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

[Craig from Craigslist]

Did GB make a lot of the LL Bean jackets at some point? I didn't know that.

I think I read there was a connection on an older thread in this forum but it makes sense to me. LL Bean isn’t known for their leather jackets otherwise so I doubt they were made in Maine. The leather cuff protector is also a Golden Bear signature on their bomber and varsity jackets.

 

[Bluechel]

I think I read there was a connection on an older thread in this forum but it makes sense to me. LL Bean isn’t known for their leather jackets otherwise so I doubt they were made in Maine. The leather cuff protector is also a Golden Bear signature on their bomber and varsity jackets.

One of their leather jackets is very highly regarded…(ll bean)

 

[Blackadder]

These 3 arrived. 2 out of 3 and aint bad. The left one has a big hole in the shoulder but not gonna seek to return it. Going to wear it until it disintegrate.
Also came in is a wool Jelado Hercules repro. Am happy that all 4 fit pretty well.

 

[ABCD]

Third time's the charm. This Field Leathers will be delivered on Monday.

 

[Bluechel]

Ah the grain……..

 

[jadub]

FL is using Badalssi again right? Is that Badalassi? Looks amazing. Can’t wait for the show!

 

[ABCD]

FL is using Badalssi again right? Is that Badalassi? Looks amazing. Can’t wait for the show!

Nope, this is 'Italian cowhide'. Pigment dyed (the core is beige) unlike Badalassi which is full or semi aniline if I'm not mistaken.

 

[Canuck Panda]

These 3 arrived. 2 out of 3 and aint bad. The left one has a big hole in the shoulder but not gonna seek to return it. Going to wear it until it disintegrate.
Also came in is a wool Jelado Hercules repro. Am happy that all 4 fit pretty well.

Favourable exchange rates are hard to resist.
if you fall in love with the vintage with the hole, it can get mended. I’ve seen some very good patch jobs they would reinforce from the back, fuse it together. And the weights will smooth out the repair area.
how you like the Sugar Cane jacket? I found one just for that Roughwear inner collar…

 

[Blackadder]

Favourable exchange rates are hard to resist.
if you fall in love with the vintage with the hole, it can get mended. I’ve seen some very good patch jobs they would reinforce from the back, fuse it together. And the weights will smooth out the repair area.
how you like the Sugar Cane jacket? I found one just for that Roughwear inner collar…
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Thank you. I know a few Japanese workshops that do repair. Re-Sew at Schott Grand store for one but I don't think I would bother. There are cracks all along the shoulder and collar.
The HH on the Sugar Cane feels very similar to my the Few badalassi. I am very happy with it since it fits quite well and I paid less than USD 400.
Correction. It should be 3 out of 4 cause the wool Jelado repro half belt is newer than I thought. I don't know why it is listed as B condition and at 7490 yen by 2nd Street.
The Sierra has very smooth and pliable leather that does not feel like 70 years old despite the patina/discolouring. Of the few vintage halfbelts I own, the Sierra's leather is the best in terms of the condition of the leather.

 

[LeatherHunter]

Very Nice. And in my Size

Any interest in my jacket? I believe I am going to move it along.

 

[jauregui]

Favourable exchange rates are hard to resist.
if you fall in love with the vintage with the hole, it can get mended. I’ve seen some very good patch jobs they would reinforce from the back, fuse it together. And the weights will smooth out the repair area.
how you like the Sugar Cane jacket? I found one just for that Roughwear inner collar…
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Any images of the finished product? I have seen this process before but conditioner was added to facilitate the blending.

 

[Canuck Panda]

Any images of the finished product? I have seen this process before but conditioner was added to facilitate the blending.

Before and After:

My local shop mended a even larger hole, before and after:

Wabi Sabi

 

[jauregui]

The sleeve work looks good. The back looks ok. I tend to use a different process when I repair a panel. Must be a very sentimental piece. The jacket appears to be a Canadian model?

 

[Canuck Panda]

The sleeve work looks good. The back looks ok. I tend to use a different process when I repair a panel. Must be a very sentimental piece. The jacket appears to be a Canadian model?

Neither my jackets but I've used the second service before, just my local leather repair shop.

And yeah, it's not the best but an option when just can't let go one of the old pieces.

 

[Bluechel]

Thanks for posting this!

 

[jauregui]

Neither my jackets but I've used the second service before, just my local leather repair shop.

And yeah, it's not the best but an option when just can't let go one of the old pieces.

Remember to keep old panel. You never know when you might need a vintage leather piece for repair.

 

[Observe]

Eddie Bauer down filled A2 style jacket off ebay for a reasonable price. Looks to be in almost new condition. My quest for a suitable winter leather jacket may well end here. Seller measurements seem a bit off, but I've worn EB outerwear in the past and it's always been size L.

 

[LeatherHunter]

G-1 style jacket take 3., let’s see if third time is the charm. I completed a transaction for a Schott NYC G-1 naked cowhide. This will be my first new with tags jacket in a very long time. not sure if this guy buys these at the Schott factory sale but I picked this one up for roughly 1/4 the price on the website. With removable collar and zip out liner. He accepts returns so very low risk.

 

[Observe]

G-1 style jacket take 3., let’s see if third time is the charm. I completed a transaction for a Schott NYC G-1 naked cowhide. This will be my first new with tags jacket in a very long time. not sure if this guy buys these at the Schott factory sale but I picked this one up for roughly 1/4 the price on the website. With removable collar and zip out liner. He accepts returns so very low risk.

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I see we're on a similar kick. I considered the 184SM (which I think is the one pictured in your post) but couldn't find a decent used one in my size, and it was a bit too rich for my blood new.

 

[LeatherHunter]

I see we're on a similar kick. I considered the 184SM (which I think is the one pictured in your post) but couldn't find a decent used one in my size, and it was a bit too rich for my blood new.

I bought a Schott 174G G-1 in my tag size, fit perfect but is too short in the body. The one pictured is a newer longer style so hopefully it works. On the Schott site my size 52 always adds $200 plus dollars to their standard price, making this one almost $1200. As I mentioned, got a way better deal Otherwise would not have bought it.