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Nice pictorial history of Vanson Leathers
I'm sure Vanson lovers will enjoy this. http://www.armyofdarkness.com/index.php/2007-rrw/62-vanson-leathers-factory Of course things and fortunes have changed once again since this article was published. Vanson has since stopped producing leathers in El Salvador. Another later interview with...- FredS
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Need help/info regarding Vanson Raid, Raider, Arrow
Hi guys...back after a bit of a sabbatical. I been looking at the Vanson Raid, also known as the Vanson Raider and also known as the Vanson Arrow. There aren't many pictures showing this particular model being worn so I want to ask if anybody here perhaps owns one or has more info about this...- FredS
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Sorry...I now understand the Talon zipper is a good, strong zipper.
Are the Talon #5 zippers rubbish and failure prone? Just found out from Amanda at Alexander that they did not put in a YKK heavy duty zipper as main zip on my jacket as originally agreed. Apparently they don't have YKK heavy duty 8 gauge. I feel quite disappointed now and if I had known I...- FredS
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Custom jacket from Alexander on it's way
Alexander leathers has sent off my jacket by post today. Looking forward to receiving it on Monday or Tuesday.- FredS
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Horsehide a poor substitute for Cowhide
Quote"So here's a belated news-flash for all those experts out there who, over the years, have pronounced loud and long on the side of horsehide: Hate to say this, guys, but the Emperor definitely isn't wearing any clothes! Horsehide is, and always will be, a poor substitute for cowhide!"Unquote...- FredS
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My correspondence with Phil Kalas from Horween regarding Chromexel
I wrote to Horween after I came across and read the following interview that Phil Kalas from Horween gave regarding Chromexel. The correspondence I had with Phil follows after the interview below: Interview with Phil Kalas from Horween...- FredS
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Video: Horween Leather Factory Tour
Just found these three interesting videos of the Horween Leather Factory Tour. Thought it might be nice to share it here for those interested. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=esXydj36HHQ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z8nv3VPe45E http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KxCR4iphors- FredS
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Very interesting article on Horween Chromexel...the pro's and the cons.
Interview with Phil Kalas from Horween Want to know all about Horween Chromexel? The good and the bad? Then read this article. http://www.bestleather.org/about-the-famous-chromexcel-leather-from-horween-tannery/ Some quotes "What do you think are the best ways to use Chromexcel? I...- FredS
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Interesting thread about "Chest Ease Allowance"
I think this thread might be helpful to many members when deciding on a Jacket. It was for me. http://www.cutterandtailor.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=2820- FredS
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Show us your belt/s
I recently purchased a Sendra belt. Sendra is a Spanish company and also makes beautiful cowboy boots as well as an extensive range of handmade belts in various leathers including exotic leathers such as Python and Cobra skin and in various patterns and designs. With or without all types and...- FredS
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Horween Chromexel Steer not dyed all the way through
I ordered a jacket in Horween Chromexell Black Steer and received a sample of this leather. What worries me is that although it is aniline dyed it is done so by hand (hand-rubbed) and not in vats with the result that the dye is only a thin layer on the top and not right through the hide. In...- FredS
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Three Basic Points of Fit: Waist, Shoulder & Length
Came across this very useful,enlightening and insightful piece of advice today whilst scouring the internet. I am sure it will be helpful to some other folks too. I was obsessing for days after ordering a jacket from Alexander Leathers and now after many e-mails because of me continually...- FredS
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Which is ideal position for sleeve zippers?
I notice a lot of biker style jackets have the sleeve zipper on the inside of the sleeve these days. It makes me think that especially if you have side adjuster straps with buckles the zip will keep on rubbing against these buckles with normal walking movement and the zip could even catch on the...- FredS
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Beautiful Cinch waist belt by Col Littleton
Came across this stunning and to me very unusual design belt. I really like this a lot. Very different. http://www.colonellittleton.com/shop/misc/apparel-and-belts/belts/cinche-belt-no5.html- FredS
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Superior Flight Apparel
Hi guys, I,m new here hallo there everyone :) Been lurking quite a while though. I came across this interesting site and did a quick search here on Fedora lounge to see if anything had been posted about this site yet. Could not find any mention of it so here goes. Some interesting insights and...- FredS
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