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

[Goel]

Something like this then

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In which colour?


I do not have any LW in this model - something I should address - so I cannot comment on the range of motion. Overall, as you say, LW jackets have good range of motion and deer should give you extra flexibility. When it comes to water repellence, keep in mind that although it will not be as good as the LW HH, it will keep you drier than most other jackets. @Carlos840 is riding with his moose jackets - similar to deer - under the rain and can comment further.

JL makes a great trucker as well, but as you say they use different hides. I suspect they could source chrome tanned deer if you asked them, but it would still not be the same as the one LW uses - their hides are made to spec.

Yeah, I've already got myself a nice black half belt from JL and I feel like a brown deerskin would cover everything I could want... but I really dig the green (and navy!) they have as well. The finish is the main thing I like about LW deerskin though, JL's deerskin is a chrome tan but it has an aniline finish. I got a sample and it soaks up any liquid like a sponge, same for their bison. I could supply something myself but I'm finding it's rather hard to get a hold of good stuff in the retail market, and LW leathers really appeal to me. I just have to decide if it's worth the price of two JLs.

Unrelated to that but I'm considering giving Simmons Bilt another shot for a B6 this time. I would do Aero but I missed the 10% deal and SB has a more appealing selection of sheepskins. I really like the Ginger fur and black especially.

 

[red devil]

Yeah, I've already got myself a nice black half belt from JL and I feel like a brown deerskin would cover everything I could want... but I really dig the green (and navy!) they have as well. The finish is the main thing I like about LW deerskin though, JL's deerskin is a chrome tan but it has an aniline finish. I got a sample and it soaks up any liquid like a sponge, same for their bison. I could supply something myself but I'm finding it's rather hard to get a hold of good stuff in the retail market, and LW leathers really appeal to me. I just have to decide if it's worth the price of two JLs.

Unrelated to that but I'm considering giving Simmons Bilt another shot for a B6 this time. I would do Aero but I missed the 10% deal and SB has a more appealing selection of sheepskins. I really like the Ginger fur and black especially.

The blue deer is not as dark as the blue HH

Keep in mind that there is a variation between batches, this is probably two - three batches ago

One good option would be to buy another batch from Kokkolan, but I guess they will not allow you to buy small quantity anymore?

Simmons Bilt are likely the best value for money you can get of all brands we discuss here, let us know if you go for it

 

[Bonasera]

You’ve got an incredible collection. Sometimes I wish I were a 38. So many great opportunities.

Thanks. But 38-40 size jacket price is going higher every year...
Often feel a bit sad watching auction...
I was very lucky this time

 

[Goel]

The blue deer is not as dark as the blue HH

Keep in mind that there is a variation between batches, this is probably two - three batches ago

One good option would be to buy another batch from Kokkolan, but I guess they will not allow you to buy small quantity anymore?

Simmons Bilt are likely the best value for money you can get of all brands we discuss here, let us know if you go for it

I like the look of the blue deer regardless, it's like an off black.

About Kokkolan, last I heard (I think from here?) they weren't doing elk leather. Anyways, they do have a minimum order amount which wouldn't work if I only need 2 or 3 hides at most. There is that website where they offload their seconds and odd small batches but like Maverick leather their options are all over the place in terms of quality and availability.

 

[JMax]

Thanks. But 38-40 size jacket price is going higher every year...
Often feel a bit sad watching auction...
I was very lucky this time

I guess that’s the flip side to being able to fit into many vtg jackets. More heartache of this kind.

You have some great, rare jackets. Always nice to see them.

 

[Monitor]

These just reached @JMax who, again, is awesome enough to proxy 'em for me & who took the following photos. Confirmed HH. I'm super excited! To finally see the elusive Langlitz green label HH. My Wasteland gear is more than complete now, just need a double-barreled sawn-off.

 

[ton312]

Sherpa crack rock has bitten me (again). Damn these fluffy marshmallow jackets! They give a cheap hit and I’m packing my pipe full. Another confirmation that I am deep on the spectrum. No choice but to revel in it.

 

[tmitchell59]

Sherpa crack rock has bitten me (again). Damn these fluffy marshmallow jackets! They give a cheap hit and I’m packing my pipe full. Another confirmation that I am deep on the spectrum. No choice but to revel in it.

I want to write the sales copy for my jackets.

 

[ABCD]

This Laskinlamb is on its way to me

 

[JMax]

This Laskinlamb is on its way to me

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Nice find and purchase. Very cool jacket. Condition looks to be excellent.

 

[TLW '90]

Not exactly a jacket but a NOS OG-108 wool field shirt.
Seller lists it as Korean war era, but they were used a long time and I believe I see '71 date code on the label.

 

[TLW '90]

It turns out I accidentally ordered 2 of the wool field shirts.

 

[JMax]

Low prices sucked me in…

Schott 520. Miss my Cheyenne so I took a chance. @TooManyHatsOnlyOneHead Didn't you own one?

Then found this Golden Bear wool HB. Seen it in different plaids but i was looking for one in a solid color. We shall see.

 

[TooManyHatsOnlyOneHead]

No

Low prices sucked me in…

Schott 520. Miss my Cheyenne so I took a chance. @TooManyHatsOnlyOneHead Didn't you own one?

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Then found this Golden Bear wool HB. Seen it in different plaids but i was looking for one in a solid color. We shall see.

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No, not me. I tried on the horsehide type 1 though. If I had my wallet on me, it would have come home for sure.

 

[handymike]

Pioneerwear

 

[ton312]

Pioneerwear
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Oh man that is cool!

 

[photo2u]

Schott perfecto jacket has arrived.
Judging from the ribbon label and vinyl leather using, made in late 50s to early 60s?
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Love that jacket. Post 1957. I had one long ago. Nice fit and EXCELLENT pick up. I am looking for one in size 42.

 

[ojaw]

Second hand via ‘From Japan’ Pherrow’s Single Rider appeared on my doorstep yesterday, really nice heavy (to me!) horsehide in a jacket that works for my proportions. Paid a little less than half of the new price for something that I can’t find any real signs of usage on!

 

[moktabe]

Sheene in Badalassi arrived this morning.

A perfect fit in my eyes!

 

[Canuck Panda]

The leather God threw me a bone and let me have this one, after 9 out of 10 jackets were sniped from me just this month.
I've also been looking for this leather "shirt" for a long time. The real vintage are hard to come by in a nice condition and size I wanted. The Taobao copy is too sheepy. The Japanese repro is too pricey. This lightly used Vanson hits the spot just right. Hard to see in the small photo but I believe those zip sleeves are the nice Leathertog styles. Now just waiting for EMS.

I've also got a wool half belt coming from Aero. Been wanting a wool HB for a while. It's a good week.