Railcar Black Invader Type 1

Description: The Railcar Black Invader unisex jacket was inspired by the classic Type 1 silhouette. The Invader is our interpretation of the past was redesigned with exclusive Railcar details. Being that it is in the Railcar Black collection, this jacket was handmade and fully sewn on 1930s vintage black commercial sewing machines. Some of the details are double pleated chest panels, pleated back panels, single stitch sewn waistband, cuffs, an collars. The fit is short and you could expect the waistband to hit near the belt line, giving this jacket more of vintage look. The fabric used is a dead stock 12 ounce irregular Cone Mills White Oak red line selvedge. Combining the design, the method of the sewing, and the fabric, this piece is a true collectable garment. What is Railcar Black? Railcar Black is a Railcar collection of garments that derives its exceptional value from being sewn exclusively on 1930s commercial sewing machines using light weight heritage styles of selvedge materials. The significant worth of these pieces stems from these vintage machines, which impart a natural irregularity to each garment, creating unique stitching patterns and character that is impossible to duplicate on modern equipment. This distinctive, one of a kind quality makes each Railcar Black piece a truly special piece. Learn more about Railcar Black here. Why does it cost this: We understand that Railcar Black aren't cheap, but there's good reason for our pricing. These garments are crafted on vintage commercial sewing machine 100 year old collectible pieces that deserve museum status. Operating these machines requires specialized skill, and maintaining such rare equipment demands considerable expertise. Our jeans are made with deadstock collectible fabrics that are increasingly difficult to source. When you consider the century old craftsman manufacturing process, the collectible materials, and the time and skill required to produce each garment, you'll recognize that these jeans are priced appropriately for their exceptional quality and heritage. Made in USA: Just like all Railcar, the Railcar Black mfg. collection are made in-house right here in the USA. We're a small 9-person business keeping talented handcrafted garment production thriving and inspiring other small businesses and brands to keep pushing forward with their dreams. Together, we can preserve the art of craftsmanship in America and beyond. Railcar Black Arcuate Pocket Stitch: The arcuate stitch was inspired by a heritage arch, redesigned with an added "r" for Railcar. Delivery: Handcrafted when ordered and should take 3-4 weeks to ship once ordered. The Denim Fabric: Light weight 12 ounce deadstock Cone Mills White Oak red line selvedge with unique beautiful inconsistent irregularly. Unisex Design: Railcar Black are unisex. General sizing are based off men's sizing similar to Levis. See spec chart for actual measurements. Please contact us if you need assistance.  Sizing And Shrinkage Info: After performing an in-house shrink test on this fabric by machine wash cold and hang dry, the results are normal denim shrinkage. We recommend sizing this to your normal size for your regular fit or sizing up one and using a belt or tightening the waistband cinch to have more of a oversized loose look. See size chart. Fit models are sized up one from their normally bought Railcar size. If you plan or want to machine dry, we recommend sizing up as machine drying will have shrinkage. Railcar Quality: The Railcar quality is one of the best in the world. Our in-house team of seasoned artisans handcrafts each garment with meticulous care, drawing on decades of experience. By manufacturing our products in our own traditional handcraft facility using specialized equipment, we maintain the highest standards of quality and preserve the time-honored traditions of old-world craftsmanship. We are not merely a fashion brand, but rather a creative, skilled, and passionate enterprise that upholds the heritage of garment-making in the modern era. Ordering Returns/Exchanges: Shop with confidence. The purchase of the Railcar is NOT sales final; should a return or exchange be necessary, regular Railcar return policies will apply.  Payment Options: You can take advantage of easy interest-free installment payments with Shop Pay and PayPal as a payment option, with free domestic US shipping. International Shipping: New Railcar direct international shipping service now available. At the checkout screen, you will now see the total, your countries tax and duties in your local currency. That means, no unexpected surprises and transit time will be fast and direct to you. Details: Handcrafted on 1930s black vintage commercial machines. Beautiful natural stitching irregularly from the older machines. Single needle machine irregular stitching design. Triple needle flat felled seam performed on a black Union Special flat felled machine 35800. Low stitch count bar tacking. Union Special vintage bull dog overlock and single needle inseam. Irregular 12 ounce dead stock Cone Mills White Oak red line selvedge. Unique fabric imperfections from Drapper loom milling. Sanforized denim. Railcar signature heritage style pocket articulate stitching.  Single piece waistband with hand guided single needle machine installation. Total single needle construction. YKK hardware. Amazing stitching details cover the entire jeans. See pictures. Railcar branded, made in USA, hardware and traditional washer burr riveting. Cut and sewn in the USA using globally sourced raw materials.