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BLACK COMPETITION WEIGHT
The first vest that Vanson ever made was a button-front Hippie-style vest - which turned out to be a great way to learn how not to build a vest. These early vests had lumps at the shoulders where the front and back were joined together, and the linings and grommets looked as though the primary production tool was an Uzi. But this is how we all learn, by doing, and by realizing that there is a lot more to a "simple" vest than meets the eye.
Vanson's classic Zip-Front Leather Vest with lace-up sides is beautifully constructed with a man's formal dress construction in the way the backs and fronts are joined at the shoulder. Look closely and you will see that the connection points are perfectly matched and top-stitched, open and flat for a comfortable low bulk, smooth fit over the shoulder. You will also see that the sides are turned and faced evenly so the lining is smoothly set into the vest and the brass side-lacing grommets are neatly set away from the lining in two layers of leather. Substantial square-cut rawhide laces give this formal cut vest a Western flair and allow it to fit perfectly. Twin single-welted pockets cut into the front give a formal look to the style. Available in either competition-weight cowhide or medium-weight Firenze leather. This vest is handmade, great looking, and is equally comfortable on a bike, or out on the town.
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Testimonials
Your jackets are not only great protection, but they are the most functional motorcycle jackets I have owned (and I've owned a few). I must say that I am now thoroughly convinced of the quality of your products.
This past year has made me more than a lifetime owner/ advertiser of Vanson products. I had 2 wrecks...The jacket and pants still look brand new except for a "little character".
I've had these leathers for a good ten years now! I wear them almost every weekend, rain or shine, and there still good as new (that’s a lot of weekends).
The Mark 2 Cobra jacket is perfect for New England weather riding. Thank you for a versatile, quality jacket.
It is one of my oldest and most prized possessions. My jacket has seen probably 30 of 50 states, as well as some track day usage. I wear it regardless of heat or cold
Just bought one of your suits and it helped me already
Not only do they look good, won fist race out wearing them. Now I have everyone at the track wanting Vanson..
I have had these leathers for two years now, and they have performed well in several crashes
There is no compromise in safety. Buy a Vanson.
Thanks for such a super quality garment. My wife has had a couple of fall offs with little to no damage done!
