Wildfang Design Visit

[Liam_Og]

They quote you depending on the projects, I'd say within the Japanese brands we discuss here.

Thanks. Some of the belts in @Monitor photos look nice, as do the ones on their website. Might inquire.

 

[Liam_Og]

Thanks. Some of the belts in @Monitor photos look nice, as do the ones on their website. Might inquire.

Actually, I can make out a few prices upon closer inspection. 120-190 by the look of it which is reasonable.

 

[photo2u]

And next the biker jacket

Wasn't a good idea to keep the phone in the pocket lol

Love those Riris. What a jacket.

 

[jchance]

Not a fan of their humongous metal buttons but this is the best B3 I’ve ever seen.

 

[Harris HTM]

Not a fan of their humongous metal buttons but this is the best B3 I’ve ever seen.

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It looks nice but except for being shearling it has nothing to do with a b3

 

[Zoro]

Agreed, not a B3, but still cool. I like this one too:

And they also have this one that...

...that reminds me of this:

 

[mihai]

Agreed, not a B3, but still cool. I like this one too:

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First pic jacket looks to be inspired by Luftwaffe Kanal sheepskin jacket.

 

[ProfG]

Believe it or not, this jacket was not ordered because of the thickness of the leather. Examining thick hides is always interesting and enjoyable, even more so when told that they can be used for a jacket. But thick leather abounds, unique and interesting leathers are rare.

There's a reassuring and uplifting quality, perhaps a confidence boost, in having an extra layer of thick skin safeguarding against the elements and potential injuries. My initial encounter with thick leather occurred during my teenage years with a heavy cowhide perfecto. Subsequently, using a purpose-made German motorcycle suit that made me feel safer on the road. The stability it brought also lessened the sense of speed on the motorbike. Not sure if that is safer overall lol

Fast forward much later, I discovered CXL and cardboard stiff like leather. Sure, it made you feel like ******s would bounce of your leather armour, or that you would emerge unscathed out of a traffic accident while the car would be a write off. All good and fun but wearing a straitjacket can get tiring as quite a few members here found out.

Apologies for the lengthy detour, but this jacket prompted contemplation about the hobby in general and our collective experiences.

To somewhat get back on topic, I have had very thick jackets, the thickest being the anthracite moosehide I sourced with Carlos. It is about 2.2mm thick, very soft which results in a garment that embraces you like… I could become very poetic here, but I will leave it to you to fill the comparison in any way you see fit. It is a great feeling.

2.2mm is supposedly between 5 and 6oz that supposedly end game number for some… why do numbers matter here?

Quite a few people believe that a 90% cocoa chocolate bar is better than a 70% one… without looking at the type of bean or its origin. That is the power of marketing, make the meaningless meaningful and the meaningful meaningless in people’s minds.

I seem to be rambling more than usual as I write this…

Anyway, for the numbers obsessed, the leather in this jacket is over 3mm but under 4mm, leaning closer to the latter. It was measured properly when we were looking at the hides, but frankly I forgot the exact number and, in any case, Wildfang has crafted jackets with even thicker hides, surpassing the fabled 6oz goal of a former member with all the associated drama.

The allure of this leather lies in its tanning process, a traditional German cod liver oil tanning. The unique finish, evident in the accompanying pictures, truly reveals itself when handled. What elevates the jacket is not just the leather but also the pattern. Surprisingly comfortable and easy to move in, coupled with immaculate construction and meticulous quality control checking every stitch, this jacket is undeniably something special and unique.

This is a size 14 zipper, biggest I have ever used.

I really like tthis pattern

For those wondering the jacket is 3.92kg / 8.65 lbs.

Absolutely stunning leather! Do you happen to recall how much this cost?