@@michaelgentile6418 always a good choice!

@@EscapxeClips he’s going but he’s not sure where 😂

Hey I’m 5’9” 175. My typical go-to size is 40, going to try sizing down to 38 for the C2

Hah yeah, their site photos unfortunately don’t capture the excellence

@@lesfideles3554 I have been considering getting a size down on the Milwaukee and wearing it in for a month to see how it goes

Hey man! It’s a 40. I wear a 40 in the 618. I think the 38 will be great, fingers crossed

I’ve had several Vansons and each has been well made and super robust. Just getting the fit down between models can take some time.

The big arms will settle some, I think they could also lose an inch or so which would help with the bunching. Torso from front is indeed pretty good looking but the back has a lot of extra. Pretty sure a 38 with maybe some sleeve shortening will be perfect, I hope so

Thanks Willy! Yes I’m really not sure, though it’s hard to convey all the nuance in a quick reel. With breaking in some of the oversized look may settle, or the jacket may stretch and look bigger? I’m hoping the 38 will be just right and answer the question decisively

@@karolpofficial9307 which do you recommend?

@@StolenAlias oh I could see that. Even tan might be more widely acceptable?

@@DudsByDel true, a dark on dark doesn’t look good mixed unless it’s the same color.

@@nikg6976 that’s been my impression too! Have heard a lot of good things but I’m always open to hearing contrary opinions

@@arkadatta1996 hey Arka! I don’t have any red jackets. Lewis Leathers famously has jackets in a wide variety of colors, including red. I’m sure there are some others out there!

@@ibbjos08 completely understandable! To me it’s a jacket that makes sense in a particular context. My own purchases have often tended towards used, including several Vansons.

Haha yeah I understand. They do change A LOT! Wonder if they’ll slow down when they’re happier with the end product?

@@DudsByDel I wouldn't mind if they keep changing as long as they're improvements and not just superficial.

@@AndresCuervoArt I had the jacket for a year. I mention that I bought it used etc

@@DudsByDelno pun intended, just thought 💭 it would be awesome for you to do this process with a new one the experience is completely different

@@AndresCuervoArt yes I would actually love to do that! Have been considering doing it with a 613s or 613sh

@@chris101gray3 was the Schott jacket new? There was a period in the 80s where they used some cheap components. Depending on the brand you can indeed find some cheap robust jackets, Branded Garments comes to mind but there are others. Yes Vanson makes great motorcycle gear. Their jackets can be nice off the bike but folks have to be ready for a significant break in…and for some people their “bike ready” focus is too much. I’ve had several Vansons, the Comet was my favorite. Currently working on getting a C2 with the rayon lining.

@@DudsByDel The Perfecto was a 90's era one, in barely worn NOS condition. The flared gussets under the sleeve zippers were also vinyl, this was something Schott did with their Perfectos in this period. I have owned many no name brand similar style jackets over the years who never took such a shortcut. Vinyl as you likely know cracks and deteriorates, exposing it's woven backing which looks terrible and cheap. I was so disappointed to discover this in my Perfecto, not to mention realising just how wafer thin the leather used in the rest of the jacket was. I love a leather jacket to feel substantial and purpose built, not fast fashion which is basically what the Schott Perfecto is. Actually falling off a bike, the perfecto would offer little to no protection between you and a road surface. People buy them for the name, for their American heritage, but this does not mean at all that they are a good quality when compared to the many other makes out there at a much lower price. Having owned a Perfecto I honestly cannot understand the love for them as in my experience it was the lightest and cheapest made biker jacket I ever owned. Fortunately I was able to flip it for close to what I paid for it and grab a Vanson instead which is far and above a better jacket in every conceivable way. Definitely grab a Vanson C2! They like all Vansons are heirloom quality. You will never look at another jacket again!

@@ediah5 you can use a white vinegar and water mixture. Some folks use ozone machine with good effect. If it’s only been two weeks you should be able to return it right? They have 30 day window

@@DudsByDel I’m afraid that if I return it that the replacement jacket won’t be as good a fit as this one is, I mean it fits and looks great on me… I’m 6’3 270 lbs… it’s difficult finding a good fitting leather jacket for me… the smell has subsided some but not entirely… I’ll try the home remedies and see how that works out.

Yes I agree, effective marketing is based on emotion- in this case aspiration for a particular kind of cool. Nothing wrong with that, I just find it doesn’t always land for me

@@patricio3841 weight matters but so does weight distribution. For example my Cal Leather jacket is about 7 pounds and the weight disappears. I had several Aero jackets prior to this one that didn’t work for me due to comfort. This one does. The steerhide is more pliable than the horsehide, even it is heavy. And the cut works better for me.

@@fredguerra4917 appreciate it Fred!

@@arisfurqon9581 it’s a 40. I’m 5’9” 175 pounds with just over a 40” chest

@@nathaniziah nice! Plainsman is a cool design! What leather was it made in?

@DudsByDel It's front quarter horse hide. It's heavy but that's what I wanted, you really know you have it on! Agree with you on the zip, could do with being slightly bigger. It feels like it could break quite easily. Aero should offer a choice of either original or a larger one. Seems like an obvious change they could make.

@@JackCuthbert-up9em thanks Jack!

@@Romans5_3-4 why stop at one load?!

@@pie0507 if you like it, then great!

@@michaelgentile6418 this was last year, in New Orleans. October is a month that typically has a few cooler days down to the 60s or 70s but can still be quite warm on others

Yep sure is. I have two but would like more!

It’s pretty common with that part to make it that way. With more expensive hides wasting any usable section is much worse than with cheaper ones

I put foam into regular hangers!

@@DudsByDel 200 iq. I might ruin some of my fancy wooden coat hangers with grip tape for extra support

Thank you Marl! It’s been a lot easier to enjoy since the move!

Hey Gavin it’s from Pigeontree, this one: www.pigeontree.com/products/35mm-japanese-garrison-brass-belt-you-choose-the-leather?ktk=Yk9Wc09SLTg1ZjRkYjAwNGE4

Thanks Tony, my sentiment too