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  1. AmericanIron

    First Large Investment Coat

    Haha I have a tendency to do that, that’s why I like this forum. Good to hear from others on these types of things. I’ve gotta say, wearing this raglan style sleeve over a suit jacket is so much more comfortable than any topcoat I’ve owned. I really like the unstructured shoulder it just feels...
  2. AmericanIron

    First Large Investment Coat

    I appreciate the feedback, maybe I’m overthinking it. I’ll give it a season of wear before having the button added to see whether it’s necessary or not. I do like that I went larger on the size as it leaves room to overlap the layers in the front and use the belt to cinch it almost like a double...
  3. AmericanIron

    First Large Investment Coat

    So the Spier coat arrived yesterday and it’s very nice. The wool is thick but also unlike any wool I’ve ever felt. It feels more like a thick cotton sweater than a wool. If you’ve ever handled FILSON, woolrich or Harris tweed wools there’s always a slight nap to it, a fuzzy texture and a bit...
  4. AmericanIron

    First Large Investment Coat

    Thank you for the advice. I dug a little deeper into the buying process and between the cost of the items, the fact they never go on sale, and a couple extra hundred to customs (I didn’t realize this was extra I thought the price on their site was shipped) decided to try to find a more local...
  5. AmericanIron

    First Large Investment Coat

    Hey guys, I’m in the market to buy my first proper overcoat. I had a few questions for you guys here with more experience in this department as most of my jackets have been for motorcycles or for work (Ironworker by trade). I’ve been looking to buy an overcoat that can fit the bill for...
  7. AmericanIron

    Overcoat Shoulder Fit

    I will definitely give those a look. I know brooks brothers had some more classic cut overcoats that I had tried on which didn’t have the pulling issue. Only thing is they tend to all be 3 button with a high top button. Something about that style just looks off to my eye. I liked the 3 to 2 roll...
  8. AmericanIron

    Overcoat Shoulder Fit

    Great tips, thank you. I’ll have to see if the pulling at the center button happens even when I’m standing more normally. I do tend to hunch a bit like you mentioned where in this shot I was trying to push my shoulders back. All great advice though. I wish I had more second hand shops near me...
  9. AmericanIron

    Overcoat Shoulder Fit

    These photos may show it better. Easier to photograph in the daylight
  10. AmericanIron

    Overcoat Shoulder Fit

    Hey guys, Had a question about overcoat fit for you. I've been looking for a while now for an overcoat to wear over my suit (and also casually) and recently gave Spier and Mackay a try. This coat is their simplest model, a 3 roll 2 button style and not much else going on with the jacket. They...
  11. AmericanIron

    OLD Black Stallion Update

    I would say true to size yes. But I hate when people say that and give no reference so let me give you some context. This jacket is a size 42 which is what I wear in a suit size. Im 5’10”, 190lbs, 43” chest, pant size 34 or 36. With a flannel or sweater it’s a snug fit. With a t shirt it’s...
  13. AmericanIron

    OLD Black Stallion Update

    Hey guys, been a few years since I last posted here. With all the new Black Stallions being produced I thought I’d share some more updated photos of my old model, produced by Schott and purchased in 2015. Jacket is still as nice as it was on the day I got it but wears much better having had...
  14. AmericanIron

    Help Identifying Grandfathers Jacket

    Totally agree, if you’re not actively wearing it, a hood is always in the way haha. I did notice something else which researching this and that is that the Air Force didn’t become an independent branch of the US Armed Forces until 1947. So there is a chance that perhaps this wasn’t an Air Force...
  15. AmericanIron

    Help Identifying Grandfathers Jacket

    Agreed, after having the model name I did some research and it seems like the military versions were down filled with satin lining and had single piece hoods. The split hood and synthetic insulation came after, so this is probably something he bought separately. From where I couldn’t say. I...
  16. AmericanIron

    Help Identifying Grandfathers Jacket

    Thank you guys so much for the replies! I spoke to my family who said he was in the Navy from 1943-1946 when he was moved to inactive service. I think blackadder is right, that jacket looks absolutely identical. The USAF B-9. Being that he wasn’t in the Air Force it must have been something...
  17. AmericanIron

    Help Identifying Grandfathers Jacket

    Hey guys, been a long time since I’ve posted on here but I have had a jacket from my grandfather in a box of items of his down in my basement that I recently rediscovered and I can’t seem to find any information out about it. I’ve included some photos of it, if it helps any he was in the US...
  19. AmericanIron

    Schott Black Stallion

    Wow! This is a fantastic job. What a talented seamstress to be able to make all those modifications especially on thick horsehide like this. That fit is absolutely perfect, great find man. Subtle difference but I never realized the brown version has hidden snaps on the upper lapel where the...
  20. AmericanIron

    Guide for first fedora/hat

    Here’s a few shots of the Filson packer. Those lack of color ones look like a fantastic option too. Similar crown but a dressier type of material.
  21. AmericanIron

    Guide for first fedora/hat

    Thank you guys so much for all these suggestions. I knew I was coming to the right people with this. a quick update. I think I’m going to end up buying two. I tried the packer hat again, shaping it after having worn it outside during a shower and it was very easy to kick up the front and rear...
  22. AmericanIron

    Guide for first fedora/hat

    Hey guys, I'm brand new to hats and picked up two different models to try to get what I'm looking for. Was hoping to get some advice from you guys who know a lot more about what's out there. I'm looking for a hat for outdoor activity. Wood splitting, snowblowing the driveway, camping and hiking...
  23. AmericanIron

    Schott Black Stallion

    Monitor, I left for two reasons. The first was that I felt like I was destined to be sitting at this desk doing what I felt was relatively unimportant work to society forever. Also once I had kids in my life I thought a lot more about what they see when they see me and I wanted them to shoot...

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