IHJ-35-BLK - Japanese Horsehide Rider’s Jacket - Black (Tea-Core Dyed)
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@Dork-in-Denim looks just right to me
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@Dork-in-Denim Looks killer to me!
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@kojimastreets Thanks brother, cheers
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So I got my first horsehide jacket:
A reloved Selfedge version - not because of a preference for that version (though I do like the lining), but because it had the best measurements I came across in my search (thanks to Bailey for remeasuring the shoulders).
Is pretty damn great! I’m super happy with the fit - the arms are a tad long as expected and I’ve got room in the shoulders, but otherwise it’s a fairly snug fit without it being too tight.And I’m really pleasantly surprised with the mobility it allows. The construction of the shoulders mean that I have full mobility in the arms despite the heavy leather. I can even get my arms above my head without the jacket creeping up high on my body.
My wife came home just when I was trying it on for the first time. Noticing the robustness of the hide her first reaction was “but can you ride a bicycle in it?”
To which I could happily reply “Indeed!” In fact I think it’ll be more comfortable on the bike than my old well worn denim jacket.I Can’t wait to take it out tomorrow.
