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    IHJ-128-BLK - Japanese Horsehide Double Motorcycle Jacket - Black

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    • 68degreesorless6
      68degreesorless
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      How does the veg tan leather on this one compare to the chrome tan leather on the ihj 35/54?

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      • AdamJA
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        @68degreesorless The leather on this jacket is a little more grainy and doesn't have the smooth face that the IHJ-35/54 has, as is to be expected with the different tanning processes

        Both have a considerable heft, not seen this latest leather put through it's paces yet so keen to see how it turns out

        The devil is in the detail..

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        • 68degreesorless6
          68degreesorless
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          Thanks @AdamJ

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          • SteveS
            Steve
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            @Rusty sorry for the delay, hope this helps

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              Rusty
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              Looks great

              Thanks!

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              • SmiladonS
                Smiladon
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                Well had a wild hair up my ass tonight and ordered this jacket! The measurements were just too perfect.
                I have an amazing Fine Creek asymmetrical horsehide jacket and I love it but just wish the sleeves were longer. This IH one should fit perfectly 🤞
                Soooo excited. From the moment I saw these rider style collarless jackets I fell madly in love with their style. And I had a IHJ-64 that I’m still kicking myself for selling.
                Pics when I get it.
                Too bad spring is quickly coming to an end.

                “Life is too short to be taken seriously.”
                -me
                IG = 6foot7ifitmatters

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                • akmuA
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                  Hey Guys,
                  I'm Akash, originally from India but currently residing in Germany. Let me share a bit about myself. I have a deep passion for motorcycles, particularly those of British and Japanese origin. My favorite brands include Norton, Triumph, and Honda. I have a penchant for classic styles, hence my fondness for the former two brands. Leather jackets have always been a part of my wardrobe, and I have quite a collection. I've always admired the craftsmanship of Iron Heart and desired a Japanese-made horsehide leather jacket. Initially, I considered options from freewheelers, and Real McCoy's due to their History and Shinki stuff, but ultimately settled on Iron Heart. During a visit to IH Hamburg, I stumbled upon the IHJ-128 jacket and instantly fell in love with it. The staff at the store were helpful, although I forgot to ask for the name of the person assisting me. While the price was steep, the quality of the jacket justified it. I also tried on some Simmons Bilt jackets, but wasn't satisfied with the finish. Despite some confusion regarding the sizing (the tag indicates size L, but the number on the jacket suggests medium which is 40), I decided to make the purchase. Horsehide leather tends to require a break-in period, and this jacket is notably heavy. Now, I'm unsure about how it fits me. I've taken some photos and would appreciate any suggestions on the fit. My apologies if this isn't the appropriate forum for such inquiries.
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                  • GilesG
                    Giles
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                    Hi Akash, I think that is a size too large

                    "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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                    • goosehdG
                      goosehd
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                      @akmu I agree with Giles in that the jacket is too large in size for you. You may want to size down one or maybe even 2 sizes.

                      Also size 40 is L

                      Here are the sizes and corresponding numbers:

                      Small 36
                      Med 38
                      Large 40
                      XL 42
                      XXL 44

                      "I don't give a shit what anyone else is doing, we will do what is best for us and our customers" - Giles P. :)

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                      • GilesG
                        Giles
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                        Oops sorry. missed the tagsize question....

                        "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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                        • akmuA
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                          Thanks guys.Then I dont have a choice but to return this and opt for another brand as they dont have medium size unortunately

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                          • Fades for futureF
                            Fades for future
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                            @akmu just order at Iron Heart directly, they have 4 Mediums in stock👍

                            https://www.ironhearteu.com/jackets/IHJ-128-BLK.html#/572-colour-black/830-size-m

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                            • goosehdG
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                              @akmu You might want to look at size small as well. The jacket you have on, is very large on you.

                              "I don't give a shit what anyone else is doing, we will do what is best for us and our customers" - Giles P. :)

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                              • akmuA
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                                Thanks for the suggestion guys. I have returned my jacket to Iron heart Hamburg ( Germany ) and awaiting for the refund and was told I can order it by myself on iron heart europe. Also another qtn, in the above pics my shoulders are perfect but everything else is a bit large like the sleeves. if I opt for the size M, what if the jacket gets too small at the shoulders ?confused now.

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                                • EzaE
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                                  can this be ordered with the sleeves altered they seem long in every picture I have seen....

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                                  • T4920T
                                    T4920
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                                    @Eza no, IH do not offer sleeve alterations.

                                    Sleeves are long by design due to the the jacket being designed for bikers, as sleeves can ride up when riding a bike.

                                    @akmu I think medium shoulder would look better, but sadly sometimes you have to accept that a certain garment/brand may not be cut in a way that suits your body type.

                                    I tried numerous brands before finding IH fit me perfectly (generally in size large, but once you become acquainted with your own measurements, it makes picking out appropriate sizes based on the charts much easier)

                                    “𝑁𝑒𝑣𝑒𝑟 𝑙𝑒𝑡 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑓𝑢𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒 𝑑𝑖𝑠𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑏 𝑦𝑜𝑢. 𝑌𝑜𝑢 𝑤𝑖𝑙𝑙 𝑚𝑒𝑒𝑡 𝑖𝑡, 𝑖𝑓 𝑦𝑜𝑢 ℎ𝑎𝑣𝑒 𝑡𝑜, 𝑤𝑖𝑡ℎ 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑠𝑎𝑚𝑒 𝑤𝑒𝑎𝑝𝑜𝑛𝑠 𝑜𝑓 𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑠𝑜𝑛 𝑤ℎ𝑖𝑐ℎ 𝑡𝑜𝑑𝑎𝑦 𝑎𝑟𝑚 𝑦𝑜𝑢 𝑎𝑔𝑎𝑖𝑛𝑠𝑡 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑝𝑟𝑒𝑠𝑒𝑛𝑡.”

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                                    • EzaE
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                                      @T4920 Been riding for years all my jackets finish at the break of the wrist to show a full hand and the inner liner cuff acts as a buffer so the sleeves won't ride up, I don't like the look of the sleeves being almost at the knuckles reason I was asking thanks for your answer!

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                                      • B
                                        Buckeye
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                                        Also with Horsehide I imagine the sleeves will shorten 1 to 1.5 inches when the creasing sets in

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                                        • SmiladonS
                                          Smiladon
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                                          Oh yes, she will be mine.

                                          “Life is too short to be taken seriously.”
                                          -me
                                          IG = 6foot7ifitmatters

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                                          • ghostlyparsleyG
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                                            Does anyone know the thickness of the leather on this jacket? Normally it's listed in details, e.g. 1.3 mm, but with this one it's not.

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