The Real McCoys
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Hey all, so I was looking for a piece to add to my IHJ-54 that would allow me to wear it during the colder months. This thing is warm, but given the fit, its not big enough to really layer underneath and can leave me a big chilly when it gets really cold. So I was looking at a vest I would wear over the jacket, but then I could also wear as a solo piece over my UHFs. I have tried to find an IH deck vest in my size, but they are pretty much gone for the season.
So I came across this leather vest by the real mccoy. Its deerskin and I really like the look of it. However, its got a pretty high price tag so I am wondering if any of you have had experience with this one. Unfortunately none are available in the US so I can't get my hands on one to inspect first hand. I am currently waiting the RMC London to email me the measurements of the 44 as they are not listed on their site.
Anyone had any experience with this piece?
Here is a pic:
I think the black of the vest would really match the color of my 54 as sam's black tee looks really nice in the pic:
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I've had such a vest for 3 years now. One of my favourite pieces as there's nothing quite as lush as deerskin leather. Pretty warm as well. For reference, I wear a 42 and I'm typically a XL in IH shirts.
Well worth the investment imo as it's a piece you'll wear for many years…
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@FurattoHeddo Thanks for the info. I saw some of your pics earlier in the thread.
I went with the black cause thats what they have in my size. From the pics it looks really dark and I anticipate it going with pretty much everything.
I ended up pulling the trigger on it after talking with them. I appreciate your sizing information too, I am an XXL in IH gear so I went with the 44….I am assuming this will likely replace the couple vests I have floating around.
Worst comes to worst, it doesn't work out and I return it, which I am glad they have a no hassle return policy...looking forward to seeing this in the flesh!
Thanks again mate.
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I tried on that black 42 and 44 vest over my XL IHJ-35 at RMC Osaka. It's a really nice vest. If you have an XXL IHJ-54 it may be a snug fit wearing a 44 vest over over the leathers. The size 42 worked but gave me a pretty good 'hug' while wearing over the jacket. My wife and the shop employees thought 44 best over the jacket, 42 best stand alone.
edit: sorry, I typed up the response before you purchased the 44. I wanted to add that I liked the fit of the 42 for all around use (over jacket/stand alone), so I think the same for a 44 in your case. Not to worry!
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@Joule
Thanks for the input! After I got the measurements from RMC, I knew if anything was going to fit, it was gonna have to be the 44. I don't mind a snug at all and then, like you said, it could be a stand alone for when the weather is warmer too.I was looking at some of the other color combos, but that black is so nice! It just seems to be the option that would go with everything I could throw at it.
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@Dstauffer really looks good. I especially like it with the UHF. How's the texture of the vest?
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@QuantumMechanic I actually like it best with just a UHF, but I also enjoy it over my outerware. The leather is really soft and supple.
Here's a pic of the texture:
I appreciate this detail, some leather buffer between the metal snap and interior lining:
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@Dstauffer thanks for the macro. It looks incredible, and that detailing well it's pedantic. Will you be treating the leather with anything?
Thanks!
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@QuantumMechanic I don't know what I'll do yet as far as treating it. I'm gonna have to do some research on what to do with deerskin. I will be wearing it in the winter so I'll have to take that into consideration.
@TrickHell this is a deerskin vest I picked up from RMC London. I was looking at the IH N-1 vest, but my size is sold out everywhere and in looking for my size, I came across this. I got it primarily to wear over my leather jacket in the winter months, but I am so impressed by it I can see myself wearing it quite a bit with my other gear. It's a touch larger than I'm used to in vest wear, but in order to fit over my outer wear and get the body length I needed I had to size up. But I don't think it's overly large. They had a dark brown too, but too small and plus I think the black looks better with my leather and any UHF I have. This vest is pretty unreal construction wise, and I realize that's par for the course given what I read in this thread, but it's my first RMC item so I was a little unsure of what to expect. Plus, I didn't find much info about this vest floating around the internet. The leather is super soft and supple, and the interior lining is quite substantial. The only negative I have is that there are no interior pockets, but that's just a preference thing on my end. Also, while the zipper is quite sturdy and smooth, I personally would have preferred a slightly larger one. But again, that does not inhibit the functionality, just a personal preference.
Let me know if you have any other questions and I'd be happy to answer as best I can.
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I have never treated mine in 3 years time as deerskin doesn't really require it (imho).
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@FurattoHeddo thanks for the feedback. I was just coming to a similar conclusion after reading up on deerskin. From what I read it's right up there with horsehide in terms of durability. Good to know first hand though.
How does yours fit? Mind feels just a touch loose, I think partly because after I've had it on for a bit the down flattens just a touch. Nothing that I would consider oversized, but slighted relaxed nonetheless.
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I would also describe my fit as relaxed. As it should be I guess.
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Absolutely stunning! Love those boondockers, there's definitely a hole in my collection that needs to be filled.
