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3 Feb 2022
I have wanted an authentic styled bomber jacket for decades and being a motorcyclist, I wanted one that offered reasonable protection as well as the style.
This nailed the looks and is one of the best looking motorcycle bomber jackets out there, it also has CE L1 armour (I swapped it for CE L2 armour and back protector). Unfortunately, the authenticity of the jacket is the issue when it comes to being a motorcycles: The metal zip will destroy the paint on your petrol tank and can do so even if you have a tank pad... a lesson it took me three motorcycles to finally learn.
I love the jacket, so have removed the armour and just wear it as a winter jacket off the bike now. If they made the zip plastic and motorcycle paint friendly, I'd probably buy another, but sadly can't recommend for use on any bikes with paint you cherish.
Great jacket, a lot less shiny compared to it´s competitors brands, I own a few and this feels more sturdy but also allot less bulky. I´m totally satisfied, this is a keeper!
Really great jacket. Comfortable, warm. So far riding in weather close to negative degrees, rain, wet snow - jacket just over a t-shirt and I'm perfectly dry and warm.
This jacket exceeded the quality level I was expecting for the price. It's kept me dry in a light shower or two. Sizing was correct and it's a little warmer than expected. Service, arrived a day earlier excellent as always.
Very good quality product and great arm length
First of all, I'm a big chap. 6'4" with a 48 inch chest (Waist is catching up). I did the measuring thing and ordered the 3XL. The fit is absolutely perfect for me with a T-shirt and thin-ish jumper on. I usually have an issue with sleeve length but this is spot on as is the length. Armour is very flexible and doesn't dig in anywhere. There are a couple of compromises but at this price point I've no complaints. No back protector although there is a pocket and switching one out from another jacket or even buying one is easy enough. The other thing to note is that this is a very warm jacket. Ideal for Spring and Autumn, but it is hot in 30c plus heat. There's no ventilation so that is something to be aware of. Other than that I'm very happy with the purchase. Oh! and it looks super cool.
This bomber jacket is a great addition to my riding gear it's comfortable offers protection and looks the part it's also very good value for money the Sportsbike shop as done me proud with there excellent service yet again
Great looking jacket. The ARMR brand has been overtaken by the Oxford company so the promotion on the label (Get your Money back) is invalid, however the quality of the jacket is excellent and a nice alternative to Leathers as you could use it as a casual jacket and it would not look out of place. I found it a bit snug around the middle but I am on the portly (fat) side.
Great quality jacket, durable, easy to move around. I've had several compliments on it already
liked both colors so bought them both-perfect fitting , very comfortable .bought a back protector (oxford) and it fitted perfectly , love the inner sleeve for thumb fitting or tuck s nicely into gloves, great wind protection on the bike and doesn't ride up the back on the move , so far only light rain and dry inside , pockets - five of them , different sizes ,great for phone wallet , tobacco tin ect -all zips work well -feels and looks great-cant put one iffy fault with this quality jacket- very quick delivery with fab communication , a company with 100 % commitment
It's a great looking item; could tell that from the website and it certainly didn't disappoint on delivery. Feels great quality, plenty pockets. Love the orange lining and the inner sleeves. I bought a back protector for it and that fits great without ruining the shape.
What I would say is that I didn't find it on the small side as suggested in another review. I'm usually a large but had to return the large jacket for a medium.
Not sure the manufacturer is still in business as they have a promotion on the label but their website is dead and gone.
After ordering various casual jackets to try at the Bristol SBS I stumbled across this little gem in store. Although they only had the Olive Green colour in store, the sales advisor was more than happy to order the black one to be delivered to my house, which arrived 2 days later, as always excellent and efficient service from SBS and the staff. Have used the jacket in low breeze with a temperature of around 11 degrees. With only a T-shirt underneath the jacket kept me nice and warm, there is an additional inner sleeve that you can place over your thumb, I did not do this as I felt it was uncomfortable, however, tucking this into the cuff of my gloves this added extra protection from the breeze travelling up my arms. There is a very effective wind stop behind the zipper. Have not tested in wet weather, I do feel that with the quality and feel of the jacket that it will also be effective in the rain. Overall the jacket is a very worthy purchase, feels good quality and is very stylish too.
this retro looking jacket looks superb,-great wind protection on the bike , love the sleeve inner going through ure thumb like a glove , ure gloves fit real nice and easy over sleeves , feels nice on and cordura feels strong ,good size pockets ,no back protector supplied but u can get one ,-interior in a lovely orange and feels nice n cosy with good stitching ,-love this jacket as feels and fits superb .
Really good value, fits well, really comfortable and looks good on and off the bike. Not 100% sure on waterproof as only been in light showers so far. Would definitely recommend.
Great jacket, really comfortable fit, looks great!
Feels like a quality product. Well put together and looks good.
Sizing is snug, so if you want more room consider going up a size.
Always had bomber jackets but never for a bike, then I found this one, it's a brilliant fit, and so comfortable.
Bought the back armour with it.
I'm 44" chest, Large is perfect size.
Well happy.
Love the coat ,fits perfect and feels comfy . Not 100% sure about the zip as it feels like it sticks in certain places .
S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | 5XL | |
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UK CHEST | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 |
EURO SIZE | 50 | 52 | 54 | 56 | 58 | 60 | 62 | 64 |