Simmons Bilt

[den1mhead]

Agree with the above, size down [emoji106]

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[Niro]

thanks guys!

I will try to return it. 

[steelworker]

When it breaks in it'll be awesome!

But I defer to the above opinions.

[Niro]

They have kindly agreed to sell it for me through their outlet, so if anyone is interested in buying it then that's where it will be.

Gonna take a big hit in the pocket 

[xtcclassic]

My replacement has arrived. Much better fit I think…

[tmg]

That's a great fit [emoji106]

[Dion]

Perfect fit, indeed! Great jacket!

[Appfaff]

Ok. Finally decided my next big purchase will be a SB leather jacket and wanted to get some of your thoughts on the different leather options.

Options I am looking at:  Burgundy Hoween Warhawk FQHH / Shinki Chocolate / Horween Chromexel Steerhide Brown

I love the Burgundy and the fact that it will essentially match everything, however, not sure I should go a more classic route and get a brown or chocolate offering. I know Black is out contention because I simply would not wear it as much.

Thoughts on those you you that have any of these offerings in a SB jacket?

Thanks!

[Giles]

I would seriously consider Clayton…...

[Appfaff]

@Giles:

I would seriously consider Clayton…...

So if I understand the (new to me) terminology - Clayton gives the best of both worlds. I can get the Burgundy FQHH in a Veg tan leather that is only slightly less thick than the Warhawk and about the same as Shinki?

[Giles]

That's about it.  @Sam  has a Clayton café in black, it's a beaut….... And the Shinki (called variously, Shitsi and Stinki in Japan, that's how much it is "revered") is like USD160 more for the same jacket.....

[Niro]

Great fit, looks really good! @xtcclassic

[Appfaff]

@Giles:

That's about it.  @Sam  has a Clayton café in black, it's a beaut….... And the Shinki (called variously, Shitsi and Stinki in Japan, that's how much it is "revered") is like USD160 more for the same jacket.....

well that quickly made my choice…  and the words "Water repellent" describing the Clayton leather helps me a bit as well. Thanks!

[Anesthetist]

Much better fit Xtc.

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[zatenm]

Pretty much perfect @xtcclassic !
Congrats Sir…..

[EvilTwin]

@Appfaff, since you were looking for an IHAL-01, keep in mind that the IH sizes are lower than the Alexander / Simmons Bilt sizes to maintain consistency. So, an XL IHAL-01 would correspond to a Simmons Bilt 44 rather than a 42. ( @Giles, am I understanding that correctly?)

[Giles]

You are, but in all probability I think I'll be sorting @Appfaff out with a custom jacket, so sizing will be bespoke…..

[EvilTwin]

Oh cool, way to go!

[xtcclassic]

@Appfaff:

Ok. Finally decided my next big purchase will be a SB leather jacket and wanted to get some of your thoughts on the different leather options.

Options I am looking at:  Burgundy Hoween Warhawk FQHH / Shinki Chocolate / Horween Chromexel Steerhide Brown

I love the Burgundy and the fact that it will essentially match everything, however, not sure I should go a more classic route and get a brown or chocolate offering. I know Black is out contention because I simply would not wear it as much.

Thoughts on those you you that have any of these offerings in a SB jacket?

Thanks!

Mine is the chromexcel steerhide. This is the first real leather jacket I've owned, so this is the only leather that I have any experience with. It's a beautiful leather no doubt, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it. Just know that it is very heavy and fairly stiff although not as stiff as the horsehide from what I hear. It does seem like it will break in in a reasonable amount of time. Regardless, a slim fitting jacket in this leather may not be for everyone, so it may depend on the cut. That Clayton horsehide sure looks nice for a lighter option.

[Appfaff]

@Sam would it be too much to request a photo of your SB Cafe Racer?

Many Thanks!