Aero 1920s Work Coat Collar...

[zebedee]

...has anyone got one of these that has some years on it and have pics where the collar's 'relaxed' a bit? I am thinking of getting one, but the collar seems very 'sharp' to me.

 

[Finn Vigorous]

Mine is made in 2016 and has been well used ever since. The collar has corduroy on the flip-side, and it's completely soft on the neck, but still pretty stiff/sharp in the front.

Great coat for the colder seasons, and I'm really liking the mid-weight Battered Tan HH and the Melton lining in this.

 

[born113]

The collar has corduroy on the flip-side

Why isn't it leather? Is that what you wanted or is it Aero standard?

 

[Finn Vigorous]

AFAIK the back collar and the cuff linings are corduroy in these by default.

 

[Bfd70]

Mine is made in 2016 and has been well used ever since. The collar has corduroy on the flip-side, and it's completely soft on the neck, but still pretty stiff/sharp in the front.

Great coat for the colder seasons, and I'm really liking the mid-weight Battered Tan HH and the Melton lining in this.

Let’s see a fit pic!

 

[El Marro]

Why isn't it leather? Is that what you wanted or is it Aero standard?

That is standard on this model. This was a design feature on some early leather jackets.

 

[born113]

That is standard on this model.

Thank you. I already read on the Aero website. For this style, this is indicated there.

 

[Finn Vigorous]

Let’s see a fit pic!

Here comes:

 

[Finn Vigorous]

As said, the collar is soft from the neck and feels comfortable, but yes, it's still sharp in the front. Doesn't bother me and pairs pretty well with the stiff-ish hide, I think. The collar design and the hide also give the coat a tad more formal look compared to my FW Brakeman:

 

[Bfd70]

Wow, that looks perfect. I always wondered why we don’t see that more around here. Imho it looks better than the FW and at half the cost.

 

[Bfd70]

How is the mobility? For example driving.

 

[Grayland]

I recall when that coat was introduced by Aero. I thought it would really be a top seller as similar-styled jackets are usually Japanese and are much more expensive. Doesn't seem to be a very popular model. Not sure why - I think it looks very nice.

 

[Peter Mackin]

I sold mine here a couple of years ago as it was slightly too big at a size 46,it was a terrific jacket in vicenza dark seal. The heavy stuff from horween doesn't do it for me, I dislike the weight and the quick ageing, colour loss.

 

[Finn Vigorous]

Wow, that looks perfect. I always wondered why we don’t see that more around here. Imho it looks better than the FW and at half the cost.

Thank you. The photo doesn't quite do justice to the Brakeman as the collar looks wonky and I wear the coat usually buttoned up, making the upper section to fit more neatly. That said, I really like the work coat and I also think it fits pretty nicely.

How is the mobility? For example driving.

The fit is a tiny bit restrictive tbh. This becomes clear when you have to move your upper body, and driving is a good example. The coat is just cut that way: the armholes are high, the shoulder length is on the narrow side and the chest is meant to fit snugly. Also the mid-weight cxl hide is (still) clearly stiffer than say the Shinki of the Brakeman. You can of course move yourself and put the seat belt on, no worries, but the work coat is not your everyday driving coat.

That said, I think it's a great model and deserves more attention. It's in fact Ken's own favorite in the Aero range, but surprisingly rarely seen, also in here.

 

[born113]

The fit is a bit restrictive tbh.

IMHO It's too small size/tag for you.

 

[Finn Vigorous]

I wouldn't take this in a bigger size as the coat serves me well as it is and makes a sharper-looking option for the office days. I also have other ones with better mobility when that's needed.

 

[El Marro]

I wouldn't take this in a bigger size as the coat serves me well as it is and makes a sharper-looking option for the office days. I also have other ones with better mobility when that's needed.

It looks perfect!

 

[Finn Vigorous]

It looks perfect!

Much appreciated!

 

[Canuck Panda]

This is the first time I've seen actual fit pics. Looks great on you! I've been eyeing this coat for the longest time. Looks awesome.

 

[Finn Vigorous]

This is the first time I've seen actual fit pics. Looks great on you! I've been eyeing this coat for the longest time. Looks awesome.

Thank you! The jacket was an immediate keeper and has served me well ever since.