Highwayman Fit

[Johnny Deadlifts]

Hey folks. As a newly obsessed leather jacket owner I have some questions on fit. I have a Sam Walker Highwayman in a size 42. I'm 5' 9" and a fit(ish) 185 lbs. After binging on some of the threads in the forum I'm thinking this jacket is a premium fit. Ive read some guys describing this fit as a "bag of leather" from the armpits down. With my build and age I don't require a "fitted" fit per say but I question if I have chosen the right style/size/fit for my frame.
I love the feel and look of this jacket without a doubt; but at the same time I know my judgement on a new category of clothing can possibly be questionable. I guess that's what this forum is all about so it would make sense to ask your opinion instead of asking the opinions of family and friends who wouldn't know certain fit requirements; so your opinion would be appreciated. My lovely wife loves it but she can see how " crazy" I've been about leather jackets lately, so she might be holding back out of love, self preservation or fear of crushing my fragile 52 year old ego.
See attached photos please. Note that I appear thinner and taller in the photos possibly due to angle and cell phone quality. Thanks in advance.

 

[Marc mndt]

My opinion? I think it looks great! And I think you do think so too judging by that smile

 

[Johnny Deadlifts]

My opinion? I think it looks great! And I think you do too judging by that smile

My opinion? I think it looks great! And I think you do too judging by that smile

Thanks man, everytime I put it on my testosterone must go up by one percent, lol

 

[Brandrea33]

To me it looks spot on

I’m newer to leather jackets, but in my short time here, I’ve bought and sold/returned about 6 different jackets of varying styles. Mostly half belts.

What I’ve learned is that what looks good, doesn’t always feel good.

 

[Johnny Deadlifts]

To me it looks spot on

I’m newer to leather jackets, but in my short time here, I’ve bought and sold/returned about 6 different jackets of varying styles. Mostly half belts.

What I’ve learned is that what looks good, doesn’t always feel good.

Thanks, I can understand what you mean. I love the fit of this jacket but the stiffness is taking some getting used to. I'm taking the break in as a personal challenge at this point. I've just had some major tattoo work on my arm, and I don't remember my artist saying, "now go break in a cow hide jacket for best results" lol The lack of mobility is challenging but tolerable; as I'm dreaming of eventually having awesome creases, texture and the suppleness of an old cotton sweatshirt . Lol

 

[MrProper]

I think it looks exactly like a Highwayman should look.

 

[Johnny Deadlifts]

I think it looks exactly like a Highwayman should look.

Thank you, I think constantly staring at myself in the mirror for the past few days had distorted my perception

 

[TooManyHatsOnlyOneHead]

First off, top 3 user names on here

Jacket is great. Could it be like a half size smaller for an even more perfecter fit, sure, but it's great as is.

 

[Johnny Deadlifts]

First off, top 3 user names on here

Jacket is great. Could it be like a half size smaller for an even more perfecter fit, sure, but it's great as is.

Lol, thanks

 

[Bfd70]

Ever want to sell everything and buy a highway man?

 

[Johnny Deadlifts]

Ever want to sell everything and buy a highway man?

Lol, I'm not sure what you mean? Like an Aero Highway Man?

 

[Bfd70]

That’s what i had in mind

 

[Johnny Deadlifts]

I guess there's a big difference between a SW and the real deal much to my dismay, lol. Are you selling one?

 

[handymike]

The Aero leather is much better, but the cut is the same. At least you’ll know your measurements if you bump up.

 

[Yango]

Hey folks. As a newly obsessed leather jacket owner I have some questions on fit. I have a Sam Walker Highwayman in a size 42. I'm 5' 9" and a fit(ish) 185 lbs. After binging on some of the threads in the forum I'm thinking this jacket is a premium fit. Ive read some guys describing this fit as a "bag of leather" from the armpits down. With my build and age I don't require a "fitted" fit per say but I question if I have chosen the right style/size/fit for my frame.
I love the feel and look of this jacket without a doubt; but at the same time I know my judgement on a new category of clothing can possibly be questionable. I guess that's what this forum is all about so it would make sense to ask your opinion instead of asking the opinions of family and friends who wouldn't know certain fit requirements; so your opinion would be appreciated. My lovely wife loves it but she can see how " crazy" I've been about leather jackets lately, so she might be holding back out of love, self preservation or fear of crushing my fragile 52 year old ego.
See attached photos please. Note that I appear thinner and taller in the photos possibly due to angle and cell phone quality. Thanks in advance.

Nice jacket. Looks good on you.

 

[Pandemic]

Ever want to sell everything and buy a highway man?

I’ve been thinking about getting a sweet little used Interstate from the Classifieds.

 

[Jasonindenver]

Leather jacket (which looks great BTW), new tattoo….

You had better buy a motorcycle while your wife is in an accommodating mood.

 

[AeroFan_07]

I thnk it looks great. Good fit for a first try indeed.
THere are many highwayman threads here, you can search and review those too.
Welcome and cool username too!

 

[Johnny Deadlifts]

The Aero leather is much better, but the cut is the same. At least you’ll know your measurements if you bump up.

There was a zip sleeve one for sale that looked pretty cool, a bit to small unfortunately.

 

[Johnny Deadlifts]

I thnk it looks great. Good fit for a first try indeed.
THere are many highwayman threads here, you can search and review those too.
Welcome and cool username too!

Thank you.