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  1. Andrew Putnam

    Anyone have any experience with Vanson motorcycle gloves?

    Pretty much as encapsulated by the title- Anyone have any experience with Vanson motorcycle gloves? I love their jackets and have been on the verge of ordering some of their gloves... from the US over to Australia... hoping they are as good as their jackets, for some time. I'm kind of sick of...
  2. Andrew Putnam

    What is this Vanson label?

    Not sure what this Vanson Label is- maybe non US made item?
  3. Andrew Putnam

    Anyone had Vanson experience with eBay seller toys_of_japan?

    As above- Anyone had Vanson experience with eBay seller toys_of_japan? They seem to sell used Vanson stuff at twice the price you'd buy it and get it delivered new direct from Vanson. Plus they haven't replied to any messages I've sent regarding offers on prices. Maybe they just charge double...
  4. Andrew Putnam

    Are these snap things to attach a collar to?

    Please forgive my absence of knowledge. That is the reason why I'm asking... and there is obviously a better name than snap things for the 3 round pop in thingos around the neck. I'm thinking there are to attach a fleece collar probably? Anyone's help- thanks!
  5. Andrew Putnam

    Vanson properf pants advice sought

    Hi, To those who have previously owned the Vanson properf fully perforated leather pants which I am thinking of buying a question for you if I may- How well do these pants vent in summer riding? Here in Australia it's not uncommon in summer for temps to hit above 40C (105F approx). I recently...
  6. Andrew Putnam

    WTB Vanson properf fully perforated sportsrider jacket sz50 with armour

    After a Vanson in size 50. Hurricane, Stallion, CSRV. After something fully perforated, ie: back, chest, and arms and must include at least shoulder and elbow armour. If you have one for sale please let me know what you would like for it. I also have a Vanson Cobra nicely broken in sz48 and a...
  7. Andrew Putnam

    Any motorcyclists into Vanson motorcycle jackets? Recommend me one.

    I have a Vanson Drifter with white sleeve stripes. Love the jacket... now want another Vanson- but which one? I'm thinking about either Hurricane or Stallion, fully perfed, with armour. Probably go a two tone on the Hurricane.
  8. Andrew Putnam

    Size 46 jacket seller says Pit to Pit is 58 inches- what are they measuring?

    There's a jacket online I'd like to buy but I like to have as much information as possible before I buy from overseas which is why I try and get as much info as possible if I can before purchasing. The jacket is a UK size 46 It is astounding just how hard it can be to get some sellers to measure...
  9. Andrew Putnam

    WTB Aero Highwayman Black size 44-46

    Looking for a HWM, steer or HH both okay prefer full weight with cotton lining. If anyone has anything available please let me know. Photo's and measurements would be great. Thanks
  10. Andrew Putnam

    Other reputable jacket makers besides Aero?

    Besides Aero are there any other good companies I should know about before committing to getting my next jacket? Cheers, Andy
  11. Andrew Putnam

    Aero Alpaca vs. Lochcarron wool lining warmth

    I have the chance to get an Aero HWM but it has an Alpaca lining. The last one had a heavy wool lining which I suppose might have been Lochcarron before they started labelling as such and heatwise I never found the lining it too warm here in Melbourne, Australia. Sometimes it actually could have...
  12. Andrew Putnam

    Losing length- how much to take into account when buying new?

    In regards to my quest continuing in the purchasing of jackets by measurements alone. Should I be looking at an inch longer in the back length and sleeve length to account for length loss in the Aero CXL HH? My experience with other jackets I've owned is they seem to actually stretch over time...
  13. Andrew Putnam

    FS Noble House 1950 Halfbelt steerhide Size XXL approx 46

    I really love this jacket but have finally accepted it is just too big for me. Bought new 18 months ago, well looked after from sfree home. It is made by Noble House in Germany from I believe vegetable tanned Agentinian steer hide, which they describe as "heavy" steerhide it seems to be about...
  14. Andrew Putnam

    FS Aero Highwayman Black HH 42

    I recently received this lovely jacket but unfortunately for me it's a little too short in length and sleeves for my build. 5'10" 100kg It is Chromexcel Front Quarter Horsehide. Black, I'm not sure if it is tumbled black, but it seems to have brown undertones. And it is quite pliable and...
  15. Andrew Putnam

    Dating Aero Jackets

    As in finding out the year they were made! I have this jacket coming .. hopefully.. and without being able to get hold of any further information I'm wondering if anyone could, from the lining perhaps, approximate the date. This may be an impossible task.. but... I thought I'd give it a shot. It...
  16. Andrew Putnam

    Ribbon for zip on Aero Highwayman

    Bit of a noob question here but.. I'm looking at this jacket and noticed it just appears to have a cotton ribbon on the zip not a leather one. Is that normal? I know its probably no big deal just thought they were leather originally... and can you get replacements from Aero for them if needed...
  17. Andrew Putnam

    Buying jacket online. Sizing etc.

    Hi, My first post here. I have always really liked jackets but have only in the past few years become more aware of what is around. I bought a Messerschmitt and a 50's Halfbelt from a shop in Germany online about 18 months ago. But of course without trying things on it's always a little hit and...

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