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by Ark101
Fri Jul 07, 2023 3:59 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: All of the "Close Enough" Boots?
Replies: 373
Views: 180549

Re: All of the "Close Enough" Boots?

What's the model name for Ali Express search? Or do you have the product page link?
by Ark101
Sun May 14, 2023 2:54 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Wested Destiny Jacket
Replies: 115
Views: 67164

Re: Wested Destiny Jacket

Anyone else get one of these Destiny jackets delivered recently to compare? Would love to see more samples.
by Ark101
Mon Apr 10, 2023 4:59 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: US Wings is the official licensee for jackets
Replies: 50
Views: 50687

Re: US Wings is the official licensee for jackets

I wish they were half the price to better match Wested and the sleeves weren't so long! Love these jackets' strength but just doesn't fit my body type.
Really jealous of that map lining!
by Ark101
Fri Feb 24, 2023 3:48 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Wested Destiny Jacket
Replies: 115
Views: 67164

Re: Wested Destiny Jacket

When I ordered my Legacy LC from Wested I asked for all leather pieces to have the finest most consistent grain so there wouldn’t be any surprise stirations or large wrinkles where I didn’t want them. If I order the Destiny jacket I will do the same so it would look closer to the set pics.
by Ark101
Tue Jan 24, 2023 10:48 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Post your AdVintage here!
Replies: 124
Views: 19040

Re: Post your AdVintage here!

I am leaning towards a Crusader style bash in True Sable.
That color looks so perfect in all the photos of the other customer hats.
Considering the vintage map liner with dark brown sweatband.
What do you think of this quote for sweatband?
“You have chosen wisely.”
by Ark101
Tue Jan 24, 2023 3:21 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Post your AdVintage here!
Replies: 124
Views: 19040

Re: Post your AdVintage here!

Just started the order process on a Masterpiece!
Upgrading from my current Fed IV deluxe which will still get tons of wear after the Advintage arrives later this spring. :TOH:
by Ark101
Fri Dec 30, 2022 4:06 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Wested Destiny Jacket
Replies: 115
Views: 67164

Re: Wested Destiny Jacket

Jacket looks so beautiful! I'll definitely be ordering mine soon in the new year. Interesting they have 6-8 week production time. Going to start saving now!
by Ark101
Thu Nov 10, 2022 1:05 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: US Wings Jackets - Opinions
Replies: 10
Views: 1811

Re: US Wings Jackets - Opinions

I love the durability of US Wings, they were my first ever Indy jacket and bought a few more since they are stateside. However as I have a generally smaller build 5’4 135 lbs I can never get sizing right. Their size small is still huge on me especially in the arms. Lately I’ve had to go custom sizin...
by Ark101
Sun Oct 09, 2022 3:30 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: All of the "Close Enough" Boots?
Replies: 373
Views: 180549

Re: All of the "Close Enough" Boots?

Found these from Skechers, super comfy! Shape around the toe is a little wider than the more angular Indy boots but the overall stitching and design with more modern tread underneath will do perfect for my outfit and every day casual wear. For $72 with discount code not bad! :TOH: Work Relaxed Fit: ...
by Ark101
Thu Jun 24, 2021 12:40 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Wested Legacy series announced
Replies: 491
Views: 132432

Re: Wested Legacy series announced

I’ve never had a Wested yet and this really has me tempted! Just drives me crazy that the shortest sleeve is 23” when I likely will need a 22 or 22.5” sleeve custom. Just pick 23” in the tab and send Wested your exact custom measurements via e-mail. That’s what I did back then since I also needed 2...
by Ark101
Wed Jun 23, 2021 7:22 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Wested Legacy series announced
Replies: 491
Views: 132432

Re: Wested Legacy series announced

I’ve never had a Wested yet and this really has me tempted! Just drives me crazy that the shortest sleeve is 23” when I likely will need a 22 or 22.5” sleeve custom.
by Ark101
Thu Oct 17, 2019 2:34 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: S&J Cazadora 38 screen-accurate (new)
Replies: 44
Views: 4295

Re: S&J Cazadora 38 screen-accurate (new)

What does pricing come to for this SA Lamb version?
by Ark101
Sun Oct 13, 2019 4:58 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: S&J Cazadora 38 screen-accurate (new)
Replies: 44
Views: 4295

Re: S&J Cazadora 38 screen-accurate (new)

Wow this looks absolutely incredible! I love my 2018 S&J ‘38 but man I may have to add this to my Indy closet in the new year!
by Ark101
Tue Apr 23, 2019 12:47 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Lightweight / windbreaker jacket options?
Replies: 22
Views: 1029

Re: Lightweight / windbreaker jacket options?

Wested just posted a “Summer” Cotton Last Crusade!

https://www.wested.com/authentic-summer ... 4275-p.asp" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

MOD EDIT: link added
by Ark101
Thu Apr 11, 2019 1:08 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: What do you wear with your fedora when not in gear?
Replies: 73
Views: 7570

Re: What do you wear with your fedora when not in gear?

I wear my Akubra Fed IV Deluxe and any one of my 3 Indy jackets together or separate with nearly any outfit. I get compliments pretty often wherever I go! 8)
by Ark101
Thu Mar 21, 2019 2:07 am
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Is this Indy's compass?
Replies: 23
Views: 1651

Re: Is this Indy's compass?

Anyone found any “new” similar looking compasses out there? Definitely would be nice to have a classy retro compass to add to the gear without the radium issue and rarity/cost. :)
by Ark101
Fri Mar 08, 2019 8:49 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Advintage Harrison Colors
Replies: 18
Views: 1332

Re: Advintage Harrison Colors

Definitely hoping so! I could also buy a currently available Raiders Sable Harrison to help free up warehouse space! ;)
by Ark101
Fri Mar 08, 2019 1:24 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Advintage Harrison Colors
Replies: 18
Views: 1332

Re: Advintage Harrison Colors

Got an email back from Thomas. He says currently the Harrison is not available in the new True Sable, but maybe in a few months when some space opens up in the warehouse.
by Ark101
Tue Mar 05, 2019 4:55 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Advintage Harrison Colors
Replies: 18
Views: 1332

Re: Advintage Harrison Colors

I haven’t sent him a message yet but I definitely will in the next couple days.
The more I see it the more I feel I absolutely need my next hat in that color! 8)
by Ark101
Tue Mar 05, 2019 3:19 am
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Advintage Harrison Colors
Replies: 18
Views: 1332

Re: Advintage Harrison Colors

Been considering an Advintage Harrison to upgrade from my Akubra Fed IV Deluxe and stumbled upon a blog entry detailing a new color coming soon- “True Sable”. Color looks beautiful! https://www.advintage.de/index.php/2019/01/30/future-prospects-of-advintage/?lang=en" onclick="window.open(t...
by Ark101
Tue Feb 26, 2019 6:16 pm
Forum: Gear Care & Distressing
Topic: Darkening my Todd's strap
Replies: 3
Views: 607

Re: Darkening my Todd's strap

Just got my first Todd’s bag! Definitely will be applying Lexol to darken the strap a bit!
by Ark101
Tue Feb 26, 2019 6:12 pm
Forum: Gear Care & Distressing
Topic: Leather treatment for jackets
Replies: 31
Views: 2243

Re: Leather treatment for jackets

I also have used Lexol on my jackets over the years with great results! 3 US Wings and 1 S&J LC are all still going strong and soft!
by Ark101
Thu Feb 21, 2019 1:49 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: STEELE & JONES '38
Replies: 205
Views: 45595

Re: STEELE & JONES '38

Maybe I’m silly and missed it someplace what’s the difference in the Chicago jacket from the castle sequences compared with the rest of the film and/or the Smithsonian? I purchased my S&J LC ‘38 last year just before their reveal of their Smithsonian trip. I love the jacket more every time I wea...
by Ark101
Sun Feb 10, 2019 1:37 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Wested LC Hero jacket!
Replies: 330
Views: 34469

Re: Wested LC Hero jacket!

Anyone bought one of these more recently? How is the jacket holding up? Is Wested correctly delivering the the ordered specifications?

I have a S&J LC I love wearing but something in me says I still need a Wested! ;)
by Ark101
Mon Jan 14, 2019 5:29 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Show us your US Wings goatskin jackets
Replies: 110
Views: 8666

Re: Show us your US Wings goatskin jackets

Anybody happen to order a size small get a sleeve measurement? Sleeves are always tricky for me with USW jackets in the past.
by Ark101
Fri Oct 19, 2018 2:43 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: USWings cape buffalo hide jacket coming in December!
Replies: 35
Views: 3519

Re: USWings cape buffalo hide jacket coming in December!

Do we know anything about the fit? I really want one but even in the Small size the regular cut has felt a little big in the past. I gather it will not be similar to the Legend pattern which is more of a trim fit.
by Ark101
Sun Aug 26, 2018 7:02 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Best hat for warmer weather?
Replies: 21
Views: 1569

Re: Best hat for warmer weather?

Thanks for all the suggestions! I’m looking to retain the Indy felt look as I’m not a fan of the straw style on me. I was curious if some hatters might have slightly different thicknesses in felt and of course rabbit vs rabbit/beaver combos which might impact warmth on the head. :)
by Ark101
Sat Aug 25, 2018 6:57 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Best hat for warmer weather?
Replies: 21
Views: 1569

Best hat for warmer weather?

Hello all! I currently have an Akubra Fed IV deluxe. I love wearing it and I get compliments often when I’m out. However as many have noted it’s a bit warm during the summer months. Down the road I’m considering upgrading to a 2nd hat on the higher end and I’m curious from the community of fedora ex...
by Ark101
Thu Apr 05, 2018 3:55 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: STEELE & JONES '38
Replies: 205
Views: 45595

Re: STEELE & JONES '38

Fantastic jacket! I can’t wait for mine! :TOH:
by Ark101
Thu Apr 05, 2018 3:32 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: US Wings clearance sale
Replies: 0
Views: 3171

US Wings clearance sale

US Wings is featuring an extra 20% off clearance. Code C20SALE Signature Series Stirated Lambskin is still available. 20% takes $99 off, very tempting. Anybody have pictures of this jacket? How does the hide texture look?
by Ark101
Sun Apr 01, 2018 5:52 am
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: a teardrop crown in Peru 1936?
Replies: 11
Views: 580

Re: a teardrop crown in Peru 1936?

Also remember Spielberg shot Raiders quick and dirty, and also stated he wasn’t going to do a million takes if costuming or hair wasn’t perfect. So it’s definitely inevitable a teardrop, misshaped bash, or other shape changes (more noticeable in Cairo) would appear at some point. Fascinating to see ...
by Ark101
Sun Mar 18, 2018 1:23 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: STEELE & JONES '38
Replies: 205
Views: 45595

Re: STEELE & JONES '38

So what details are most important to everyone for SA? Obviously for most of us factoring in body type and sizing for best fit can take away from SA a little since we’re not Harrison. Is it the D Rings & stitches? Shoulder length? Collar style? Pocket size/style? I’ve noticed lots of preference ...
by Ark101
Fri Mar 09, 2018 12:32 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Steele & Jones Questions
Replies: 9
Views: 818

Re: Steele & Jones Questions

Wow Indiego thanks for all the info! Great to hear about the awesomeness of the latest horsehide you’ve acquired! Looking forward to conversing more when I get closer to being ready to order soon!
by Ark101
Thu Mar 08, 2018 6:14 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Steele & Jones Questions
Replies: 9
Views: 818

Re: Steele & Jones Questions

Thanks for the chart Jeremiah! I shall keep those numbers in mind while I consider my measurements.
by Ark101
Thu Mar 08, 2018 6:04 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Ordering an Akubra Federation IV
Replies: 99
Views: 6273

Re: Ordering an Akubra Federation IV

I've had my Akubra Fed IV Deluxe for about a year now and I love it! I wear it pretty much everywhere and I get lots of compliments. It definitely is little warm in the summer months. Sometime soon I'd like to upgrade to a slightly thinner hat for the warmer weather.
by Ark101
Thu Mar 08, 2018 5:49 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Steele & Jones Questions
Replies: 9
Views: 818

Steele & Jones Questions

Hello all! New member here. Looking for acquiring a new jacket to add to the collection in the next couple months, but would much prefer one that fits me best. From browsing the forums here seems everyone loves the Steele & Jones jackets, particularly the latest Last Crusade offering. For compar...