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NorthernRaider

Hey, I’ve been thinking of getting a jacket in goatskin, how do you find the thickness/weight compared to the lambskin?

NorthernRaider

Post some pictures!

NorthernRaider

So I got put off…. I emailed Wested to talk about what I was after, but their reply was so short and uninterested that I just wasn’t feeling it. I’ve had those sorts of experiences before and ignored my doubts and lived to regret it, so I’m going to learn my lesson. No judgement of Wested, I’m sure...

NorthernRaider

I got off as much of the snow as I could. Then I folded the sweatband out and rested the hat on it so it wouldn't screw up the brim, and let it dry. Just a few hours later and it was good as new. The more I wear this hat, the more comfortable I become with wearing it in all sorts of situations and ...

NorthernRaider

I have two Wested Jackets, in terms of construction quality- one the stitching on the pockets started coming apart after a few days of wear around the house, and the other one was stunning quality and felt like it could hold up to being dragged behind a truck. Both Lambskin. Wasn’t too happy about t...

NorthernRaider

Cool jacket, the fit looks great!

NR

NorthernRaider

FifthChamber- thanks, that’s super helpful. And will do, I’d love to see some pics!

(Update- I found you on insta, but don’t seem to have any option to message for some reason?)

Cheers,

NR

NorthernRaider

Hey everyone, I’ve been considering getting Kelso Relic Hunter in lamb as my next jacket. Anyone have one made recently who could give a review? (And some pics would be great too if possible ;) ) For those who have/had multiple makers- How is the construction quality/fit/color vis-a-vis Wested Legac...

NorthernRaider

For Wested, I'd honestly jump on the Legacy line, with the Legacy leather they're using right now too....If those had been around when I first started? I'd have been left with just one jacket over the last 15 or so years instead of the 20 or so I've gone through....(Soon to be 21...Kelso arriving s...

NorthernRaider

I should also add that this is one of the most asked questions on this forum. If you spend a little time going through all the back pages you’ll find a wealth of information.
Fortune and Glory,

NR

NorthernRaider

Hey, and welcome! I’m sure many will chime in here with their experience, here’s mine- 1. Leather The short answer here to “what is best” really depends what you want from your jacket. Warmth/durability/accuracy/ability to weather? The off the rack leathers are all chrome tanned, I believe, which me...

NorthernRaider

Thanks guys! Appreciate the feedback. It’s been a lot of fun actually working on this jacket. I’ll try to get a pic suited up on Halloween ;) 🎃 NR I really like that Destiny jacket too. Is it naturally that brown out of the box? I really want a new jacket that's more on the brown side. Yes, it is! ...

NorthernRaider

Hey Bear, Thanks very much for that info! Very helpful. I’m excited to get a TOD of my own.. maybe next year

Make sure and post pics if you wind up weathering them.

Wear them in good health, as they say.

NR

NorthernRaider

How do you find the size of the TOD pockets? Can you use them for anything? Are the hand warmers inside the same size as the raiders? I don’t have a Temple yet, and everyone makes a big deal about the pockets being small :) Also, how do you find the collar sits? Does it kind of hang off the neck or ...

NorthernRaider

Thanks guys! Appreciate the feedback. It’s been a lot of fun actually working on this jacket.
I’ll try to get a pic suited up on Halloween

NR

NorthernRaider

Thanks for sharing all that info Michaelson!
Cool to hear about all the history of these products, and awesome to see how much fan involvement has driven the creation of all these products, from this, to the FedIV, etc.
Cheers,

NR

NorthernRaider

Hey all! Finally getting around to sharing some pics of my Wested Legacy Raiders Hero jacket. I’ve had it for some time now and, and I’ve done all kinds of weathering and distressing work on it. I’ve kind of gone through a whirlwind of feelings about this jacket, I didn’t love the color or the fit a...

NorthernRaider

Awesome jackets!
Especially like that TOD! Glad your sizing worked out.

NR

NorthernRaider

Hey,
I don’t mean to sound like a smart ###, but dirt also works really well to make it look dirty

In all seriousness, if you have a backyard or a park nearby just go rub it around in some dry dirt. It’ll look perfect.

NR

NorthernRaider

Hey, I have a Destiny jacket and I didn’t find anything about the sizing unusual. The opposite in fact. As I understand it, the Destiny is just a raiders standard with a different collar and reversed side straps. That and of course, a different leather. (Which is fantastic btw) I would think you cou...

NorthernRaider

Hey,
Your pics are no longer active, any chance you could re post them? I’m super interested to see what this jacket looks like with the mods you described.
Cheers!

NR

NorthernRaider

Wow fantastic looking jacket, thanks for sharing! The fit looks dynamite. Also the hat looks the part too. Gear always needs a little breaking in.
Cheers!

Northern Raider

NorthernRaider

I finally got some pictures of my new Fed IV Deluxe. It is an absolutely gorgeous hat and I'm thrilled to have a Fed IV in my Indy collection. I went for a Last Crusade style hat, using the hat Indy wears in Donovan's apartment and the Venice Pier hat as my main inspirations. It's proven to be a ve...

NorthernRaider

Hey everyone! An update on my FedIV. I’ve had it about 4 months now, I think. I’m really digging how the shape is developing as I’ve broke it in and worked it a bit. It took a long time before I could bring myself to mess with it at all. Ive heard a lot of people say you don’t rush things with a hat...

NorthernRaider

Very nice work, I’m a builder also and I appreciate your process

I’ve been thinking about building myself a block lately.
Thanks for sharing!

NorthernRaider

NorthernRaider

This jacket looks amazing!
I’m in the queue for one just like it

Thanks for posting pics!

NR

NorthernRaider

The jacket came (in record time), and it’s awesome!
The leather has this incredible patina and texture right out of the box.

Maybe I’ll make a new thread with some more pics shortly. Wouldn’t mind doing a visual comparison against the Legacy Hero as well. They are quite different.

NR

NorthernRaider

The photos on their website, and the pics of Crofts jacket actually look pretty awesome. Certainly not SA, but a very nice looking daily use version. Too bad about the price :/ I wouldn’t mind getting one of these one day.

NR

NorthernRaider

Wow thanks for sharing, that’s awesome!
Nice fit indeed

NR

NorthernRaider

Hey thanks for the reply,
I pulled the trigger on that jacket, I hope it fits!
Sadly it’ll probably be too hot to wear it by the time it arrives, ha ha.
Cheers,

NorthernRaider

NorthernRaider

Hello everyone, and apologies if this has been answered already elsewhere- I want to order a wested Destiny Jacket. I’ve read here that it has a slightly roomier fit in the chest than the hero pattern. Does anyone find this to be the case? The website lists the pit to pit measurement for a 40” chest...

NorthernRaider

I really like the look of the predistressed hide, but it’s too light in color for an accurate Raiders or Temple look..has anyone ever tried darkening it with Pecards brown or leather dye?

NorthernRaider

NorthernRaider

That is a really good looking hat. Great photos as well. The Fed IV has come a long way. They’ve clearly got a very good block for it now. Also, the felt looks really rich in those photos of yours. Is that the standard imperial felt or the deluxe? It’s nice you had such a good experience with the H...

NorthernRaider

Thanks for the reply!! Yeah I guess that’s one of the things that’s got me on the fence about the hero cut, just the way it sits, even though it’s screen accurate, idk how it’ll fit on me. When you say the lamb skin isn’t very tough, do you think it’d be fine for a jacket being used mainly for cost...

NorthernRaider

I should add that the quality of the product, especially considering the cost is worth it for sure. Also very reasonable turnaround time for a custom piece!

I would, and may buy another one

NR

NorthernRaider

Hey, I was in the exact same boat as you, wanting accuracy and a one-and-done jacket, I got the Raiders Hero Legacy. While it is a fine jacket, I found two things- The hero cut is not to my liking, even though it technically fits me perfectly, it sits weird. And the Lambskin, while beautifully soft ...

NorthernRaider

Hey, Fretting over the measurements seems to be part of the process lol I don’t think anyone can really say if a measurement sounds right, as everyone is built differently. I recently ordered a Raiders Legacy Hero from Wested and here’s what I can tell you- I followed the direction “measure to where...

NorthernRaider

Regarding restocking.. you just gotta keep checking. They were out of stock and I refreshed one morning and suddenly my size was available so I bought it right away, then that size was immediately sold out again

NorthernRaider

Thanks for chiming in everyone!
Unlucky for me on the stitching I guess. Either way it was a quick fix. The jacket is pretty awesome otherwise, the leather is indeed super nice.
When I’m done weathering it I’ll make a post with some more pics.
Cheers!

NorthernRaider

NorthernRaider

Hey IndianaJon, Did you reshape your Raiders hat at all, or is that how it comes if you ask for hovito temple bash? Also, did you pick a specific scene for the bash on the TOD?really liking the sable color. I did not attempt any reshaping on my Raiders. Just roughed it up a bit. Out of curiosity, w...

NorthernRaider

Hey IndianaJon, Did you reshape your Raiders hat at all, or is that how it comes if you ask for hovito temple bash? Also, did you pick a specific scene for the bash on the TOD?really liking the sable color. I received my TOD Harrison a couple of weeks ago, and I finally got around to snapping some p...

NorthernRaider

Interesting, so far two different responses. I wonder if this is something they changed at some point. Hopefully more people chime in to satisfy my curiosity

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NorthernRaider

Hey everyone, I received my FedIV about a week ago, and the thing is absolutely awesome. I decided to go with the shaping service, I asked for them to put a Raiders style bash on it, and I think they nailed it. The staff at The Hattery are fantastic, helpful and friendly and fast! My order was shipp...

NorthernRaider

Hey gang, I got a Wested Legacy Raiders jacket about a week ago, and the pocket flaps are already coming apart. I didn’t take a pic of the damage (stitched it back together right away) it I noticed the inside of the pocket flap isn’t turned over and stitched, it’s just cut, and fairly crudely. I hav...

NorthernRaider

IndianaJon- that hat looks awesome dude. You wear the Temple hat well! That’s making me consider a Temple style for the next one…

NorthernRaider

NorthernRaider

Great pics, and great looking hat! Nice job with the bash.

NorthernRaider

Thanks for sharing that link. Great look at this jacket!
The pockets don’t seem quite as small on this as they sometimes do.

NorthernRaider

NorthernRaider

Wow man this jacket looks amazing. What did you use to darken it?
Fantastic work!

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