Club Obi Wan

theman

indeed... a change in the grading he used compared to certain lengths should have a nice chart with it.

theman

Correct, that would make more sense... So I have this very example across the Wolverine jackets as well... X1 has stitched together underarm gusset pieces with the in-sleeve pieces, but X2 and X3 were used on a pattern base that had the underarm gusset piece/shape as just part of the in-sleeve patte...

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yeah, his former Large I would say is right about at Indy Hero size... his current Large is a touch larger, but his Medium is a touch smaller than his old Large. His old Large would fit me at my current size like a ToD, so would really need his newer Large to fit correctly on the Raiders look.

theman

Hmmm, yeah if your Aero is a 52, then the 50 would do better after all... really surprising though, I find the Aero stuff to have a good bit of room and would place them right with normal Wested sizing in the 44 range.

theman

Excellent fit! Yep, that's me! Very cool, glad they are still seeing use... the fit still good for you on both? I know there was plenty of room in the Dean... the Cap should have some flexibility too, but maybe not quite as much as a Raiders. I got my Todd's Medium in... unfortunately need the non-e...

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I sort of pulled one off today. Ordered a TOD from Wested but they only go up to size 46. I ordered the 46 but in the comments requested a size 50 jacket, larger pockets but smaller than the raiders and in horsehide. Have plenty of lightweight Indy jackets. Wested did their normal screening of the ...

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I spoke with Todd a bit since noticing he was out of regulars as well... I had planned on getting one of his later post-Tony-era-hide version ever since letting my first Coyle's go to Adam on MB, but just hadn't got around to acquiring yet. Decided to grab a medium 2nd while they are still available...

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1" for the stand height, 1.75" for the storm flap width.

theman

The LC/CS is Wested's reproduction of the jacket they made as their submission for Crystal Skull. It's a reproduction of the oddball jacket with the double stitch shoulders (which turned out to be a Cooper/Disney), that was chosen as the template. That's why it is the same length as Nowak, they wer...

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I have never understood why Wested keep making LC jackets with long, rectangular cargo pockets and narrow pocket flaps when clearly the LC pocket is very specific. It's nto all down to personal preference there are some details that have been clear for a long time. ;) It's because Peter decided to ...

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So is there a more screen accurate LC jacket we can order right now? What leather is to be used? Do we get to give our exact measurements or is it just a Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large sizing? I am confused. :? Oh....I would take any of the above LC jackets shown...Chicago, Smithsonian, Lucas ar...

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I have never understood why Wested keep making LC jackets with long, rectangular cargo pockets and narrow pocket flaps when clearly the LC pocket is very specific. It's nto all down to personal preference there are some details that have been clear for a long time. ;) It's because Peter decided to ...

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Frankly some of the pattern pieces I did based off this jacket a couple years ago seemed to match up exactly to the jacket he's wearing atop the tank with the one loose strap.

theman

You lucked out with an excellent break-in job on that one... fits you 100x better now than the "new" jacket pics earlier. Good job! It is pretty weird that a lady will typically buy a new item and want it to stay looking new... and they will also buy a "distressed" vintage look i...

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I have not found a definitive version by the makers out there ...Tony, Wested, Todds, and even a surprisingly excellent Belstaff licensed replica... but all of those did not take on the LastCrusade. :-k I don't quite get what you mean by this. Are you saying that no one so far has made an accurate ...

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I have also sent leather into wested in the past... For size 40-44 you will need about 44 sq ft of hide. For Indy jackets stick with garment weight leathers 2.5oz or less.

theman

Exactly, I am just basing the proportions on the hero size and grading the rest of the sizes from there. The initial run folks would order their closest standard size based on the grading from hero jacket, and I will be happy to help folks determine their best fit. But I won't do custom sizing in th...

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You've certainly got my intrest :tup: Oh and Dan remember to invoice me and get me on the next X1 run :TOH: ZOLTAR sweet, we are 5 firm on the list first day out of the gate... hopefully this will happen fast. I am confirming leather for that next run too Zolt, should have that invoice out to you t...

theman

Taking everything in to account, the LC jacket is a pretty solidly put together piece of gear and not a costume. As a result, one can stay 99.9% screen accurate in its construction. . That makes sense as Harrison always liked the LC jacket best and that was one that he kept. Very impressive project...

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Hey Gang, sorry it's been so long since my last visit. As Stefan had announced, he made an amazing life experience happen for any true Indy diehard... we had an unfettered viewing and fondling of the Last Crusade jacket! Stefan deserves the largest of thanks for making this possible. As we can now h...

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Should be getting this up on this site this week hopefully... This 44 may be available soon too actually.

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As many of you were asking on here about when this one was coming I thought I'd throw up the prototype for you all... just a few tweaks and I'll be happy. 8) https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-2h3kKL7KvtQ/UAQkWjP5wzI/AAAAAAAABfQ/-xBkQM5xPo4/s640/P1060445.JPG https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-WFCHeZ...

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CM - Vanson of course... package with the first one is supposed to be on it's way from Massachusetts now actually.

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Baldwyn - totally agree, as a general Indy jacket this is USWings best offering... but there are better Raiders specific offerings out there.

M - HongKongHorseHide... neat.

theman

Sorry, didn't get all the pics up initially, or a worthy review... Top post is getting updated as I can get to it.

Also, through this one up for grabs in the for sale section

theman

So here's a 30th Neil patterned Import lightweight Lamb... I have never been impressed by the USWings offerings, but compared to the rest of their jackets this is the closest to an actual Raiders fit that I have seen come out of their product line. As far as the pattern goes, it is somewhat decent.....

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Awesome Gorak, looking even better every day!

theman

Tibor - I totally agree with you on all jacket counts... as far as I'm concerned Kelso Mfg is providing the pinnacle Raiders jacket that used to be place-held by Nowak, who had been the first to actually create one off an original, finally giving us all a correctly patterned jacket. My only minor co...

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Andy - I'm sorry if my concerns seem silly to you, but as I said, there have been a few certificates over the years stating great provenance with false-truths... also as I said, at least the Bill Kelso offering has the quality to look like a proper replica. I have no issues what-so-ever with your pr...

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Well I am pretending to talk to George Lucas right now, and he is pretending to hand me all the original pattern work from all four films, so that I can pretend to remake all the jackets and pretend to sell them for $2000 a piece... man, my pretend bank account is overflowing, and I will use my pret...

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Man that certificate really bothers me... "being hand cut from the original patterns used for Harrison Ford in the film Raiders of the Lost Arc" is just an outright lie. Second, with Chicago and the background presentation of the cert, it seems to be implying a made in the US vibe...that i...

theman

Anyone tried the WPG replica bag yet?

http://onlinemilitaria.net/shopexd.asp?id=1913&bc=no" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

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Looking good fellas... While Gorak's looks nice in the shapes I must say the biggest draw for me to this offering was the great looking leather, with the nice thin look and wonderful subtle use of the striation areas. Without that it seems like plain looking Wested standard leather...not that that i...

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Guess we can add pics of Todd's Costumes newest boot offering now... http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o144/irishrocky/indiana_jones_boots_4_600__62462_zoom.jpg http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o144/irishrocky/indiana_jones_boots_6_600__20823_zoom.jpg http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o144/irish...

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Yeah, I missed out on those quite a ways back, would've loved to give them a shot as they were very reasonable at that time. http://www.rabittooth.com/INDYSELL/bootssideB.jpg Another good J Crew from way back is the Duxbury Rugged http://www.kennydrew.com/indy/misc_pics/boots1.jpg http://www.kennydr...

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Here are the Land's End Crosby's, they've been broken in with some alcohol rubs and some regular wear. The heels look like almost real deal stuff, but they're just molded to look that way and they are not real deal stuff. I do not highly recommend these compared to many of the other alternatives out...

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For now here are my Todd's 1st Gen boots that I just sold off... they were the best "close enough"s for the money, looked the part exactly inside and out. Just wish they were made with real shoe leather instead of the softer stuff, but it does make them easy to wear right outta the box. I ...

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Well got the Red Wing Beckman 9030 in, and I am thoroughly impressed so far, just hope my feet make an impression in the boot rather quickly because this is some tough leather to break in. Amazing quality, real mock toe, 95% of all the correct Indy details... all while having a nice subtle lug sole ...

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Man fellers, I didn't intend to yank Zolt's thread into being about my stuff, sorry about that Zolt!

Kemo - I am using a thin cow to get what I want with this one, and yes, Vanson built in Massachusetts like most of the stuff you got to fondle here at the homestead.

theman

Might want to add these...

http://www.thefryecompany.com/products/ ... 7936900979

http://www.thisshoesshows.com/black-roo ... p-345.html

theman

nice addition to the list their youngjedi... And while I can see your point, it is still a long way from $200 to $500... so finding a US made boot at the same quality level as the Aldens, with identical looks, all while saving me $200 is quite desirable. I have a hard enough pill swallowing my own U...

theman

What's the plan Dan? Can't wait to see what's up your sleeve! LC first or all three together? Guess I'd best get saving :lol: LC first, then possibly ToD... I would love to do Raiders at some point if I can source the correct leather. But for now LC getting done is my only focus. Love how your pock...

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I am trying to make just that decision right now Hollow...ooops, I mean Kemosabe. I am dead set on either these Fryes at $298 or the even closer looking lug soled Red Wing Beckman http://www.redwingheritage.com/boots#&f=&m=/detail/9030-heritage-us/9030-red-wing-lifestyle-mens-beckman-boot-an...

theman

I am kinda stuck on using the originals... I have only bought one bag and it was an original from whatpriceglory and I hang it with one of Todd's discount $10 straps from the time. Has worked flawlessly and looking great IMHO. http://desmond.imageshack.us/Himg192/scaled.php?server=192&filename=i...

theman

Arag - Not yet, but that is a darn fine looking alternative boot, and made in the USA by a very good/well known company.

theman

Nice job in getting what you wanted out of Wested Zoltar... that pocket shape is pretty decent. Maybe I'll have to share some patterning revelations that I just went through on the Last Crusade project. Just by chance when overlaying my pocket pattern to some screen shots, I actually matched up the ...

theman

On a proper LC jacket it should look like that laying flat... The back body is still longer than the front body from base of collar to hem, but due to the pattern shape it will lay flat like that. Whipwarrior,exelent jacket....i just got my novapelle lc/cs and i'm happy with it.nice,heavy jacket.it'...

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Yeah I always feel so lazy abbreviating... and it can get confusing. Was that a TNO LC or an LC LC or a Todd ToD we were just talking about?

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RSun - I was talking ToD in this case... although I have seen some nice LCs come out of TNO as well, I have yet to fondle one in hand long enough to evaluate it against what I saw in the screen jacket.

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