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by Hunter Jones
Fri May 10, 2019 9:59 am
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: My new journal by Wested (kinda)
Replies: 14
Views: 726

Re: My new journal by Wested (kinda)

What a great idea! And top notch work. Congratulations! :tup:
by Hunter Jones
Thu May 02, 2019 5:07 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Indy III jacket, by S&J
Replies: 193
Views: 28215

Re: Indy III jacket, by S&J

Odo wrote:
Hunter Jones wrote:Oh my. That is beautiful. Posts like that aren't going to help me waiting for my own S&J jacket. And now a hat as well!
And what if I told you there's a special offer buying them toghether?
More info here...
I took advantage of that offer!
by Hunter Jones
Thu May 02, 2019 3:37 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Indy III jacket, by S&J
Replies: 193
Views: 28215

Re: Indy III jacket, by S&J

Oh my. That is beautiful. Posts like that aren't going to help me waiting for my own S&J jacket. And now a hat as well!
by Hunter Jones
Sat Apr 27, 2019 4:29 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Pulling the trigger
Replies: 63
Views: 3197

Re: Pulling the trigger

Zipping is weather dependent for me.
by Hunter Jones
Sat Apr 27, 2019 8:09 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Pulling the trigger
Replies: 63
Views: 3197

Re: Pulling the trigger

I own two Westeds and while they are great jackets I have to echo Mulceber's thoughts. Are you set on Wested? Wested jackets are great, no question, but I recently 'pulled the trigger' on a Steele & Jones in horsehide. I can tell you that Diego's customer service is amazing and he will take you ...
by Hunter Jones
Fri Apr 26, 2019 8:02 am
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: What do you wear with your fedora when not in gear?
Replies: 73
Views: 7634

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

Sharp! :tup:
by Hunter Jones
Tue Apr 16, 2019 9:49 am
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Temple-LC Brunwald Combo Indy Fedora From Advintage
Replies: 8
Views: 530

Re: Temple-LC Brunwald Combo Indy Fedora From Advintage

That is a fantastic hat! I'm very jealous. :tup:
by Hunter Jones
Mon Apr 15, 2019 1:49 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: The Federation IV Display Page
Replies: 2185
Views: 341337

Re: The Federation IV Display Page

A fine looking hat. Nice bash too. :tup:
by Hunter Jones
Mon Apr 15, 2019 12:40 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Steele & Jones '36 Horsehide
Replies: 12
Views: 624

Re: Steele & Jones '36 Horsehide

Just placed the order with Diego for the '36 in horsehide. Diego is curating a standard hide which is on the thinner side. Truly great service. Now comes the wait. :)
by Hunter Jones
Fri Apr 12, 2019 3:51 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: What do you wear with your fedora when not in gear?
Replies: 73
Views: 7634

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

You bring up a good point. Modern car seats don't lend themselves to wearing full brimmed hats.
by Hunter Jones
Fri Apr 12, 2019 2:35 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: What do you wear with your fedora when not in gear?
Replies: 73
Views: 7634

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

Well, I guess I'll jump in and say it must be related to age. I'm at that age I just don't care. I wear my fedora with anything. It's a tool. A covering for the head to keep the sun off in summer, and head warm in winter. It keeps the rain and snow off my noggin. I've been mistaken for Indiana Jone...
by Hunter Jones
Fri Apr 05, 2019 11:49 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Steele & Jones '36 Horsehide
Replies: 12
Views: 624

Re: Steele & Jones '36 Horsehide

That is a fantastic jacket IJ! Thank you for the photos. :D I've contacted Diego and he said he'd use a thin standard for my jacket if I wanted. I'm definitely going to take him up on the offer. Just so you know when you click on the photos they show correctly. How long have you had the jacket? It l...
by Hunter Jones
Thu Apr 04, 2019 10:09 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Steele & Jones '36 Horsehide
Replies: 12
Views: 624

Re: Steele & Jones '36 Horsehide

For whatever it's worth, I just received my Steele and Jones 36 in standard thickness horsehide based on the recommendation from Diego. I had same questions you have. Perhaps try asking him. I'm super pleased with the results and it's not too heavy at all. You wouldn't happen to have any photos of ...
by Hunter Jones
Wed Apr 03, 2019 2:52 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Steele & Jones '36 Horsehide
Replies: 12
Views: 624

Re: Steele & Jones '36 Horsehide

For whatever it's worth, I just received my Steele and Jones 36 in standard thickness horsehide based on the recommendation from Diego. I had same questions you have. Perhaps try asking him. I'm super pleased with the results and it's not too heavy at all. You wouldn't happen to have any photos of ...
by Hunter Jones
Wed Apr 03, 2019 1:18 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Steele & Jones '36 Horsehide
Replies: 12
Views: 624

Re: Steele & Jones '36 Horsehide

Thanks for the reply Michaelson. You make some excellent points. Thin horsehide sounds very seductive.
by Hunter Jones
Wed Apr 03, 2019 11:56 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Steele & Jones '36 Horsehide
Replies: 12
Views: 624

Steele & Jones '36 Horsehide

Hi all, I'm just about ready to pull the trigger on a new Raiders jacket from Steele & Jones. I already know I want horsehide, but they have two thicknesses, Standard and Thin. I'm tempted by the thin but I plan to give this jacket a rough time so I'm leaning towards the standard. Also, I plan t...
by Hunter Jones
Fri Mar 22, 2019 1:08 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Is this Indy's compass?
Replies: 23
Views: 1676

Re: Is this Indy's compass?

Sorry. :(
by Hunter Jones
Thu Mar 21, 2019 1:09 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: What are the best pants/trousers available ??
Replies: 14
Views: 1060

Re: What are the best pants/trousers available ??

I'm looking at a new pair now as well, so I'll be very interested to hear opinions also.
by Hunter Jones
Thu Mar 21, 2019 1:07 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Is this Indy's compass?
Replies: 23
Views: 1676

Re: Is this Indy's compass?

There are a few Verner type compasses on ebay at the moment. MkVII's mostly. One in particular is very reasonably priced. MOD EDIT: Please refrain from posting auctions that are not your own per site rules. DO NOT POST AUCTIONS THAT ARE NOT YOURS. If you do post links to active auctions other than y...
by Hunter Jones
Thu Mar 21, 2019 11:25 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Raider’s screen jacket side strap buckle & lining confirmed
Replies: 125
Views: 19559

Re: Raider’s screen jacket side strap buckle & lining confir

That is an amazing bit of detective work, Stefan. You have my congratulations and admiration. :D
by Hunter Jones
Sun Mar 17, 2019 11:23 am
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Is this Indy's compass?
Replies: 23
Views: 1676

Re: Is this Indy's compass?

I haven't been very active in the gear hobby for a few years but have been slowly returning. This compass is now a must-have for me.

I found this article with some information on Verner type compasses.

http://compasscollector.com/article_page_5.htm
by Hunter Jones
Wed Jun 04, 2008 4:58 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Wested Custom Raiders: Ironing Out the Details
Replies: 11
Views: 902

You know, after watching a couple of 'Mythbusters' I think the best way to go is to take a body cast of yourself and then make a rubber mould of your torso and mail that to Peter.

Mind you Peter would probably not take too kindly to having hundreds of rubber torsos laying around. ;)
by Hunter Jones
Wed Jun 04, 2008 11:45 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: First Timer - Spec Help
Replies: 8
Views: 683

Hemidall, I would suggest that you try on a suit jacket to determine your correct size there, but I'm guessing you are a 40R. I would also suggest that you go for the gussets and the inside pocket. I don't know how many of those special requests Peter might do at the moment. I'd email him and ask be...
by Hunter Jones
Tue Jun 03, 2008 10:28 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: calling out HH owners
Replies: 48
Views: 2264

I am 100% satisfied with my Wested Raiders HH. It is certainly built to take a beating. The HH is heavy, but at the same time that is comforting. It's good to know that you have a jacket that is meant to last.
by Hunter Jones
Wed May 21, 2008 11:41 am
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Indy Spectacles available in the UK
Replies: 51
Views: 3945

Chestnut was right for me.
by Hunter Jones
Wed May 21, 2008 11:37 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: What a day, Wested HH arrived too!
Replies: 12
Views: 1470

Nice jacket, I contemplating ordering one myself....could I ask what size you ordered as I my concern would be the length of the jacket and sleeves as on previous photos I have seen of the Raiders jacket it can look a bit too short especially the length. Would you also say that the horsehide is gra...
by Hunter Jones
Fri May 16, 2008 8:15 am
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Post your Adventurebilts here!
Replies: 2758
Views: 338801

slowdevil wrote:Image

Needless to say... I'm a colossal geek. Also needless to say... I'm REALLY excited about Indy 4.

J
Fantastic photo!

I don't know though, if my toilet was glowing like that I'd want a bigger brush.

:)
by Hunter Jones
Fri May 16, 2008 7:55 am
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: AB in France
Replies: 9
Views: 700

KJB - We were Nice last year. And I agree it is simply fantastic. Long walks along the Mediterranean, through Vieux Ville, Marche aux Fleurs, etc. In Paris did you happen to go to Cafe Panis, across from Notre Dame? The food there is wonderful and the service was fantastic. I would recommend the Cro...
by Hunter Jones
Fri May 16, 2008 7:31 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Wested tailored jackets?
Replies: 4
Views: 593

Just received my custom order. No problems here.
by Hunter Jones
Fri May 16, 2008 7:30 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: What a day, Wested HH arrived too!
Replies: 12
Views: 1470

The misplaced straps were on my G&B, which has since been rectified. The Wested is very nearly perfect as far as I can tell. And I must say that the there is something oddly comforting about the weight and feel of the horse hide. If you ever get the chance to try one out I would recommend the ho...
by Hunter Jones
Thu May 15, 2008 4:31 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Huzzah! G&B Expedition Goat arrived! Replacement arrived
Replies: 22
Views: 1845

Again, thanks. I would have no trouble recommending G&B. Especially the goat.
by Hunter Jones
Thu May 15, 2008 4:29 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: What a day, Wested HH arrived too!
Replies: 12
Views: 1470

Thanks. It is a perfect fit, I think. I used my lamb Wested for the measurements and then adjusted them to the sizes I wanted. Essentially I added about 1/2" to the sleeves and the body.
by Hunter Jones
Thu May 15, 2008 1:50 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: What a day, Wested HH arrived too!
Replies: 12
Views: 1470

What a day, Wested HH arrived too!

Not only did my G&B replacement arrive, but so did my Wested horsey. The hh is very smooth to the touch but it feels like it will last forever. It is definitely a jacket to take some serious punishment. The horse is much heavier than the goat. The goat almost feels like lamb in comparison. Oh an...
by Hunter Jones
Thu May 15, 2008 1:45 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Huzzah! G&B Expedition Goat arrived! Replacement arrived
Replies: 22
Views: 1845

Bump.
by Hunter Jones
Thu May 15, 2008 10:00 am
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: AB in France
Replies: 9
Views: 700

France. J'adore France. Après notre premier voyage en France, ma femme et j'espère retourner très bientôt. Quel est votre lieu préféré?
by Hunter Jones
Wed May 14, 2008 4:48 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: How Old is Your AB?
Replies: 41
Views: 2281

Received mine September 2006. Ordered another in April.
by Hunter Jones
Tue May 13, 2008 9:14 am
Forum: Gear Care & Distressing
Topic: what do you use for grinding
Replies: 4
Views: 394

I'd use either a pestle and mortar, or a coffee grinder. But not the same coffee grinder I use to grind my coffee. Maybe borrow a friends. ;)
by Hunter Jones
Mon May 12, 2008 3:57 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Did Marion raid Indy's closet?
Replies: 9
Views: 1354

Speaking of women raiding the closet though can you imagine if Indy did have a housewife :shock: and she did go through his closet !!! I can see it now, " what do you need these dirty old jackets for?? they can go, oh your closet is no place for a whip, it will have to go into storage...i mean...
by Hunter Jones
Mon May 12, 2008 3:42 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: IndianaJonesshirts.com
Replies: 22
Views: 1638

According to their whois entry the site was registered on 12 Apr 2008 to a shampootoyou.com.

Let the cash grab begin.
by Hunter Jones
Mon May 12, 2008 3:36 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Not Indy -- but pretty incredible gear!
Replies: 12
Views: 1277

Thanks for the link. It looks like they have some really nice stuff. I really like that leather chart case.
by Hunter Jones
Sun May 11, 2008 6:45 am
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Post your Indy Briefcases
Replies: 50
Views: 4011

Gabrielle, that is the coffee colour. It looks better in person than in the photo, the flash has washed out the colour somewhat.
by Hunter Jones
Mon May 05, 2008 3:30 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Post your Indy Briefcases
Replies: 50
Views: 4011

I've had a Saddleback bag since New Year. They are great, and built like a tank. I've used mine just about every day since I received it. It is heavy, but it looks great.

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by Hunter Jones
Mon May 05, 2008 3:19 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Huzzah! G&B Expedition Goat arrived! Replacement arrived
Replies: 22
Views: 1845

Thanks for all the kind words everyone. And yes the straps were off by 1". Because I was so excited at receiving this jacket I didn't even notice it at first (sharp eyes coronado3). Vendors do monitor these boards because before I could even decide what to do Lee Keppler PMed me with a message ...
by Hunter Jones
Thu May 01, 2008 2:53 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Huzzah! G&B Expedition Goat arrived! Replacement arrived
Replies: 22
Views: 1845

You know what, it looks like it might be. I'll have to check at home later.
by Hunter Jones
Thu May 01, 2008 2:12 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Huzzah! G&B Expedition Goat arrived! Replacement arrived
Replies: 22
Views: 1845

Huzzah! G&B Expedition Goat arrived! Replacement arrived

Hi all, I just picked up my new dark brown G&B Expedition in goat. I ordered it last Monday evening, so that was eight working days to arrive. By post no less. Now that I own a G&B I can heartily agree with the rave reviews of this jacket. Now without further ado, the photos: http://www.kess...
by Hunter Jones
Wed Apr 30, 2008 3:25 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Where to get? - Classic hat boxes
Replies: 9
Views: 854

I'm not sure hat boxes are really necessary. If you've ever seen the programme 'Jeeves & Wooster' you will see that Wooster, who owns many fedoras, just stores them one on top of the other on a shelf in his armoire. Maybe I'm missing something but I think this would eventually affect the hats, ...
by Hunter Jones
Wed Apr 30, 2008 1:50 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Which leather gives you the most grief?
Replies: 33
Views: 1857

I grew up raising cows. On the rare occasions that they cared to speak, many of them commented that being turned into fashionable leather goods was the fulfillment of a higher calling of sorts. It was something that many teenage cows aspire to but rarely achieve. The rest of the time they mostly ju...
by Hunter Jones
Wed Apr 30, 2008 10:30 am
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Where to get? - Classic hat boxes
Replies: 9
Views: 854

I'm not sure hat boxes are really necessary. If you've ever seen the programme 'Jeeves & Wooster' you will see that Wooster, who owns many fedoras, just stores them one on top of the other on a shelf in his armoire. If you have a large storage space a box is a nice thing, but for those of us tha...
by Hunter Jones
Wed Apr 30, 2008 9:52 am
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Where to get? - Classic hat boxes
Replies: 9
Views: 854

I'm no vendor, but I found this link that might be helpful:

http://www.thehatsite.com/hatboxes.html

Edit:

Or here are my Google results:

http://www.google.ca/search?q=hat+box+manufacturer&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&aq=t&rls=org.mozilla:en-GB:official&client=firefox-a
by Hunter Jones
Wed Apr 30, 2008 9:31 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Which leather gives you the most grief?
Replies: 33
Views: 1857

Just point out to all those giving you grief that you are wearing all natural, renewable resource, biodegradable clothing and that the nylon/poly viscose clothing they are wearing are petroleum based products that will sit in landfills for millennia. Then watch the light go on. It's pretty funny act...

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