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    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    I believe that capeskin is just a marketing name for sheep. I know it comes from the hills of South Africa but to me is just sheep. I have some Californias that came with that beautiful tan color. I can understand why if you are a pilot would like this hide when you are seating in the cockpit...
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    Heron leather Mexico

    If you still have time for hotel at $250 a night this place is a complete bargin: https://reservations.granhoteldelaciudaddemexico.com.mx/95698?hotelid=95698&RatePlanId=3670894#/datesofstay In my opinion a true landmark and service ok. Not 5 stars but location, location,location.
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    How do you condition Horween Nubuck?

    Nubuck leather is much better than suede leather because it is created by using only the very best of the top in the grain of the hide. However since is not seal, you must be careful using it. I have used suede leather protector spray on nubuck before with great result. Just do not go crazy...
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    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    That jacket looks just like my 50's HD. Just when I had it settle as the 1950's HD original producer and erased Blatts as possible maker, this particular model comes around. LOL. One day we will find out the truth. About 10 years ago, I contacted HD for info on the subject, but no luck.
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    Ask a Question, Get An Answer About Outerwear

    Friend, If you still need a similar belt a low price p.m me. I help you out to transform the belt for free. I have made several belts using period correct leather and rivets and tools to set in the jacket loops properly.
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    Heron leather Mexico

    Leather shops in Mexico are oriented to the "fashion trends" The quality of the craftmanship is average. Personally, I can not recommend any leather shops in Mexico. Friend, there are great places to eat authentic Mexican food. Personally, I love old school traditional Mexican food...
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    Finds and Deals - Leather Jacket Edition

    This model runs big. A size 44 fits like a modern 44. Nice jacket. Not the top of the California's police jackets but not bad.
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    Flash Sale: Rare Admiral Byrd Pony Hide 44

    Love the design. I have one similar but with belt. The hide is nice and the cut works for me well
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    Heron leather Mexico

    Mexico does produce nice leathers. However, The majority of their hides are produced in their focused in high volume targets. I have seen beautiful lamb skins at some Leon's shops. Much nicer than what in America some used to call it cape skin.
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    Ali Express Leather jacket on the way!

    Please share your jacket with us when you get it. Looking forward to perhaps a fit image?
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    Heron leather Mexico

    That is a nice jacket. The company still selling leather products. I believe they have stores all over Mexico that sell or make items they produce. Impala leathers sells jackets made by their hides. In the past, when I stay at my favorite spot in Mexico city, and since a 20 minute walk, I...
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    Good Wear Leather Arcadia Jacket

    Beautiful jacket!
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    Finds and Deals - Leather Jacket Edition

    Hope someone here got it. This is the first color and design combo I have ever seen.
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    Ultimate Leather Conditioner Comparison (on Reddit)

    Fat has been used as leather conditioner for ages because it works! Some conditioner money makers add other products to justify the price. However, still mainly fat. I have created my own formula that works for me. There are other products that do have a function. The French do make...
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    Leather treatment and expectations

    I would use tallow. It is sold in glass containers.
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    Ultimate Leather Conditioner Comparison (on Reddit)

    I vote for Skidmore. Remember Pecards is more of a water proofer. Remember most conditioner have TALLOW as the main ingredient. Tallow has been used by crafters for centuries.
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    Finds and Deals - Leather Jacket Edition

    Friends, Any one here selling this one? https://www.ebay.com/itm/226049273843
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    Cal-Leather

    Is more like Beauty and the beast! Nice hide on that "beast".
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    Mister Freedom Campus Stallion Jacket 40

    What a beauty!

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