• When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network.

Recent content by Socalal

  1. Socalal

    Ride 'em Cowboy! Headwind Mfg Co's Bronco A-2 Has Arrived

    I'm well aware of the past "issues". I've learned to assess others' experiences but final judgments mine alone. These have been my first interactions with Jay and I'll echo MauldinFan- "I'm the first one to hoist the "BS flag" when a deal goes sideways, but I also will do the opposite when a...
  2. Socalal

    Ride 'em Cowboy! Headwind Mfg Co's Bronco A-2 Has Arrived

    Quick update then I gotta run... Compared to what I currently have (nothing like what you guys have!), Aero, Kelso, Avi Leather, Five Star, this is equal to or better in materials, construction and most important to me- fit. My Norshor Aero does beat this in some ways but at more then double...
  3. Socalal

    Ride 'em Cowboy! Headwind Mfg Co's Bronco A-2 Has Arrived

    Outta the box the quality to cost ratio is phenomenal. Very impressive. I'll post more later...
  4. Socalal

    Dry leather restoration

    Just added pictures, thanks.
  5. Socalal

    Dry leather restoration

    Just picked up a 50s California Sportswear "Californian" steerhide A-2 type. It's in nice condition except the leather is very dry. Suggestions on what to use most appreciated!
  6. Socalal

    In search of: Talon repro M-39 zipper slider

    Do you have Dave's contact info?
  7. Socalal

    In search of: Talon repro M-39 zipper slider

    I'll try Dave, M-42 is fine. Thanks.
  8. Socalal

    In search of: Talon repro M-39 zipper slider

    $35 to ship, zip is free...
  9. Socalal

    In search of: Talon repro M-39 zipper slider

    Yep, the original FiveStar are just "OK". Where can I find one?
  10. Socalal

    In search of: Talon repro M-39 zipper slider

    I'm looking for a repro M-39 slider to replace the one that broke on a FiveStar G-1. TIA
  11. Socalal

    Penney's 1950s horsehide

    Really nice
  12. Socalal

    Penney's 1950s horsehide

    Eastman's "Air Comfort" also looks close to this (thanks mulceber).
Top