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by Shalimar
Tue Feb 03, 2004 12:36 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Never too cold for the lamb... ;) (pic + update)
Replies: 28
Views: 1962

we've seen -41C here in Ont as well.. and my goat did fine w/heavy sweater under it >:)
by Shalimar
Sun Feb 01, 2004 11:06 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Need help hosting pics..
Replies: 6
Views: 372

I might need to take you up on that RF... I'm working on pix of the new goat currently.. and have pix of the "Dead Cow" to show others if they wish in here.. but no Publically avail webspace currently.
by Shalimar
Sun Feb 01, 2004 11:04 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Warmest Wested?
Replies: 12
Views: 636

Well my new Goat is fine w/a heavy sweater +shirt so far.. lil chilly on the coldest days we've had so far but still quite surviveable. As for temps think Canada :P Realistically I'd say it can be worn all year in the weather I get here but in extreme cold it'll show the need for a thermal jacket in...
by Shalimar
Fri Jan 30, 2004 2:01 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: If your on a budget or just want a beater!
Replies: 1
Views: 249

hey.. that looks alot like my "dead cow" that was a cheapie korean A2 knockoff. 13yrs of abuse to "kill" it though.. not bad for $100 CDN. Though the craftsmanship is nothing like my Wested :twisted:
by Shalimar
Sat Jan 24, 2004 12:34 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Pockets - use of.
Replies: 18
Views: 605

You're not alone Mike!
It is one of the features (A2 style actually) that I insisted on wheil searching for a replacement for my "Dead Cow". I use em all the time :)
by Shalimar
Wed Jan 21, 2004 1:16 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Sample trousers now made
Replies: 48
Views: 3122

Eeeek! Just after I got my jacket.. you just had to Peter!

Now I might actually be considered an addict :wink:

We all bow to Wested Supreme :notworthy: :notworthy: :notworthy:
by Shalimar
Wed Jan 21, 2004 3:17 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: A long time ago, In a Galaxy far far away....
Replies: 11
Views: 900

Renderking Fisk> Well ordering her one before I have one would be silly :wink: Besides I don't think she'd wear one even if I had one to swipe. However I'm seriously considering getting one.. maybe through one of my friends in Oz (used would be cheaper afterall) As for Blonde.. she's almost complete...
by Shalimar
Tue Jan 20, 2004 12:29 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: PBB is finally off my back because of someone who cares!!!
Replies: 13
Views: 656

Cassidy... equifax is still trying to charge here in Canada but they cannot charge for such in the US anymore (fairly recent change) and the legality of charging someone for their own personal information here is in court as well.

So for the time being it seem we Canucks are SOL :x
by Shalimar
Tue Jan 20, 2004 12:27 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: A long time ago, In a Galaxy far far away....
Replies: 11
Views: 900

RAOTFLMAO!!!!!! That's classic.. :wink:

I'll have to actually show her this post now :lol:
by Shalimar
Tue Jan 20, 2004 3:08 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: A long time ago, In a Galaxy far far away....
Replies: 11
Views: 900

Addicting? Hmm nah that couldn't happen to me... errr why do I have the shakes as soon as I'm more than 10' away or out of direct line of sight to my jacket? :shock:

As for the Lady.. she tried it on shortly after I got it #-o

Seriously though she;s not a fan of leather like I am :lol:
by Shalimar
Tue Jan 20, 2004 3:06 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: PBB is finally off my back because of someone who cares!!!
Replies: 13
Views: 656

You're quite welcome Mike :) And funny Cassidy.. I already told FH to do exactly that in a few weeks to be sure they didn't screw up the fix as well. From what I know of US laws you can now get your credit report FREE. (Not always the same case in other countries however). Now since I'm not american...
by Shalimar
Tue Jan 20, 2004 2:57 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Goat owners! Please speak
Replies: 7
Views: 729

Well my goat is brand new... can't say regarding wear etc yet.. But it's an amazing fit.. beautiful workmanship. Wested's outdoes themselves once again. As far as color goes compared to the non-authentic brown even pictures really arn't good enough. I suggest asking in here for someone that owns bot...
by Shalimar
Tue Jan 20, 2004 2:53 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: PBB Global - How Long?
Replies: 5
Views: 309

Hmmm I suspect you might have been "lost" in the system.. :P
but don't count on it :evil:
by Shalimar
Sun Jan 18, 2004 2:06 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: PBB is finally off my back because of someone who cares!!!
Replies: 13
Views: 656

Hey Mike... for you and anyone else that has to go through this,, mark the package as "WARRANTY Return"

I'm also going to chat wPeter & Gerry about such since marking it as serviceed under warranty will help eliminate the stupidity @ PBB
by Shalimar
Sat Jan 17, 2004 11:13 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: A long time ago, In a Galaxy far far away....
Replies: 11
Views: 900

Still basking in the new leather smell.... it almost looks too good to even wear ! But I will of course.. no doubts there.. It'll be subjected to the same abuse as was the cause of death for my "Dead Cow". Though it's already recieved a healthy protecting of Pecards :) Besides if it wasn't...
by Shalimar
Sat Jan 17, 2004 11:11 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: PBB is finally off my back because of someone who cares!!!
Replies: 13
Views: 656

FH> As I said before it's no biggie.. Just my using my "bring an A**hole" to good use for a change :wink: You just have to know what to say to make em listen closely :twisted: WD: Money? Well ####.. guess I screwed myself again eh? :lol: Seriously though.. $ isn't everything in life. Twasn...
by Shalimar
Wed Jan 14, 2004 1:17 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: A long time ago, In a Galaxy far far away....
Replies: 11
Views: 900

A long time ago, In a Galaxy far far away....

A long time ago, In a Galaxy far far away.... I researched, debated, cursed and smiled as I decided to order my 1st Wested's... :-k After a "year" I finally have my new Jacket! \:D/ (Well sorta.. it was ordered at the enc of Nov/03 :twisted: ) It finally arrived yesterday much to my deligh...
by Shalimar
Wed Jan 14, 2004 1:05 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Special Requests Template
Replies: 2
Views: 273

nice.. wish it had been there when I ordered mine in nov :wink:
by Shalimar
Wed Jan 14, 2004 1:03 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Elastic or Not Elastic
Replies: 46
Views: 1928

I would agree that it should be an option. I opted for elastic myself after reading through the various information available. However there may be others that don't want such. My goals with a wested are different than others afterall.. and we all live different life styles which could influence suc...
by Shalimar
Sun Jan 11, 2004 5:47 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Ahhh!! Wested Tear!
Replies: 4
Views: 459

Ahh well it happens.. but if it would make you feel better I could send you the pics of what my fiancee calls "Your DEAD COW" :wink:
by Shalimar
Fri Jan 09, 2004 9:54 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: OK! im about to order a VERY Custom Wested Raiders! Checkit!
Replies: 30
Views: 1250

Ummm.... okie :shock:
by Shalimar
Fri Jan 02, 2004 10:22 am
Forum: The Bullwhip (Sergei's Place)
Topic: Defending yourself against a bullwhip attack.
Replies: 98
Views: 6081

Well 1st off.. LMAO @ the pic.. thats a classic for sure :lol: As fro defending against such I have studied martial arts for a long time now and have learned a few ways to defend against a whip. However none are the "safest" going nor would I try to teach such in here. I will however teach...
by Shalimar
Sun Dec 21, 2003 1:16 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: GOT MY WESTED TOD TODAY ! And.....
Replies: 24
Views: 911

Cool! :D I am anxiously awaiting the arrival of my own goat.. and patience is not a virtue! :twisted: Again Peter and Gerry of Wested's show what true customer service is alla bout. They goofed on my shipping charge.. found the error and immediately refunded the proper ammount. And sent yet another ...
by Shalimar
Sat Dec 13, 2003 11:18 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: No more lambtouch or nickel zipper
Replies: 19
Views: 2868

I agree with Michaelson.. and ordered an authentic goat personally.. and I'll need it through the winter as well. Mil spec thermal liner might be comin into play of course to help ward off the evil "nazi" winter here in Canada :D And once again I point out where else in the world will you ...
by Shalimar
Sat Dec 13, 2003 11:11 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Newbie gets Jacket
Replies: 2
Views: 217

Ahh my Goat is in the works. =P~ And contrary to the popular old saying patience is NOT a virtue!! ](*,) Granted I know my Wested's will get here when it's ready but that dosn't make the wait any less killer #-o On the other hand I'm quite sure my fiancee will laugh at me just as much as your wife i...
by Shalimar
Fri Dec 12, 2003 12:51 am
Forum: The Bullwhip (Sergei's Place)
Topic: Proud Owner of Pocket Indy Bull Whip #14
Replies: 27
Views: 1132

Umm.. q.. where did you get it and how much did it cost?

Shal
by Shalimar
Tue Dec 09, 2003 7:04 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: M.B.A. offers pants and shirt (but the cost!)
Replies: 67
Views: 2200

I'd agree with Michaelson that it's a very poor way of doing biz.. and while i'm not personally worried about collecting such I can say that there is not even an ice cube's chance in #### of my paying that sort of cash for a ####. It screams "blatant cash grab" to me... so I say screw em! ...
by Shalimar
Mon Dec 08, 2003 10:44 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Shrinkage?
Replies: 2
Views: 274

I'd have to agree with Michaelson onb this one based on my exp w/leather
and Shrinkage is an evil topic :roll:
by Shalimar
Mon Dec 08, 2003 10:42 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Wested Goat Particulars
Replies: 3
Views: 309

Hmm interesting Michaelson.. I ordered an authentic goat which if course isn't here yet :( Patience is a virtue? Yeah sure come here and I'll show you a "virtue" :twisted: Anyhow has anyone asked Wested's about this and/or distressing the goat? *For some stupid reason I keep getting a pict...
by Shalimar
Sun Dec 07, 2003 1:03 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Wested goat good, stifness bad....
Replies: 23
Views: 1175

_.. noooooooooooo don't say that!!!!!! :shock: I almost broke the bank ordering my 1st wested's to replace my "dead cow" A2 (Korean knockoff) :cry: Though sadly your ideas of multiples are like a virus... infecting me w/the desire to own them all :twisted: As far as flipping a coin go Cana...
by Shalimar
Fri Dec 05, 2003 1:30 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Wested goat good, stifness bad....
Replies: 23
Views: 1175

once again the group in here shows it's stuff in solving problems ~_^ btw.. while it isn't directly related I will be doing some tests on the "authentic goat" for treatments and distressing including testing Tana leather care products which are commonly available here in Canuck lands. No o...
by Shalimar
Fri Dec 05, 2003 1:11 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Idea for us Northern U.S Indy jacket wearers. BBbrrrrrr!
Replies: 27
Views: 1265

Ok Indyblues.. I've got access to a sweing machine here.. come on over ~_^
by Shalimar
Thu Dec 04, 2003 2:21 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Wested goat good, stifness bad....
Replies: 23
Views: 1175

three days???? :shock:

Hmm time to pull out the toolkit and bypass the timer assy! :twisted:
by Shalimar
Thu Dec 04, 2003 2:18 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: What type of leather should I chose?
Replies: 17
Views: 737

Well based on info from others I chose to go w/the authentic goat I'l impatiently ](*,) waiting for it's arrival of course so I can't say yet but there are others here that have such already and we Canucks arn't the only one's to get cold weather. I'm sure someone can testify as to the goat's winter...
by Shalimar
Wed Dec 03, 2003 10:10 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Wested goat good, stifness bad....
Replies: 23
Views: 1175

Did you at least give your jacket some gravol 1st? :wink:
by Shalimar
Wed Dec 03, 2003 10:06 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: PETER or Anyone, Help with sizing my 1st Wested Jacket!
Replies: 23
Views: 1120

No offence intended to anyone btw regarding the 'gut" topic.. and the info I ahve on such is only what was discussed with wested's about it. I initially asked about it in case it was needed regardless of your build. I suspect it has to do with overall body structure as well as weight issues tho...
by Shalimar
Wed Dec 03, 2003 9:57 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Idea for us Northern U.S Indy jacket wearers. BBbrrrrrr!
Replies: 27
Views: 1265

IndyBlues... thats some tailor you found there :shock: Perhaps you might ask if they fix their own mistakes such as hiring her in the 1st place? :-k And yeah pix of Wolverine jacket would be cool =P~ As for liners.. more info everyone!.. I'm sure I'm not the only Canuck here whom thinks it's a great...
by Shalimar
Wed Dec 03, 2003 9:51 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Any suggestion for the new guy
Replies: 8
Views: 325

Only thing I'd add is order it.. be clear and to the point w/peter
they are excellent to speak with even via email
and if in doubt ask questions :)

Then do as I'm doing and wait impatiently ](*,)

Shal
:whip:
by Shalimar
Tue Dec 02, 2003 10:20 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: PETER or Anyone, Help with sizing my 1st Wested Jacket!
Replies: 23
Views: 1120

Just a thought on measurements.. after chatting w/both Peter and Gerry the common request of adding 1" to the front seems to help only for those packing something other than a 6 pack in front #-o However I also gave my weight/waist as well and they said the extra 1" can be added w/o a prob...
by Shalimar
Mon Dec 01, 2003 4:16 pm
Forum: Gear Care & Distressing
Topic: Info on "Tana" leather care products??
Replies: 0
Views: 217

Info on "Tana" leather care products??

Hi all.. anyone have any info/experience with Tana brand leather care products.. available commonly in Canada. Might be available elsewhere as well but couldn't say for sure.

Shal
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by Shalimar
Sun Nov 30, 2003 11:56 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Wested goat good, stifness bad....
Replies: 23
Views: 1175

Aww come on Michaelson... whats the fun of having an adventure like that if you arn't wearing it while tumbling round endlessly? :twisted:

Shal
by Shalimar
Sat Nov 29, 2003 12:47 pm
Forum: Gear Care & Distressing
Topic: Michaelson, Don't Read This
Replies: 37
Views: 1971

I'm mentally scarred for life from that image... it'll haunt me till the end of my days...
Expect a bill for my theraphy in the mail soon. Labeled ACME Mental Health, Dir. Wile E. Coyote.

:shock: :shock: :shock: :shock:


*grinz*
by Shalimar
Sat Nov 29, 2003 11:56 am
Forum: Gear Care & Distressing
Topic: 9mm bullet
Replies: 14
Views: 849

After reading through this I've decided you're definately out of your mind if you want to get shot.. :shock: I've been there.. and done that and sorry it's most DEFINATELY not worth it just to "authenticate" your jacket. A 9mm how no lack of power believe me.. and besides bloodstains might...
by Shalimar
Sat Nov 29, 2003 11:06 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Wested goat good, stifness bad....
Replies: 23
Views: 1175

I've heard the same thing.. but would like confirmation etc before i go tossing my new Wested's into the dryer before I even get it :-k

Not to mention distressing an "Authentic goat" is under investigation :)

Shal
by Shalimar
Fri Nov 28, 2003 9:18 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Idea for us Northern U.S Indy jacket wearers. BBbrrrrrr!
Replies: 27
Views: 1265

Hmmm not a bad idea... any pics of this liner?
Maybe I can find one up here north of the border :-k

Has anyone asked Wested's about adding fasteners to the inside for something like this???
by Shalimar
Fri Nov 28, 2003 9:12 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Recomended Products for Wested Goatskin?
Replies: 2
Views: 229

Hmm.. I'd have to guess that's a bad thing actually :? I definately don't want the new goatskin to absorb water..and given the way I wear my current leather (old Korean cowhide A2) i'm quite sure my new Wested's will see everything from sunshine to blizzard conditions. 8-[ From all I've heard goatsk...
by Shalimar
Thu Nov 27, 2003 3:13 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: My Authentic Goatskin just arrived
Replies: 21
Views: 1306

Hmm interesting... been in Hammytown for about 14 yrs now.. never knew that even was there till now :oops:

Guess I'll have to make a drive to there sometime soon.. it's only 20min or so away afterall. :twisted:

Shal
by Shalimar
Thu Nov 27, 2003 2:20 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Recomended Products for Wested Goatskin?
Replies: 2
Views: 229

Recomended Products for Wested Goatskin?

Hi all! :P I recently ordered my 1st Wested (see my 1st post here: http://www.indygear.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=5715) and would like to know what experiences otehrs have had on the "Authentic Goatskin" jacket for use and care products. From what I ahve read there is considerable experienc...
by Shalimar
Thu Nov 27, 2003 2:10 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: My Authentic Goatskin just arrived
Replies: 21
Views: 1306

Yep I was reffering to the inside pocket(s) :)

And ghosthunting? :-k Am I missing something? :?

Regards,

Shal
by Shalimar
Thu Nov 27, 2003 1:06 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Australian customs charge!
Replies: 42
Views: 1609

My sympathies... We here in Canada also have the GST :evil: While it officially means "Goods & Services Tax" it is commonly reffered to as "Gouge & Swindle Tax" Just one more excuse for the ###### gov't to rip us off! :evil: Sadly given the current state of gov as a whole...

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