cafe racer

I recently picked this up from Terry but it doesn't quite work for me, so am relisting it here for what I paid -- $100 shipped in the US. Terry knows a lot more about these jackets than I do, so I am going to link to his original post, which in turn has links to more pics and a video...

Arguably the Holy Grail for some and pure viewing pleasure for the rest. Nicely worn, cared for and hung properly. The Shinki teacore leather is just barely starting to show on the ends of the cuffs and bottom hem. You can see the brown undertones in direct sunlight with the naked eye (that...

Background This winter I decided I wanted a shearling jacket for those coldest months of Michigan. I’ve never really been a fan of the traditional jacket styles typically made of shearling, so I began my search for something unique; perhaps a double-rider, as I’d seen the occasional...

Hello, I recently purchased a vintage cafe racer leather jacket that has no label and I can’t for the life of me figure out what brand it is or how old it is. It was suggested by Bahabp100 to give the experts here a shot at trying to identify it. Thanks in advance for any help! EDIT NOTE by...

Hello, I have a BROWN Schott NYC "Perfecto" jacket, size SMALL. It's the collaboration that Schott did with Restoration Hardware back in 2011. Anyway, I'm just testing the waters here to see if there's any interest. If there is, I'll post some pics and measurements. It is in perfect condition...

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Schott 141 50 long dark brown with some slightly lighter brown patina on some seams. Come with zipped in liner, all zippers work fine. Snaps too. It’s broken in and soft but strong. Seams are still in gut all around Based on the labels the jacket was produced in the early 1980s ... Gail(RIP)...

Vanson Model B with zip-out liner, size 46. Amazing jacket that is very nicely broken in and has soft, supple leather. The only things that I could find worth mentioning are some scuffs/scratches on the buckles, and one flaw in the leather as shown in the photos. I am only selling this...

Hi everybody, Have a great Schott 581 Unlined Cafe Racer in Cowhide Leather in size large. Asking $450 shipped. This jacket is a light to medium brown, with a heavy pull-up effect that makes it appear vintaged even though it has not been worn much at all. Please note that the jacket is unlined...

Hey everyone. Still looking for a black cross zip, but no luck yet, guess I just have a weirdly shaped body. Switching my attention to an Aero Cafe racer in the meantime. For reference, my current desired measurements are as follows: Pit to Pit: 21-22" Shoulder width 19-20" Sleeve length...

I bought this beautiful SCHOTT PER 41 jacket directly from the NYC store in November and used twice(still squeaks!!!). One of the coolest Schott jacket, looks like a 70 year old jacket without liner rips, zipper issues and bad smell!!! SIZE IS XXL(see pictures for the actual measurements I...

Hi, you are looking at a cool Alexander Leather/Simmons Bilt Jacket Horsehide Roadster - Size 50. Same quality and build as an Aero Leather Higwayman. It is in excellent shape and i am only selling it because it does not fit me anymore. The measurements for this jacket are: Pit to pit: 27"...

Just listed this on the Ebay: https://www.ebay.com/itm/254672134519 Nothing fancy, but a good example of very wearable cafe racer. More pics and details at the link above. $70 shipped for TFL'ers.

Hey all- I’ve got an original Buco J-100, in steerhide, size 48. This is lined, but some stitching for the liner is loose in the wrist area. The main zip has been replaced with a YKK, but everything else is Talon original. The right wrist zip pull is also missing, but otherwise all zips are...

This jacket was bought from @Stitched in March 2020. I am on the North side of the border hence got it shipped to my brother's place in Seattle, to avoid the notorious custom fees and delays at Canada Customs. Before I could make it, borders were closed due to Covid -19, & thats how it has been...

This forum has been a bad influence on me! As much as I've tried to avoid acquiring a "collection" of leather jackets, I realize that's just what I've done, albeit on a relatively small scale. At least, enough for a line-up... All these have been posted before, but here they are in one place...

Of special interest to @technovox , I picked up this cool Sportster racing shirt/jacket for a great deal on the ebay. Always liked the minimalist look of these, but never had a chance to try one on. Size 44, fits me just about perfect. I will have to decide if I’m keeping it for the long...

Hi all, I recently joined the forum and from what I gather, a lot of you are knowledgeable about the leather jacket market, brands, successes and issues. Thanks for creating this space. Currently I'm on the hunt for my next jacket. I already own a 60s brooks cafe racer (a tiny bit big) and that...

The recent thread on Buco posted by @MemphisBlues and the conversation there, especially the comments by @Monitor (see here: https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/buco-jacket-restoration.100580/), made me think more about the history of what is now so commonly called the "cafe racer" style...

For sale is a beautiful Aero Sheene in Brown CXL FQHH, with contrast stitching, Light tartan lining, one inside pocket & zippered sleeves Got this one only a couple of weeks back, bought from the original owner of the jacket. Here is the link...