I have he second version and it is thick.I agree it is not as robust as CXL or even Vicenza in terms of thickness, but this version has some decent heft to it and is easier to wear right out of the box. The leather measures a bit over 1mm in thickness on the exposed edges. I feel CXL HH in about 3oz, Vicenza is about 2.5 to 3 oz, and this Buffalo is about 2oz. Interestingly, LEVI’s quietly made 2 versions of this for 2017-2018 season. The first version was with front buttons not snaps. The version I got is a later one with button snaps. I find the snaps easier to use than buttons. Also, I was able to compare the leather of version 1 with buttons and version 2 with snaps. Interestingly, from the samples I inspected, the version 2 jackets were noticeably made with thicker leather and had more heft compared to the version 1 jackets. From the 4 to 5 size small jackets at my local LEVI’s store, this particular jacket had the thickest leather feel to it. In addition, this jacket made the version 1 jackets feel flimsy and almost shirt like in terms of leather thickness.
Being as “anally retentive” as I am with leather jackets, I tried on several at the store and reviewed at least 7 to 8 samples before I finally picked this one. I bet the salesperson loved me
I am 6' 1", 42-43 chest. I tried one of these on recently at my local Levi's store. The XL felt great for me, long enough in the sleeves and body. I did't bring a tape measure but my Schott Perfecto Truker fits great with 27" sleeves.
These photos aren’t as good quality as Radz, but here they are. Same size as Radz’s jacket (sm), and I’m 5’7” and 145lbs. Jacket and cuffs buttoned and unbuttoned.
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