What about Jeans Jackets ....

[almostnice]

Wrangler on sale at asos:

http://www.asos.com/Wrangler/Wrangler-Denim-Jacket/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=641789&cid=9587&sh=0&pge=3&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Blue

[roy6]

Wrangler on sale at asos:

http://www.asos.com/Wrangler/Wrangler-Denim-Jacket/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=641789&cid=9587&sh=0&pge=3&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Blue

ridiculously good sale. With shipping to the US, about $40! Thanks, almostnice.

Since I'm here: a LVC type III jacket, xposted from the LVC thread.

[borkborkbork]

Hey, sorry for a newb quesiton, but is there an introduction/visual identification guide/anything for better understanding the various models of Levi's denim jackets - type ii, type iii, 506, 507, eras, fits, etc?

I'm basically looking for something like 'Levi's 501 - A Visual Guide' (http://www.superfuture.com/supertalk/showthread.php?t=34010), but for jackets.

Is there any such thing? Or any suggestions on where to start?

[cash]

^The Vintage Leather Jacket site is go-to site for SUFU to ID jackets.

[almostnice]

ridiculously good sale. With shipping to the US, about $40! Thanks, almostnice.

nearly ordered one myself,but my 506 deserves some wear this summer.looks like you got one of the last-out of stock now.

most stuff at asos isnt my cup of tea,but that GAP chambray for 11,- was unbeateable,i am wearing it everyday at work.ordered my son a pair of GAP selvagejeans and a flanellshirt,even cheaper than H&M and shipping was free.cheers for that,Paul T!

[Dr_Heech]

X- post from the Lee repro thread.

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Some pics of my '34 101-J. Bought in 2003, worn lightly since 2008.

Never been washed.

Love this jacket, sanforized (so I was told), stitching on the inside a mixture of yellow and orange cotton (not poly.)

Slowly getting there.

Some areas still 'hairy'.

Beautifull denim.

@ Paul or Fardin- Earlier Edwin denim, made in Japan by ?

.[edit] apologies on the pic quality.

[Rivet Head]

Nice one Heech! Been trying to get my hands on one in size 42. They sell out every time they release them though.

[Dr_Heech]

Nice one Heech! Been trying to get my hands on one in size 42. They sell out every time they release them though.

Thanks Rivet.

This one's a 42", I paid a guy (blind) to ship it to me from Japan.

Love this jacket. Hard to wear in - denim is similar to 201/ a greenish hue, but really got alot of depth to it.

It doesn't get enough wear.

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[chambo2008]

ok here is my uniqlo grey denim jacket i picked up for £20, hoping it will fade over time...

[Rivet Head]

Thanks Rivet.

This one's a 42", I paid a guy (blind) to ship it to me from Japan.

Love this jacket. Hard to wear in - denim is similar to 201/ a greenish hue, but really got alot of depth to it.

It doesn't get enough wear.

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You could always sell/trade it to me????!!!

[fardin]

thats strange i thought lee used to make their jackets in 42. did you e mail speedway?

aeroleather still seems to have some

http://www.aeroleatherclothing.com/webapp/aeroleather/servlet/AeroViewPage?page=displayproduct&subcatid=179&prodid=1521

i wonder wich one the one from aeroleather is. the 1934 or 1937, not that it makes a big difference.

[Dr_Heech]

thats strange i thought lee used to make their jackets in 42. did you e mail speedway?

aeroleather still seems to have some

http://www.aeroleatherclothing.com/webapp/aeroleather/servlet/AeroViewPage?page=displayproduct&subcatid=179&prodid=1521

i wonder wich one the one from aeroleather is. the 1934 or 1937, not that it makes a big difference.

This one is straight from the Edwin/Lee site, 2003.

Fardin, do you know where this earlier edwin denim is made?

I remember someone told me the later models are constructed in China, from denim made in Japan. Also they are sized larger than mine.

@ Rivethead - Will never sell my beloved cowboy jacket, although I have a DS Lvc 1962 557xx in a sz 44" (555) which I may let go for the right price..

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[fardin]

would be interesting to ask amanda wich ones they have. i am not sure they will realy know. i think paul said its kurabo. but i am not sure. looks the same as mine. wich is the 1937. i wrote they are made in china, with japanese denim, the newer 1930s cowboy is made in japan again.

though the new ones have a lighter collor much like the 1930 pants.

[Rivet Head]

thats strange i thought lee used to make their jackets in 42. did you e mail speedway?

aeroleather still seems to have some

http://www.aeroleatherclothing.com/webapp/aeroleather/servlet/AeroViewPage?page=displayproduct&subcatid=179&prodid=1521

i wonder wich one the one from aeroleather is. the 1934 or 1937, not that it makes a big difference.

They are selling them for around $100 with low shipping from Japan. Aero is great if you're in the UK, but they charge $50 to ship to the US. I've tried Speedway last fall when they came out. I'll keep checking.

[Rivet Head]

Hell, if you wear a 38, you can get one for $70:

http://cgi.ebay.com/LEE-1944-DRY-SELVAGE-101-J-COWBOY-JACKET-38-VINTAGE-501_W0QQitemZ220584699163QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_CSA_MC_Outerwear?hash=item335bdf651b#ht_500wt_975

[JoyDiffusion]

also x-posted from Leepro thread...

Picked up this deadstock Lee 220 (101J style) on eBay a few weeks back. Been looking for one in my size (46 long) forever and this finally came up... Dated to the mid '70s...

[rh3522]

why is it so impossible to find a raw denim jacket with lower side pockets... I wonder how hard it would be to make them

[Rivet Head]

why is it so impossible to find a raw denim jacket with lower side pockets... I wonder how hard it would be to make them

Because most jackets from the 1930's - 1950's didn't have them. You can buy a vintage one from the 1960's or 1970's all day long.

[Zazamoot]

The thought must have been somehow repulsive to designers then, because elevated side pockets are typical on many jackets and coats from that era. I've got a 1930's peacoat and a 50's mackinaw, both of which feature hand-warmer pockets up on the ripcage. Could it have been a posture thing?

[Rivet Head]

I think that it just didn't fit the purpose of the jacket...bouncing along on a horse or working in a factory, you stuff would fall out of a slash pocket. If it's warm enough for a jean jacket, chances are you are not gonna need hand warmer pockets.

[CrashTestBrummie]

Some nice stuff been posted on here recently...

This is the Evis Lot 1507 in No.2 denim I got my hands on in October 08, worn for two winters now...

Pics don't show it too well, but the shoulders are faded through carrying my kit bag...

[Dr_Heech]

Nice fades Bro.

Would +Rep but gotta spread.

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[CrashTestBrummie]

No worries mate, I'm in the same boat!

[Brienneoftarth]

Hi guys,

I have a sick samurai 21 oz denim for jacket in supermarket. brand new, size 46

http://www.superfuture.com/supertalk/showthread.php?t=202346

[Medine]

Just picked this up at a flea market for $90..

I'm guessing it's from the 50's... if you got any info, i'd love to hear it

[rufio]

Medine- this should help http://www.vintagemotorcyclejackets.com/chart1.htm.

[roy6]

Medine- that's one of the nicest type III Levi's I've ever seen. Well worth the $90.

[cheapmuthafukr]

yeah , thats a late 60s jacket

[Rivet Head]

Does anyone know where to get a replacement button for a Lee Rider jacket? A friend in Belgium lost one on a jacket and is desperately trying to find a replacement.

[cash]

^Here are a few ideas:

1) Your friend might try contacting Lee jeans (or Lee Euro, as the case may be). I've never done that with a denim piece, but I've ordered replacement buttons from manufacturers for other vintage pieces and with great results -- they usually send them at no cost.

2) Try eBay. Find a shitty old Lee Rider and take one of the buttons from that -- however, riveted buttons might be a tough one to carefully remove and replace but I'm sure a cobbler or tailor could do the work.

3) Remove/replace the top button and move it to the missing spot -- again, might be tricky but a good cobbler should be able to work something.