IHJ-35-BLK - Japanese Horsehide Rider’s Jacket - Black (Tea-Core Dyed)

[popvulture]

@myk1098 I think yours looks really killer. I feel like these jackets need a good bit of wear before they start looking nicely worn, which is why I was wondering. I’ve had mine for at least two years (maybe three?) and there’s still no teacore showing anywhere. Granted I have a couple other leather jackets, so it’s not like I’m giving it a ton of punishment. I have managed to get the shine tamed a decent bit (these things are crazy shiny when new), but I’m gonna try to make it my main jacket this winter so it’s got a better chance. We’ll see what happens!

[myk1098]

@sloanranger perfect fit, it should loosen up with wear , keeper…

[myk1098]

@popvulture

Tho the jacket is pretty clean- I wiped it with alcohol wipes when i first got it and cleaned it inside and out, just an OCD thing as i am the second owner of the jacket, i guess it lessen the shine.

[weftyarn]

@myk1098 dude you aced the fit! Trim fit on a cafe racer over a tee is just perfection

[myk1098]

@weftyarn Thanks Brother, tho the fit is perfect i still think the sleeves are a tad bit long , an inch less will be perfection, maybe i am just comparing it to my other jacket, but its all good .

5”10 , 160lbs , 40inch chest and this Ironheart jacket is size 36

[weftyarn]

@myk1098 sleeves will come up a bit, not many creases on your jacket yet from what I see

[Mindfulbiscuit]

@Dork-in-Denim looks just right to me

[kojimastreets]

@Dork-in-Denim Looks killer to me!

[myk1098]

Perfect weather for a leather

[twin]

@myk1098 Like this look. Fit is right on.

[kojimastreets]

@myk1098 killer

[myk1098]

@twin Thanks brother, Cheers

[myk1098]

@kojimastreets Thanks brother, cheers

[myk1098]

Spending more time with the IHJ-35 since its been rainy and cold these past couple weeks, these looks better with age.

[myk1098]

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[TeflonDon]

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.

[weftyarn]

Awesome and suits you well @TeflonDon
Enjoy the ride

[TeflonDon]

Thank you @weftyarn

Your pics in the IHJ 54 thread were really helpful for my decision to take the plunge.

I got to wear it around the city today - family trip to the theater, and then dinner in Tivoli. The weather was around 10 degrees (celcius), and it started raining lightly in the evening. The jacket was perfect for that my initial impression is that it is actually quite suited for Copenhagen weather being wind proof, water repellant, somewhat (but not overly) insulating and actually (despite its heavyness) breathable.

Only downside so far: This could become another expensive habit…

[TeflonDon]

Took the horse for a ride. I’m repeating myself, but I really like the construction of this jacket. I find it quite comfortable while driving, and this is comming from someone who generally throws his jackets in the trunk. I rally hate feeling restricted behind the wheel.