A riders’ jacket with a heavy, masculine, hard look. Jackets made of natural leather are an item that is fun to wear and cherish over time, as the more you wear it, the more the color of the wearer develops. In this issue, we focus on such “riders’ jackets” and pick up items of note!
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VANSON ” MODEL B Single Rider
The leather brand “Vanson” was born in Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A. in 1975. At a time when the leather industry was in the dark 70’s and prestigious leather wear brands were in the doldrums, Michael Van De sleesen established Vanson Associates Inc. The company was affected by the recession during the oil crisis of 1978 and went bankrupt in 1983, but the following year, the company moved its headquarters from Boston to the Southern Lands, where it has been successfully revived as Vanson Leathers. The MODEL B is Vanson’s most basic and popular single-rider jacket. The jacket is made of thick cowhide leather, and is as durable as it looks, and can be worn for a lifetime. The simple, stripped-down style with Vanson’s original gold metal zippers throughout gives it a rugged look.
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JAMES GROSE “MANILA JACKET
JAMES GROSE” synonymous with stylish leather jackets has its roots in a retail store established in London in 1876 that handles bicycles, motorcycles, car parts, accessories, and clothing. In its early days, the company focused on its original brand “JAGROSE,” but it was temporarily closed in the 1970s due to the recession. The MANILA JACKET is a classic JAMES GROSE riders’ jacket that is synonymous with “made in England. Carefully selected leathers are of a profound quality, and each piece is produced by hand by craftsmen in England. The slightly tight fit gives the jacket a sleek silhouette despite the leather.
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Lewis Leathers “Lightning HORSE HIDE
Lewis Leathers” is a long-established leather brand that started in 1892 and represents the United Kingdom. The “Lightning” leather rider’s jacket developed by such a traditional brand is the eternal standard model of Lewis Leathers, loved by many rock stars. It features four zippered pockets on the front and a buckle that runs from the side to the front. There is also a zipped pocket on the left sleeve for storing tickets when riding a motorcycle. A leather brand logo patch is set on the chest area.
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