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Vanson jacket appreciation

stringer

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Is the 46 c a c2?
I want a vanson c2, I wear a 46 in most Vansons, does the C2 fit true to size. It also looks short.
 

Bawheid

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My Vanson collection. Left to right.
Perforated Comet , two inside pockets and 2 low zippered outside. labelled "L"
Comet in steerhide. 2 zippered chest pockets , one stud inside pocket. Very short ! Labelled 44
Sturgis (vented) Labelled "L". 2 zippered inside pockets. 2 Open handwarmer pockets.
Sturgis is appreciably longer than both Comet variants
The 'roomiest" to wear is the Sturgis, neatest is the perforated Comet

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Vanson collection 2.jpg
 

Peter Mackin

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glasgow
My Vanson collection. Left to right.
Perforated Comet , two inside pockets and 2 low zippered outside. labelled "L"
Comet in steerhide. 2 zippered chest pockets , one stud inside pocket. Very short ! Labelled 44
Sturgis (vented) Labelled "L". 2 zippered inside pockets. 2 Open handwarmer pockets.
Sturgis is appreciably longer than both Comet variants
The 'roomiest" to wear is the Sturgis, neatest is the perforated Comet

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How short is short Bawheid?how's retirement suiting you,say hello to the gang.
 

TartuWolf

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Tartu, Estonia
I am putting a limit on the Vanson Collection.

Vanson Model AR black
Vanson Model AR brown
Vanson Model AR Beige with cool dragon on back.
Vanson Model B Black
Vanson Model C2 Black
Vanson Model F Dark Brown
Vanson Model E Black
Vanson Model E Dark Brown
Vanson Model J Black
Vanson Model J Tan
Vanson Model pj27 Black
Vanson continental chopper (Red lining)
Vanson manx
Vanson manx perforated
Vanson Swedish police Black
Vanson Cycle King 2020 production Medium,
Vanson Cycle King 2022 production Large
Vanson Cycle King 2020 production NIB Large (for Trade)
Vanson Cycle King 2004 production NIB
Vanson peforated vest Black and light brown

Big boy gives the sniff of approval.

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Please show the dark brown model E
 

Mankohouse

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Is the 46 c a c2?
I want a vanson c2, I wear a 46 in most Vansons, does the C2 fit true to size. It also looks short.
I understand that the C2 has a shorter length versus C so I believe this is a C2. The length down the back measured 24.5” from base of collar. At 5’9” 200# it’s a tad bit roomy.
 

Bawheid

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How short is short Bawheid?how's retirement suiting you,say hello to the gang.
The second photo in the previous post shows the length difference and where they would sit Re your waist.
Sturgis is to the rear, the Comet lying on top, shoulders of both parallel and in line as best I could.
Sturgis is at least 2 inches or 5 cm longer. Plus it has "elasticated" sections in the waistband.
I wear the perforated Comet more often , and on "hot" days 32C+
On cooler days it's actually too cool on the move so you have to judge the daily temperature correctly.

Here are "fit pics" of the Comet in Firenze leather. Bought new in Australia from a motorcycle shop retailer.
Shows the length and how it sits Re your beltline. Stock Vanson production off the shelf 44". No customisation.

With the "ziptight" sleeves they make good riding jackets. All of mine are unarmoured.
Vanson Comet fitpic 1.jpg
Vanson Comet fitpic 2.jpg
Vanson Comet fitpic 3.jpg
 
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unhatted

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Location
UK
Any idea what sort of leather this E is? Sellers says it’s early 2000s. Tempted despite the £££ as these rarely come up in my size this side of the pond but I’m not a huge fan of tea-core…

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Peter Mackin

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glasgow
Is comp weight not usually aniline? It’s by no means cheap, but probably my only non-Japan source for a 36…
I'm not sure,that's why I said I suspect:),,
I have 4 "real" competition weight jackets, and my latest chopper competition weight,nothing like the old stuff, nice,but shouldn't be called c/w.
 

Mickiemac

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249
Location
Earf
The C indeed has a longer length than the C2.This is my C in brown, according to Vanson dated around 1989, in size 44 with quilted liner.
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Great looking Vanson in a very unique color. BTW, do you have a reference for the jeans w/the lower patch pockets? Very interesting - thanks for your participation.
 

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