Diamond Dave's Cossack Prototype

[bseal]

This is his very first attempt at trying to capture the look of a 1920's shawl collar jacket. It is an olive hued steerhide. For his first go at it, it's very impressive to my eyes.











This jacket is lined in a light and breathable linen. Looking forward to seeing his next creation(s).

 

[Jeff M]

Very nice. And I like the lighter color leather.
Something different from dark brown/seal brown/russet/ dark seal.

 

[John Lever]

Very nice,will there be a patch pocket version ?

 

[bseal]

Yes. A patched pocket version will be available (as long as you are not newly named as moderator).

 

[Vcruiser]

Ya..no presents..favors..or sucking up to a moderator allowed here unless he happens to be a jacket maker as well... :idea:

 

[Otter]

Love: Hide, cut, collar, zip pocket, buttons

Hate: Press studs on hem, d ring waist adjustment.

Would like to see: extra buttons on hem, button down pockets.

Overall: Looks pretty good.

 

[oose]

Hi,
Great first attempt!
Always loved the Security label, here is there Golf Togs label.


All the best
Stu

 

[John Lever]

Yes. A patched pocket version will be available (as long as you are not newly named as moderator).

When I bought my first jacket of this type some years ago no one liked it. Now they are flavour of the month. It even took Aero 12 years to get around to making one.

 

[omarco]

I think we have David Himel to thank for the surge in popularity of the pattern

I like this one lot, nicer than the aero offering I think. Not quite as well evolved as the heron though.

Nice to see a non halfbelt design getting some love.

 

[John Lever]

I think we have David Himel to thank for the surge in popularity of the pattern

I like this one lot, nicer than the aero offering I think. Not quite as well evolved as the heron though.

I think Levis should take the credit they have been making them for over 10 years.

 

[omarco]

Yeah but most didn't want one until Himel came along..

 

[John Lever]

Well I did and I suspect the others did who bought them in the thousands from LVC outlets. I posted a review on a previous version (earlier) of this forum and got zero interest. Just shows how fashion changes. It started here with A-1's and has moved on to the all leather jackets.
Anyway let's not hijack the thread. Dave's jacket looks great and I wish him great success.

 

[omarco]

I agree, lovely jacket and great to see another contender in the ring.

 

[ECKHARTUS]

I like it! I have just seen that Aero made a similar model: "aeromarine"

link : http://aeroleatherclothing.com/product- ... hp?id=1465

 

[Dr H]

I posted a review on a previous version (earlier) of this forum and got zero interest.

I wasn't around to the earliest post, but you convinced me John..

"I saw this jacket as well last night and it is a thing of beauty - as John says, vintage A-1 appeal and a marvellous, lustrous finish.

I have to put on record Mr Lever, if you ever want to sell this one you have me on speed dial "

 

[Steve27752]

I like the style, but hate the colour.

 

[DiamondDave]

UPDATE!!

NEW!! SAT "Hyklas" jacket! Following the last post, the pattern has been tightened up (Taking into account many suggestions from the vintage community). Front of the jacket now has a much more flattering "V" shape to it and 2-sided leather cuffs have been added as suggested. Leather side connector piece is fully twice as tall as previous and the new buckles have been added.

Other features include:

Black 2.5 to 2.75 oz. FQHH
Horn Buttons (Now all the way down, with no snaps)
Original US Army style backing buttons from the 1930's
Mid Weight 100% Linen Lining
Brass Cinch Buckles at waist
Flap/Patch pockets on front panels with button closure
One-Piece back now standard

 

[John Lever]

What a stunning jacket. The button holes add real style and the leather is great with lovely character and sheen.Is it black or very dark brown ?
Are you taking orders yet ?
The only thing for me would be slightly smaller pockets.

 

[DiamondDave]

John,

Thank you for your kind comments.. the jacket is indeed black. It is a Horween "milled hide" which simply put just means that it is tumbled to allow softness, but it also brings up A TON of grain. The jacket is sooooo soft to wear that it almost feels like it disappears on your back.

As to the pockets, I think this is an optical illusion, due to the fact that the jacket is a sz 48, while my mannequin is a slim 42! I believe that it makes the pockets wrap around the body too far and look a little large. I am sending the jacket out for a photo shoot with a much better photographer than myself, so we will see how they look on someone the right size!

As to orders, I am currently grading the patterns and should be done in a couple of days, and then we are OFF TO THE RACES!

That said the jackets will run right around 1100 USD, due in no small part to those buttonholes... argh!

DD

 

[Otter]

Don't loose the buttonholes, they realy make the jacket! Looks great.