Fine Creek Leathers

[popvulture]

@WhiskeySandwich That jacket will have a bi-swing back, so that’s really the big indicator for me in terms of how slim I can go. I’ve had to send back a couple jackets that didn’t have it — my particular area of trouble is big shoulders, so that shit is really uncomfortable when the jacket is too small.

Overall I wouldn’t say they stretch too much, more just mold and shape, so I’d definitely be wary of any areas that seem constricting. Snug is fine, uncomfortable isn’t. It’s kind of a task getting leather jackets dialed sometimes but man it’s worth it! I wish I had more backs so I could own more of em lol…

[WhiskeySandwich]

@popvulture yeah, bi-swing back is a game changer. My BR has it and it's the most comfortable and best fitting leather jacket i've ever worn. Thing is, it's a little loose in the sleeves, and it's not the highest quality (some of the panels grain vary significantly). The next size up, a 44, for this FCL Leon actually has larger measurements than my BR here,, but, the MadRed was the largest leather jacket i've worn, measurement-wise. Leather and lining have a large part too. I guess I'll just find out when the exchange shows up!

[popvulture]

Man, I don’t think those sleeves look too loose! Good stacking. I can’t really see the biceps though so that might be where they’re looser than you like.

I think that judging by the pic of the 42, the 44 definitely won’t be too big. Psyched to see!

[Mister_Brue]

@WhiskeySandwich FWIW, Mad Red looks so damn good! Good luck with the exchange.

[WhiskeySandwich]

thanks dudes. cant wait. I'll def post a fit pic. and some details if its THE ONE

[goosehd]

@WhiskeySandwich Types of leather also contributes to fit/stretch/settling. Deer stretches the easiest, then steer/cowhide, and then horse which has almost zero stretch. I have zero experience with goat leathers.

For jackets I tend to size with the type of leather in consideration and will size smaller or larger depending on that type.

[WhiskeySandwich]

I think this one might be on the money

[goosehd]

@WhiskeySandwich Great pic of a perfect pick of leather jackets. Looks damn good!!

[WhiskeySandwich]

@goosehd thanks man! It’s still a bit snug in the chest zipped but these aren’t meant to be swimwear lol
I think it’ll relax nicely but may take some work. Love this leather! I can tell it wants to fade.

[sabergirl]

Still looks a little small to me, but if you love it and it’s comfortable that’s what matters most!

[Luijim78]

@WhiskeySandwich it's perfect my friend congratulations it looks great on you

[twin]

@WhiskeySandwich Very nice. Great fit.

[WhiskeySandwich]

I think @sabergirl might be right, the issues is the chest area. The front between the pits limits my mobility. The measurement across the tightest part between arm holes is a good 2 inches less than my UHFs.