Would this be the case for jackets as well TA? I'm going to buy a schott perfecto and can't decide what leather is best.
YES!
I have a few Perfectos and Horsehide is the best, but their Steer Hide is incredible too. I have one particular Schott Perfecto from the late 50s early 60s that is labeled Western Costume Co., brown steer hide. Western Costume Co. never lets any of their Hollywood costumes out of their warehouse so I was surprised to find it. I`ve been trying to find which movie it was used in, if any, and who wore it but no avail so far.
Goatskin is incredibly durable also, but I am not sure if Schott is making any this year. Goatskin is what is used on all authentic Flight Jackets and will last forever.
My best Horsehide though is a full length World War II Nazi Great Overcoat.