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    My new Aero Route 66

    Thanks Mark...You were one of the inspirators for the Route 66. A few years ago you could get an original Crown zipper from Aero for an extra £50. I doubt that you could get one these days...
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    Love the Smell of Horsehide on a Summer Evening

    Really nice HB deluxe...I love mine (seal, MW HH) to bits...It's a good loking, intricate design. I take it yours is FQHH?
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    Eastman Leather G-1 55J14

    Hi, I used to own both of ELC's 55J14 & M422A. In my opinion both were generously cut compared to the originals & the goatskin used were way too thick compared to the originals. It may be that you'll find these "inaccuracies" in most repros. Why not try to get yourself an original 55J14?
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    My new Aero Route 66

    Thanks Winward. Yours look just like mine in terms of wear, grain, etc. It's taking me a couple of years of wear (granted I don't wear it every day as I have other jackets) to "tame" Aero's FQHH. Incidentally this is my only FQHH jacket. I think the fact that it's in vintage brown colour...
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    My new Aero Route 66

    Here are some pics of the jacket after a couple of years... The leather is a lot more relaxed now, though if it's not worn for some time, it becomes somewhat stiff again...but the stiffness will disappear as soon as it gets worn. There is still a degree of puffiness, however, due to the...
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    Does my aero cossack look okay?

    Amanda probably is going to suggest that you break the jacket in first... I personally think the jacket fit is fine. Different people like different fit... The sleeves are going to get shorter as the leather creases... so be aware of that. Looking at the photos, you probably won't be able to...
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    Need help! With New Aero Hercules FQHH

    Hi, I'm 0.5" shorter than you. I personally would go with 25", especially if you're going to have it in FQHH. With 25" the sleeves are going to be a tad too long initially, but once the leather creases on the sleeves it will be perfect. If you were to use goatskin, which doesn't crease, I...
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    Do Aero Jackets Run Large?

    I would say yes, Aero sizes are generous! Sounds like we're the same size. Most of my jackets have armpit-armpit measurement of 21 to 22 inches. My last jacket from Aero (Half-belt deluxe) ended up having a 38 tag but actually made from size 36 pattern with smaller turnings. Get a...
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    Aero prices increased

    I'm lucky because I was quoted a price by Amanda about a week before the increase. Just placed the order now, but she said they would honour the already-quoted price. To be honest, for people who are willing to spend £500+ for a leather jacket, an increase of £100 won't stop most of them...
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    Saving up for a good leather jacket- any thoughts much appreciated...

    You do know that you won't be charged for the jacket you order until the jacket is shipped to you? It's going to take them 4-5 months to finish the jacket. So if you really want it, you can order now & will have 4-5 months to save up for the jacket...
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    Saving up for a good leather jacket- any thoughts much appreciated...

    Phil, Since you're in the UK, I think the suggestion for an Aero is a good one. However, Aero sizing can be hit and miss. Don't go by the tag size (fit is extremely generous for most models), instead use your actual measurements. Better yet, get a tailor to take your measurements. Note...
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    Just ordered my first Aero!!!

    Ian, The boxy shoulders I think are due to the stiff leather... I have the same jacket in mid-weight horsehide & it's doesn't look boxy at all... Should be ok once the leather breaks in... Great looking jacket!
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    In pictures: the Aero 50s halfbelt (take 3)

    SJ, I personally think the fit is perfect...I take it you've taken the false half belt out? A nice touch, I think :)
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    A question for those who have parted ways with their Aero's

    OC, do you have a jacket that fits you well? A jacket that you really like? If so, take measurements, and use them to design your next jacket. Be careful however as different jacket patterns will fit differently. I normally would wear a size 40 A-2 (ELC, GW, etc.) but with Aero's utility...
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    Could Aero Reproduce this Californian?

    The quick answer is yes, but it will not look exactly like that. There are existing Aero halfbelt jackets that look very similar to the one in the pictures so probably they will modify their existing jacket to look more like what you want (i.e., changing the angle/position of the pockets...
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    Opinions on HimelBros 1920's jacket fit

    Here are some pics of my new 1929 Heron (zipper) jacket I must say it is pricey, but I personally think it's worth it. Mine is based on the true 1920s cut (i.e., no tapering on the body & sleeves) so overall the fit is rather "loose." The upside of the rather loose fit is that I'm...
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    Now, my Aero 40-3785-P with 506th PIR patches.....

    I think it looks great. The fit of the jacket looks good, as well. From what I can see from the pics, I think you're wearing low-waisted jeans (the jacket looks long enough & yet the belt is still showing). I think it would be even better if you wear high-waisted trousers/jeans, instead. What...
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    Aero Halfbelt side adjuster & Cossak question

    If you're worried about the sharp edges why not use double D-rings, instead? I had one Aero jacket with D-rings and I seem to remember they worked just as well. The only thing was that the D-rings that Aero used on my jacket were way bigger than the leather straps, so if you go with double...
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    Eastman Star sportswear

    Same here... I need to save up to get one...probably later this year, or early next year...Hopefully they won't increase the price soon...
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    Aero A2 38-1711-P in heavy FQ horsehide after a year of wear

    I agree with the others: The jacket fit is perfect & the jacket itself is really nice!!! :eusa_clap I used to own one as well, but didn't like the fit too much (mine was too short & too wide at the shoulder/chest) - so I sold it a long time ago. Can you share the usual measurements...

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