Wolverine's Jackets

[Hitogiri]

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Sounds like I may have to special order mine. Anyone here who works out constantly order one? I'm not very big but I'm not small either at 5'8 195lbs.

 

[Rupert_Angier]

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Before I forget - quick tip: these jackets are VERY TIGHT as they are a functional jacket, built to work as body armor for motorbike use and for that purpose, they can't be sliding around the body.
I am six foot one inch and measure exactly 41 inches around the chest and I do not have particularly broad shoulders. I got a size 42 regular and it fits like a glove. There is no room for a denim jacket underneath, only a shirt and a t-shirt. These things are windproof though, and unless you are going to the South Pole, you won't need more than 2 layers.

No fake weathering on my jacket too by the way, a touch of Pecards Gel on the amber stripes to waterproof them, and otherwise, just lots of wear and use

As per the fact that I live in Hawaii, I don't think that I'll be needing more than the jacket over my t-shirt. Seeing your jacket makes the wait even more unbearable! Good things come to those who wait, eh?

 

[Knightsaber]

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Having had 3 of these in and out of my possession, I can tell you that they are worth the wait. I still need to get one of the super accurate one's that we put together. Then I'll be satisfied.

 

[TV8]

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Having had 3 of these in and out of my possession, I can tell you that they are worth the wait. I still need to get one of the super accurate one's that we put together. Then I'll be satisfied.

I got one of Knightsaber's ex-jackets and it was totally awesome. I used it for a costume party then sold it to recoup expenses:rolleyes. Within a week the regret was so huge I ordered a new one.

 

[THEMAN]

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TV8 - post a pic of the awesome weathering/coloring work you did on Knightsaber's old one so everyone can see!

Rup - I'll be going that far with my next one as well I think... so long arm stripe.

 

[THEMAN]

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Well here is my latest... yanked arm stripe and all.

 

[Mados]

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Looks great, I want one exactly like it! You'll be hearing from me in a couple months hopefully.

 

[Rupert_Angier]

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So, I got my Vanson from Dan a few months ago. I opted for the brown/ red combination. Here are some pics.

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[Carnage]

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Are these the X0 jackets?

Great post I am so glad I saw this thread, I was recently given this jacket...

It's a really nice comfortable fit, feels substantial and built to last.

 

[superDrool]

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I've never weathered suede, but I'm thinking mayby the application and buffing of a little brown shoe polish over it might give it the look you're going for.

- John

Weathering suede is an artwork, too much and you may have bitten off more than you could chew, but you are right, John. I've weathered/distressed my X2 jacket by loading a horsehair shoe buffing brush with a little black Kiwi wax polish and buffing over the mustard colored stripes to give it that dirty aged look from the film. Loading a little bit at a time and working around the suede lightly, did the trick. I'm really happy with the results.