Club Obi Wan

JimL

http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g182/indianaholt/2338850404_af0cff3df8.jpg This looks quite a bit like my collar. For those interested, I just spec'd it to fit my neck properly (as I was not going for a "look" on the collar, just a proper fit of the jacket). In my case, I wear a 15 1/2 ...

JimL

The optional right hand pocket in the CS jackets from Nowak have a vertical opening and are great for this. Can you post a picture of the pocket location/configuration? I think this is a good idea- a pocket about 4-6 inces wide and 12 or so deep, on the right hand side. I think it will be zippered ...

JimL

A good spot for that [firearm pocket] would be inside behind the pocket so you have a couple layers of leather between the gun and outside. It would be cool to have it as a built-in holster made to the gun model. I have abandoned this idea. I think it will be too complicated to satisfy everyone's n...

JimL

The Filson tin cloth is much heavier than the barbour, I actually can't imagine it wearing out. No, I wouldn't expect it to wear out- the wax treatment actually makes the fabric stronger, and I do beleive it is substantially heavier (closer to a Carhart) than the barbour material, which I would equ...

JimL

Looked into the Ranger- I have sen that before, and like you, nearly bought it! I think I may incorporate that Yoke design into my design, as the idea of pack straps not digging in is a good one... I DON'T like the buttons in place of snaps. That is a bad idea (to me) and one that would quickly anoy...

JimL

Browncoat wrote:Orvis has a jacket called the Ranger jacket that it sells.

I'm going to look into this now...

JimL

I know, but with double and (in some cases) triple stitching to reinforce the stress points, and rivets in places like the pocket corners (I hope Peter can do this) it should be fine. The single-needle tailoring of the Wested Raider's style leaves no room for error- if it is not stitched and finishe...

JimL

Yes, that is sort of the problem. I want to offer something similar to above, but in leather. I called Filston a few minutes ago actually, and they can make the jacket above in tal size for me, at a 30% over retail up-charge, or $357.50. They can start it mid February, and it will take them 10-12 we...

JimL

I like the concealed handgun pocket. Leather, even with vents, really doesn't work well if it's too hot or wet. If it's going to have a liner for winter it would need to be a pretty baggy jacket without the liner. I'd recommend a heavy weight waxed cotton, like a Filson tin cloth. I have their fiel...

JimL

Hey Jim, It's always hard to find a jacket with a large interior map pocket, big enough for a road map or an airline ticket, preferably on the right hand side. The gun pocket is a neat feature, but unless you're doing all your exploring in the US, you won't likely get much use out of it. Most of th...

JimL

Ok I would love a pen pocket on the sleeve and maybe a small pocket there too like on this US Wings B15 http://www.uswings.com/images/vinB15leather_DETAIL.jpg I am VERY interested to see how this will look!! I will always have the use of a good expedition jacket! Ken I was thinking about this too.....

JimL

Jens: what are you asking for this odd-bag with the name inside?

I am 21 on the list now, and fear I could be waiting a long time otherwise...

Thanks for your efforts! They are appreciated!

JimL

Good idea; however incorporating that into a leather collar may be a bit tricky... What might be more plausable would be a detachable hood. I'll add that to the wish list. Bear in mind this is not a 'winter' jacket per se, but rather for protection from thorns and dirt while expoloring, much like In...

JimL

I recommend a "Poacher's Pocket", a pocket inside the back of the jacket. Great place to keep stuff out of the way. I have one in my Barbour (Beaufort model) and it is neat, but rarely used. I was thinking something similar, but on the inside (and not a big) for bills and important papers...

JimL

My view is keep it simple. Really simple. For instance, no need for an action back if it is well designed. They just get caught in things. The less stitching, the less features, the less likely things will go wrong. I was going to try that, but the problem is, if you don't allow for movement, the s...

JimL

That is a valid point- particularly since the jacket is typically worn open. The pull should be even with the bottom of the jackt, as even on the 'long' zipper versions seen in the movie, the pull is never seen poking out from under the storm flap... From a practical standpoint, you don't want it sc...

JimL

Always good advice I think...

JimL

If you read my post "all the Raider's jacket details in one place" you will find out that there was at least one jacket used in the film with the zipper stopping short. But, the zipper that way is prety much how it has to be to ensure the strength of the jacket. I did not quite understand ...

JimL

That is a good question; however I could not even begin to speculate at this point. I am collecting design ideas now, and then trying to incorporate them in such a way that the jacket doesn't end up looking like Michael jackson's Thriller jacket... :roll: So, honestly, I don't know. I will say that ...

JimL

Hello all you gear heads. I am the happy owner of a custom Wested ROtLA jacket, and am pleased to report it is quite a nice jacket- very nice for the cost in fact. But, that is not the reason for this post. After the first of the year, I am planning to work more strongly on the design phase of a new...

JimL

That looks like the one I have on the way to tie me over...

Nice picture set up too!

JimL

You can pay with PayPal. You need to let them know ahead of time so they know it's coming. i THINK it is wested@wested.com for PayPal payment, but don't quote me on that!

I can't help with the other questions...

JimL

Thanks for your hard work Jens. It is appreciated here!

Have a mery Christmas and a happy new year as well.

JimL

I have a similar one on the way from a generous member here now as well. I am still interested in the leather bottom version, so pleasekep me on the list. Once my chance comes up, I will purchase the bag. If I decide I don't want it, I will place it on the bazzar for another member to enjoy. I am no...

JimL

It's pretty much impossible to wear regular Aldens in ct in the winter. I'm sure you can back me up about this "Don't Call Me Junior!". The 12"+ inches of snow we just got made me pack my shoes up for the winter. :lol: Its impossible to walk in them. Wearing them would be a death wis...

JimL

knibs7 wrote:Ok well that's good!- Are there buttons on them?

Nibs

Yes- flaps with buttons (exposed) on both pockets.

JimL

Flaps on BOTH pockets; unlike my Orvis and Polo pants in my collection.

Not as pointy as the Noel Howard reference specimen, but the flaps are there!

JimL

Kicking a dead horse here... I ws in Taget last night, finalizing my Christmas shopping and came across some pants that nearly fit the bill... Good color cotton (sort of a slightly rusty kacki) with a normal kacki and a darker brown also available, and pocket flaps on both rear pockets. The lighter ...

JimL

It is a good time to be looking for a jacket!

Many excellent choices- nothing like it was just a few short years ago...

JimL

Fantastic jacket, Holt! That's the jacket I've wanted since, well, 1981. One question about hides again. I love the look of the goat, and I know it's tough. However, I live in SC. Doesn't get much below 25 F at night in winter, and of course we hit 100+ a bunch in the summer. Any idea how goat hold...

JimL

It took quite a while for my wested Horse to show any signs of absorbing water at all. It just beads up and rolls off... Horse is typically cut thicker (even at Wested) so that accounts for the difference in "drape". If the Horse was thinned to Goat thickness, it would be quite similar. Bu...

JimL

Oh, yeah! it looks great, and probably a bit more practical too. You have to figure they went to rubber over leather for a reason, and knowing the military, it was NOT a cost concern... ;-)

I'd be happy with one of these myself I think... Care to PM me a link to the auction?

JimL

Looks good Scott!

So, I guess this is the rubber botom, not leather right? Is that the difference?

JimL

when your old aldens need a re-sole, just have them changed to what you want! Then the replacement pair is for "photo op's" only... I was just up in VT for the weekend, and though they are slippery on glare ice, I have yet to find an (unstudded) sole that is much better on glare ice... :-k...

JimL

But A grand gets you CLOSER to the screen-used jacket; not further from the screen used boots.

I think Stitch Nazi's should stick with the regular old "Cheap" Alden's, and color them as they see fit.

JimL

Very nice jacket, Mitch! I thought it might be a bit short, but I think you are wearing your pant's at "normal height" (on the hip) rather than higher as was done in many of the Raider's shots. So, I'd say for an off the rack, you are a very nice fit! A few more soakings in the rain and sh...

JimL

Several "improvements" I see (and don't appreciate) Increased price Welt all around the boot Weird color leather (looks a bit 'suedey' too) The sole, as mentioned Strange spacing of the speed laces above the eyes- that gap is consistent on my Alden's, but on these, it is higher and a bit w...

JimL

Cool!

I guess I know what I'm getting for Christmas... ;-)

JimL

Still interested... I paid $50.00 for my Mark VII, and this is (arguably) more functional, so whatever the price (within reason) I'm still in.

If it happens to DOUBLE, I may have to rethink that... Regardless, keep me on the list buddy! ;-)

JimL

I already posted pictures a while ago in another thread, but I did not receive any replies that were particularly useful. I also PM'd a few people and did not receive replies either. So, I creatd this thread. Thanks to everyone who took the time to reply. It is appreciated. Now, where do I get this ...

JimL

One thing you can do to 're-crease' the pleat to lay correctly, if it bothers you that much, is to soak the leather well with some water, get four stiff rulers or paint stirrers, and several metal binder clips (the black ones to hold a big pile of paper together) and after wetting down the pleat are...

JimL

Thanks for the replies, guys. I may very well buy an Akruba; however it will not be a brown fedora if I do. This is my brown fedora, and that's about it for that. The taper is not horrible, but it is there, and it does bother me slightly. This hat shaper that was mentioned above- is this a low-cost ...

JimL

Maybe I'd find this searching, maybe not. Anyway, I have a (what I think is) nice rabbit fur Christie's adventurer, and I am quite happy with it. Except for a bit of taper from the last rain exposure (which was a pretty good soaking). I think I may soak it rerally well again, but then I'd like to ha...

JimL

Great work Jens! Thank you very much! After all this, I may order two of them... But anyway, thanks again and do keep us posted on what you end up with. By the way, anyone thought about having these reproduced? It seems they are harder to get than Mk. VII's; or maybe that is just because less people...

JimL

I had totally forgot until I read "Cairo Bazzar" above-

I have a nice, non-Indy jacket listed there for $50.00

Check it out!

(I should have shamelessly plugged that about ten posts ago!)

JimL

www.schottnyc.com
;-)

JimL

Shameless bump. It has been only a couple weeks and already the questions on this very subject come in. It must get annoying for you guys who have been here for a while. :roll: Again I must insist that any new members interested in a jacket read this entire thread and all the links contained herein...

JimL

You cannot increase resolution beyond the original media. Even if the original film is used as the base (as it should be, and I beleive was for the DVD) detail resolution beyond what is on the original film frames is not possible. It is possible to digitally enhance the images; however in that case ...

JimL

This is why I wanted to make that thread a sticky... Here's the link to all you'd ever whant to know about the raider's jacket. READ IT ALL and then place an order with the vendor of your choice. http://www.indygear.com/cow/viewtopic.php?t=35782 I choose Wested for my last purchase; the link is here...

JimL

I have two horsehide jackets, one Wested, one Schott, and I have to say that I think that Horse is the best hide for a jacket bar none. I have owned (breifly) lamb and for several years goat. Goat is nice, and certainly tough for it's thickness, but Horse is traditional, durable, and just has the ri...

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