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by soulman
Tue Apr 05, 2016 6:05 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: USW "Featherweight" jacket
Replies: 14
Views: 954

Re: USW "Featherweight" jacket

For me, I would say that it's a matter of durability and comfort. I'm simply partial to G&B's lining because it's (for me) a nice balance of both. I've found USW to be a little less durable and at times of higher Temps, less comfortable. But that's just my humble opinion...
by soulman
Sun Apr 03, 2016 7:47 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: USW "Featherweight" jacket
Replies: 14
Views: 954

Re: USW "Featherweight" jacket

I've owned quite a few USW indy jackets over the years and have to agree that the lining was one of the reasons I would end up parting with it. That's no to say I hated it but I personally found it to be not would I would have picked if the option existed. I was always partial to G&B's lining ov...
by soulman
Sat Apr 02, 2016 9:21 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: USW "Featherweight" jacket
Replies: 14
Views: 954

Re: USW "Featherweight" jacket

I'm glad to hear that it's wearable in the Orlando area cause' that's where I'm moving to. Also, having owned the Todd's, if this one is close in weight, then I can hardly wait until it gets here. I've had the "Legend" model before in steer but regrettably parted with it. So I know we'll h...
by soulman
Fri Apr 01, 2016 2:12 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: USW "Featherweight" jacket
Replies: 14
Views: 954

Re: USW "Featherweight" jacket

That does help. I did have a curiosity about what temps this jacket would be good in. I live in Virginia and things are just now warming up and I make frequent trips to Florida and it sounds like it would be a good choice for a cool evening in either state. Most of my activities are rather pedestria...
by soulman
Fri Apr 01, 2016 11:07 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: USW "Featherweight" jacket
Replies: 14
Views: 954

USW "Featherweight" jacket

Okay, so I pulled the trigger on a lambskin featherweight jacket. Over the course of time I've owned all kinds of indy jackets in all kinds of hides. But nevr any that were billed as featherweight, so this is a first for me. Can anyone give me a hint as to what to expect? How featherweight is "...
by soulman
Thu Oct 22, 2015 1:31 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Quick Akubra Fed question
Replies: 10
Views: 602

Re: Quick Akubra Fed question

I deeply appreciate your input. I know I shouldn't be worrisome over the hat but that's just my nature. I have been wearing my hat daily and it's as you've all said; just fine.
by soulman
Fri Oct 16, 2015 8:53 am
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Quick Akubra Fed question
Replies: 10
Views: 602

Quick Akubra Fed question

Hey all! I got my first Federation a few months back and was glad to finally get it out and about last night. However, when I got in my car I took it off and laid it on the back seat just seconds before my wife chose that EXACT spot to SIT :shock: She crushed my pride and joy flat!!!! then when I an...
by soulman
Fri May 22, 2015 5:22 am
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: bashing limit
Replies: 6
Views: 409

Re: bashing limit

I appreciate your input. That's exactly what I'm gonna do, get it in the "neighborhood" and leave it until it builds its own character
by soulman
Thu May 21, 2015 9:18 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: bashing limit
Replies: 6
Views: 409

bashing limit

I have a rather dumb question. I recently just bought a Fed 4 and put an initial bash in it. I did it just cold, with no water or steam. It was okay but I wanted something slightly more "Raiders" So I misted it slightly and put a tighter pinch. Not bad but I wanted a little more raiders fl...
by soulman
Mon Apr 27, 2015 1:53 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: cleaning cotton lining
Replies: 11
Views: 540

Re: cleaning cotton lining

:TOH:
by soulman
Sat Apr 25, 2015 5:07 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: cleaning cotton lining
Replies: 11
Views: 540

Re: cleaning cotton lining

Thanks so much to all! after 24hrs in the sun and fresh air and all odors are gone. Just In time too! The weather here In VA. Kinda took a strange turn and the jacket was called into duty.
by soulman
Wed Apr 22, 2015 7:27 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: cleaning cotton lining
Replies: 11
Views: 540

Re: cleaning cotton lining

I've hung it outside to see what happens. In times past, I have been known to turn a jacket inside out and give the lining a good rinse under the shower head. I suppose I'm kinda hesitant as this lining is 100% cotton and the leather horse. Which I have no experience with.
by soulman
Wed Apr 22, 2015 5:06 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: cleaning cotton lining
Replies: 11
Views: 540

Re: cleaning cotton lining

I've actually just inherited this one. It's a HH A-2 that's in great shape except for the smell. It's rather "musty". There are no stains to the lining but I did locate some dog hairs. I can't say it smells like dog, but just trying it on was kinda offensive.
by soulman
Tue Apr 21, 2015 7:51 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: cleaning cotton lining
Replies: 11
Views: 540

Re: cleaning cotton lining

Interesting! I've never considered that. I'm gonna give it a try.
by soulman
Tue Apr 21, 2015 6:44 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: cleaning cotton lining
Replies: 11
Views: 540

cleaning cotton lining

Hey all, my jacket needs to have its cotton lining cleaned. Simply put, it smells! Have any of you done this? And if so how?
by soulman
Wed Apr 15, 2015 3:36 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Akubra hat sizing question
Replies: 16
Views: 665

Re: Akubra hat sizing question

Sweet! :TOH:
by soulman
Wed Apr 15, 2015 9:09 am
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Akubra hat sizing question
Replies: 16
Views: 665

Re: Akubra hat sizing question

Okay, I pulled the trigger on the regular fed in a size 60. Thanks for all of your input. Now I cant wait for it to arrive. By the way, does anyone know what the average customs fee is for it?
by soulman
Fri Apr 10, 2015 7:21 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: All of the "Close Enough" Boots?
Replies: 383
Views: 200121

Re: All of the "Close Enough" Boots?

Are the Thursday boots true to size?
by soulman
Thu Apr 09, 2015 1:36 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Akubra hat sizing question
Replies: 16
Views: 665

Re: Akubra hat sizing question

Thanks a lot everyone! I'm gonna go with the 60 and I'll be sure to post my findings once it arrives! :TOH:

Additionally, some have mentioned that the older Akubras ran big. How old are we talking?
by soulman
Wed Apr 08, 2015 7:29 am
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Akubra hat sizing question
Replies: 16
Views: 665

Akubra hat sizing question

Hey all! I've been gearing up to purchase a Federation from Akubra and am curious about the sizing. Iv'e heard that they run a little on the large side. I measured my noggin (snugly but not tight) and came up with 23 1/4 which of course is a 59 according to the Hats Direct site. Would you suggest I ...
by soulman
Tue Apr 01, 2014 9:58 am
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Old time Indy bash
Replies: 8
Views: 469

Re: Old time Indy bash

Italiano Jones, that picture is just awesome. I'm truly loving the hat on the gentleman to the right. The crown is just beautiful. Thanks for posting the pic!
by soulman
Thu Mar 06, 2014 4:55 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Northwest Hats
Replies: 239
Views: 23396

Re: Northwest Hats

Here is my Northwest lid. This is one really well made hat you can't go wrong!! http://i1186.photobucket.com/albums/z365/watchmaned/Mobile%20Uploads/th_20140301_111355.jpg http://i1186.photobucket.com/albums/z365/watchmaned/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-03/th_20140302_182302.jpg http://i1186.photobucket.com...
by soulman
Wed Mar 05, 2014 7:24 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Hat Bashing Query
Replies: 17
Views: 905

Re: Hat Bashing Query

Thank you, I'm rather liking this hat. Very comfortable to wear and seems well built. Mr. Penman, until I have a free moment to call. Allow me to thank you via this post for your help. You're quite the gentleman.
by soulman
Wed Mar 05, 2014 12:44 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Hat Bashing Query
Replies: 17
Views: 905

Re: Hat Bashing Query

Here's where I'm at thus far. I think I'm 95% satisfied with the crown. I made the center crease tighter and lowered the side dents a touch. I have switched to using a very light mist of cold water as opposed to the steam and found that it seems to be a little bit easier to "mold" the hat....
by soulman
Sun Mar 02, 2014 12:18 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Hat Bashing Query
Replies: 17
Views: 905

Re: Hat Bashing Query

Mr. Penman, here are a few reference pictures. I figured it best for you to see where I'm at with regards to the hat before I call. I respect that all time is valuable and would rather not waste anyone's if I didn't have to. With the hat, I want to go Raiders with it save for the turn. I prefer my l...
by soulman
Sun Mar 02, 2014 7:26 am
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Hat Bashing Query
Replies: 17
Views: 905

Re: Hat Bashing Query

Awesome! I may just do that.
by soulman
Fri Feb 28, 2014 3:49 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Hat Bashing Query
Replies: 17
Views: 905

Re: Hat Bashing Query

Whoops, I committed already :anxious: . It looks fairly nice and is something I want in the hat. I'll go easier from here on in. I am by no means attempting to clone THE hat but I am more after nuances of the Raiders lid. So far it's not too bad and I intend to give it some attention this weekend. o...
by soulman
Thu Feb 27, 2014 7:45 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Puerto Rico
Replies: 9
Views: 395

Re: Puerto Rico

The USW legend in lamb sounds like a great choice as well. That might do very well.
by soulman
Thu Feb 27, 2014 1:08 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Hat Bashing Query
Replies: 17
Views: 905

Re: Hat Bashing Query

Thanks for the input Michaelson. Thus far iv'e only used enough steam to make the felt pliable. I did attempt the Penman bash tutorial which worked well but I still have some work to do.
by soulman
Thu Feb 27, 2014 11:42 am
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Hat Bashing Query
Replies: 17
Views: 905

Hat Bashing Query

Hello all, I just got (off ebay) a hat from Northwest hats and it is very cool. Well made as seen in other posts here at the COW. It was however bashed in a very TOD fashion. Not bad, but not Raiders. So iv'e been tweaking it a little using light steam and it's sort of close to where I want it to be...
by soulman
Tue Feb 25, 2014 4:58 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Puerto Rico
Replies: 9
Views: 395

Re: Puerto Rico

Great advice. Thanks. Wested will likely win out.
by soulman
Mon Feb 24, 2014 4:39 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Puerto Rico
Replies: 9
Views: 395

Puerto Rico

Hey all! i'm getting ready to move to PR and as most know it's a tropical island. What, if any jacket leather will work well in that kind of weather? I can say I love the USW Legend cut but don't know if any of the offered hides will do the trick.
by soulman
Fri Jul 01, 2011 11:18 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Sgt. David Hack of U.S. Wings finally honored after 43 years
Replies: 26
Views: 1356

Re: Sgt. David Hack of U.S. Wings finally honored after 43 y

Thank you sir for your service to this fine country. :TOH:
by soulman
Wed Jun 29, 2011 8:12 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Side Strap Question
Replies: 8
Views: 563

Re: Side Strap Question

Thank you. I know it probably seems a waste of good cyber space to have this post but man I drive myself nuts sometimes. I've taken the term "perfectionist" and perverted it to a whole new level. Now to get some pics of this jacket up. I thought the steer would be just like the cow but no ...
by soulman
Wed Jun 29, 2011 5:46 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Side Strap Question
Replies: 8
Views: 563

Side Strap Question

Hey all! I just welcomed home my U.S. made Steerhide Legend and I have to say that it is an awesome jacket. I'll try to get pics up soon. Here is my question, I am one of those guys who check my jackets stitch by stitch. I measure everything and am a stickler for balance in construction. So when I w...
by soulman
Fri Jun 24, 2011 6:56 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Beauty contest
Replies: 46
Views: 3240

Re: Beauty contest

#4 for me!
by soulman
Thu Jun 16, 2011 9:29 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Jacket choice
Replies: 15
Views: 693

Re: Jacket choice

It was El Yunque. That was an amazing hike. I can't wait to get back down there.
by soulman
Thu Jun 16, 2011 1:50 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Jacket choice
Replies: 15
Views: 693

Re: Jacket choice

Well I made it back to the states. Before leaving I had one last adventure. I hiked into the rain forest. There I learned the true meaning of hot and humid. The area had spots where the tree canopy was so thick that it was almost night. I hiked a couple of hours in and while doing so I was thinking....
by soulman
Tue Jun 14, 2011 5:03 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Jacket choice
Replies: 15
Views: 693

Re: Jacket choice

As far as climates, there's hot and humid most of the time and then during the summer there's hotter than the blazes of hades. That about covers it. Texan you do have a good point and reason to consider holding on to the jackets that I presently own. The A-1 from flightjacket.com is simply awesome!
by soulman
Tue Jun 14, 2011 1:37 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Jacket choice
Replies: 15
Views: 693

Re: Jacket choice

A cotton Wested would be kinda neat to have and I could see how it would be a bit more comfortable than the leather versions. I'll have to look into that. I have a year before I move so there's time to research. I also have to sadly part with my current jackets as they will not be needed. thanks for...
by soulman
Tue Jun 14, 2011 8:01 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Jacket choice
Replies: 15
Views: 693

Jacket choice

Hello all. I need a bit of advice. I am at present on the island of Puerto Rico and have decided to move here from my home state of Virginia. With the tropical climate in mind. What would you suggest as the ideal choice for this climate? It needs to be light and tough that much I do know. My current...
by soulman
Mon May 30, 2011 3:50 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Todds sizing question
Replies: 3
Views: 198

Todds sizing question

I was thinking of picking up a downtowner. But wanted to know how true to size they run. I measured my noggin and come in between a 59 and 60. Do they shrink a bit? Do I size up or down? Not sure what to do so any help would be great.
by soulman
Wed Dec 08, 2010 7:53 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: U S WINGS "Legend" Striated Lambskin IMPORT
Replies: 81
Views: 4701

Re: U S WINGS "Legend" Striated Lambskin IMPORT

I think the jacket looks great! Wear it with pride. I know I would especially knowing its a one off made just for Sarge.
by soulman
Wed Nov 10, 2010 6:24 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Describe the "Ultimate" Jacket...screen accurate or not
Replies: 33
Views: 1369

Re: Describe the "Ultimate" Jacket...screen accurate or not

For me it would not be an Indy jacket. In my opinion the perfect jacket is the A-1. I love this thing! it has a very cool button up front and turtle neck collar. I have always wanted this precursor to the A-2 but as of yet it remains just out of reach. To me this is my "Holy Grail".
by soulman
Tue Nov 09, 2010 4:23 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Making Indy jacket more winter one :)
Replies: 22
Views: 1187

Re: Making Indy jacket more winter one :)

I have a USW in goat and the other day it got down to 34 degrees out and a fleece pullover and gloves were enough.
by soulman
Thu Nov 04, 2010 12:30 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: What type of leather shrinks the most?
Replies: 37
Views: 1464

Re: What type of leather shrinks the most?

My Wested liner shrunk a bit but it was cotton.
by soulman
Thu Nov 04, 2010 7:23 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: What type of leather shrinks the most?
Replies: 37
Views: 1464

Re: What type of leather shrinks the most?

I had a Wested years ago that was in lamb and it fit poorly as it was a 48r and I'm a 46r. I first tried soaking it in a tub of room temp water and letting it air dry with little results. Once I placed the jacket in warm water (not hot) and tossed it in the dryer on low it shrunk almost one size. I ...
by soulman
Tue Nov 02, 2010 10:46 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: POLL: Preferred Raiders Jacket Cut
Replies: 77
Views: 6098

Re: POLL: Preferred Raiders Jacket Cut

I say SA all the way! Thus far I've owned Wested, G&B, Wings and your standard. The standard is by far the only jacket that just has that raiders "vibe". The others are great to be sure but seem to lack the look that I'm after. I personally would not change the pattern. JMHO
by soulman
Fri Oct 29, 2010 1:34 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: New guy...and new U.S. Wings Jacket...Questions about fit
Replies: 20
Views: 1070

Re: New guy...and new U.S. Wings Jacket...Questions about fi

Hello and welcome :TOH:
I also think the jacket looks a bit big on you. If you are planning on losing weight I would return it for a smaller size. JMO.
by soulman
Thu Oct 28, 2010 7:20 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: A first for me...
Replies: 95
Views: 5752

Re: A first for me...

Very well said :TOH: