For sale is this sweet red label Cal. The leather is thick heavy horsehide. Cals with snap cuffs and no beaver tail are not only rare but aesthetically better in my opinion. Condition is very good for a vintage jacket. Leather is great, lining has tears but is wearable. Hardware all working...
Definitely too short. Also the shoulder seam is busted ;)
I feel you, I was really tempted to but I just can't justify buying another jacket unless it's perfect. I'm trying really hard to curb my buying. Someone linked this goodyearwelt reddit post that hit a little too close to home.
I think...
I'm not much of a boots guy myself but those are really beautiful, great grain/creasing.
You're right about this. It hurts most initially. I think the Seattle Woolen would've been cool to have but I'm not sure that it would've gotten much wear from me.
Great vintage jackets don't last long on marketplaces. Hesitation can often lead to jackets being snapped up by someone more decisive. For me, this is what makes it fun. What are some jackets you regret missing out on?
Here's my most recent 'one that got away'. A 40s Seattle Woolen Halfbelt in...
Size will matter a lot here. In the 34-40 range there are a lot of used jackets on Japanese marketplaces for great prices. If you're patient you could definitely find jackets from Aero, Lost Worlds, Schott, Vanson + a variety of Japanese brands for $150-300.
On western marketplaces, I find that...
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