IHJ-35-BLK - Japanese Horsehide Rider’s Jacket - Black (Tea-Core Dyed)
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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.
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Awesome and suits you well @TeflonDon
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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…
