Hype vs Reality: Thursday Racer Jacket Review
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Thursday gets a lot of attention. But are their jackets for you?
In this video I break down materials, construction, fit, and THE HYPE.
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Thank you for this review. Extremely helpful. Not many UA-camrs will go in depth with the weight of the jacket or tries to find out who sources their leather. I can always count on you to provide clear, concise and accurate information on these jackets.
Thanks Randy! Doing my best, man
Frick yeah! An honest review of the brand that’s not sponsored! Love your channel Del! Great content
Heh thanks Ryan! It’s odd to see either sponsored big accounts or folks that are really inexperienced, with little in between
Thanks for telling it straight!
Well done to a very informative realistic review,refreshing to see.Thanks
Sure thing. I appreciate it 👊🏼💥
Great to see an honest straightforward review. Hopefully you can touch on the captain boot at some point too.
Thanks Trevor! I have some boot reviews in the works, would like to get to the Thursday boot too!
Thank you for the HONEST review !!
Yeah man! Thanks for checking it out
Good watch. Totally agree.
Appreciate it
I did review on the jacket too! I liked it first but noticed quality issues after wearing the jacket only a week. I made a video about the issue too. Glad to see another honest review!
I saw your video! The color was rubbing off after a week from what I recall? How did it go returning it?
@@DudsByDel Thanks for watching my video! I enjoy yours too!
I reached out to Thursday on various platform (instagram, Twitter, Reddit, email, etc.) Their customer service team answered me on email, and one of the co founders I believe answered on Reddit. At least they seemed very sincere and apologetic, which I appreciate so much. They let me return it and processed refund.
Therr QC card that the jacket came with also had a bunch of misspellings and it was very suspicious.
It was my first time buying any of their products but was not the greatest experience. So, I'd stay away from their stuff for now. Again, I appreciate the customer service and the management teams taking me and my experience seriously, though. never want to go through that again
@@loneruggedkazuki Glad to hear they did right by you. I know it's not how you feel about it but for me in the "budget" realm if a company is good about customer service but isn't perfect on QC I'm cool with it.
@@gnomersy1087 Yeah at least the customer service was great. I'd still stay away from Thursday's products tho. Like Del mentioned in the video, it's targeting a different customers. I personally want something good quality that last long, and this jacket was just not for me.
Great review! Though I haven't bought any of their items, Thursdays have been around when it comes to fashionable boots (like the matte/washed ones). But in terms of leather jackets.....
Thanks man!
Great video. Big fan of thursday and i'm glad that you put things into perspective.
+1 Sub
Thanks Kevin! Trying to be direct without going overboard.
Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours, Del! -Don in Indiana
Thanks Don! Have a great turkey day
great review. showing what these hype brands are really all about is great to see.
Thanks man. To me it’s not necessarily a bad jacket. It’s just not a jacket for everyone. And I certainly don’t think it’s better than what you can get for $800.
@@DudsByDel at that price used is king. as you know, some incredible vintage pieces can be had for a few hundred dollars.
@@operamatthew considering I got my Schott 618 used for about $350…the comparison is bananas to spaceships
I appreciate an honest review! Im looking for a goid brand and im always concerned with well marketed compnies
I also reviewed master supply co recently! Thanks man
I just received my black coffee roadster jacket and explorer Jasper boots. Honestly the both look and feel cheap. They don't look anything like the pictures. I love the cut of the jacket, but that's about it. Will definitely be returning them.
At least the returns are easy!
outstanding review. so glad to see someone who knows his stuff and isnt some sponsored trash trying to promote the jacket
Really appreciate it man
I was considering a Thursday jacket and your video made me change my mind.
It’s always best to know what you’re getting into before you buy. What are you looking at now?
@@DudsByDel - nothing at this point. I'll be heading to Europe in a week from now and I'll see if I can get something decent from over there.
@@petek2316 got it. Good luck man
Great video, Del! I recently reviewed the same jacket, and really liked it. I appreciate the knowledge you bring to your niche and hope the people who watched my video come and watch this one too.
Hey Lee, thanks a ton. I'm new to the UA-cam game but trying to improve with each video I do. I'll have to check out your review!
@@DudsByDel Well, you're totally crushing it!
Can you do a review of their brown Roadster Jacket? Interested to see the differences!
Sure I can put it on the list. Much of the discussion here will apply. Sit says full grain leather so dunno what it’s made of right away
Hey man. Great review! If u were to recommend ur #1 leather racer jacket in the entire world - which would it be?
(I’m currently looking for a leather suede type of jacket)
Suede racer? Hmm not sure. 1) I really like the Schott Duke even though it’s fallen out of my personal style (mines for sale 😅). 2) Suede isn’t too commonly used for cafe racer styles but you may be able to get one from Aero, Langlitz, Johnson Leather or another custom maker
Thanks for the detailed review! Quick question what do you think of 2nd hand Aero jackets?
Oh i think they can be great. I have one!
But Del, Alpha said this jacket makes me look like a BADASS. (😂😂)
Someone has to burst the bubble 😅
@@DudsByDelas you should man, keep it up 👊👍
Alpha would say anything if he get a buck, pathetic!
@@NiroshanGunaratne He is 5 feet tall
I mean that part is true. It's a jacket that feels and looks great. Just not durable, or to be worn to be rugged. You get what you pay for. For the price, it's a good deal.
Awesome review. subscribing.
Hey Chris really appreciate it!
Great review! I was about to buy a Thursday Jacket and I learned that they use the cheapest leather material available. NOPE, I guess Im spending more money X(
Yeah, it’s too bad. Will be reviewing Master Supply soon. But used Vanson or Schott would be very good for similar price
Hi love your videos, can you help me with the following question, which is better? black aniline badalassi steer hide or black pigment Shinki hikaku?
Thanks
They will both be great jackets. The pigment dye jacket will have at least somewhat more protection from rain etc. without knowing more about the particular hides (like the weight for example) hard to say more.
Really wanted to say thanks for this video. I need a new brown cafe racer and based off a few (sponsored) UA-cam videos I started to lean towards the Anejo version of this jacket which is currently sitting in my cart. Decided to do one last check for reviews since I live in Ireland and returning the jacket would be a nightmare and yup, this jacket would have been a complete waste of $500.
Glad I could help ya make a better decision. Have you considered Aero? You’re in the neighborhood so to speak…they do sales from time to time which could get you down to around that price range
@@DudsByDel I dont know why but for some reason I thought Aero was based in Japan, not the UK.
I'm looking for something along the lines of their Board Racer jacket - a Cafe Racer with a modern tailored fit. Unfortunately, it seems they don't offer it in brown.
@@joekiernan6915 they have a ton of brown options. If anything Aero excels at, it’s their leather choices. Badalassi has been the favorite premium option since its introduction. Be wary of the Front Quarter Horsehide unless you want to work at the break in (then it’s great)
Seems like a decent fashion jacket for dressing up and going out but not much else. I would just pay and extra $100-$200 for a vanson.
Yeah I'm in the same boat. And really you can find used Vanson, Schott etc around the same price if you're patient. Personally I'd be worried about damaging it if I wore it out and about, but maybe I'm just used to more robust hides.
Hey man! I like the reviews, you saved me from buying this one, im going to buy a schott 118, but not sure how the sizes exactly work.
Im 5’10ish 205, would a size 42 work? I wear a Large but would probably layer with the jacket
So I think standard advice for 118 is to size down for a trim fit, and go with your standard size for a loose fit. Do you know your suit size? (PS I’d be grateful if you follow the link in this video description to the Schott site if you buy from them). Also Schott is having a 15% off sale right now
Unfortunately I dont know my suit size haha, but i usually wear a Large in jackets i saw 40 is comparable to a medium? And 42 to a large?
@@CtdnCA yeah that’s correct. It may be a little loose but if you plan to layer then should be good. I’m 5’9 175 lbs and would wear a 38 in the 118, but no plans to layer heavily
I appreciate your review…
Thanks man!
Interested which fit you got yours in? Slim or Relaxed? Thanks for the review!
Hey man I got the athletic fit
Need your opinion on the new Schott Japanese horsehide racer jackets
I think they’re sold out already? Which model are you curious about?
@@DudsByDel I know. They just got large back in stock (probably low amount due to return or something) unfortunately I don’t get paid till next week 😂… p641
I don't own anything Thursday but I did notice only the Black leathers are lamb, the rest are bovine. Just curious, what belt is that?
Hey man the belt is made by Duke_Mantee on Instagram. He’s kinda known for doing specialized inlays and stud work but can turn out a simple belt like this with nice hardware too. I also really like the Pigeontree belt.
I like that you can wear in warm or cool climates.
I'm 6'4 225-230. 35-36 waist. Flat stomach.
XXL slim or xl?
Hmm not sure. Probably whatever of those you normally take
Great. I'm 5'.6" close to 5' 7" and 160. Would the Med, Athletic fit me. I saw another video with someone with similar but they bought the matt black finish, athletic fit but large. Would I get the matt finish in Athletic large or medium athletic?
Hey man I’m 5’9” 175 lbs with between a 40-41” chest. Sounds like you might do better with a small athletic if you like how it fits me
thanks@@DudsByDel
What’s your take on Harley leather jackets pre-80s? Thanks!
Hey man less knowledgeable there but my understanding is that folks hold their pre-AMF jackets in high regard, that would be before 1969. The one pocket sportster racing shirts are really cool in my opinion
Thanks for the review Amigo !!
I was right about to order 2 from THURSDAY 😮: a Flight Black Coffee and a Keanu Walnut jacket.
Do you have any coments on those ☝🏼 ??
Blessings from London Ontario 🇨🇦✌🏼
Hey man! Not sure what the leather is since it’s just called Full Grain Leather…is it cow or lamb? Dunno. It will be simply constructed and likely rather lightweight.
@@DudsByDel Same as the one you got, lambskin from Thursday! On sale here in Canada for about $150 CAD ($ 110 USD) each 🤔 Thanks !
@@brothergerman597there’s no sale on Thursday, that Thursday sale page is a scam!
@@brothergerman597That website is fake bro. Thursday only American site
keep it up!
Thanks mahad will do!
I would love to see your take on Aero Leather from Scotland. They made excellent leather jackets.
I have had several. They make some beautiful jackets. None of the ones I had worked from a fit standpoint…not sure what the deal is but seems like I might be in the category of folks that their neck and shoulder pattern doesn’t work for
Hey man I was just going through my comments section and saw yours again. If you didn’t know, I reviewed an Aero Highwayman recently
@DudsByDel Great! I would definitely check it out! 👍
Looks a jacket made for the more fast fashion industry. Granted 300+ bucks isn’t cheap but I don’t feel the craftsmanship and tlc with this one. Definitely would be a better idea to buy a used Schott or what have you.
Well I’m completely with you. Part of this review for me was figuring out who would be interested in this jacket. Clearly they’re selling! So to me they’re competing with the mall jackets and their crazy unreliable pricing
How would this compare to master supply co leather jackets, specifically their Daytona?
Hey man. I think the Daytona would be more robust- the Buffalo weight they give is around 3oz, heavier YKK hardware. But not sure about build quality or how the jacket works on a body vs just flat
thanks for the response. I actually decided to order one of their "flashier" jackets instead, the Belvedere reload. @@DudsByDel
I Have Two Thursday Jackets. However they Are The Full Grain Leather Versions. Perhaps that makes a difference? Because I Really don't see any defects nor have I Developed Any so Far. I have had them for 7 Months. Pretty Warm too. True Nothing Special but I Genuinely do believe I got what I Paid For. These are obviously more Fashion oriented Jackets so I'm not wearing it while hiking or Anything to Crazy.
The can make a difference. If it’s cowhide I would expect it to be tougher than lamb. That being said, the weight/thickness matters a lot. As does the type of tanning and overall quality of the hide
@DudsByDel it's Still Lamb for mines. I Have Also noticed that for the Rugged and Resilient Matte Black Leather sometimes people get either Cow or Lamb. Very inconsistent.
@@nofillergamingknight7319 yeah the lack of specificity in their product descriptions leaves the door open to this kind of inconsistency in pursuit of low price
What suede jacket would you recommend?
Schott has a few I like- the Duke 370 and their Storm (forgetting the model number). Aero has a really luxurious suede that’s used on their Majestic model but can be for other models too. Folks like the Valstar jackets which are less robust but stylish. There are many many options really. I’m selling my Duke just because my style preference changed. It’s a great jacket
Thursday pays these influencers to praise them, don’t believe it for a second.
I would just hope that folks would give an honest opinion. I think Alpha M is a good example of over hype which is why I included him. But some others take a more measured approach, or simply wear the jackets without any commentary
I bought a pair of boots and they're really comfortable...more so than my redwings. I've never used their jackets
Perhaps, but I’ve had a pleasant experience with the company in the past (for their boots). Never tried their jackets but based on the reviews I am not interested.
@@DudsByDelAlpha M is 5 feet tall and not very Alpha at all. He is getting paid to advertise products.
When I searched for Thursday boot reviews (not UA-cam influencers), there were quite a lot of bad reviews surrounding comfort, quality and longevity. I’m based in the UK so would have to pay a high import tax so was out off anyway, but the reviews put me off even more.
Thank you.
Sure thing man
I'm starting to see a lot of Thursday jackets on eBay now.
Yeah man me too. It’s a good way to see how they age too
Ni e jacket but SCHOTT makes them better. Racer style jacket. Cowhide way better durable overall quality. When a jacket is 5 pounds is thick, good grain quality and if it goes over like 7 pound and stands by itself is an armor like the Schott P613S .
Oh sure. I really like Schott jackets, take a peek around my channel 😁
Hey what do you think of fieldleathers?
Great jackets. Greg seems like a stand up guy. Gotta wait, but he did just add another person to his team!
@@DudsByDel I will make an order this next week, I am not sure how long I should have the back done, I am 5ft 6, I don’t like long jackets, do you reckon 24 inch back length is about right?
@@Tudorguy-zw1ik I’m 5’9 and wear 24” jackets…you probably want a shorter back length than that. Not exactly sure what is best for you though
@@DudsByDel am ordering the Chicago jacket from field leathers, as I live in the UNITED KINGDOM. Black in shinki hikaku black pigment. Binge watching all your videos, you give honest reviews unlike others with huge subscribers.
@@Tudorguy-zw1ikI ordered a Varsity Jacket off him and unfortunately had to return it as the cut was awful.
I’d like to give him another chance with a custom leather jacket just don’t know when.
Hard to pay that much only to have to return it because of a bad template.
Curious if the roadster has the same issues
Have to imagine they will be similar. The type of hide matters, but if it’s the lightest cowhide available it will still be someone like this lambskin
@@DudsByDel after looking up several reviews I can confirm you yare correct
Anything that Alpha M touches is paid promotion
Just saw that he was on shark tank twice. It’s honestly impressive, even if the rhetoric is over the top
You have very great knowledge of leather jackets make review on YSL Motorbike Leather L17 vintage modes stars printed on the jackets.You will grow very soon purey Leather Jacket content in the fashion is very few you can be new on your own one day and a big one brother
Thanks man. I am less knowledgeable about the YSL lines, however I have heard that certain year releases are more coveted / well-respected than others. Would be cool to check one out
Yeah that Alpha M guy pushes Thursday hard. I knew there was something wrong when I clicked on his video. I'm keeping it simple. I purchased a black cafe racer Iron Heart Japanese horse hide and am "trying" to purchase a dark brown Aero Leather cafe racer. Both have the non flappy collar since i ride constantly and hardly ever drive.
I’ve heard the iron heart one is very nice, with really long sleeves. What’s your experience with it?
@@DudsByDel still in transit. Plus I live in Cabo San Lucas, will be a bit till I drive up north to US.
I ordered one of these in one of the brown color ways. It was so bad that my SO thought it was a fake jacket. I seen fakes better then this… she asked if the color was painted on. If you try to leave a bad review (under 3 stars) Thursday censors it on their site. I offered they should make them on par with allsaints and undercut them… 🤷♂️
Oh dang. I saw ThatJapaneseDude review a brown one that the color came off after just a week!
Those palm fronds behind the jacket look like refer leaves...😅
😂😂😂 they’re actually bamboo!
I can pretty much say, they are buying the lambskin at
If that’s the case then it’s only about $20 in sheepskin for the whole jacket…
Alpha M also made a video about why Vincero watches were better than Rolex and then tried to pretend it was a joke. He's completely discredited
Ah that’s pretty funny.
What’s with the toilet paper 🧻 trophy 🏆 in the background? You win a shit-talking contest my dude? Great video though 😎
😂😂😂 That would be better. Remember in 2020 when folks were hoarding toilet paper? Made an agreement with some friends that the first to get covid would win the toilet paper trophy
What you gain in comfortability you loose in durability!!!! 👊🏾😂
Yup! 👊💥
lol !!! 👊🏾😝🤙🏽
Lamb for jackets are purely a fashion material, it's when you want a real leather jacket but you're more focused on the look rather than practicality.
Sure. But there are “fashion” jackets that are more robust, even lamb ones. It would be different if Thursday didn’t try to sell them as robust lifetime pieces
Alpha M also said MVMT watch are better then Rolex......so yeah.....
Hah missed that
Most motorcycle leather makers, make more fashion type jackets in their ranges,which will eclipse this .
Yes, easily. It’s why I recommend going for a used Schott or Vanson if you’re looking for something at the Thursday price range if you want something that will last
Ur wearing a chanel bag basically
Yeah good way to put it
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Over the top!
I'm much more interested in Avi leather than Thursday
I’ve seen them and heard decent things. Would like to try one at some point, I just haven’t gone for flight jacket styles as much
@@DudsByDel I’m looking weekly at their D pocket. It looks great, minimalistic take on J82
It’s ok but I feel like it at the bottom of quality. Just my opinion. Don’t get mad
Inexpensive materials and inexpensive construction…I agree with you for the most part. The silver lining here is that people that want this kind of jacket could find one to fit them
I agree, it’s just a simple jacket & for that reason itself, it’s overpriced imo. The leather doesn’t look high quality & rather dull. Don’t think this jacket will patina well, probably because it is heavily chrome dyed. Don’t see an x-factor or something exclusive either. So for a good leather jacket, this jacket is just bland.
Yeah it’s a bland design. I think chrome tanned drum dyed leathers can age beautifully but this one is just too flimsy to do it
My father had a pair of Thursday boots and they literally fell apart in a few months. The sole came right off on one like it was just glued on with a fake Goodyear welt for looks. The leather didn't look all that great out of the box either. They're definitely a hype brand and all made overseas with possibly unethical practices, who knows with fast fashion brands.
Dang that doesn’t sound like what anyone wants
It sounds like he kicks curbs or drags his feet. I have a pair with hundreds of miles with no damage other than expected sole wear. Also, there is no sea between Mexico and the rest of North America
If you’re paying a few hundred bucks for a jacket you gotta know it’s just ok. I agree that these people get paid to prop this. Probably made in Pakistan I assume. I’m a bit of a jacket snob but you do get what you pay for. Let the buyer beware. Can anybody say “ first world problems “😂
Yeah, I think folks that don’t know could get something that’s not what they expect…heck just look at the comments here on this video! Mine was made in Turkey but I know what you mean about Pakistan
Thursday is so overhyped. Tried 3 pairs of boots and their QC is bad. Just a waste of time dealing with returns/emails.
I haven’t tried the boots but have heard similar stories from others!
@DudsByDel I didn't like that the heel counter on their Captain was so collapsable and soft, no support at all vs. the Vanguard. Their sneakers are better.
leather from Russia
Possibly! Who knows?! They don’t tell us anyway
350… pass
Yeah, too much for what you get in my opinion
This is a fashion jacket, not a motorcycle jacket. If you want to wear it as a fashion item go ahead I prefer real motorcycle jackets for both styles and durability.
Yeah I agree. I do have a few jackets like Schott 370 or Rainbow Country that aren’t motorcycle jackets. But they’re made well and made to last
Basically, everything we buy is crap.
The enshittification of all things 😂
band collar racer jacket with belt panel around the hem and buttoned cuff, it is a non existent concept , pure fashion jacket with no real purpose
Surely. Funny to see it marketed as this just incredible thing when it arrives so limp and uninspiring
@@DudsByDel I think long time ago TOJ had that kind of jacket band collar with buttoned cuff and belted hemline 😅
@@stefanhnavetsea1588 it’s a good point and one I didn’t include in the video. I.E. what style of jacket is this. It’s like the copy of a copy of a copy of a cafe racer. Even including zips on the sleeves would go some way towards a more authentic style
@@DudsByDel honestly I think it is just mainly cost saving the same with no zipper on the hand warmer, because sewing zippers on pocket is more challenging than a single pocket welt, the same with zipper on the cuff and there would be triangular gusset another leather panel and more time in manufacturing.
why is everyone hyping up this ecommerce brand that came out of no where and doesnt have a long rich history like others. does thursday pay youtubers to promote it? it was founded by two cringe mba students. i would never purchase anything from them.
Have to imagine it’s paid sponsorships
well theres no rule written that only 200 year old clothing companies can be hyped is there? thursdays does actually give affordable jackets at decent quality, nobody wants to buy overpriced leather jackets anymore in this economic situation
Their boots are made like poop, they claim it's the same as 600 dollar boots, which is false, completely utterly false. Anyone says otherwise is paid by Thursday to lie
Have not had their boots. The case I see for the jacket is as a competitor to something from JC Penny’s or Macy’s but available in a wide range of sizes
Thursday boots are trash too. Dont believe the hype!
Haven’t handled em. But the selling point never landed for me…I’d prefer to save and spend more on a pair. That being said I do allocate a lot of my spending cash to boots, jackets, jeans, etc
I've had a pair since 2019, walked through Chicago Metro and El for a year... Definitely not trash. Is there better? I'm sure, but they look great
Jacket it ain't worth the money.bottom line
Agree 100% though some folks will prefer it
Don’t compare a $350 to a $800 jacket! Of course it’s not and $800 jacket. The only thing you said that made sense is when you compared it to a $500 mall jacket, which makes the Thursday jacket a steal in terms of what you get and payed for.
We have to set a baseline for expectations. And some folks literally hype this jacket up by saying it’s better than $800 jackets they’ve bought. My point is that it is in fact a more reasonable comparison to a mall jacket. But it’s no $800 jacket magically priced at $350
I can buy a similar ( only better built : ykk zippers , single back panel and a flannel lining with better snaps) for about 80 USD. Thursday is a rubbish company, selling utter garbage. You'd be better off buying cow hide jackets off Sheplers.
Where would you buy that jacket?