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Alternatives to Horween Chromexcel?
- Thread starter SamZ
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I would think buying a hide a hide and then getting it made might end up quite expensive. I looked for Nat CXL hide from a wholesaler for several months and then gave up. The quality was up and down, communication wasn't great, and then the maker has to actually approve the hide. Depending on what your guy is charging, I can't imagine anyone bein in the same price/quality as Diamond Dave right now. He does great MC jackets, and has a variety of really nice leathers. He also has the horween Essex discussed earlier, plus a variety of high quality other horse/steer, in various colours. He will also dye leather and put various finishes on for you.
Check these out. It will most likely end up cheaper, and they are stunning.
http://www.diamondclothingco.com/#!the-jackets/c1t4w
Check these out. It will most likely end up cheaper, and they are stunning.
http://www.diamondclothingco.com/#!the-jackets/c1t4w
I think this was a Will addition. It was removed shortly after he left.
eugenesque
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SamZ, thanks for the reply. My understanding is that such un-dyed veg tanned leather gets scratched very easily too. Is this true?
Edward
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The bottom button does look like a really oddly placed one. I'm assuming that's for the guy who worries overly that the bottom two inches of his jacket might flap in the wind?
If memory serves, that jacket was special-ordered by Drifter Promotions, who then sold it on eBay. I don't think it was ever on the AL website as a model. Definitely illustrates why Ken and Denny are prepared to say 'no' to certain customisations: once it's out there with your name on it, you'll be judged by it.
The hippy jacket I don't see Aero making again. I remember it seeming out of place (though presumably at one time somebody thought there was a market for it). When I visited the factory in 2014, Rachel did mention that Ken was consciously stopping the Aero style-clock at 1959, so.
If memory serves, that jacket was special-ordered by Drifter Promotions, who then sold it on eBay. I don't think it was ever on the AL website as a model. Definitely illustrates why Ken and Denny are prepared to say 'no' to certain customisations: once it's out there with your name on it, you'll be judged by it.
The hippy jacket I don't see Aero making again. I remember it seeming out of place (though presumably at one time somebody thought there was a market for it). When I visited the factory in 2014, Rachel did mention that Ken was consciously stopping the Aero style-clock at 1959, so.
It scratches as easily as any other leather that doesn't have that plastic coating on it AFAIK.
ton312, what hide are you referencing?
The Aged Tan Steerhide...amazing character and supposedly one of Aero's heaviest
I think those buttons may be for looks only. As I don't see any button holes underneath. Possibly a Zipper underneath there somewhere?
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Here's one that Aero doesn't use often that popped up on IG - should be something anyone can order from Horween.
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Beautiful. So tempting...
Bern1
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Pardon my ignorance, what is IG?
Bern1
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Ok got it now.
Horween mustang hh, looks fantastic.
What does Bootlegger STF mean?
The Bootlegger I think is one of those they recommend going down a size on?
Horween mustang hh, looks fantastic.
What does Bootlegger STF mean?
The Bootlegger I think is one of those they recommend going down a size on?
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I didn't go down a size on my Bootlegger, and it fits great. Just who recommends doing this?
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STF = Super Tight Fit
AKA Premier Fit
AKA Premier Fit
pawineguy
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It's a little reminiscent of Vanson Octagon but very unique shade of brown all mixing together. It's a stunning color.
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