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    FS: Bill Kelso Aeronaut Cadet Liberty Horsehide Cossack Leather Jacket


    Hi Loungers, Holden here. [emoji41] I’ve been a member for a decade but don’t post much. I received yesterday a great BK Cossack from our friend “Thuggee” in Australia. Sadly I’m an idiot and forgot when I ordered a similar sized Aero custom years ago Vickie added some length in the arms and...
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    Buying a used jacket from Australia..are there Import taxes?

    Hey guys, I’m looking at possibly buying a used jacket from Australia and shipping to the USA. Are there import duties due on a used item like this? I’ve just never done it so didn’t want any surprises. Thanks!! HC Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Import duties on jackets and USA?

    I’m wondering what folks have experienced in regards to being charged import duty on leather jackets. I’m looking at ordering a custom Thedi from Theo and just want to be educated on what to expect. Thanks!
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    Thedi Leathers sample leather pics here!

    Hey guys- I just received a leather sample package from Theodoros. (Thanks again, Theo!). I took some comparison shots outside for you guys to see. Really some beautiful options and now the hard decision begins. I'm going to order up a Shawl collar when I decide. Enjoy! Sent from my...
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    Choosing YOUR Leather: Help a brother out!

    I'm on the cusp of ordering up a new jacket. I've hit a few members up privately, and would like to hear from some more jacket gurus regarding leather choices. The only jacket I've owned was an Aero 30s Halfbelt in their Seal Goat. I found it not too thick or heavy. I'm specifically looking at...
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    Please share thoughts: button versus zipper jacket?

    Hey guys/gals. Im lookinat a new jacket, specifically something like the Thedi Shawl collar. I’ve always had a zipper front jacket, but like the look of the button front and wonder pros/cons. Can folks that have had both share their thoughts? Thanks Bryan Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
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    Show me your Aero original Hercules!!

    I've been enjoying an Aero 30s slim HB(Jan Solo edition!) the last few yrs and am ready for my next jacket. The Aero original Hercules looks very nice, and would live to hear from folks that have this model. I would plan to do it in seal goat if able, like my 30s HB. How is the fit compared to...
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    Aero speedway vs. 1930's slim half belt?

    Hi folks. Can anyone elucidate the differences btwn the newer Speedway and the slim 30's halfbelt? They look similar...wondering if a speedway is in my future! Regards, Holden Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk - now Free
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    FS: AERO 1930s Halfbelt

    Please see original thread that will describe this amazing jacket: http://www.thefedoralounge.com/showthread.php?53582-My-New-AERO-1930s-Halfbelt-%28goat%29..now-w-PICTURES! Please let me know if you have interest. The jacket is in MINT/AS NEW condition. Thus I wish to recover as close to...
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    How tight are your cinch straps (Aero)?

    I'm just interested to see how much play most have in their Aero cinch straps on arrival?? I have the 1930's HB. How do they decide how tight to make them when the jackets are manufactured? How far cinched down do most folks have theirs? HC
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    Insole for Frye Engineer boot??

    Greetings, I have this boot (Frye Rand Engineer): http://www.stompersboots.com/gtwy_engineer-031.php Can anyone recommend a nice insole that might work in these? I just need a little more cushion/support, but don't want an insole that is too thick. Thanks, HC
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    My New AERO 1930s Halfbelt (goat)..now w/ PICTURES!

    Dear Friends, My first AERO (1930s Halfbelt) arrived just after Christmas: Order placed Oct 18th 2010 Shipped Dec 22nd 2010 This jacket is a "JanSolo redux". I chose to go with most of his specifications from his recent jacket. - Size 42 1930s Halfbelt in seal goatskin...
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    My first AERO (1930s Halfbelt) is on the way!!!

    Order placed Oct 18th 2010 Shipped Dec 22nd 2010 My new AERO 1930s Halfbelt is a "JanSolo redux". I chose to go with many( ok i mean *all*!!) of his specifications from his recent jacket. - Size 42 1930s Halfbelt in seal goatskin. - 26 inch sleeves - 27 inch body length. Please make...
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    Question about choice of Aero leather interior pockets

    To those forum members that have experience w/ Aero leather jackets: What have you found is the best or preferred type of interior pocket? I frequently see folks go for the G1 style snap closure pocket in the leather *facing* for their highwayman or half belt. Do folks think that a G1...
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    American vs. button cuffs on 30's Halfbelt?

    The recent posting of the Aero Route 66 w/ American cuffs makes me wonder of the pros/cons of these cuffs vs. the button cuff seen on a 30's Halfbelt. I have a 30's HB on order.......and wondering if the American cuff(without storm cuff) would look OK...and if it would be more durable and less...
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    Do you have a Throat Latch on your Aero?

    I have an Aero halfbelt on order. One item I did not specify was a throat latch. I was wondering how many folks actually use the throat latch, or is it more an accent piece to add interest. And of the different designs, what do you prefer and why? Thanks, HC
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    Jacket sleeve length "rules of thumb"?

    I hate to speak of generalities.......but "in general", where would one desire the sleeve of a leather jacket to end? I have heard things such as "at the first knuckle of the thumb".....? I am speaking in particular of many of the fine leathers we see in this forum, such as the Aero...
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    My Father's G-1

    I found my father's G-1 from his flying days. He was a Navy pilot and flew the P-3 Orion. He flew in the 60's to mid 70's. Patrol Squadron 47 (VP-47). The jacket is from when he was a "LT". I will take some pictures but the label says: JACKET, FLYING, MAN"S INTERMEDIATE, TYPE G-1 SPEC...
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    Aero e-mail address?

    Is it best to call or e-mail Amanda @ Aero? I have sent a couple e-mails but no replies. Maybe that's my answer! ;-) H
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    To yoke or not to yoke: an Aero question!

    Greetings, Continuing to read posts and look at photos..... Can someone explain to me the deal with the "yoke"?? It appears to me from looking @ Mark Moye's picture trail that many styles I am considering....highwayman, 30's or 50's halfbelt, cossack...do not primarily come with a yoked...

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