* too long.

But then I saw this one for sale - it was a custom order with very good measurements for me that the owner said he bought a few years ago, put in the closet, and pretty much never wore.

I'm looking forward to receiving it soon:

Thedi Black Italian Cowhide

• BlueSteel
• Dec 7, 2021

I'm so happy to say this arrived and the fit is very good! A little extra room in the body, but these jackets are a tad boxy anyways. Waist is generous, but I cinched the straps on the sides and that makes the waist fit well. Sleeve length perfect, jacket length perfect, shoulders fit and feel great.

This really does look and smell like a brand new jacket. Considering I paid 50% of the new price...I am thrilled with it!

I'll try to get a couple fit pics to post in the next couple days.

 

[jpk_NJ]

Day after I sell my brown 70s Perfecto Cafe Racer, the closet says buy another. Black label perfecto long half belt en route. Missing the detachable belt of course but I have high hopes for this one...
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Epic fail from EBay. I hate buying on there and this might be the last buy / return. Almost every seam is missing the stitching and separating or just being barely held together by the inside glue / inner stitch. Shame because this one fit really well and the thickest perfecto hide I’ve ever come across

 

[El Marro]

Café Racer for my eight year old.
It wasn't my idea, but he really wanted a leather jacket like I have for his birthday.
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That is too cool man!!
What a lucky boy, I’m sure he will love it!

 

[Imuricecreamman]

Just came in from out West. Unlabeled California Sportswear Horsehide jacket. Like new, incredible! Size 44 tag in pocket. Weighs in around 6 pounds. I have this jacket with the Californian label.

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Wow! This is gorgeous. Pretty unique pocket layout as well.

 

[Zoo]

that's very insightful, I think I get it to use a fiber reactive dye for making it darker if I wanted to. What brand is an example of that?

I used iDye to dye a wool-blend reproduction military uniform, with very good results. I had to use both the Natural (fiber reactive) and Poly version of the color to do it because of the polyester in the wool and thread.
The first attempt to dye it black with a different brand of fiber reactive dye failed. The wool came out chocolate brown and the thread did not change color. Anecdotal, but it supports Marc's idea that the sherpa will come out fine.
https://www.dharmatrading.com/dyes/...uzuNJHBMo0jD70uKtCevRPRCQIwjBE68aAmT7EALw_wcB

 

[jonbuilder]

Just came in from out West. Unlabeled California Sportswear Horsehide jacket. Like new, incredible! Size 44 tag in pocket. Weighs in around 6 pounds. I have this jacket with the Californian label.

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Nice pickup, how did you identify the jacket as California Sportwear?
I like the pocket layout

 

[tmitchell59]

Nice pickup, how did you identify the jacket as California Sportwear?
I like the pocket layout

This one has the Californian label and I have seen others.

 

[Monitor]

...and them you realize you just dropped more money on a belt than any leather jacket ever.

 

[ton312]

...and them you realize you just dropped more money on a belt than any leather jacket ever.

But...

 

[Monitor]

But...

It's an investment plan. Kind of like Bitcoin only thru stuff I understand.

 

[ton312]

It's an investment plan. Kind of like Bitcoin only thru stuff I understand.

I hate to say it but I think the window on Chrome Hearts closed in 2003

 

[Monitor]

I hate to say it but I think the window on Chrome Hearts closed in 2003

Load up Grailed, just click on the search tab and you'll see that the first suggestion in the search drop-down menu will be Rick Owens and the second Chrome Hearts. And that's just the search - They also got CH featured in the "Curated Collection" list at this very second AND a new, rehashed article from just a few days ago, which means people are searching for it like mad. CH is the most popular brand at this moment just about anywhere, hyped to death by rap stars and such and everything you got up to 2015 has literally tripled in prices. Belt I got was regularly sold for $750 in 2018 & it's over $2K at this moment. It's pretty insane. I'm trying to grab a few pieces from sources that still hadn't caught up with the hype and quickly move some pieces but I really dig the belt and the bracelet, which I intend to keep.

I think we're good another year or two as this junk is hypin' in China rn but after that, we'll see. I don't think the prices will ever go back to what they were a few years back. Hadn't happen with many niche jacket brands, let alone with a company as big as CH.

The only difference from 2003 is that there's this sorta thing going on right now called Chrome Wars, with older fans dedicated to jewelry and leathers, hating on new junk they're releasing for thousands of monies, such as hoodies and Levi's jeans with crosses but regardless, they're definitely in demand right now.