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    Vicenza vs Goatskin

    Hello, after owning and loving both my vicenza jackets (Boardracer , dark seal) and Thirties Deluxe HB (seal) Im on the hunt for another great Aero jacket! The vicenza leather is ideally suited for my local SoCal (Souther California U.S.A.) weather but I am now considering a goatskin...
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    Aero Boardracer, size 38, Dark Seal Vicenza SELL/TRADE

    I’m 5 ft 5 in 140 lb 38 in chest 31 in waist Actual jacket measurements below. Pit to pit 20 inches Shoulder seam to shoulder seam 17 in. Back length 22.5 in. Front length 18.5 in. Bottom hem 18.5 in. Sleeve length 23.75 (measured around curve) This jacket just felt a tad too restrictive on...
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    Vicenza Russet....Staining Question

    I am about to pull the trigger on a Vicenza 30 Halfbelt. I already have a dark seal Boardracer, so I’m thinking of going with russet for the Halfbelt. My concern is that russet, being a lighter color, would be prone to showing the inevitable skin oil stain at the collar. Does anyone have any...
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    Aero Board Racer vs Premier 1930 Halfbelt, fit question

    Hello all... I have a size 40 Boardracer which fits nicely, but is a bit too snug for any kind of layering other than a thin long sleeve shirt. Id like to get another Aero which would allow me to wear a sweater or heavy shirt, and have in mind a size 40 Premier 30 HB. Can anyone comment on the...
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    Hastening the Break In - My New Vicenza Board Racer

    Living in SoCal I rarely get to wear my new Vicenza (Dark Seal) Board Racer so I'd like to expedite the break in process. I'm hoping that I might get some tips from the FDL collective. Ultimately I'd like the jacket to be a bit softer and hopefully a bit looser. I do receive compliments on the...
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    Dainese Archivo 'Ace Cafe' US 38, Leather Moto Style Men's Jacket

    Sizing is Euro 48/US 38 This jacket has VERY light moto armor in the shoulders and elbows. All zippers and buckles work fine. Worn by non-smoker. Originally priced at $699 from Dianese $250 includes shipping CONUS PayPal preferred Feel free to PM with any questions...
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    Shoes: 'Sutor Mantellassi' US size 7.5

    Purchased about six months ago, worn only once on dry pavement. Regrettably these nice Italian handcrafted shoes are just a bit too small for me. As depicted below the are marked 'Italy 6.5" which I take to be a UK measurement which does convert to a U.S. 7.5. For reference I typically wear a...
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    Dianese "Archivio" Ace Cafe Leather Jacket, size 38

    I'm selling a nice moto jacket made by Dianese. this is the most expensive of the 3 or 4 Archivio styles, called the "Ace Cafe". I paid approx $699 for the jacket about two years ago. Now they are selling for $500-$600. I didn't wear it often as the sleeves were a bit too long, and then I...
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    For Sale: Navy Peacoat 34 R, circa 1967

    Let me apologize in advance for the pics... I can't get PhotoBucket to upload the edited/cropped pictures... This jacket is a 34R, However the sleeves have been shortened approx 2 inches. My daughter wore it for several months but it has been closeted for the past several years in a smoke free...
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    Help Identifying a Leather Jacket...

    Can anyone identify this jacket? I've tried the link shown w/out success:
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    Question re Shoe Leather

    Recently I've purchased a pair of shoes which have a white wax build up that is visible in these pics. I asked the salesman about the wax and he seemed puzzled, but said that it was some sort of "antiquing" application. Does anyone know how to safely move this? BTW... Sorry about the...
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    Aero Bi-swing back vs. Shoulder Gussets

    Hello all... I'm planning on ordering a custom Aero jacket .Carrie has been very helpful and patient answering my questions however I'm hoping to better visualize these two jackets backs. The bi-swing back as standard on the above brown "August" model presents a very clean look however I'm...
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    Leather Jacket...leather types

    Newby here...looking to jump into the cauldron with the purchase of a Vanson Enfield, or alternatively a Vanson Model A. They both look to be very nicely made, and both have the bi-swing back which I like. I'll primarily be wearing the jacket for fashion as I have moto jackets for that purpose...

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