I would like know how to tell the difference between high quality
leather and the not so high quality in biker apparel.

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Clarification of Question by brainfloss-ga on 24 Dec 2003 13:00 PST

I would like know how to tell the difference between high quality
leather and the not so high quality in biker apparel. Plese Be Very Detailed.

Thick is good.

you can usually tell by the elasticity (low elasticity is best),
thickness (thicker the better)and ability to return back to the
origional shape, however kevlar padding is an absolute must

1. Fit. It's got to fit. Loose leathers will slide around leaving
areas of flesh exposed and vulnerable and be more likely to catch and
rip when you're sliding along the tarmac.
2. Seams. Every seam is a vulnerable point.

Owain