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Yep, that's definitely the Raider's design. At first it bothered me intellectually that the fit was 'off' when I received my Raiders jacket from Tony. But that stopped fairly quickly. Whenever I've gotten a new jacket I would tend to wear it more often than any of my older ones but after a while it ...

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I never used to use my bag much but then I got an iPad. I started scouring the net looking for some type of unique case to carry it in and then it hit me. Would my iPad fit into my Mark VII bag? Perfect fit! Now I use one of my bags on a daily basis for iPad, iPhone, accessories, power inverter, p/s...

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For whatever reason I am not able to cast a vote. But I definitely dig #4 for what I see as a Raiders leather based on the pictures provided.

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Yep, I totally got you. I would be very surprised if such a task were to be performed free of charge or at a price point that the average dog is willing to pay (given the premium being charged by TNO for the current offerings to the general public). My point is merely one should at least make an inq...

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I totally hear what you're saying when it comes to how conspicuous the gold lettering can be. I've had at least one stranger notice it and ask me what it was. I explained that the jacket is a reproduction of an Indiana Jones jacket made by a guy who made them for one of the films. "Hey that's r...

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I would have to agree that most people would generally not recognize a jacket to be an Indy jacket even if it really was one. There were a couple of times around the time Crystal Skull was in the theaters that I received some Indy comments when wearing one of my "real" Indy jackets but I t...

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That a really great jacket. If I ever buy another it seems that Magnoli would have to be given top consideration. That would have to apply to non-Indy jackets as well. I love that you put your jacket through the ringer, had miserable results but did not give up on it. Your jacket captures the spirit...

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There is a magic can't explain. After 27 years I realise my dream. First whip was a rope from the ship. It was 1982 or 1983. Ah, the "rope whip". Thanks for taking me briefly back to '82! Those were the days. Does anyone not remember that feeling when they got their first "real"...

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These are some of the best looking jackets I've seen posted - ever! The leather looks incredible! I can only imagine how they look in person! Kudos to all of the lucky owners.

-dcmj!

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I love the look of the jacket (and hat!) here but this was always the one scene I really don't care for in what is one of my favorite films of all time. I find that upon every viewing, from the time Indy and Marion hit the floor of the Well Of Souls I can't wait for this scene to be over and get on ...

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If asked I would have to say that the Raiders jacket needs to be as dark as possible. Having said that, I love the look of the jacket in the Raven bar scenes. It's probably my favorite scene in the movie since the first viewing at age eleven. It had the whip, the gun, full costume and, of course, Ma...

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I really enjoyed the slideshow. Nice work by you and your fellow cast/crew mates!

Your US Wings jacket looks well worn and loved!

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stevemahaffey wrote: (I would insert some screaming smilie here, but I don't know how)

Allow me to help you scream:

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That's definitely a great looking jacket!

The pic has a Halloween vibe that has me a little concerned though. Is that blood spatter on the table to the left of the jacket?

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Now, I hear there's this trick you can do to it with a pocket knife and a wire brush.... Just kidding. I'm, personally, a fan of the distressed and beaten look myself but that's an absolutely perfect example of a jacket with an abundance of character right "out of the box" and we all know ...

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Hel-looo, Indy! Nice job!

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Just to give the other side of the story.... I'd artificially distress it if I were you. Part of the charm to me of the Indy jacket is that it looks like it's been battered and trampled. If it doesn't have this look then it's just another leather jacket. Yes, you could get this naturally - maybe if...

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That is an amazing looking jacket.

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I am another one of those "more than one" guys though my pockets are not that deep. I can only say that I've wanted a "real" Indy hat and jacket since I was eleven years old and was motivated to rearrange finances, sometimes not smartly, to be able to get a great jacket and great...

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People will have to make their mind up based on what has been offered I guess. This is not aimed directly you, YJ. I am just drawn to that statement. This seems to imply that what has been "offered" is of limited value. Very often around here unless someone's statement comes with some typ...

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Hi Tony,

Now you've gone and done it! The myth is busted. The greatest trick the devil ever pulled was convincing the world he didn't exist. And here you are!

All kidding aside, welcome, my friend! Sorry I missed your entrance!

DCMJ!

-Be honest and be yourself...always!!!

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IMO, if you can wear A in positions other than standing (sitting, throwing, etc) without it feeling too restrictive then I would probably go for that one. In appearance given the shots that you've shown they both actually look good to me, one maybe more slightly tailored in appearance than the other...

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Han, that's quite a nice collection you've got there. That's really a nice demonstration of the overall appearance of the different leather types with that particular series of photos. I highly agree with the others that mentioned that the Indy spirit is captured perfectly in each one. Very, very ni...

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CS is cowhide.

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i heard that wested's sizing chart is a little wonky when compared to your delivered product. i know holt could confirm for sure. I can attest to "a little wonky" at least in years past. I have measured an OTR Wested Raiders and compared those measurements to what the Wested web site show...

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I sound concerned right?...yet sometimes I wanna throw it on the ground outside; pick it up as it scrapes across the cement and watch my shadow put it on like Harrison in CS Scene 1 (I'd bet at least half of you have already done it!!) :H: I can still feel like a lil kid after 30 years!!!...Who car...

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The thing that I find most intriguing is the exact different approach people are taking when it comes to Tony's jackets. I haven't counted but I think that "I could buy three or four <insert vendor other than TN here> jackets for what Tony's cost" is heard a lot more often around here than...

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knibs7 wrote:Nice JMO but i think it looks pretty much the same as Wested's...

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That's a fair enough statement. But of the Wested and Nowak jackets that I've owned and worn the comparison stops there - at the computer screen. They just look pretty much the same. After that is the truly big difference.

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mikey517 wrote:Junior, I was with you 'till the Red Sox sweatshirt!!

All of my closest friends and family members that like baseball are all Yankees fans yet somehow we still get along!

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Michaelson wrote:
Just a thought to mull over while you're chewing around the edge of this 'problem'.

Regards! Michaelson

Well if your chewing on the edges of course they're gonna get short!

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Screen accurate or not it looks spectacular!

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Very nice work! I wouldn't go any further. It looks perfect!

DCMJ!

I say whoa dragon! -y. sam

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That's a very nice looking jacket. I agree with Holt that it looks a little long or maybe even a little bit large. My eyes are probably drawn into that because the jacket is so new and shiny. Wait till it starts to break in a little bit. I would love to see a post of a new photo someday after she's ...

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I've gotten a few Indy comments on the hat. There were a few only Indy comments that I can recall on the jacket(s) most having come from from friends and family who already know that it is an Indy jacket. The one that has most amused me so far when it comes to someone commenting on my Indy jackets: ...

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I'll go with, when my clothes match. But then I'm a lot less picky than some. ;) For example, yesterday was spent moving heavy furniture from our house to various relatives all over town. It was about 30 degrees outside and I was wearing shorts, sneakers, a Red Sox sweatshirt and my trusty AB. Hey, ...

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Are there only wait times for customs not OTR? Yes, mileage may vary. I learned that OTR does not necessarily mean "In Stock". If they happen to not have any of the size that you want left in stock then there is still a little bit of lead time necessary to actually make the jacket. I reme...

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Yes knibs no one would be bored. The big question is, where's the video? ;-) :) Ya know? That's not a far-fetched idea by any means. As far as I know there's nobody even driving in that lane so it could be at least a little lucrative if you've got the skills and necessary tools to make it happen. W...

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Yes, thanks again for taking the time to share.

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That was a really great article. The accompanying photos were pretty excellent as well. And of course I love the quote, "I'm an armchair Indiana Jones.".

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Ditto. I would certainly not be bored if you were to break down the details on your magnificent work at all. Based on the quality of your work it would almost merit a sticky to me because everyone that is considering performing "expedited" wear and tear on an Indy jacket is always looking ...

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McFly wrote:I really want to make mine look like that when I get it. Seriously... Knibs - what did you do?! You're killing me here!

Shane

He infiltrated Skywalker Ranch?

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Sorry for the sweatpants but I'm sick at the moment so when I stay at home I don't dress up :oops: http://img6.imageshack.us/img6/7066/dsc00243vk6.jpg Uh, I'll say your sick! That looks like a really severe case of Pixelitis! Is it affecting only your head or is it spreading to the rest of your bod...

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You've been away too long again _ :lol: Thanks.... I've been busy selecting colors... Apparently "I don't care" is not an acceptable position... "I don't care" Should be the commercial name of a whole color line :lol: (There are some colors it probably shouldn't include though :...

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The jacket looks really awesome. You will love it more and more every day. Indiana G worded it best when he said described how it molds and how it was like a "creature". Now that there are a few more jackets out there being posted you can really see how no two are exactly alike yet they ar...

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RCSignals wrote:It's hard to be stealthy when your jacket squeaks and creaks

Yeah, because when you're trying to sneak up on a stormtrooper he'll hear you and turn around while he sends his buddy off on a speederbike to...

Oh - wait, wrong movie!

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Now that's an overhaul! Very nice job, Wested.

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Kt Templar wrote:And if you do actually live near Wembley..... Go and visit Wested!!!

OMG yes. No question about that. You have the best chance of everything working out to your expectations if you visit in person!

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I would go so far as to contact them directly no matter what option you go with. You can never have/give to much information when you are spending your hard earned cash! I was able to resolve many questions in the past with a couple of simple emails. You mileage may vary.

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