How many new jackets do you have coming (and how many potential ones)?

[ton312]

Not what you meant to highlight but those olive pants are sick. Where are those from?

Levi’s “Bush cords” dated 8 78!

They are flared, worn unironically

 

[ton312]

That’s what I call a bender! I especially like that IH trucker. I didn’t know they made them without the abominable hand warmer pockets.

Probably my fav IH type 3. It’s a totally different cut than the 526PJ. Feels almost identical to the pattern of my Penny’s ranch wear! Broad shoulders, baggy ish sleeves and nipped waist. I wish IH did snaps instead of buttons as the holes just get destroyed from use and I actually can close this one.

 

[zebedee]

Not even one - I have no jackets on the way

 

[technicolor yawn]

Thank you! I'd seen quite a few of the TFL threads you linked, but the Japanese Vanson database is very cool. I'll write to Vanson when I get it and see what they say.

https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/need-help-info-regarding-vanson-raid-raider-arrow.76923/
It's not a Raid, that one has a kidney panel and shoulder gussets, no half belt.
Looks similar to a Gambler, Tony had one, but I don't see if it has waist straps from his pictures:
https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/vanson-raid-fit.110202/post-2984833
He had more than one it seems (slightly different flap pocket):
https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/new-jacket-vanson-x-thurston-bros-gambler.89802/
Arrow also seems to fit the bill:
https://www.vansonleathers.com/trad...YBSp-8iOBTpZYmOt5-7yj9mXbVAy875SUSuVR7z5uN2pi
I think Gambler is just a Thurston name for the Vanson Arrow, at least they are extremely similar.
I've also heard "Raider" thrown in there when talking about these models, but I think that's just a JP way of calling the Raid.
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Randomly found the Vanson JP leather jacket database, very cool!
https://www.vanson.jp/db/admin/?mcz=sr&pset=list1

Here you can compare them very nicely side by side:
Raid : https://www.vanson.jp/db/admin/index.html?mcz=detail&ad=70
Arrow : https://www.vanson.jp/db/admin/index.html?mcz=detail&ad=378

Conclusion : Arrow / Gambler

 

[bigmanbigtruck]

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Levi’s “Bush cords” dated 8 78!
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They are flared, worn unironically

 

[ton312]

Not too bad for $40! It’s a kind of a denim long half belt. I dig it.

 

[Harris HTM]

Although I know nothing about Chewbacca's detailed anatomy I think that our friend Ton is the one with the tattoed head - I still wonder which member resembles Chewbacca's outer peptic system.

 

[AHP91]

Picked up this 30s/40s cinch back browns beach vest

 

[tmitchell59]

Picked up this 30s/40s cinch back browns beach vest View attachment 730316 View attachment 730317 View attachment 730318

Very nice! I've always admired this brand, but never owned one. I like the vest in particular.

 

[ton312]

Although I know nothing about Chewbacca's detailed anatomy I think that our friend Ton is the one with the tattoed head - I still wonder which member resembles Chewbacca's outer peptic system.

Nobody here is safe from Captain inferiority complex. Had this little gem sent my way.

Poor guy. Probably never fit in anywhere. You really have to try to be this insecure.

 

[Jiaward]

Nobody here is safe from Captain inferiority complex. Had this little gem sent my way.
Poor guy. Probably never fit in anywhere. You really have to try to be this insecure.

That is just crazy. Have to try unimaginably hard. Wow.

 

[Pandemic]

I’ve also been on a denim bender. Bought and returned this Lee Storm Rider reissue. The denim is from Japan and is just amazing. Hard to describe how well they reproduced the feel of 70s Left Hand Twill denim! Made in Italy and no complaints with construction. Unfortunately, the fit is awful: long and tubular. I returned it to the seller the next day.

And then I discovered Depop. I now have this 70s vintage original Storm Rider on the way:

I should stop with the denim and start looking for the N1 I’ve been thinking about, but now I’m very tempted by the Red tornado Wrangler knock-offs!

 

[ton312]

That is just crazy. Have to try unimaginably hard. Wow.

And yet @Peacoat and @scotrace allow him to continue on here as a member. @Authenticstyle

Weird!

 

[Biff42]

I’ve also been on a denim bender. Bought and returned this Lee Storm Rider reissue. The denim is from Japan and is just amazing. Hard to describe how well they reproduced the feel of 70s Left Hand Twill denim! Made in Italy and I complaints with construction. Unfortunately, the fit is awful: long and tubular. I returned it to the seller the next day.

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And then I discovered Depop. I now have this 70s vintage original Storm Rider on the way:

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I should stop with the denim and start looking for the N1 I’ve been thinking about, but now I’m very tempted by the Red tornado Wrangler knock-offs!

Man, I just bought a Chinese-made Simons Leather J-31 knockoff, and it isn't bad.

 

[Pandemic]

Man, I just bought a Chinese-made Simons Leather J-31 knockoff, and it isn't bad.

I’m kinda waiting for the next temporary tariff rollback, but I might get RT’s N1 and their 24MJZ denim jacket - both get nothing but rave reviews and the prices are silly cheap!

 

[Biff42]

I’m kinda waiting for the next temporary tariff rollback, but I might get RT’s N1 and their 24MJZ denim jacket - both get nothing but rave reviews and the prices are silly cheap!

I didn't pay any tariffs on my purchase (that I know of), and the sites will often tell you if the price is all-inclusive. That said, I'm not sure where you're located, and you may know more than I do.

 

[jchance]

And then I discovered Depop.

You haven’t discovered Gem yet. It scours the usual sites (EBay, grailed, etsy, Depop, Poshmark, JP sites, etc.) for postings, with measurements. A lot better than eBay or Depop alone.

 

[Pandemic]

Nobody here is safe from Captain inferiority complex. Had this little gem sent my way.
View attachment 730358 Poor guy. Probably never fit in anywhere. You really have to try to be this insecure.

Come for the jacket wisdom and friendly camaraderie, stay for the free *******s?

 

[ton312]

Come for the jacket wisdom and friendly camaraderie, stay for the free *******s?

And then being the ONE guy who doesn’t get one

 

[bigmanbigtruck]

stay for the free *******s?

Whatever you guys do, don't let the wisdom in here go to waste:
Ultimate Leather Conditioner Comparison (on Reddit)