Recent content by miles_archer

I was thinking about tracking down a used aero and was wondering if anyone had any experience lengthening FQHH jackets sleeves and or overall length. Thanks!

I recently bought a Nike Vault 'vintage' University of Kentucky hoodie and was wondering if anyone knew of another source for vintage style or even reproduction University hoodies and or other vintage college jackets etc. The vault series is kind of cool but choices are limited and prices high...

Eastman buttons? Thanks for the help I looked at all your suggestions. I did end up going with an LL Bean coat (they pulled some from their retail stores) because of the tall issue, price and the fact that it wasn't too heavy. The only problem is the buttons are pretty boring. Does anyone know...

Hey all...I am looking for a Pea Coat in a long or tall size. I found one I liked from L.L.Bean but it is sold out for a long time. I also found a couple I like from Brooks Brothers and J Peterman but they are not available in Tall sizes. I suppose I could order one of them and have the sleeves...

Not cheap...check! I really like the highlander jacket on their site. Any ideas why it's called the highlander? From the movie maybe?

I'm very sorry to hear of your child's illness and hope the operation is a success. I mean that is the only reason I can imagine you are selling these coats.

I find the belt to be a bit of a conundrum. Properly buckled it can look a bit severe or at least like you are trying too hard. At the same time the belt is essential in creating anything resembling a V shape in a loose fitting coat. I like to tie the belt like the sash on a robe, gives a nice...

Seriously... Does everyone on this site have a crush on Aero Amanda?

Answering esoteric questions like these is what the lounge is all about! Does Horween sell hides in small quantities to anyone or do they only deal with bigger companies like Aero, Allen Edmonds etc? Has anyone bought from Horween and if so was the product described accurately, good customer...

I saw Loudon Wainwright III in concert a few months ago and he did a song with uke accompaniment about the ukulele. I myself have a 1930's era regal I got at an antique store for $5 and had my luthier make playable for ten times that. Still a bargain! Very cool instrument but in my hands it...

Have you consulted a tailor? You might want to talk to a local tailor about making a jacket for you. I have a guy that has done some work for me that I am thinking of having make me a jacket like you describe with elements of other Eastman and Aero jackets. It should end up costing less than an...

OK I’m kind of bored so I’ll take the bait…Firstly of course clothing can be ideological when it makes a point to connote something contextually unexpected. Eg when a serviceman wears a military uniform in a civilian setting they are making a point of saying that they proudly embrace the...

Ummm...The jacket is named after a German fighter ace so I think saying there is a very strong connection with the Luftwaffe is not much of a stretch. Many civilians enjoyed the style of a Charlie Chaplan mustache at one time but the Nazis pretty much tainted that look too. Again though that is...

I really dig the German ELC jackets but can't resign myself to wearing an axis flight jacket. Your jacket looks tremendous though.

If it were just the under arm seam I would probably try to get a discount either on this jacket or my next order (assuming you want to order from them again) and live with it. The misaligned pockets however are a deal breaker. Breast pockets on a jacket like this are the first thing the eye is...