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Vanson Model J Car Coat: Thumbs Up or Down

Soph

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Now I wouldn't wear the collar up but I dig this styling
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German car coat with detachable leather half belt with solid brass buckle. ¾ length with action swing back with zip out Polar Cloth lining.

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I'd like it more if the model didn't have the collar popped - I was just looking at Vanson jackets yesterday.
 

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Originally Posted by kronik
I'd like it more if the model didn't have the collar popped - I was just looking at Vanson jackets yesterday.

I own the Vanson Comet as my goto classic black racing jacket. I have a brown schott racer too great for the weekend. Rugged Quality
 

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It seems as if the collar wouldn't lie that snugly when down. Could be wrong. I'd prefer the following:
 

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Reminds me of this great jacket worn by Pierce B. in TND opening sequence at the arms dealers:
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I dig it.
 

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