IHJ-49 - Split Steer Modified Type III Jacket - Black or Brown
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@Mizmazzle yeah I can also remember the sleeves were definitely long. My thoughts at the time were pretty much “this jacket is amazing, I’d much rather have it a bit more fitted and conforming to my body shape as it softens up” the XXL was definitely doable for me too by the way if I’d have been looking for a more vintage boxy fit. I was blown away by the leather and the weight of the thing, what a jacket! My impatience for the re-stock has me looking at the tea core horse hide type 3 but I always wonder whether I can pull off the shininess
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I take XL in most shirts but I'm closer to an XXL than an L, if you see what I mean. I have this in XL and it strikes the perfect balance. I can wear on or two layers under it. Another thing is that this jacket is considerably more robust than a denim type III, even a 21oz one. Thick, felled leather, and a lining, give it more bulk and structure. All in all, sizing down from shirt tag will likely be an error in most cases.
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Thanks fellas. All this advice has been heeded and greatly appreciated. I came upon a deal on a new, black, size large I could not pass up. I’ve been waffling for the last couple weeks and finally pulled the trigger in the wee hours of the night.
(Keep yours eyes peeled on the buy/sell thread for some new closet clearing posts to balance the universe for this purchase)
I can’t wait to see what this jacket feels like in hand. I’ve read every post in this thread thrice! But I still feel like I’m going to be completely surprised once I put it on for myself.
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@Mizmazzle I don't think so, or at least more than anything else that's black....the cowhide has a nice texture to it that might be more easily brushed off than something like suede.
But I don't have a furry dog to test this out with so someone may correct me!
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@jackbrochill hey thanks man. I appreciate the feedback. How you liking your jacket? Can’t wait to get mine!!
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@jackbrochill just noticed your selling yours in the buy/sell section.
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@Mizmazzle Yes but only because I'm opting for the sheepskin which fits me and fits in with my wardrobe better. Though I now have them side by side and it's extremely hard to not envy the rugged/heft of the steer. One of the best made pieces of anything I've ever encountered.
As long as it fits you, you can't go wrong with either one.
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@jackbrochill would it be too much to ask for a bit of a side by side comparison? How much lighter is the sheepskin?
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Hard to illustrate without feeling them since the only difference really is the material (the sizing is ever so slightly different but I think mainly the sleeves are shorter on the sheep and then the other fit differences are just from the thickness/pliability of the material).
As you’ll see when you get your steer, it’s pretty beefy. Total tank that will last forever. The sheep skin is more akin to regular suede. Definitely well made and not something you need to baby but I don’t think it’s something I would be able to just absent mindedly wear without being conscious of taking care of it either. Whether that’s the rain, spilled drinks on a bar table, or dirt/grime.
The steer also has a bit more of a shape/structure to it due to the leather, whereas the suede will be softer/more like a shirt jacket in drape. I think the difference here is purely a matter of preference, with the steer definitely more befitting of the biker/trucker aesthetic. I also think the steer will soften and wear in quite a bit over time and only improve with age but the suede might just stay as is for better or worse.
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@jackbrochill Great write up!! Thanks so much!!
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Split Steer landed yesterday!! What a jacket!! Love the weight of it. Love the fit!! Perfect for layering over a UHF…if only those sleeves weren’t so long.
In the easy chair with my boots on, melted whiskey in my hand. Could'na been asleep for more than three hours...time to go to work again...
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@Mizmazzle It looks crazy good on you brother! I'm happy you like it. Wear it with pride my man
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@Mizmazzle looks amazing mate
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@Mizmazzle
I think you could even size down .
Sleeves are really long
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@Daniel-San I hear ya. When I wear it over a regular shirt the body and shoulders are spot on. I wouldn’t want that to change. Over a tee it’s a bit over sized. But I’ll be wearing it over shirts most of the time. I’ll post some pics in a bit over a shirt/ UHF.
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Agree with @Daniel-San and it looks like you could size down.
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How about spots like this? Normal? Or Stains from
Wear? Guy I bought from said it was brand new. Looks perfect otherwise
In the easy chair with my boots on, melted whiskey in my hand. Could'na been asleep for more than three hours...time to go to work again...
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@Mizmazzle I’ve got the brown one and have not seen spots like that. Could it be a waterproofing spray that he applied?
