I ride with a Schott cafe jacket. They aren't armored, but that's beside the point. The reason leather is good for riding is abrasion resistance. Synthetic materials can have high abrasion resistance yet can still burn your skin through heat transfer even if they don't wear all the way through. Leather does not transfer friction heat. No leather jacket is going to be all that warm if it's cold out, but it stops wind penetration which makes a huge difference. If I layer under the leather, I can wear my Schott in cold weather.
I own a black 654 that broke in beautifully and is only getting better with age. A few months ago I purchased a 530 in brown. . The store was closing and everything was 75% off, I ended up paying $200 for a jacket that will probably outlive me!
Lucky guy, i got several leather jackets but i cannot say they will outlive me, probably just a couple two, a very thick vintage cowhide jacket (A leather similar to the 530) which was originally made by Dockers as a spread collar delivery jacket but got modded into a Cafe Racer, it is also pebbled black leather. I ordered to some tailor friends here in the city to put zippers on the sleeves, a mandarin / band collar and shorten the overall zipper length so i can ride comfortably with the thing zipped up. I also took out the original lining, since the armpits were kinda smelly and i had to correct that. It was better since the original lining was extremely hot and they put a thinner, simpler lining. The other one is a thin, lightweight calfskin leather but that leather is extremely rugged and came rigid out of the tannery, so it is pretty much similar in texture and resistance to horsehide. Both costed around 100 dollars each with repairs and modding included. I just can hope the jackets will last at least most of my life or the entirety of it. If not, i will need another one made out of even thicker and younger leather, since the Dockers one i am guessing is already some 30 years old or stuff.
My lord, this is exactly the jacket I've been looking for. I live in a small town and have a very short commute, so this is perfect for that short bike ride to work, then the coffee shop after work, then the bar, and finally back home. The price is not prohibitive, but the IDEA of ever blemishing this beauty from a bike fall sure as hell is. Appreciate the great review!
Just keep a fucking eye open for bargains. I bought my Schott 618 on an Auction site for 250 bucks or even less. Poor lad just had bad luck & tought people would storm his auction. It was brand new.
@@Stridewise never had their pea coat but own many T-shirts and sweater-sweatshirts from the as well. Always excellent quality. I’ve also found there customer service for sizing questions and just general questions to be over and above the norm.
@@marissa2.O sorry just saw this comment now. Yes it did. It’s much more of a lighter brown, almost rust/dark caramel color in the high wear areas. It looks fantastic.
Bought mine years ago at the Sturgis motorcycle rally the vendor had a great selection. I’m kinda short n stocky they had the style I wanted n fit like a glove. Spendy yes, but the quality is top notch.
I was looking for a good leather jacket and because of this video I bought a second hand 641 in great condition. Best. Purchase. Ever. Thanks for your help finding a great jacket!!
Excellent review my friend. Just bought a used Schott 141 made in 1996 that is in super nice condition for $300.00. The leather itself is very nice after a close examination and the craftsmanship is awesome. After deeper research on the type of leather the 141 is made of (Naked Leather) I was really impressed. Naked Leather is choice select leather with NO scars or imperfections or finishes other than the dye itself. Top Shelf jackets!
Love watching your video's Nick...! I'm an "Old Timer" now, but still interested in clothing, jackets, coats, pants, boots, shoes, you name it, so I really enjoy your video's and you do a great job...! Schott has been around for years and they make great stuff, especially military gear... Great review Nick...!
Thanks so much! I want to do a lot more leather jacket content next year, I'm trying to figure out what to get after Taylor Stitch that people will be interested in AND is high quality. Any suggestions? I'm thinking Aero...
I had a soft lambskin Italian jacket and the first light encounter with the end of an outdoor wooden picnic table left a scar that never went away. I ended up getting a clean looking racing leather jacket and never worried about it touching anything after.
I would be somewhat more reserved on that jacket, honestly. 850$ cowhide when you can get a FQ horsehide, a Vicenza horsehide or a beautiful battered steerhide from Aero Leather for nearly the same price? "Best of the best", sorry but not at all to my humble opinion. Schott NYC has decent but not overwhelming leather, has no option for MTO, even their horsehide is of inferior quality compared to Aero, Alexander leathers, Simmons Bilt, and other; not to speak of companies such as Himel Bros, The Real McCoy and more (which are obviously more expensive). I have had exactly that Schott Cafe Racer in hands and I own a CXL HH Aero jacket that is fairly comparable in terms of cut. With all due respect, Schott stays at the level of an off-the-rack jacket whereas the Aero jacket feels like a unique piece of clothing. Hence, the predicate of Best leather jacket, even if this is all subjective, can hardly go to Schott. Dale, you got that beautiful CXL HH from Aero, you get my point. (BTW: Show the aging progress PLEEEEAASSSE) I am negative, I know, sorry... ;-)
I'm sold. Currently have a cheaper jacket coming in the mail but I now plan to return it to save for this one. Can't wait to own one in the (hopefully) near future!
Super helpful video! I'm about to buy it for my husband. I'm just torn on brown or black. They both look so stylish. The price as of November 2023 is $975. 😬
If you read this, buy a Cafe Racer, fitted, from the thickest and hardest leather that you can afford (Calf, Cow, Steer, Horse, thick veg tanned Lamb) Wear it, get it conditioned, soften it, and you've got a leather jacket for your whole life since it can be worn in cold, warmth, rain, wind, on a motorbike, casually, with a lady on a date, et cetera. It is the best investment that you could ever make in relationship of clothing. Nothing will last as much as that thing.
Awesome review, i just got mine. Couldn't be happier with it. Your review completely sold me on it. Thanks keep the videos coming. Like to see you review the rainbow country speedster.
i'm so happy with how well this video did given i have very few leather jacket videos. i just did my research, bought this one and was like 'that's it! i found the right jacket!' did a look at rainbow country here though: ua-cam.com/video/x-6K3MboLhM/v-deo.html
Thursday said they're not sure if they'll keep making jackets so I'm not sure if I should put the effort in actually, haha. I might down the road though!
Dude I'm jealous. This jacket fits you like a glove making your sleeves look perfect . Not bulky -baggy effect. When I tried it i was looking like a baby in dady's jacket.
@@Stridewise I'm 5'4 and I have disproportional body type . Shoulders are made for L , torso equals - M and sleeves are for XS 😅 Yeah, I'm that cartoon type guy haha
Nice video! Is there a model of this jacket that is a bit longer? I’m tall (6 feet) and have a long torso, and would like for this to fall below the belt line.
The Cafe Racer is a pure motorcycle jacket. The body is close cut to reduce flapping. The sleeves should be longer so they don’t pull out of your gloves when reaching the handlebars. Yours look too short tbh. Zip sleeves stop wind going up and makes it easier to tuck into your gloves. The collar isn’t there so it doesn’t catch the back of the helmet and flap about. The inside was either flannel or insulated to keep you warm. It wasn’t designed to be sleek when going to the cafe. It’s basically the top half of full leathers. Nowadays people on sports bikes will often wear one piece leathers instead.
You’re absolutely correct with everything you said. And by the way, Schott doesn’t make the best leather jackets, that’s just absurd. They are really good, and they are very famous. Fair enough, but claiming they make the best leather jackets (and their Cafe Racee was be the best jacket ever) is just nonsense. I don’t like it when Fashion UA-camrs make that kind of statements, it’s not like Nick didn’t know it better. Oh, and his jacket *is* too short ..
@@justinafuchs2619 Hey Justina I just turned 70 yrs old in Jul23, been riding motorcycles since 1975 and have put down hundred of thousands of miles. I started searching for a good leather jacket when I got my first bike and that search was a long one lol. Most new jackets cost around $50-75 bucks back then. Every jacket I bought would have a problem, sleeves too short/too long, jacket too short or long, leather was too thin/dry out and crack, zippers breaking etc, etc. I spent years riding with poorly fitting jackets just like the other guys I rode with and just figured that was the way it was. I have had jackets from a lot of the major manufactuers and they were OK. About 1990 found out about Langlitz Leathers in Portland, OR and had a jacket custom made cost me $1200. It was pretty nice but about a year later I went down in a rain storm and it got torn to pieces but it provided a lot of protection for me. Eventually met a guy at a bike show in Las Vegas and he raved about his Schott Perfecto and let me try it on. I now have three Schott's 618, 141 and 689H, Schott is all I have worn since 1992 and IMO they are the best made leather jackets I have found, but that's just this old bikers opinion which doesn't really mean much I guess. I also have to say that in the biker world, Schott is hugely popular, I would guess over 50% of the guys at biker events are wearing Schott and that has to mean something, it is easy to spot them. Stay safe out there!
@@RICKYY1100 Hey, thanks for your input! It was great to hear from your experience, and of course I value it. Please don’t get me wrong, Schott makes great leather jackets, as I said before. And if I still rode a motorcycle, I guess I would wear a Schott jacket. Now if we’re talking about leather jackets in general, there are better jackets than Schott. There is Himel Bros from the US, they make fantastic leather jackets. I don’t know if I would wear one riding, but you definitely could wear it. Then there are the best Japanese leather makers like Rainbow Country, Flathead or The Real McCoy. Or Aero leathers from Scotland. Those companies make the best leather jackets in the world, and to be fair, they are much more expensive than Schott leather jackets. And I wouldn’t wear most of them riding, I don’t think a flight jacket from The Real McCoy is meant for it. They are just beautiful leather jackets, crafted by Artisans using the best leather in the world. Again, that doesn’t mean Schott jackets aren’t good, they are great! The Perfecto would be my favourite choice if I didn’t stop riding a long time ago. All the best and always drive carefully 🙏
Looks great to me. Any bigger than that would be way too big. The folks at the store steered you correctly. I wish I’d invested in something like this. I like my closet full of great jacket variety, but I could have just gotten something like this and replaced most of them!
A really excellent review, best leather jacket review I have seen to date! Great jacket, fit looks fine, much prefer it to the Marlon Brando biker style, all round really good 👍 subbed as well, stay safe.
Talking about the sizing, I had a 654 in large that fitted a bit slim with a 44 chest, but after a year of working out it couldn't stretch big enough to fit me anymore. So my warning is if you plan on starting to bulk up do not size down. Also the Mission P571 is a somewhat similar jacket but unlined. Any plans on reviewing that one? I ask because it has gussets but no biswing so would that make a big difference in flexibility?
I was just looking at buying the p571. Going to store to see how it fits. And yes without the bi-swing it will have a tighter fit around the back/shoulders. I also out grew my size small 530 from the gym. Is what it is. That's the price you pay with bodybuilding.
subscibed, i bought one of a friend as new condition he got it in a sale for about £200 boughgt it for £150 looks great over a black high neck jumper,fitted minimilist smart and with blue classic colour 501's with chelsea boots i prefer,Ron u.k.
Can you or someone please give me your thoughts on this jacket compared to the Raven p213, which is a modified Perfecto style but it's veg tanned lambskin. Supposedly super supple yet durable non-strething. I know the p234 is a cafe racer in lambskin but offered only in black for some reason.
Lovely Video for a kickass jacket! I would also like to see a review for the leather jackets of Thursday Boot company and perhaps a comparison between them both
Can you review Thursday jackets? They offer a really cheap quality leather jackets. Coming from their success in boots, I'd love to see you review their jackets
Hey Nick, fantastic jacket and great in-depth review. I had a couple of questions- the garment chest measurement is 45", and you mentioned your chest was 46" Does the leather have enough give, to be comfortable to you across the chest? Secondly, the jacket seems to sit great on your shoulders- if you dont mind, could you share your shoulder measurements? Cheers!
Really, really nice - the linen is great as well as the slim fit. I also use a hoodie under neath, so it can be used 'all' year. thanks Mate 👍🏼 Cheers from Denmark 😊🇩🇰
Great looking jacket! I like that you mentioned that it is cowhide leather and it is also 1.3 to 1.5 mm of thickness. However, some people who have experience on leather are concerned about the middle stitching on the back of the jacket, that it might not hold too long and could come apart. They advised to avoid purchasing leather jackets with the middle stitching on the back. What would you say to that? By the way, I recently purchased a motorcycle leather jacket made of premium buffalo leather. It is full grain and 1.3 thick. I'm happy with my jacket however I feel quite concerned about the middle stitching on the back of my jacket because it come apart.
I’ve had mine about 4 years now. Seam has never been an issue, it’s been worn every winter, in all kinds of weather, on planes, while driving. About the only thing I do is hang it on a proper hanger, the one that came from schott.
@@watchreport Wow! 4 years and still your jacket is holding up well! Thanks for your tip! Now I feel confident that my jacket will last long as long as I take good care of it.
That flannel interior makes it seem like this jacket is for old timers imo. I was thinking about getting it but that flannel thing is making me think twice. I'm 25 y/o and i don't know if this jacket is for people in their 20s. I could be wrong though
@@ahnafabtahy2260 I'm 22 and I'm going to buy this bro. Don't think too much about pattern inside the jacket, just look about their quality and you know what I mean 😌 people will look into our leather, not the flannel inside. Hope this help you 🙏
I had one of these jackets for 25 year, and wore it several times a week over all those years, until it finally fell apart. Replaced it with a brand new one last year, and expect that one to outlive me.
Would you recommend size XL? I am a 40 - 42” chest and I prefer a loose fit. Also how many inside pockets are there I like lots of storage space in jackets for my EDC.
Just one inside pocket and it's real deep. Though I'm not sure what an EDC is, but I'm impressed with how much room the pocket has, ditto the pockets on the side. And the zippers make it less stressful to keep stuff in there. My chest is like 45 inches and I use L, if you want a loose fit then yeah you could go for an XL. How tall are you?
Before buying mine last year, I went on the Schott website. They had a page where you type in all your measurements, and it says which is the right size for you.
You definitely get what you pay for when it comes to leather. $800 is a steep investment for some, but it's a small price to pay for something that will, if taken care of properly, last you a lifetime.
They originally made them in NYC. They moved their outfit. Many clothing companies are call (fill in the blank) NYC despite not being made in NYC. To make another point, The author say that Schott makes the best leather jackets. In other news water is still wet, the Sun is very hot & grass is really green.
This is an awesome jacket and its on my grail list. The problem with investing in something like this is, especially since its a modern fit, is that is my body shape REALLY going to fit into this jacket just as well in 10 years? That is putting a lot of pressure on my future self to keep hitting the gym lol
Ha! I know exactly what you mean. It'll keep you in shape! I have an opposite problem, my goal is to deadlift 500 pounds in a couple of years and that means purposely gaining a good 10-20 pounds, then all my nice clothes won't fit anymore!
@@Stridewise Nice one Nick, the best i could deadlift before covid was 390pounds, getting to 500 is pretty solid, you'll have to adjust the thighs on your pants too haha Love your channel mate, have watched most of your vids. Im in Melbourne but my brother lives in NY, great to catch up if we are ever in the same city!
I want to know how to go for size , I live in Australia. So can’t afford to send it back if I order and it won’t fit ... I tried super dry XXL it don’t fit me ... so not sure if the size in Schott is same as super dry or they are different.
If you want a bad ass, quality, affordable leather jacket, look up Soul Revolver online. I have 4 of their jackets and they are as good quality as you’re gonna get and they have a large selection so there’s something for everyone. I was skeptical at first buying a somewhat pricey item online without even trying it on but they all fit great, mainly because they ask you for your measurements so although it’s not exactly tailored it’s pretty dang close. Their customer service is also fantastic. No I don’t work for them it’s just one of those finds that makes you want to share it with people lol. Look up their TrustPilot reviews. Pretty much 5 stars across the board. That speaks for itself.
Nice jacket! I like it's simplicity. Do you know anything about Thursday Boots leather jackets? They look nice and I'm a fan of the leather in their boots so I'm guessing that would show up in their jackets.
Yeah I own two! They're great. The lining tore on my flight jacket though, I had to replace it. But given their low cost, it wound up still a good value jacket
I have the exact same leather jacket but minds is from lucky band store cost $300.00 but at discount got it for $125.00. My fit is medium size, but got it in a large fit.
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I ride with a Schott cafe jacket. They aren't armored, but that's beside the point. The reason leather is good for riding is abrasion resistance. Synthetic materials can have high abrasion resistance yet can still burn your skin through heat transfer even if they don't wear all the way through. Leather does not transfer friction heat. No leather jacket is going to be all that warm if it's cold out, but it stops wind penetration which makes a huge difference. If I layer under the leather, I can wear my Schott in cold weather.
I own a black 654 that broke in beautifully and is only getting better with age. A few months ago I purchased a 530 in brown. . The store was closing and everything was 75% off, I ended up paying $200 for a jacket that will probably outlive me!
Lucky guy, i got several leather jackets but i cannot say they will outlive me, probably just a couple two, a very thick vintage cowhide jacket (A leather similar to the 530) which was originally made by Dockers as a spread collar delivery jacket but got modded into a Cafe Racer, it is also pebbled black leather. I ordered to some tailor friends here in the city to put zippers on the sleeves, a mandarin / band collar and shorten the overall zipper length so i can ride comfortably with the thing zipped up. I also took out the original lining, since the armpits were kinda smelly and i had to correct that. It was better since the original lining was extremely hot and they put a thinner, simpler lining.
The other one is a thin, lightweight calfskin leather but that leather is extremely rugged and came rigid out of the tannery, so it is pretty much similar in texture and resistance to horsehide. Both costed around 100 dollars each with repairs and modding included. I just can hope the jackets will last at least most of my life or the entirety of it. If not, i will need another one made out of even thicker and younger leather, since the Dockers one i am guessing is already some 30 years old or stuff.
The best leather jacket is the one you have had for twenty plus years and still fits.
A feat for the jacket and the wearer!
Only if you don't get fat!
Ionut Burlacu That would be key.Drink water!
@@lapatrie6568 😆✌️
Lol
My lord, this is exactly the jacket I've been looking for. I live in a small town and have a very short commute, so this is perfect for that short bike ride to work, then the coffee shop after work, then the bar, and finally back home. The price is not prohibitive, but the IDEA of ever blemishing this beauty from a bike fall sure as hell is.
Appreciate the great review!
So pumped this was helpful, Erick! Helping a man get a good leather jacket is a great honor
I purchased that jacket due to your excellent and thorough review and could not be happier.
I'm so excited to get this... been working my ass off. Buying this for myself for my birthday this year
Just keep a fucking eye open for bargains. I bought my Schott 618 on an Auction site for 250 bucks or even less. Poor lad just had bad luck & tought people would storm his auction.
It was brand new.
I just purchased the 641 HH. I can’t wait to begin breaking it in. I love the versatility of the cafe jacket (dress up and down). Great video!
Been waiting for this one forever. Love this jacket. Stay safe out there strideman
Awesome, glad you like it dude.
that's my favorite nickname
I’ve had this in brown for about 3 years now. Love it. Also own a Schott 141 in black-about 8 years now. Schott makes fantastic jackets.
Excellent! I'm considering their pea coat...
@@Stridewise never had their pea coat but own many T-shirts and sweater-sweatshirts from the as well. Always excellent quality. I’ve also found there customer service for sizing questions and just general questions to be over and above the norm.
did it patina?
@@marissa2.O sorry just saw this comment now. Yes it did. It’s much more of a lighter brown, almost rust/dark caramel color in the high wear areas. It looks fantastic.
Is the 141 baggier in chest?
Homie at 10:10 went in for the win
hahahahaha I totally missed that
Great comment. I would up vote it but you are at 69 now and I don't want to disturb that. ;)
Peace.
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Bought mine years ago at the Sturgis motorcycle rally the vendor had a great selection. I’m kinda short n stocky they had the style I wanted n fit like a glove. Spendy yes, but the quality is top notch.
Nick, really loved this review. I am a huge Schott fan with four of their leather jackets. True lifetime investments that get better with age.
Glad to be on your team, Matt!
I have the 618 and love it. I wear it every opportunity on my Harley when I need the warmth. I hardly bother with m HD cafe jacket anymore.
I was looking for a good leather jacket and because of this video I bought a second hand 641 in great condition. Best. Purchase. Ever. Thanks for your help finding a great jacket!!
Real cool bad ass black leather biker jacket ya got on, dude! Way to go, man!
Excellent review my friend. Just bought a used Schott 141 made in 1996 that is in super nice condition for $300.00. The leather itself is very nice after a close examination and the craftsmanship is awesome. After deeper research on the type of leather the 141 is made of (Naked Leather) I was really impressed. Naked Leather is choice select leather with NO scars or imperfections or finishes other than the dye itself. Top Shelf jackets!
If you think Schott is "good quality" then you're going to lose your mind at Goodwear, Eastman's and Aero.......
@@richardcostello360Eastman B3 are incredible, but living on the gulf coast, I would never consider getting one.
@@richardcostello360aero has horrible mobility
Love watching your video's Nick...! I'm an "Old Timer" now, but still interested in clothing, jackets, coats, pants, boots, shoes, you name it, so I really enjoy your video's and you do a great job...! Schott has been around for years and they make great stuff, especially military gear... Great review Nick...!
Thanks so much! I want to do a lot more leather jacket content next year, I'm trying to figure out what to get after Taylor Stitch that people will be interested in AND is high quality. Any suggestions? I'm thinking Aero...
Yes ive been asking for a review on one of your jackets for a while and i love this one amazing review nick stay safe my dude
Thanks man! Worked my butt off for this one.
I had a soft lambskin Italian jacket and the first light encounter with the end of an outdoor wooden picnic table left a scar that never went away. I ended up getting a clean looking racing leather jacket and never worried about it touching anything after.
That's because lambskin is incredibly soft......but because it's soft it doesn't take much to damage irreparably
Really detailed and super informative review. Thank you for posting.
Hey I'm really glad it was useful, Matthew!
I literally just bought the 641 off ebay last week. 100% agree with you. Such a great jacket!!
Cool! Enjoy it, wear it hard.
Dude I love all your videos. I know I’m 3 years late, but I’m getting into leather jackets now lmao
Schott and Lewis Leathers are my favorite. I will be back at Schott after this Virus calms down.
William Farley those are also my two favourite companies.
that jacket is an absolute grail, excellent pickup my man!!!
Thanks Dale!
I would be somewhat more reserved on that jacket, honestly.
850$ cowhide when you can get a FQ horsehide, a Vicenza horsehide or a beautiful battered steerhide from Aero Leather for nearly the same price?
"Best of the best", sorry but not at all to my humble opinion. Schott NYC has decent but not overwhelming leather, has no option for MTO, even their horsehide is of inferior quality compared to Aero, Alexander leathers, Simmons Bilt, and other; not to speak of companies such as Himel Bros, The Real McCoy and more (which are obviously more expensive).
I have had exactly that Schott Cafe Racer in hands and I own a CXL HH Aero jacket that is fairly comparable in terms of cut. With all due respect, Schott stays at the level of an off-the-rack jacket whereas the Aero jacket feels like a unique piece of clothing. Hence, the predicate of Best leather jacket, even if this is all subjective, can hardly go to Schott.
Dale, you got that beautiful CXL HH from Aero, you get my point. (BTW: Show the aging progress PLEEEEAASSSE)
I am negative, I know, sorry... ;-)
@@olgi2068 You might be negative, but you’re right!
@@olgi2068 disagree. You can have your opinion though
I had no idea that men's clothing was cool and it is cool the know and understand men's fashion and history.
I never knew how important it really is .
Really good review - carefully considered couldn’t be any better 👍👌😎
Hey thanks a ton dude!
Very good video, very informative. Nice jacket
Helpful, I just ordered mine in the brown..I’m normally a 2X but was a tad too tight so went with the 3x. I like to zip mine up.
This will be my next jacket. I got the 654VN and its the best jacket for me so far.
I'm sold. Currently have a cheaper jacket coming in the mail but I now plan to return it to save for this one. Can't wait to own one in the (hopefully) near future!
That's commitment, Ben! So happy you've fallen for this jacket, you won't regret it. It's time for me to condition mine.
Super helpful video! I'm about to buy it for my husband. I'm just torn on brown or black. They both look so stylish. The price as of November 2023 is $975. 😬
These jackets are durable enough there's no shame getting them second hand on eBay, but maybe not right for a gift!
Nice review. I luv the jacket, now I need to know what watch you are wearing
This one, Nergal! amzn.to/3gEn19S Glad you like the video and the jacket!
@10:10 that guy was enjoying those hams ha ha ha 😆
If you read this, buy a Cafe Racer, fitted, from the thickest and hardest leather that you can afford (Calf, Cow, Steer, Horse, thick veg tanned Lamb) Wear it, get it conditioned, soften it, and you've got a leather jacket for your whole life since it can be worn in cold, warmth, rain, wind, on a motorbike, casually, with a lady on a date, et cetera. It is the best investment that you could ever make in relationship of clothing. Nothing will last as much as that thing.
Great review man! Mine is on the way😎
Awesome review, i just got mine. Couldn't be happier with it. Your review completely sold me on it. Thanks keep the videos coming. Like to see you review the rainbow country speedster.
i'm so happy with how well this video did given i have very few leather jacket videos. i just did my research, bought this one and was like 'that's it! i found the right jacket!'
did a look at rainbow country here though: ua-cam.com/video/x-6K3MboLhM/v-deo.html
@@Stridewise oh right on thanks
this jacket has all the imperfections! a nice touch!
yeah i have friends who HATE that but i don't mind it at all!
Sweet review nick! I know you're in NY so take care man! Also maybe a Thursday jacket review? I'm eyeing that brown bomber!
Thursday said they're not sure if they'll keep making jackets so I'm not sure if I should put the effort in actually, haha. I might down the road though!
Dude I'm jealous. This jacket fits you like a glove making your sleeves look perfect . Not bulky -baggy effect. When I tried it i was looking like a baby in dady's jacket.
Haha sorry to hear it! You could start deadlifting? Or get a more "classic" (read: boxy/straight-up-and-down) fit
@@Stridewise I'm 5'4 and I have disproportional body type . Shoulders are made for L , torso equals - M and sleeves are for XS 😅
Yeah, I'm that cartoon type guy haha
You are the man! That is a sweet jacket, gusseted arm sleeves, clean, minimalist and stylish enough for not the real badasses!
Yep it's the jacket that makes literally anyone cooler, Michael! Whereas the Perfecto is way too easy to appear like you're trying too hard.
Great review!
Schott is the best. 🔥 💪
Nice video! Is there a model of this jacket that is a bit longer? I’m tall (6 feet) and have a long torso, and would like for this to fall below the belt line.
HELL YES. I am here for this!
This comment made me very happy, AJ
Looking cool brother.
Is the jacket Slim fit or Very slim fit.
Thanks.
Slim fit. I’m 6.0, 220 and have an XL. It fits me perfectly and I can zip it up no issue, even with a hoodie.
The Cafe Racer is a pure motorcycle jacket. The body is close cut to reduce flapping. The sleeves should be longer so they don’t pull out of your gloves when reaching the handlebars. Yours look too short tbh. Zip sleeves stop wind going up and makes it easier to tuck into your gloves. The collar isn’t there so it doesn’t catch the back of the helmet and flap about. The inside was either flannel or insulated to keep you warm.
It wasn’t designed to be sleek when going to the cafe. It’s basically the top half of full leathers. Nowadays people on sports bikes will often wear one piece leathers instead.
You’re absolutely correct with everything you said. And by the way, Schott doesn’t make the best leather jackets, that’s just absurd. They are really good, and they are very famous. Fair enough, but claiming they make the best leather jackets (and their Cafe Racee was be the best jacket ever) is just nonsense.
I don’t like it when Fashion UA-camrs make that kind of statements, it’s not like Nick didn’t know it better. Oh, and his jacket *is* too short ..
@@justinafuchs2619 Hey Justina I just turned 70 yrs old in Jul23, been riding motorcycles since 1975 and have put down hundred of thousands of miles. I started searching for a good leather jacket when I got my first bike and that search was a long one lol. Most new jackets cost around $50-75 bucks back then. Every jacket I bought would have a problem, sleeves too short/too long, jacket too short or long, leather was too thin/dry out and crack, zippers breaking etc, etc. I spent years riding with poorly fitting jackets just like the other guys I rode with and just figured that was the way it was. I have had jackets from a lot of the major manufactuers and they were OK. About 1990 found out about Langlitz Leathers in Portland, OR and had a jacket custom made cost me $1200. It was pretty nice but about a year later I went down in a rain storm and it got torn to pieces but it provided a lot of protection for me.
Eventually met a guy at a bike show in Las Vegas and he raved about his Schott Perfecto and let me try it on. I now have three Schott's 618, 141 and 689H, Schott is all I have worn since 1992 and IMO they are the best made leather jackets I have found, but that's just this old bikers opinion which doesn't really mean much I guess. I also have to say that in the biker world, Schott is hugely popular, I would guess over 50% of the guys at biker events are wearing Schott and that has to mean something, it is easy to spot them. Stay safe out there!
@@RICKYY1100 Hey, thanks for your input! It was great to hear from your experience, and of course I value it. Please don’t get me wrong, Schott makes great leather jackets, as I said before. And if I still rode a motorcycle, I guess I would wear a Schott jacket.
Now if we’re talking about leather jackets in general, there are better jackets than Schott. There is Himel Bros from the US, they make fantastic leather jackets. I don’t know if I would wear one riding, but you definitely could wear it.
Then there are the best Japanese leather makers like Rainbow Country, Flathead or The Real McCoy. Or Aero leathers from Scotland.
Those companies make the best leather jackets in the world, and to be fair, they are much more expensive than Schott leather jackets.
And I wouldn’t wear most of them riding, I don’t think a flight jacket from The Real McCoy is meant for it. They are just beautiful leather jackets, crafted by Artisans using the best leather in the world.
Again, that doesn’t mean Schott jackets aren’t good, they are great! The Perfecto would be my favourite choice if I didn’t stop riding a long time ago.
All the best and always drive carefully 🙏
Stridewise is now my black leathered bro, too! Yea! We have something in common now! Men's BLACK leather fashion!
Looks great to me. Any bigger than that would be way too big. The folks at the store steered you correctly. I wish I’d invested in something like this. I like my closet full of great jacket variety, but I could have just gotten something like this and replaced most of them!
Nice jacket - I actually like the liner. I've had my eye on the Storm (P 673) for a while. I hope all is well.
Thanks Matt! You too dude. Hope you get a jacket you love.
does this model, the cafe racer (style 530), have inserts for armor? for elbows, shoulders and back?
looking fabulous in that leather jacket!!!
Thanks Tariq!
Good morning Would you be so kind as to give me your measurements. What size did you take? A big thank you to you
A really excellent review, best leather jacket review I have seen to date! Great jacket, fit looks fine, much prefer it to the Marlon Brando biker style, all round really good 👍 subbed as well, stay safe.
Glad to have you, Mike! Glad you like the video, I worked extra hard on this one. Much easier to pull off than the Perfecto :)
11:00 do you still wear this? is it still tight? it looks too tight across the shoulders here at this moment zipped up
I bought a second hand 141 in really great condition.
$850... not bad at all! My Ralph Lauren Barracuda Leather jacket cost £895 (black) and £935 (brown) both made from Cowhide. $850 = £615 (approx)
Just bought one today, I love it!
hell yeah Maulin, great decision!
@@Stridewise I also have the Schott Perfecto 613… I’m thinking I might get it in brown for Christmas
the best review that I've never seen before
That's high praise! Thanks a ton dude
you ARE cool enough to wear a retro moto jacket!
i've seen some nerds that arent worthy but you are 👌
Aero Leather's jacket might actually be as good or better. I was really impressed when I visited them.
@Stridewise i have a 42-43 inch chest and medium is tight. Do you still advise for me to go with Medium. The size fit shows M for slim
The double rider is goated 🔥
Talking about the sizing, I had a 654 in large that fitted a bit slim with a 44 chest, but after a year of working out it couldn't stretch big enough to fit me anymore. So my warning is if you plan on starting to bulk up do not size down.
Also the Mission P571 is a somewhat similar jacket but unlined. Any plans on reviewing that one? I ask because it has gussets but no biswing so would that make a big difference in flexibility?
I was just looking at buying the p571. Going to store to see how it fits. And yes without the bi-swing it will have a tighter fit around the back/shoulders.
I also out grew my size small 530 from the gym. Is what it is. That's the price you pay with bodybuilding.
subscibed, i bought one of a friend as new condition he got it in a sale for about £200 boughgt it for £150 looks great over a black high neck jumper,fitted minimilist smart and with blue classic colour 501's with chelsea boots i prefer,Ron u.k.
can anyone tell me how protective they are when your bike lays down on bitumen roads
I see these on eBay with the black furry lining but they look like they’re way more boxier in the chest?
Can you or someone please give me your thoughts on this jacket compared to the Raven p213, which is a modified Perfecto style but it's veg tanned lambskin. Supposedly super supple yet durable non-strething. I know the p234 is a cafe racer in lambskin but offered only in black for some reason.
What is the make of Grant Mitchell’s leather jacket he wore in 2005/06?
Lovely Video for a kickass jacket! I would also like to see a review for the leather jackets of Thursday Boot company and perhaps a comparison between them both
Not sure why you dislike the coloration of the lining tho! I think it’s cool.
Have you ever had a 613 perfecto. What size did you have to wear.
10:36 looks tight with the hoodie, can you talk more about how it is with more layer under?
I don't think it's a great jacket for zipping up. if you don't zip up, you can layer a hoodie. even zipped up with a tee, it's tight.
@@Stridewise I can zip mine with a hoodie, and even more so without, but I am about 6’0, 220 and got an XL.
@@watchreport well you got 25 pounds on me bro!
I’m just wondering how you put on a hoodie and a Henley under that jacket.
Surprising it fit, right? Downside is I can't zip it up when I have a hoodie underneath, it's too tight
I just use Saphir renovateur on my leather jacket, I'm going to buy the Nappa conditioner or universal cream possibly in the future.
It must cost you 50 bucks to condition your jacket with Saphir, Alex!
@@Stridewise that doesn't sound good. Any recommendations? Luxor?
Can you review Thursday jackets? They offer a really cheap quality leather jackets.
Coming from their success in boots, I'd love to see you review their jackets
Have you ended up getting one? If so, which one and are you satisfied with it.
Hey Nick, fantastic jacket and great in-depth review. I had a couple of questions- the garment chest measurement is 45", and you mentioned your chest was 46" Does the leather have enough give, to be comfortable to you across the chest? Secondly, the jacket seems to sit great on your shoulders- if you dont mind, could you share your shoulder measurements? Cheers!
@@ronin_naga kaam nahin hai koi? :-)
Really, really nice - the linen is great as well as the slim fit. I also use a hoodie under neath, so it can be used 'all' year. thanks Mate 👍🏼
Cheers from Denmark 😊🇩🇰
Glad you liked it, Hans!
This is what you called a perfect leather jacket🥰🥰🥰🥰
Great looking jacket! I like that you mentioned that it is cowhide leather and it is also 1.3 to 1.5 mm of thickness. However, some people who have experience on leather are concerned about the middle stitching on the back of the jacket, that it might not hold too long and could come apart. They advised to avoid purchasing leather jackets with the middle stitching on the back. What would you say to that? By the way, I recently purchased a motorcycle leather jacket made of premium buffalo leather. It is full grain and 1.3 thick. I'm happy with my jacket however I feel quite concerned about the middle stitching on the back of my jacket because it come apart.
I'd avoid a jacket with a middle seam..... unfortunately Schott are getting pretty sloppy in their hide sourcing
I’ve had mine about 4 years now. Seam has never been an issue, it’s been worn every winter, in all kinds of weather, on planes, while driving. About the only thing I do is hang it on a proper hanger, the one that came from schott.
@@watchreport Wow! 4 years and still your jacket is holding up well! Thanks for your tip! Now I feel confident that my jacket will last long as long as I take good care of it.
Who says the flannel lining is ugly? I want to get it put into my 613 perfecto.
That flannel interior makes it seem like this jacket is for old timers imo. I was thinking about getting it but that flannel thing is making me think twice. I'm 25 y/o and i don't know if this jacket is for people in their 20s. I could be wrong though
@@ahnafabtahy2260 I'm 22 and I'm going to buy this bro. Don't think too much about pattern inside the jacket, just look about their quality and you know what I mean 😌 people will look into our leather, not the flannel inside. Hope this help you 🙏
How do you clean / wash your jacket ?
I had one of these jackets for 25 year, and wore it several times a week over all those years, until it finally fell apart. Replaced it with a brand new one last year, and expect that one to outlive me.
Awesome! 25 years, I love it. Would love you to send me pictures of it as it neared the end of its life!
Please more reviews on high quality/durable/BIFL classic Jackets!!!
I can't help but keep looking at different lengths of each side. One side is longer than the other it seems?
what size hes wearing? looks small af . im 195 cm 100kg and thought i need L but maybe i need Xl
Yeah you probably need an XL. But like I say, the jacket is meant to fit slim.
Would you recommend size XL? I am a 40 - 42” chest and I prefer a loose fit. Also how many inside pockets are there I like lots of storage space in jackets for my EDC.
Just one inside pocket and it's real deep. Though I'm not sure what an EDC is, but I'm impressed with how much room the pocket has, ditto the pockets on the side. And the zippers make it less stressful to keep stuff in there. My chest is like 45 inches and I use L, if you want a loose fit then yeah you could go for an XL. How tall are you?
Stridewise EDC = Every Day Carry 😊 I am 6ft 😊
Before buying mine last year, I went on the Schott website. They had a page where you type in all your measurements, and it says which is the right size for you.
Get a large. I am 6’0” and about 220 with 44 inch chest and the XL has room on me-it is not tight at all. You’ll want a large with your measurements
@@Stridewise EDC = every day carry = gun
You definitely get what you pay for when it comes to leather.
$800 is a steep investment for some, but it's a small price to pay for something that will, if taken care of properly, last you a lifetime.
Yeah you simply have to bite the bullet with leather jackets haha
Schott "NYC" jackets are actually made in Jersey? Consider my feather ruffled. 😅
Haha they should call it Schott Tri-state Area
Just like the NY Giants who play in New Jersey
@@wsmoran Don't get me started!
Hi
Please do a review on Soul Revolver jackets ....
The Deal or Hitman (name of jackets)
Pretty cool designs
They originally made them in NYC. They moved their outfit. Many clothing companies are call (fill in the blank) NYC despite not being made in NYC. To make another point, The author say that Schott makes the best leather jackets. In other news water is still wet, the Sun is very hot & grass is really green.
How does this compare with the Allsaints Cora jacket?
This is an awesome jacket and its on my grail list. The problem with investing in something like this is, especially since its a modern fit, is that is my body shape REALLY going to fit into this jacket just as well in 10 years? That is putting a lot of pressure on my future self to keep hitting the gym lol
Ha! I know exactly what you mean. It'll keep you in shape! I have an opposite problem, my goal is to deadlift 500 pounds in a couple of years and that means purposely gaining a good 10-20 pounds, then all my nice clothes won't fit anymore!
@@Stridewise Nice one Nick, the best i could deadlift before covid was 390pounds, getting to 500 is pretty solid, you'll have to adjust the thighs on your pants too haha
Love your channel mate, have watched most of your vids. Im in Melbourne but my brother lives in NY, great to catch up if we are ever in the same city!
@@starskymedia Dude hit me up if you come to town
@@Stridewise Will do mate!
Man I want one , it’s 950 now … anyone know if they go on sale and where?
schott jackets are alway turning up on ebay
I want to know how to go for size , I live in Australia. So can’t afford to send it back if I order and it won’t fit ... I tried super dry XXL it don’t fit me ... so not sure if the size in Schott is same as super dry or they are different.
Measure your chest and go by their measurements!
Is the 40 42 44 and 46 on the size chart are chest size ? Or shoulder size ?
If you want a bad ass, quality, affordable leather jacket, look up Soul Revolver online. I have 4 of their jackets and they are as good quality as you’re gonna get and they have a large selection so there’s something for everyone. I was skeptical at first buying a somewhat pricey item online without even trying it on but they all fit great, mainly because they ask you for your measurements so although it’s not exactly tailored it’s pretty dang close. Their customer service is also fantastic. No I don’t work for them it’s just one of those finds that makes you want to share it with people lol. Look up their TrustPilot reviews. Pretty much 5 stars across the board. That speaks for itself.
Hey Nick! Is that a Seiko Sea Urchin on a rubber strap at 01:50?
Edit: No... It shows up again and it more resembles Hamilton khaki navy...
Haha it's a Tag Heuer, Terry: amzn.to/2WWpiUR
Aha! I didn't even think of that somehow. Good video today.
@@terry7441 Thanks dude!
Nice jacket! I like it's simplicity. Do you know anything about Thursday Boots leather jackets? They look nice and I'm a fan of the leather in their boots so I'm guessing that would show up in their jackets.
Yeah I own two! They're great. The lining tore on my flight jacket though, I had to replace it. But given their low cost, it wound up still a good value jacket
I have the exact same leather jacket but minds is from lucky band store cost $300.00 but at discount got it for $125.00. My fit is medium size, but got it in a large fit.
Got damn, this jacket for 125? Congratulations, I'd be so happy with that
Oh boy, that jacket looks beautiful!
Great review! Do you recommend leather jackets to a 50 year old?
I'd say so, I miiiight suggest getting one with a collar though for a bit more versatility/maturity you know?
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What are the care instructions?
I love the jacket. The brown is my preferred.