Club Obi Wan

Raider S

I also like Mark's work but missed this one! Interesting how he said Raiders/Indy influenced his own choice of careers. Any word from anyone if Indy is carrying a gun in the new film? I'd guess maybe, just maybe in the opening sequence but not in the rest of the film other than possibly using acqui...

Raider S

Fun overview of all the guns Indy has used by popular historian Mark Felton:

Raider S

Thanks for the replies. If this is how all this leather responds to water and a spin they really should think about a "factory" treatment. It may add some cost to the process but would be a huge hit. About the lining, the one time I washed a jacket (USW goat, btw) I managed to rip the lini...

Raider S

It just seems like the high points or the top of the bumps have been distressed as there is a change in color and looks sanded. I'm speaking mostly about the top of the sleeve. I should have made my original post clearer. EDIT: I've done a little distressing on one of my jackets lately so that's wha...

Raider S

On topic though? She arrived this morning. Fit is perfect. Threw her in the wash. Cold water. She's going to air dry. Don't want to lose any size. ... Before http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w76/Patterson_cow/5949b9a9.jpg After same spot http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w76/Patterson_cow/b6feed...

Raider S

Wow, those pockets do seem to take up nearly the whole front of the jacket. The almost start at the armpit. Maybe adding an inch to the length of the front and moving them down would make the looks better.

Raider S

Too funny. I cut out and kept those things also. On one box there was his signature, the odd little happy face, then 'Only in America!' underneath. FedEx guys must have taken notice. He even drew happy faces on the backs of a few swatches.

Raider S

Hard to believe this thread will no longer be filled with new jackets; all which I would've been envious of (like that awesome ToD 'Happy Cow') and wanted for myself. Never saw one that wasn't better than the last. In honor of Tony's artistry, here are my Nowak Originals. I was so psyched I even too...

Raider S

ps- I still don't understand why there is a debate with the dock scene. Whether or not the soundstage footage ever saw the light of day does not mean that it wasn't shot. If it raises questions, then that's what this place is for. But why would one question that Paterson has receipts for it, consid...

Raider S

Rick, I think you mentioned that in the last discussion. And yes, I agree. But that doesn't make it so in this case. Why duplicate, to the level of cracks in the walls, a physical location that isn't even shown in any other scenes? I know in the earlier thread about this myself and (I believe) Yojim...

Raider S

_, you edit your posts so quickly one can't even quote them! :D No need, insults on a message board don't ruffle my feathers. ;) Again, you can go to Google Earth, find the sub pens in La Rochelle and see the exact deatails of the scene in question. Why these details would be reproduced and matched ...

Raider S

Understood - I've come to realize that there are folks who will not believe some things no matter what you show them. When I'm shown something tangible, anything, actually, to give credence a full-scale pier and ship were built as a set to film the brief exterior scenes of boarding the Bantu Wind, ...

Raider S

The exterior scenes of boarding the Bantu Wind (either filmed day for night or at night) were shot in La Rochelle, France at the WW2 U-Boat pens. This is a deep-watet, protected harbor still in use toady. This was the same location used in the film 'Das Boot' (everyone know's the full-scale submarin...

Raider S

PSB, since the thread is already here, can we see a photo of the shoulder area you describe?

PS - I REALLY like all the belmishes on my jackets (Nowak and other's) and your spot is pretty small to worry over.

Raider S

Check under the custom section. Best of luck.

Raider S

I'll take two: a CS and an LC.

Raider S

agent5 wrote:I wish I had a jacket to say thank you for...

Maybe for Christmas Tony will be supplying some gratis jackets.

Raider S

Looks like goat hide I'm familiar with albeit somewhat more pebbly than my goat jacket from Tony but right in line with some samples he's sent me of his other offerings. As for the blemish it seems tiny and not somthing I'd be concerned about. It seems like it could be a natural "range mark&quo...

Raider S

Tony Nowak, we love your style! Take care and don't work too hard.

Raider S

The washed goat from wested is more substantial then the Todd's. It will also keep me warm throughout the winter. It's SA is close in design, but it doesn't move like the Raiders jacket. I believe it would save my skin in a scrape however as it feels very durable. I don't know what your winter is, ...

Raider S

Good point Rundquist. Yes, always good to be respectful of others' time; that can mean just trusting a guy to do his job. Then again, Tony sometimes calls (usually late at night!) just to say hello and will shoot the breeze during that time your order is in progress. Maybe as he has gotten busier th...

Raider S

Clutters, it's completely up to you but ask Tony his opinion on features you may or may not want. We're just customers on a message board and will all have our own suggestions, but he's the guy with the expertise!

Raider S

bigrex wrote:I've been waiting for someone to do this; allowing Tony to create a hybrid jacket that would be a nice custom jacket befitting of the individual.

I think there've been previous examples of people mixing parts of jackets to get hybrids from Tony. CS with tighter sleeves, etc.

Raider S

Or get a few.

Yep, Tony is the master and his work is worth every penny once you get the jacket in your hands and realize what it meants to own one!

Raider S

Like I said, ask Tony's opinion on the facings. They do improve the look of the jacket when worn open and Tony makes sure to closely match the leather facing with the outside leather. As for the second inside map pocket, I love mine and it doesn't affect the look or fit as Tony makes them quite disc...

Raider S

Mitch, my goat would be close to the Supreme Goat but with more of a brownish undertone. I think you would really like the Nowak Goat but as said before get some samples from Tony - you'll want one of each but after you take the sample, get it wet, sand it, etc. it will be much better than going by ...

Raider S

The facing doesn't affect the look of the jacket as much a people think, you still get the wavy zipper, and it only adds to the life of the jacket. Tony will give you his opinion.

Also, Tony's 2nd inside "map", or horizontal, pocket is a great feature and doesn't change the look either.

Raider S

Mitch, here's my goat jacket after about six months of wear. Tony's jackets have tons of character from the minute you open the FedEx package. Please note this goat was from a limited amount of a decades old vintage hide he had on hand and made only two jackets from, but I wanted you to see it as it...

Raider S

I think there's more than enough info on COW to narrow it down. Call Tony, buy a jacket and get leather samples - he'll talk you through it all. For a Raider's I think the 747 is the best if you don't want to go the shrunk lamb route - I love this jacket and wouldn't change a thing about it. http://...

Raider S

For the price, with nothing about it custom, I've never felt G&B has much of an Indy vibe. USW are good quality jackets but with accuracy issue. There's also Todd's custom jacket. Or keep saving.

Raider S

I haven't taken mine off in a month!

Great jackets guys and I think you'll find it only gets better in short order. Get it wet and your sleeves will look superb.

Raider S

To be very honest, I don't care for the way that leather aged - smooth, little grain, and stark undertones. If it were mine, I'd yank out what remains of the lining (or try to patch it myself with an old shirt or material I had on hand), then going to town giving it a sandpaper distress, Pecard it a...

Raider S

DHW, I also have a 747 and it's spectacular - you will love that thing! After getting it wet the sleeves have wrinkled up just like the ones in the photo. Also, my goat jacket has facings and gets wave in the zipper, so don't sweat it. Tony is right about the jacket lasting longer and I think you'll...

Raider S

Before you take as gospel any information on the exact prices of Tony's leather choices, you really need to speak with him directly. He does have some leathers that are $950 but not all are. I can't say for certain all the goat are the same price. And, what will the final price of that Magnoli or To...

Raider S

Solo, you're asking for a complete custom with tweaks and you are also wanting something to last 20 years. In all honesty you won't find that for $300. Not sure why the Halloween deadline matters with something you plan to wear for so long - I mean you already have an Indy jacket for your costume th...

Raider S

As far as I'm concerned (and some others, too) there's only one choice if you want a complete custom with just about any leather you could imagine and 100% great service to boot: Tony Nowak. You can get all but a few of his more "exotic" leather choices for $775, including FedEx shipping t...

Raider S

Maybe I have a different take here, but 8 years for a leather jacket shouldn't be that old. I've seen guys wearing A2 sytle jackets purchased/issued while in the service 2 or 3 decades earlier that, while certainly looking "vintage", are still in great shape and worn on a regular basis. I ...

Raider S

Holt, welcome to the dark side of the force... In all seriousness, tell Tony what you're hoping to see in a leather then try to get samples. I know people will try to describe them but having something in your hands is best even though it's still just a small piece. Out of ten or so samples I have, ...

Raider S

I love the American flag tag on the inside! Did you ask for that, or is that an option? Travis Thanks Travis. The flag is something I came up with for my Indy and inspired by the blood chits seen on WWII flyers jackets. The goat was my first jacket and my request was to have the embroidery and Nowa...

Raider S

Holy Goat is one of a number of goat leathers he has but is not the newest. Best bet is to contact him and get samples. I just got two new samples and one is very vintage like and amazingly stiff. He doesn't name everything - at least not as soon as he has them or develops them. I don't have a CS so...

Raider S

I should note this is one of the decads old goat leathers Tony had in his shop and had enough to make two jackets from. This is one and Han Jones has the other in a beautiful ToD. But I just got a couple samples of new goat that will be up for a Pepsi Challenge against anything out there. My feeling...

Raider S

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y160/tacophoto/duo_1.jpg The vintage goat (left) has been worn for several months and the 747 cow is new in that photo http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y160/tacophoto/duo_2.jpg Goat and cow http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y160/tacophoto/duo_3.jpg Inside of the new ...

Raider S

A pair of aces - #003 and #004:

The vintage goat (left) has been worn for several months and the 747 cow is new in that photo

Inside of the new one

Raider S

Holt, you want me to send you my goat samples? You got a FedEx number?

Raider S

Dog, I don't want to rag on your photo skills but you got to get some natural light shots to really show what that leather is like!

Do that baby the justice it deserves!

Raider S

747 is one of the best leathers Tony offers. Great for a Raider's. You won't be dissapointed with this option.

Raider S

This looks like a jacket for a more slim figure - pretty form fitting.

Raider S

I say go for a Nowak!

Raider S

Easybox raises questions that have been hanging for a while now. With the info all over this board people have the option of reading through it and coming to their own decision what to buy. That's a great service! Suggesting things based on individual experience is helpful but telling where their ja...

Raider S

The difference is that TN charges almost $400 more for the same jackets that Wested is making, so it's pretty easy to see why some vendors are able to offer these types of things. There's quite a bit more difference between a Wested jacket and a Nowak jacket than the price, they aren't the same by ...

Search found 1018 matches