Hello, I hope everyone is doing well and is enjoying the early fall weather! All is well here!
I would love to hear what people think of these jackets. I have no personal experience with Dainese jackets, all of my motorcycle jackets being a vintage Cal Leather, a Vanson Sportrider, and a cheap...
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I am getting ready to revive an old garage to be put back to use as an actual garage / workshop. I would love to hear about and see pics of similar projects and garages. Any thoughts and advice is greatly appreciated.
The garage is 18’x11’, detached from our 1928 Spanish style house in...
I hope that I’m not rehashing old ground here, but I am curious how the belt loop snaps on vintage Cal-Leather jackets factor into dating and assessing the jacket. I know, from looking at postings here, of two type: exposed brass colored snaps, and black painted silver colored snaps (usually...
For sale: Cal Leather jacket with Boston Leather duty belt. The jacket feels to me like a 46 size as it’s a little big in the shoulders for me (I’m a 44). Selling as I have another Cal that fits me better. The belt is marked 40 and has seen very little use. It works great with this jacket. The...
I’m selling this for a friend. At one time it was a rental at a local motorcycle shop. It looks to be an older suit as it has Vanson brass zippers, and I believe that Vanson has been using nylon zippers for a while. It has definitely be well used, but does not appear to have been in any crashes...
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I hope everyone is well and happy and doing OK.
I’m looking for a little input on a jacket purchase that I about to place with Vanson.
I am ordering a pair of SportRider pants and I want to pair them with a jacket. Both jacket and pants will require a special order to add...
I’ve been wondering what the benefit would be to wear a duty belt with my Cal-Leather LAPD jacket. This is my riding jacket. It has the snap belt loops along the waist, but I use it just zipped and it’s great. Does the belt add any comfort or function for riding? Other than being able to attach...
I believe the cafe style MC jacket is made with a variety of liners, or none at all. What’s your preference for the liner? I may be looking for one these soon for on and off the bike, something a bit stealthier than my LAPD jacket. I can see going without a liner to keep things light and snug...
Hi Folks, I need a new wallet and I’d like to try a chain wallet, or biker wallet as they are called. Looking for something of an artisan piece, handmade, U.S.A., not too garish or big. The Filson chain wallet looks good, that’s about the size I’m interested in, but it’s a little pricey for a...
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I’d like to get your opinion on whether the shoulders on a jacket are too big.
I have my #1 jacket that I really like the fit of. I think i got lucky with this one. It’s an old Cal Leather, and the jacket is comfortably snug all around with a light shirt underneath. Perfect for riding in...
I have two jackets for sale. One is a vintage Cal Leather black leather motorcycle jacket cross-zip LAPD style, heavy leather, fits like a comfortable 44 or a snug 46; the other is a Fidelity Leather brown leather Cafe Racer style motorcycle jacket with a zip-out liner, size 42. I have $350...
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I’m hoping to get a little advice from all you sage loungers and jacket aficionados.
I have just taken possession of a very nice Cal-Leather CHP style leather jacket, but it’s a bit of a diamond in the rough. There are a few minor issues but it’s beautiful leather and a pretty good...
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I have a Filson Western vest made from their Mackinaw wool. The tag on the garment says to dry clean only, but what can the harm be in hand washing this like other wool garmets? Has anyone had experience with this? It’s a lovely vest and I would hate to do any harm to it, but I wear it a...
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Can anyone recommend a good place to take jackets and pants for alteration work in the Orange County area? I live in the La Habra / Whittier area. I don’t mind a bit of driving if it’s worth it. I’ve recently acquired some nice vintage jackets as well as a few pairs of surplus M-1951 wool...
Hi folks, I am a little embarrassed to post this as I know that people’s love for vintage clothing is a big part of this site. But I know how helpful and good-hearted people here are, and I need some tips and guidance to put my neurotic mind at ease. I need to acquire a few sport jackets and...
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