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BlueSkyz

I've had both and am partial to cow however goat is lighter and more wearable through out the year. The ruggedness of the cow really appeals to me as well as the weight. Note: my USWINGS VIP was way too big in the neck for me. But it was a beautiful jacket! G&B is my best fit.........last pictur...

BlueSkyz

My neck is small and I've had trouble with some jackets but G&B is the best 'fit' I have found, aside of course a custom made jacket.........

BlueSkyz

A great jacket none the less.....well made,I really like mine,5 years old.
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BlueSkyz

I returned this several months ago.......the leather was really soft and pliable,I was bummed having to return it. The leather was pretty heavy,more so than goat...................

BlueSkyz

A few shots of a USWings 'Signature' cowhide. Nice jacket but I didn't like the collar,I'm a fan for G&B. http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn41/blueskyz54/DSC01518.jpg http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn41/blueskyz54/DSC01520.jpg http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn41/blueskyz54/DSC01512.jpg

BlueSkyz

I want them not to send you or anyone else who buys one,a substandard[for G&B,formerly Flight Suits] jacket with workmanship that I've received,thats it. Bottom line! I said this thread was off track........

BlueSkyz

Pictures are of jacket # 4 And #3,both having defects in the same area. {thank you for finally noticing the difference}As I've said before this post has gotten off track.I have seen as well as own acceptable products. G&B themselves admitted these area's were unacceptable on the jackets in quest...

BlueSkyz

I have NEVER asked G&B to take back the jacket. This whole thread has gotten twisted around and has really gotten off track.G&B has been more than accomidating to me and that was not my initial question. Would you accept a sew job like they gave me?[ 3 times????] thats the question,not any o...

BlueSkyz

Thank you for the great pictures! It just shows me that it can be done. And #### yes I want a buffalo jacket,along with probally everyone else who reads this,but I'm not going to spend another penny till they can assure me the quality that you have shown me is possible. If any one of the collar stan...

BlueSkyz

No problem from me. However he was the one who gave me the grief..........
And Travis is gone.........he had the whole low down on this.

BlueSkyz

The defects I'm referring to have NOTHING to do with the 'wearing' of this jacket. They are from G&B, who admitted they were bad and have not satisfied me with their answers or attitude. I am not one to belabor a point but I am only ,and have been from day one,trying to get G&B to resolve. I...

BlueSkyz

Hola All, I am just having issue with the collar to collar stand area,nothing else.I would like to see some G&B owners ,if they have time,post some pic's of their jackets in this area as below. This is another members jacket and I would be so happy if mine looked like that.............. disregar...

BlueSkyz

Please note that the jacket is only 4 months old.it looks older because of the dark vintage nappa hide.It is why I've been so adimate about G&B offering it as a leather choice.

BlueSkyz

Civil is right..I'm not the one who began the name calling. I thought this was an open forum of mature interested 'Indy' fans. If I had any feelings,he might have hurt them. Show me the pictures...........

BlueSkyz

I keep hearing'I should have returned the jacket',the day I got the last jacket I called G&B and told them that this jacket wasn't right either. They said they would get back to me. They never did....... as far as Rund's issues go,yes the jacket is 'used' but never once had I even mentioned send...

BlueSkyz

Wow Rundquist,perhaps we should take this to the vendor section........... I will say this and be done with it because I have gotten enough opinions. First off, I don't think there is a more loyal Flight Suits customer here and I resent the fact that some think I don't know what I'm talking about,I ...

BlueSkyz

Quite honestly this whole thing started by me pointing out some obvious imperfections to G&B. I have several G&B jackets and NOT one of them show this kind of sloppy work. I suppose it really startled me. I never had intentions of returning the jacket,yes it is 'custom' and as far as it bein...

BlueSkyz

Yes I do like thier jackets and I have posted pics showing that but this problem was something I was going to let G&B deal with,but they made it sound like its my fault. I just want the quality jacket I expected. I am the last one to air laundry in public,I have given them ample chances to make ...

BlueSkyz

I started out with a goat expedition off the rack,it came with a broken zipper, #1; returned it and they made me another goat #2,it was made like overnight,it was shipped to me before I could return the #1 jacket....NOW the collar stand issue started,I took pictures and emailed them to G&B sales...

BlueSkyz

More background on this,Travis Adams[who is no longer with G&B] worked with me the best he could without making the jacket himself,and his manager,both went out of their way to make it right. I think what really bother's me,and I was super polite on the phone,that the R&D manager wouldn't ac...

BlueSkyz

Hola all,Just a quick question as to wether I'm being too picky about quality of workmanship. I have gotten 3 jackets within the past 4 months and all 3 had the collar stand sewn the same way,wavy and irregular stiching,no attention to detail in this area,one side wider than the other. Is this somet...

BlueSkyz

Now that you've had your jacket a while,what do you think??

BlueSkyz

Travis is no longer with G&B................and I am not sure but I don't think they are available to the 'public' yet.

BlueSkyz

3 G&B
1 USWINGS
and if I'm not careful,another G&B made from that beautiful Buffalo.....................
Thats just Indy jackets..................

BlueSkyz

Yea they should be the way your's are,screen accurate. I like my routing,cleaner but blasphemous,banished to #### with the rest of the non screen accurate's.

BlueSkyz

Nice job changing them.I route mine this way...............

BlueSkyz

Just an update . The jacket is awesome............... http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn41/blueskyz54/Nappafront.jpg http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn41/blueskyz54/DSC01934.jpg http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn41/blueskyz54/nappafloor1.jpg http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn41/blueskyz5...

BlueSkyz

Beautiful jacket! It will age really well from the swatch I got also. The texture and grain is really nice..I like. Did you ask for the nickel/rh pull zipper? I agree about ensuring the fit prior to ordering.

BlueSkyz

I ordered a VIP last year but returned it because the collar was way too big for my liking. Otherwise it was an awesome jacket........

BlueSkyz

The shine is wearing off my jacket nicely as well as some of the pigment.......thought about the alcohol rubdown but haven't gone there yet. I have to say that G&B should offer this leather as an option for their Expeditions,sure don't know why they won't..........it is soft & strong[ok mayb...

BlueSkyz

Looks like the leather came from a pinto,like ford pinto.............the ever ellusive and endangered nauga

BlueSkyz

Were the bags 'torn' open or just 'not sealed'?? I know when I got my jacket,the bag was sealed shut but when I got done they were NEVER going to use that bag again......................
Are you happy with the jacket? Hope so........

BlueSkyz

Finally..........lets see it!

BlueSkyz

Put in in the dryer for a tumble,zipped up no heat,and you will be amazed how quickly it softens up. Nice jacket,you got one of the best,it will last another 20 years for sure!

BlueSkyz

Welcome! I'm sure you are going to like it. She have a sister??

BlueSkyz

I mean seal brown..................so you like this leather as an option for the expedition? I think it looks great. I'm looking forward to seeing the real thing.......How about price??

BlueSkyz

That hide is beautiful! Its nothing like the water buffalo I used to ride in the Phillippines...........
Rundquist,your seal brown jacket is really nice. G&B sure can make a jacket...

BlueSkyz

Not bison but water bufallo per Travis at G&B

BlueSkyz

Yes we are both weezles..................

BlueSkyz

That would be a better name for it. It is not a thick hide like cow and it seems very durable.
Best bet would be to call them and check it out

BlueSkyz

Possibly available in 2 months or so. I tried to talk Travis into sending me a jacket to test out and evaluate..............we shall see! This swatch is very light weight,almost like goat but it has a tight grain pattern. I would hold out on a decision until they are in production. Every one wants w...

BlueSkyz

Got this swatch from Travis. Leather looks awesome! Is it worthy of an Expedition?? Lighter leather is buffalo,dark is vintage nappa http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn41/blueskyz54/DSC00018-1.jpg http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn41/blueskyz54/DSC00021.jpg http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn...

BlueSkyz

G&B's new hide,Buffalo!

BlueSkyz

Just got a swatch of Buffallo hide from G&B. Everybody who wants a 'chocolate' color jacket is gonna be happy.[seal brown] It seems very tough and durable but a different grain structure than cow or goat. They are saying 2 months till production.......... And I specifically asked for a rh zipper...

BlueSkyz

Seems to me the bottom line is as mentioned above,wanna-be look a like jacket or the real thing,a jacket that IS meant for life's daily adventures.............

BlueSkyz

It's made from their dark vintage nappa cowhide,different from their dark seal cowhide,I'm assuming,in the finish of the leather. I have to say that,while it is NOT goat,it is strong supple leather. It is all ready showing signs of the finish doing exactly what G&B say it will do, rapidly natura...

BlueSkyz

Dark vintage nappa,mooo,very soft and it has all ready started to show signs of breaking in and the vintage is starting to show.I'm afraid G&B does not want to make the Expedition in this leather,they made it for me as a favor. It is a wonderful leather and should be available to all. I would ha...

BlueSkyz

Sorry,its a sickness..............................its the best jacket I've owned,quality is impecable.

BlueSkyz

From the sounds of it they are about 3 weeks on an order.........

BlueSkyz

You're going to really like it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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