IHSB-WJ - Iron Heart x Simmons Bilt Dark Brown Blattwerk Work Jacket
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Anyone handled or own the IHJ-54 or IHJ-35 in addition to this jacket? I know the difference in quality of leather is likely in favor of the IHJ-54 has those action bi-swing action (gussets?). I could see myself enjoying this Simmons Bilt jacket if it were a lighter, springtime type jacket which is easy and casual to throw on. Either of the Japanese built jackets look a little bit more like tanks… but the leather ranges between 1.2 and 1.6 mm so it can't be that bad... Anyone owning both surprised that they reach for the lesser expensive Simmons more often than either the IHJ-54.
The IHJ-54 would probably be an XXL for me just as nearly every IH shirt fits me as an XXL. This Simmons jacket looks like it's been sized very large and I'd probably need a Large.
Just curious what people's perspectives are.
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BrianA I own the three jackets you're comparing and they are all fantastic. The way I see it: Wear them open over a T and it's a spring jacket and zip it up over a sweat or flannel and it's a winter jacket.
However I haven't actually reached for any of them this winter as I have been trying to stick to my IHJ-77 indigo serge work jacket until it shows some decent wear. This is a nice spring jacket for sure, although extinct.
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I love the smell texture and the fact that this jacket has it’s own personality…the insect bites and scars on the arm. If you want a leather jacket to wear get this one. If you want a leather jacket to stay in your wardrobe don’t. It’s really difficult to capture its beauty with a phone camera.
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This is an all rounder I have a tight fitting cafe racer and another motorcycle leather jacket but seem grab and wear this one the most because it’s so comfortable. It’s a little bit too big on me but that’s where I can layer it up remember leather jackets aren’t the warmest things in winter. I’ve also had people shout across the pub saying nice leather jacket mate.
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@Sam:
Wanted to get involved with this thing!
Do you remember which size you were wearing for these photos ?
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I really like this jacket, but I worry that it may be too short. I’d feel a lot more confident buying it if it were just at couple of centimeters longer.
And I wonder a bit about sizing. Looking at the numbers it seems a bit wide compared to most other IH leather jackets, but I can see Giles wearing his usual size, and that looks great. I have an IH western shirt in size XXXL, which fits fine, would I likely be ok by going for an XXL in this?
Finally, how does the leather compare to the IHJ-54? Based on forum posts I have the impression that this leather is softer and lighter, and that it’ll fade with little contrast being veg tanned. How durable is it? I’ll just be wearing it casually, but saw somewhere that veg tanned leathers shouldn’t be worn in rain, is there something about that?
I realize that I may just have to take the chance and order it - I just prefer to avoid the hassle of having to return it…
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This is one of my favorite leather jackets. The olive-tanned leather has a wonderful texture and non-glossy look. Used to also have a wonderful smell but that is long gone.
However, in the VERY humid climate where I live, this leather is a magnet for mold! I have to take extra care with it and clean/brush it way more often than my other IH leather jacket (IHJ-35, Self Edge version) and another very thin goat leather jacket.
Wonder whether anyone else experienced anything similar?
The pic below tries to show the dull, grayish color in the most commonly mold-infested areas. Along the zippers (circled in yellow). Also occurs on the hem of the sleeves.
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What a gorgeous jacket. Im curious for anyone with some horse hide expertise...how does this Blattwerk leather compare to a more traditional HH tannage? I know it is super soft and pliable. What I love about traditional HH is how the arm creases form those molded rolls and it really shapes to your body over time. Does this Blattwerk behave that way? Seems so soft that it would probably just kinda have a smooth consistent drape. How does it handle getting wet? Seems high humidity may cause some mold issues. I live in a very dry climate so no worry, I suppose. Guess I'm curious if Blattwerk is as rugged and heavy feeling etc.
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Very stoked on this piece, my first leather jacket. Fitment is dialed. Leather is supple and luxurious with an incredible aroma.
I normally wear a XXXL in UHF/Westerns, and sized down to a XXL for what I feel is the perfect drape.
Thanks again @coldcashandcolderhearts!
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@SourPower holy shit man!! Dialed!!! Throw those new boots in the mix and you’re a stone cold killa!!!
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Had this sweet leather for a bit in a hot and dry location. A soft and unique leather (and smell!) for sure. Fit is terrific, looks great, forms well to your body. Even with the internal storm cuffs, easy to wear your watches with. I was initially unsure how I would like those storm cuffs, turns out they are quite good and helps keep your honeycomb sleeves when wearing.
The leather gets dry a lot faster than the chrome-tanned, like my J-64. I just oiled it with Obenauf's oil (not the paste), and the leather sucks the oil up so quickly. Wow! Superb results with that oil in case you guys are thinking about how to treat this leather.
