@neph93:

@madsdrastrup:

My idea was to get the same aesthetic as the original m65 with the exposed zippers

Ah, I understand.

Haraki-san tends to modernise original designs. It is hard to know exactly why, but often the updates add functionality or have an application or a benefit to the motorcycle rider. Alternatively they could be to create an aesthetic he prefers.

The sum result differentiates IH from the repro brands like RMC and to a degree Alpha Ind. Nothing to stop the owner making changes though. I’d be interested to see how it goes.

I had a tailor take off the piece of fabric hiding the zipper. I got to keep the fabric piece that was taken out, so it's 100 % reversible, if I ever regret my decision. Personally, I really like that the zipper is exposed, just like the old M65 jackets. It's a bit more rugged, military aesthetic I guess. Haven't used my 80's Alpha Industries M65 since I got this one.

It's an awesome jacket.

@neph93:

@madsdrastrup:

My idea was to get the same aesthetic as the original m65 with the exposed zippers

Ah, I understand.

Haraki-san tends to modernise original designs. It is hard to know exactly why, but often the updates add functionality or have an application or a benefit to the motorcycle rider. Alternatively they could be to create an aesthetic he prefers.

The sum result differentiates IH from the repro brands like RMC and to a degree Alpha Ind. Nothing to stop the owner making changes though. I’d be interested to see how it goes.

I had a tailor take off the piece of fabric hiding the zipper. I got to keep the fabric piece that was taken out, so it's 100 % reversible, if I ever regret my decision. Personally, I really like that the zipper is exposed, just like the old M65 jackets. It's a bit more rugged, military aesthetic I guess. Haven't used my 80's Alpha Industries M65 since I got this one.

It's an awesome jacket.

My idea was to get the same aesthetic as the original m65 with the exposed zippers

Hi all!

I've been loving my IHM-27 since I got it in October, as I wanted to substitute my old vintage Alpha Industries M65 with something a little more up to modern standards.

One thing I've been missing on my Iron Heart is the visible zipper in the collar. I'm thinking of altering mine at the tailors and removing the thin fabric strip that hides the zipper. Should be an easy job. Did anybody else do something like this?