Recent content by John Bechet

What a productive and informative first 24 hours here! Taking on board all the replies so far, I'm going to pass on the jacket discussed and wait for something better. From what I've learned on and off this thread, I believe the jacket's provenance but while the stated date is plausible there...

Cooper A-2, re stating a date for better sale, the odd thing is he is selling a similar jacket for the same price which he states is 1940's. I wouldn't be curious if his 1930's one was priced higher. Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk

Thanks Guppy, I do take your point. My heart isn't set on it, I may well pass. I certainly don't want to spend this amount and be disappointed, because of suspicion of the genuine date at least as much as the condition. I appreciate your advice. Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk

Would you say, from this example from a different seller, that the seller is reliable in terms of dating and pricing? The jacket is not for me (too small) but is stated to be from the 40's-50's and is priced so much lower despite seeming to be in better condition than the German jacket discussed...

This is all excellent, thanks. I'm learning that 1920's is highly unlikely. 1930's is possible but I'd want a higher certainty about the date than this Ebay listing offers. I'm curious as to why the seller says it is before 1935 - such a specific statement, suggesting there is something about...

Yes, I'm not expecting to get something in great condition, especially with my budget. Less than perfect condition will be a given. In a way, signs of age and wear would be a plus for me, as I'm keen on a jacket that shows its history. I'm after something that's neither too bad nor too good to...

Thanks handymike. Your jacket is amazing! I would love to know what details indicate that a jacket of this type is 30's not 20's - was there a design change? Were these cowhide, horsehide, goat? Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk

Good advice, thanks! Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk

Thanks, Guppy. My current budget means I can't expect to get something great. As long as it isn't falling apart or in too bad a condition to wear decently. Also not something so special I'd feel like wearing it and subjecting it to further stress would be a crime. The flaking on the shoulder I...

Hello, I'm a novice looking to get a 1920's or 30's leather jacket. Knowing that some Ebay listings can misidentify the date (honestly or otherwise), can I get some thoughts on this one...