What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

[TheGuitarFairy]

Trying out the old Sears Hercules finally at work. With Covid and limited opportunities this is actually my first time wearing it anywhere, as it just feels too dressy for wearing to the playground or for a walk in the woods.

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Killer .. you look great in this.

 

[regius]

Swedish heavy goat

 

[red devil]

Finally I received the Engelbert Vanek black horsehide jacket - leather quality is much better than expected (very soft touch and supple and heaviness in between FQHH CXL and Freewheelers Shinki HH I would say but I'm not sure if it is chrome tanned or veg tanned but I bet it is chrome tanned), construction is very good, craftmanship is as good as Aero I would say (or better depending on who is making the jacket at Aero), lining quality feels quite good and is thicker compared to Aero standard lining. The fit of the jacket is perfect IMO (I'm wearing a long-sleeved shirt). The only "issue" is the length of the jacket as I usually prefer it longer but I guess it isn't too short (historical patterns were so short). I'm still thinking whether to keep it or let it go...tough decision.
P.S. I should have worn a black belt but forgot it for first fit pics.
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I would not let go of it

 

[ton312]

Finally I received the Engelbert Vanek black horsehide jacket - leather quality is much better than expected (very soft touch and supple and heaviness in between FQHH CXL and Freewheelers Shinki HH I would say but I'm not sure if it is chrome tanned or veg tanned but I bet it is chrome tanned), construction is very good, craftmanship is as good as Aero I would say (or better depending on who is making the jacket at Aero), lining quality feels quite good and is thicker compared to Aero standard lining. The fit of the jacket is perfect IMO (I'm wearing a long-sleeved shirt). The only "issue" is the length of the jacket as I usually prefer it longer but I guess it isn't too short (historical patterns were so short). I'm still thinking whether to keep it or let it go...tough decision.
P.S. I should have worn a black belt but forgot it for first fit pics.
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That is incredibly cool!

 

[Angel]

Finally I received the Engelbert Vanek black horsehide jacket - leather quality is much better than expected (very soft touch and supple and heaviness in between FQHH CXL and Freewheelers Shinki HH I would say but I'm not sure if it is chrome tanned or veg tanned but I bet it is chrome tanned), construction is very good, craftmanship is as good as Aero I would say (or better depending on who is making the jacket at Aero), lining quality feels quite good and is thicker compared to Aero standard lining. The fit of the jacket is perfect IMO (I'm wearing a long-sleeved shirt). The only "issue" is the length of the jacket as I usually prefer it longer but I guess it isn't too short (historical patterns were so short). I'm still thinking whether to keep it or let it go...tough decision.
P.S. I should have worn a black belt but forgot it for first fit pics.
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It looks great on you! And you just told me the maker of a jacket that I've had for some time. I also thought it might be horsehide but was not sure, great leather! Will try to post a picture.
Wear it and keep it!

 

[Monitor]

Finally I received the Engelbert Vanek black horsehide jacket - leather quality is much better than expected (very soft touch and supple and heaviness in between FQHH CXL and Freewheelers Shinki HH I would say but I'm not sure if it is chrome tanned or veg tanned but I bet it is chrome tanned), construction is very good, craftmanship is as good as Aero I would say (or better depending on who is making the jacket at Aero), lining quality feels quite good and is thicker compared to Aero standard lining. The fit of the jacket is perfect IMO (I'm wearing a long-sleeved shirt). The only "issue" is the length of the jacket as I usually prefer it longer but I guess it isn't too short (historical patterns were so short). I'm still thinking whether to keep it or let it go...tough decision.
P.S. I should have worn a black belt but forgot it for first fit pics.
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PLEASE don't let go of this jacket! All of your jackets are very high-end but this one not only stands up to anything in your wardrobe, but it's possibly the best fitting piece you got, in my humble opinion. Or rather my favorite. And noticeably so! Not to mention that I cannot decide whether the jacket fits you better zipped or unzipper. This is another level altogether! I'm a huge Vanek fan and I had no clue they're capable of this!

Also, first thing that came to my mind was WW2 era photos of Luftwaffe pilots. The jacket fits you EXACTLY like that - Something that no actual reproduction ever managed to achieve to such an extent.

I'm glad these guys are getting the exposure they deserve, and FINALLY at that! Let's get some business their way!

Reposting my Vanek, an actual cop issued jacket from the 70's I believe.

 

[red devil]

I should be getting my jacket from Vanek next week, thanks to @Monitor for pointing me to the right direction. Will post it when I do

 

[MrProper]

Great for Dragon hunting!

especially for @Carlos840
... the dragon hunt can begin.

 

[Carlos840]

especially for @Carlos840
... the dragon hunt can begin.

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That's amazing! Great photoshop skills!
You really need an axe now... "Complete the look" as they say.

The vest is really nice too.

 

[torfjord]

especially for @Carlos840
... the dragon hunt can begin.

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Haha nice one!

 

[MrProper]

That's amazing! Great photoshop skills!
You really need an axe now... "Complete the look" as they say.

The vest is really nice too.

Thanks a lot for this. Unfortunately the skills are not really available. It's done on the iPad and it's so easy that anyone can do it. But it's fun lol

 

[AeroFan_07]

Finally I received the Engelbert Vanek black horsehide jacket - leather quality is much better than expected (very soft touch and supple and heaviness in between FQHH CXL and Freewheelers Shinki HH I would say but I'm not sure if it is chrome tanned or veg tanned but I bet it is chrome tanned), construction is very good, craftmanship is as good as Aero I would say (or better depending on who is making the jacket at Aero), lining quality feels quite good and is thicker compared to Aero standard lining. The fit of the jacket is perfect IMO (I'm wearing a long-sleeved shirt). The only "issue" is the length of the jacket as I usually prefer it longer but I guess it isn't too short (historical patterns were so short). I'm still thinking whether to keep it or let it go...tough decision.
P.S. I should have worn a black belt but forgot it for first fit pics.
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Perfect in every way! Not a jacket you'll see coming your direction anywhere, let alone on here. I'd keep that gem if I were you and it fit the way it does.

I reached out to them via e-mail about 2 weeks back - no response so far. If anyone has better information on how to get a hold of them, please DM me. Thanks

 

[AeroFan_07]

I guess sometimes UPS just randomly delivers you a leather jacket. I can go with that. Dunno what to say, @Carlos840 !

Schott CHP.

Now THIS is an awesome gesture! With all Monitor has been through in the past year - it's great that folks on here are showing care & concern. Especially for one who is an over-the-top jacket addict!

 

[Monitor]

Now THIS is an awesome gesture! With all Monitor has been through in the past year - it's great that folks on here are showing care & concern. Especially for one who is an over-the-top jacket addict!

It feels and looks like a million bucks, plus for once in my life, with the mouton & the belt, I finally have a full CHP set. This pretty much makes the Chopper redundant.

 

[Robbie79]

@ALL Thanks so much for your positive feedback. I've just compared again the leather thickness and TBH the thickness and heaviness of the leather is similar to CX FQHH from Aero /SB but I'm tempted to say that I like this leather more. I'm just glad that I took the risk and bought it for tiny 250€ for an almost new jacket. I really don't understand why don't have as much business as Aero...I think they simply don't know that there is a market even if it is a niche market or they think of themselves that they cannot compete with other well known makers. They should create an Instagram account and start making and posting jackets. I guess they also make traditional leather wear, at least what I've seen on Facebook.

@red devil How much do they charge for a new one? Which jacket style and leather did you choose? Any info on the leather (thickness, tannery, etc.)? Waiting time obviously is very short.

@torfjord Yes, I agree with you, Vanek should be standard for many of us there as the quality is quite high. I only found them on Facebook and their phone number is +43 7474 224

 

[red devil]

@ALL Thanks so much for your positive feedback. I've just compared again the leather thickness and TBH the thickness and heaviness of the leather is similar to CX FQHH from Aero /SB but I'm tempted to say that I like this leather more. I'm just glad that I took the risk and bought it for tiny 250€ for an almost new jacket. I really don't understand why don't have as much business as Aero...I think they simply don't know that there is a market even if it is a niche market or they think of themselves that they cannot compete with other well known makers. They should create an Instagram account and start making and posting jackets. I guess they also make traditional leather wear, at least what I've seen on Facebook.

@red devil How much do they charge for a new one? Which jacket style and leather did you choose? Any info on the leather (thickness, tannery, etc.)? Waiting time obviously is very short.

@torfjord Yes, I agree with you, Vanek should be standard for many of us there as the quality is quite high. I only found them on Facebook and their phone number is +43 7474 224

Mine is a second hand one as well. same as @Monitor in grey. Wanted to have it in hand before trying to contact them

 

[MrProper]

Finally I received the Engelbert Vanek black horsehide jacket - leather quality is much better than expected (very soft touch and supple and heaviness in between FQHH CXL and Freewheelers Shinki HH I would say but I'm not sure if it is chrome tanned or veg tanned but I bet it is chrome tanned), construction is very good, craftmanship is as good as Aero I would say (or better depending on who is making the jacket at Aero), lining quality feels quite good and is thicker compared to Aero standard lining. The fit of the jacket is perfect IMO (I'm wearing a long-sleeved shirt). The only "issue" is the length of the jacket as I usually prefer it longer but I guess it isn't too short (historical patterns were so short). I'm still thinking whether to keep it or let it go...tough decision.
P.S. I should have worn a black belt but forgot it for first fit pics.
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Keep it. It is perfekt.
Vanek is also on my list

 

[red devil]

I get the feeling we are going to see a bunch of Vanek jackets in the forum in the mid term future

 

[Robbie79]

I get the feeling we are going to see a bunch of Vanek jackets in the forum in the mid term future

@red devil and @Mandarin and @Monitor should get a commission from Vanek

 

[Fonzie]

especially for @Carlos840
... the dragon hunt can begin.

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LOL! that's epic @MrProper