What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

[ton312]

That's it, I want it back! Why did I sell this perfection of a jacket? Because of LW which is hilarious because with all the Stu's manifestos on how heavy their HH is, this Natal is literally 2x thick. Maybe more. At first when I only had the vest, I thought it's some lightweight version but nooo... Stu's HH just isn't that heavy.

In short, it fits you better than anything so far. I mean it.

Man I love it. It shot up to my all time top three first time I put it on. I’ve been down the rabbit hole, chased plenty of LW, Vanson, Aero...many others. All spectacular in their own way for sure. I’m happy here though. It’s like pouring leather syrup over your shoulders. I’ll stick!

 

[handymike]

Deerskin jackets feel so good!

 

[SinSir]

Although I didn’t truly get to wear it today I couldn’t wait to get home and put on this Natal. Easily the thickest hide I’ve had from any maker to date. What’s most impressive is how comfortable it is. Like a 10lb deerskin. It drapes beautifully. Just when I thought I was going full denim bro...brother Ivan pulled me back into the fray. Really love this one. Just feels right. Understated and easy to wear View attachment 214615
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Looks good man. You're made for cross zips. I should have hit the gym to get a couple inches bigger in the chest to take advantage of your past purges! Your fit pics of CZs is what sent me way down my own rabbit hole in CZ land. I was always much more of a CR guy.

I completely understand the beefy cowhide feeling like deeetskin. That's the modern Cal for me. Its not as thick as this one but no slouch either at 1.6mm+. I see this term deer tanned leather tossed around. I've never had a jacket that was specifically called deer tanned by the maker but that's what my Cal makes me think of everytime. So beefy yet so comfy.

Anyhow wear it well, it looks great!

 

[ton312]

Looks good man. You're made for cross zips. I should have hit the gym to get a couple inches bigger in the chest to take advantage of your past purges! Your fit pics of CZs is what sent me way down my own rabbit hole in CZ land. I was always much more of a CR guy.

I completely understand the beefy cowhide feeling like deeetskin. That's the modern Cal for me. Its not as thick as this one but no slouch either at 1.6mm+. I see this term deer tanned leather tossed around. I've never had a jacket that was specifically called deer tanned by the maker but that's what my Cal makes me think of everytime. So beefy yet so comfy.

Anyhow wear it well, it looks great!

It’s such a soft hide that it camouflages the weight. I’m not typically a drape guy but this thing hangs like a cardigan sweater. It’s sticky and spongy. Really weird and just a delight to wear! I actually instantly thought of your CAL when I unboxed it. Reminds me very much of your jacket. The grain, everything. Thanks for the kind words!
ps- we should still do a field trip to Horween, maybe this summer. Winter break got away from me this year.

 

[SinSir]

It’s such a soft hide that it camouflages the weight. I’m not typically a drape guy but this thing hangs like a cardigan sweater. It’s sticky and spongy. Really weird and just a delight to wear! I actually instantly thought of your CAL when I unboxed it. Reminds me very much of your jacket. The grain, everything. Thanks for the kind words!
ps- we should still do a field trip to Horween, maybe this summer. Winter break got away from me this year.

That's too funny! The more you talk about it the more it sounds familiar for sure.

I'm definitely in on the field trip.

 

[navetsea]

cow over type3 again, horrible morning i woke up to an empty hot water dispenser. Just found out the rear panel has since dimpled here and there looking alot more interesting since i wear it and hang it together with denim jacket inside for few weeks.

 

[Jrolfe]

Although I didn’t truly get to wear it today I couldn’t wait to get home and put on this Natal. Easily the thickest hide I’ve had from any maker to date. What’s most impressive is how comfortable it is. Like a 10lb deerskin. It drapes beautifully. Just when I thought I was going full denim bro...brother Ivan pulled me back into the fray. Really love this one. Just feels right. Understated and easy to wear View attachment 214615
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My Natal CR is by far my best fitting, most comfortable, badass leather jacket I’ve ever owned. Sure there’s better looking leather out there, but anyone will be hard pressed to find the fit Natal provides!

 

[Cornelius]

ps- we should still do a field trip to Horween, maybe this summer. Winter break got away from me this year.

Honestly, I'm actually a bit surprised Horween doesn't seem to have anyone on staff to chime in on FL now & then. I suppose they aren't hurting for business, but I have been a bit worried about "Lincoln Yards" possibly threatening Horween's future - the wealthy residents of Rahm's proposed city-within-the-city are not, I strongly suspect, going to enjoy living next to a tannery in August...

 

[Mrfrown]

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Great fit!

A Windward just sold on eBay in my size (40) but didn’t have the cash on hand to go for it. Lucky ****** (perhaps you ) got it for insanely low price.

Top of my list is either the Windward or a Vanson Gambler. (Anyone have one in 40 they’re looking to find a new home?)

How warm do you find the lining? It was my main concern in going with the Windward vs the Gambler since New Orleans is a sub-tropical climate

 

[MT27]

Hi everyone,
I found this Schott Perfecto 118J from 1992 on eBay for 150€. It’s crazy how the sizes switched in the last decades. I am 6.0 and 175lbs and wear a 40. Now I try to find a Buco But These jackets are hard to find in Germany. All the best from Germany

 

[MrProper]

 

[casechopper]

Uniqlo Chore Coat - This is the first size medium of anything I've ever worn in over 20 years.

 

[Imuricecreamman]

Uniqlo Chore Coat - This is the first size medium of anything I've ever worn in over 20 years.

Congrats, man! You look great!

 

[Mrfrown]

Today: Lost Worlds. Looks like early cloth motorcycle or flight jacket, went through his site and couldn’t find it. Any takes on what exact style this is?

Yesterday: Schott 141

 

[Mrfrown]

Uniqlo Chore Coat - This is the first size medium of anything I've ever worn in over 20 years.

Wow what a difference. You feeling more energetic, better mood and all that too?

Congrats on getting to the medium

 

[casechopper]

Wow what a difference. You feeling more energetic, better mood and all that too?

Congrats on getting to the medium

Thanks.

Pros: I'm much, much lighter on my feet. I can go up multiple flights of stairs 2 at a time without running out of breath which I couldn't do before. I'm able to bend and lift things in ways that I couldn't before. I don't feel the blood rush to my head when tying my shoes.

Cons = I get cold a lot easier so I'm wearing more layers than I used to need. All of my old clothes are either too big or have to be worn in an oversized way. Moving heavy things is harder. There's some real benefit to having some weight to throw around when you're trying to move a piano or hold up a heavy motorcycle that's starting to tip.

All in all I'm very happy to not be carrying all the extra weight everywhere.

 

[ton312]

Today: Lost Worlds. Looks like early cloth motorcycle or flight jacket, went through his site and couldn’t find it. Any takes on what exact style this is?

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Yesterday: Schott 141
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The LW looks like a cotton version of the Roadhouse.

 

[Boyo]

All of my old clothes are either too big or have to be worn in an oversized way.

If your LW National Racer is on the chopping block.... I know a guy..

 

[SinSir]

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Looks great! Its not typically a style I go for but these pics have me rethinking that view.

 

[tmitchell59]

Thanks.

Pros: I'm much, much lighter on my feet. I can go up multiple flights of stairs 2 at a time without running out of breath which I couldn't do before. I'm able to bend and lift things in ways that I couldn't before. I don't feel the blood rush to my head when tying my shoes.

Cons = I get cold a lot easier so I'm wearing more layers than I used to need. All of my old clothes are either too big or have to be worn in an oversized way. Moving heavy things is harder. There's some real benefit to having some weight to throw around when you're trying to move a piano or hold up a heavy motorcycle that's starting to tip.

All in all I'm very happy to not be carrying all the extra weight everywhere.

Good for you! You look Healthier! Now you can buy a whole new Wardrobe!