Classic leather jackets

[Ratti]

Found this site. Lovely looking gear if anyone is interested.
http://www.uswings.com/motorcycle.asp

[Paul in NZ]

They aint cheap are they? Gleep....

[slofox]

They aint cheap are they? Gleep....

I have a Jet Leathers "Sturgis" jacket that is modelled along classic lines. I never wear it - would sell it for $200...(cost me over $500) :whistle:

[Maha]

...would you wear these jackets under your real one?

[jaffaonajappa]

...would you wear these jackets under your real one?

+1.

Might as well wear Lycra and Rubber....if your into that kinda thing. form(sic) over function.

[Ratti]

You'd have to ask what weight of leather they used, but probably no worse than some of what comes across my table. For some, looks are EVERYTHING! and if you're into old bikes, then it's nice to have gear to match your bike. We not all sprotbunnies

[blue rider]

Found this site. Lovely looking gear if anyone is interested.
http://www.uswings.com/motorcycle.asp


I was given a rather nice looking leather jacket, that seems to be a bit moldy ...

how to clean the lovely thing?

[wysper]

I have a Jet Leathers "Sturgis" jacket that is modelled along classic lines. I never wear it - would sell it for $200...(cost me over $500) :whistle:

what size is it slo?

[Quasievil]

nice stuff, expensive by the time you get it here though I would think, I can make any of those designs $650 to your door :yes:

[pete-blen]

I have one very simular to those...
open neck / angled pocket zips etc
but the belts gone...
A bit tight these days... must have shrunk
though lack of use..

Think it cost about $70/80 notes back in the
late 70s..

Pete

[HenryDorsetCase]

I love this stuff. I completely lust after the Schott "Captain America" Jacket.

I love Belstaff too, though I sold my vintage Trialmaster. I've got a Black Prince (Albert) jacket I wear all the time.

Great site, thanks for that.

I'd like some jeans from these guys (those Iron Heart ones) but no way can I afford them:

http://www.selfedge.com/

yep, I'm a hipster douche fashion victim.

[HenryDorsetCase]

nice stuff, expensive by the time you get it here though I would think, I can make any of those designs $650 to your door :yes:

dont take this the wrong way, but it just isn't the same.

[Ratti]

I was given a rather nice looking leather jacket, that seems to be a bit moldy ...

how to clean the lovely thing?

Wipe it over with baby wipes for a start then gently heat it and soak it with a leather waterproofing gunk. Lots of brands around. have a search through the gear thread , there have been several options put forward. Word of warning, mold and age both weaken thread. it may be that the jacket is not one to trust your precious skin with should the unthinkable happen


nice stuff, expensive by the time you get it here though I would think, I can make any of those designs $650 to your door :yes:

I wondered about that. they do seem blimmin pricey for what they are, even in US dollars.


I have one very simular to those...
open neck / angled pocket zips etc
but the belts gone...
A bit tight these days... must have shrunk
though lack of use..

Think it cost about $70/80 notes back in the
late 70s..

Pete

Bugger, shame that leather shrinks that way. I had a classic biker jacket back in the day..cost me all of $50 from Hunters and Collectors in AK. Great jacket, well worn in, comfy as. sigh, not like the beast I have now.

[slofox]

what size is it slo?

The size stamp is a little blurred (read "very") but I think it's XXL - saying that, I'm no giant but I wore it for about six months and didn't drown in it. You'd be more than welcome to try it if you wanted.

[Voltaire]

I've got a Belstaff Trialmaster....but despite its classic looks I leave it and my Mike Hailwood replica pudding bowl in the wardrobe.

I'd like one of these for the Darmah...
http://www.ducati.ms/forums/attachments/gear/70534d1276642678-ducati-meccanica-old-times-jacket-dscf1190.jpg

[blue rider]

wipe it with baby wipes......OK

heat it???? soak it in waterproofing gunk?????:scratch:
what about the inside lining, which seems to be most affected?

would not use it for riding, well not on the little transformer anyways....the styles would just clash.
But its nice looking, made in NZ (always good) and has no other fault that i can find.

will have to get some leathers made for my full license, which should occur next year....Emma Peel inspired. until then its Cordura.

[Ratti]

turn your jacket inside out, hang it on a clothes hanger in the sun and spray the lining liberally with vodka. yes, really. Kills the mold, won't damage anything.

Once that's sorted, turn it leathersideout again. Heat it in front of a heater or with a hand held hair drier, coat it with gunk and hang it up to dry. repeat until it won't absorb any more gunk. Buff off the excess with old towels.

Go to a hunting/fishing shop, tramping/camping shop or bike shop. Plenty of products to choose from

[HenryDorsetCase]

wipe it with baby wipes......OK

heat it???? soak it in waterproofing gunk?????:scratch:
what about the inside lining, which seems to be most affected?

would not use it for riding, well not on the little transformer anyways....the styles would just clash.
But its nice looking, made in NZ (always good) and has no other fault that i can find.

will have to get some leathers made for my full license, which should occur next year....Emma Peel inspired. until then its Cordura.

Emma Peel you say?

do post pics wont you. I'll put on my suit and bowler and bring the Bentley round. We'll go kick badguy arse!

[Ocean1]

how to clean the lovely thing?


Wipe it over with baby wipes for a start

Baby wipes... *snigger*

Tell her the proper way. You need to piss in it and then leave it outside your tent overnight. In the morning it'll be perfect.

[Nat]

Back on topic, I found this site: Silvermans from the UK. They have some pretty nice looking stuff but some of the prices are sky high!

http://www.silvermans.co.uk/Products/tabid/54/Department/MotorCycle/id/3/Default.aspx

Not sure why but I'd feel slightly more comfortable buying from the UK than 'merica, maybe because bikers in the states SEEM to be more about looks than safety.

[wysper]

The size stamp is a little blurred (read "very") but I think it's XXL - saying that, I'm no giant but I wore it for about six months and didn't drown in it. You'd be more than welcome to try it if you wanted.

Thanks Mr Fox, I will be in touch some time and maybe get you to bring it to your work and I will stop in on the way home. But I will PM you first. I don't really have the spare cash at the moment for another leather jacket :gob:

[slofox]

Thanks Mr Fox, I will be in touch some time and maybe get you to bring it to your work and I will stop in on the way home. But I will PM you first. I don't really have the spare cash at the moment for another leather jacket :gob:

Sure - just let me know. It languishes in the wardrobe at present and glares :angry: at me for abandoning it in favour of Qmoto gear...

[Quasi]

Haha - i have the nz version of the schott perfecto, which fell off the back of a truck via a dodgy mate. Was my first leather motorcycle jacket,oh so many years ago. Languished in my wardrobe for several lifetimes, i tried to sell on trademe for $50, no takers. My daughters discovered it about 18months ago. It did the rounds with them as the latest fashion item. Fashion changed,its now back in my wardrobe. The leather is still as soft and supple as the day i got it.
I'm so pleased it never sold - so many motorcycling memories bonded into it. May have to see if I can squeeze into it again one day, that shrinkage problem sure is a worry:facepalm:

[blue rider]

turn your jacket inside out, hang it on a clothes hanger in the sun and spray the lining liberally with vodka. yes, really. Kills the mold, won't damage anything.

Once that's sorted, turn it leathersideout again. Heat it in front of a heater or with a hand held hair drier, coat it with gunk and hang it up to dry. repeat until it won't absorb any more gunk. Buff off the excess with old towels.

Go to a hunting/fishing shop, tramping/camping shop or bike shop. Plenty of products to choose from



spray with Vodka.... i'd rather:drinkup:,but if it kills the mold :innocent:

thanks for your help, much appreciated. It is a nice jacket!

[Kickaha]

spray with Vodka.... i'd rather:drinkup:,but if it kills the mold :innocent:

You could drink the vodka and then piss on the jacket

[Ratti]

Baby wipes... *snigger*

Tell her the proper way. You need to piss in it and then leave it outside your tent overnight. In the morning it'll be perfect.

remind me not to get pissed with you dude!

[Ocean1]

remind me not to get pissed with you dude!

Why the prejudicial distinction? you get pissed with all the other boys.

Just make sure you’ve got the rubber gear on, eh?

[blue rider]

Emma Peel you say?

do post pics wont you. I'll put on my suit and bowler and bring the Bentley round. We'll go kick badguy arse!


Let me indulge you

[blue rider]

My vodka rubbed leather jacket...... :innocent: :love:

before n after

thanks ratti!

[oldrider]

turn your jacket inside out, hang it on a clothes hanger in the sun and spray the lining liberally with vodka. yes, really. Kills the mold, won't damage anything.

Once that's sorted, turn it leathersideout again. Heat it in front of a heater or with a hand held hair drier, coat it with gunk and hang it up to dry. repeat until it won't absorb any more gunk. Buff off the excess with old towels.

That's what Mrs O/r does with me and I come up a real treat, doesn't last though damn it! :facepalm: (Sigh, the best bit for me is the Vodka spray and buffing off the extra!)

[Ratti]

Why the prejudicial distinction? you get pissed with all the other boys.

Just make sure you’ve got the rubber gear on, eh?

Hey, all you had to do was ask and I'll invite you to the next one at Chez Ratti's. Apart from that, rumours should not always be believed :innocent:


My vodka rubbed leather jacket...... :innocent: :love:

before n after

thanks ratti!

You're welcome, sounds silly, but it's how I clean my heavily blinged dance bras when they get yukky.


That's what Mrs O/r does with me and I come up a real treat, doesn't last though damn it! :facepalm: (Sigh, the best bit for me is the Vodka spray and buffing off the extra!)

I'm sure it's the best bit for her too Oldy :drinkup:

[HenryDorsetCase]

"dance bras"

the mind boggles.

[Ratti]

lol, Tribal bellydance. WIll get around to posting a pic one day.

[diablo]

there's a place in Onehunga Auckland, on the main strip.. cheap classic jackets..

[Quasievil]

cheap classic jackets..

:facepalm:Goody they must be bargin filled with quality and specification.