IHJ-49 - Split Steer Modified Type III Jacket - Black or Brown

[juicydeeluxe]

@Giles I’ve never worn a leather jacket before. I wasn’t sure if some snugness in the upper back/shoulder might be expected if extending out the arms to a 90 degree angle or there about or if this was an indication of an ill fitting jacket. I should’ve been more clear. It felt like a well fitting jacket otherwise.

[Giles]

The snugness may indicate that it is a tad small. Does it look good, feel good, if so it should be OK. Sizing up may make it feel a little better, but may just end up looking too large.? It's a very difficult question to answer with certainty.

[juicydeeluxe]

So I went back and was able to try on both the 44 and 42. I ended up leaving with the 42. The 42 fits great and even allows me to add a couple of layers if needed. The 44 was too roomy. Idk why I thought it was too tight when I last tried it on.

[goosehd]

@juicydeeluxe looks like a good fit to me! Did you end up buying it?

[juicydeeluxe]

@goosehd Yes, this one was 25% off because there was some black dye transferred to it from the black one hanging next to it. Got the black too lol

[Gunnar]

For anyone with this jacket and the N1, how does the sizing compare? I noticed Adam C and Graham wear an XL in this, but a L in the N1.

[Graham]

Hey Gunnar,

The N1 does indeed run a bit bigger so if you want to layer or button your J-49, you will want to look at 1 size larger than your N1. Same size will most likely only work open over a tee.

[Gunnar]

@Graham Thank you!

[Mister_Brue]

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[borosillykid]

@juicydeeluxe I have a brown one but was looking at black too, what are your thoughts on the black one since you have both?

[Transporter]

Killer jacket indeed. Upsized to XXL to layer and had the sleeves shortened 3” to better fit. Comfortable straight away. The jacket has a great drape to it, heavy and buttery soft, even a light shirt or t-shirt works as well.

[Mizmazzle]

@Transporter good on you, yeah!! Looks great. I had the sleeves shortened on mine too and it was a game changer.

[Transporter]

@Mizmazzle Thanks, brother. I actually kept the cuffs on after shortening on this one and glad I did. I can still wear my watches with it when unbuttoning the cuffs. On my J-64, I cut the cuffs away on that one but the horsehide is so different than this roughout so works out for both. Damn fine jacket this one--no break-in at all. Pretty awesome steerhide and construction too and the ever-important gun pockets. And of course painful fingers--hurts so good.

[borosillykid]

@Transporter I must have a newer one or something because mine has really nicely finished button holes and the buttons are like butter from brand new.

[Transporter]

@borosillykid Good on ya, mate. Mine is pretty new as well, bought a month ago. I actually don't mind the nice, tight specs. Much easier after only a few days with this one. My J-64 was one tight virgin for a few weeks.

[borosillykid]

@Transporter I bet that's a sick jacket though wow. I'm trying to decide if I want the black split steer too but I probably don't need it I have 8 IH jackets and my gf kinda said I'm cut off for the time being lol. Plus I have two OD jackets already so blacks kinda covered haha. I wish I had a horse hide to check out as I absolutely love a stiff firm jacket.

[Transporter]

@borosillykid Hahaha, hey gfs don't count! Tell her if and when you get married, she has a say. A man needs his jackets, jeans, boots, knives, tools, bikes, trucks, gear, toys of all varieties. Once you get married, far more complicated finding more space, for example, for those must-have, custom Viberg marbled black shell cordovan boots and Black Jack elephant boots that arrive in the same week. Ugh! When the wife sees them, I reply "these old things? Got them used from a guy on the boot forum." LOL

Having said that. Giles wasn't just marketing when he says that IH's chrome-tanned horsehide is the best he's found. Smells glorious and takes a serious lickin' as bikers would want and looks great. The J-64 is beast of a jacket armor with a great break-in that molds to the body like the 21 oz jeans. I also have the SB Blattwerk work jacket horsehide that smells like olives and velvety smooth and no break-in from day 1. Two totally different vibes.

[Transporter]

Oh another thing about the brown split steerhide. I wore it for a day with only a t-shirt, and noticed that after about 8 hours, a black ring around the collar. This material absorbs any oil (including natural sweat) readily. Best to give it a Saphir Super Invulner spray coat when you first get it if that would bother you.

[natefreezy]

@Mizmazzle How do you like / wear this compared to the 14oz 295? I know fairly different, I want both but need to prioritize and not sure what should be first!

[Mizmazzle]

@natefreezy well, they are two completely different garments with their own attributes.
The 295 is a shirt (albeit a pretty thick one and can definitely be used as a light jacket during the warmer months’ cooler evening) But I wear it like a shirt, often times with the split steer layered over it in the colder months.

The IHJ-49 split steer is a full on, heavy weight jacket. I’d say with a tee only it could live in the 50-65° range. Layered over a UHF I find it comfortable down to 32°. Of course this varies based on personal tolerances, but maybe gives you an idea.

Is this the type of info you’re looking for? They are both top tier in their respective categories for sure.