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IndyOriginal

Steele and Jones, hands down. Have/had multiple from both makers and S&J have made the most beautiful jackets I own.

IndyOriginal

That beauty looks spot on, Holt!

Which skin/jacket is that? I've purchased a number of jackets over the years attempting to get the exact LC look, from Westeds to BKs to S&Js. So far, I think my S&J is closest.

IndyOriginal

Hey CM, great looking jacket for both of you! Really like yours, however - which jacket is that?

IndyOriginal

LostRaider25 - now that is a beautiful jacket!

Seeing all these beautiful creations coming out of S&J's shop has me pulling the trigger on my first Indy jacket in years (a '38).

IndyOriginal

I'm sure this has been discussed before, but why do the pics that they've posted of the original Cooper version have buttons on the jacket ala LC jackets? Is this just a USWings thing now that all jackets come with them? My Legend in lamp did not come with them, so just curious to see if anyone knew.

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Through the years, there have been some fine offerings from a variety of makers and you may have a few leathers and jackets on your short list, as well? Here are a few that kept me wondering... One of the best skins that Wested had ever offered was washed goat. I was actually able to pick one of th...

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Forrest For the Trees wrote:No Bantu Wind here, but since y'all are posting photos of your BK Relic Hunters, here's mine several years later...

Wow - stunning jacket you have there! Which skin is this?

IndyOriginal

Now that is a beauty! Great gear, too!

IndyOriginal

That's one helluva jacket there, Croft!! Your posts are pulling me back into the jacket game

IndyOriginal

That's a great looking jacket. Did you treat it with anything like Pecards or Obenaufs? I haven't done anything to it other than wear it. I'm not even sure that I've ever been caught in the rain with this guy. Thanks for the compliments, guys, and Croft - that jacket has so much character! It almos...

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I should take some shot of all my jackets. Croft :mrgreen: You definitely should! I remember there was quite the furor when these jackets originally came out, but I never see them pop up anymore, even though half of the appeal was that the particular type of lamb would age extremely well. As I said...

IndyOriginal

Yeah, I was kind of thinking the same thing when I was looking at these pics (pocket size). I wonder if they just took the measurements with the original cooper jacket and didn't adjust them for size (this is an M).

One thing is for sure - the grail diary would easily fit!

IndyOriginal

Shockingly, with the extra time I've had during the quarantine, I've gotten the Indy jacket itch again. Seeing as I already have 5 Indy jackets, which I all love for various reasons, I decided I'd pull some of them out and share, since I don't believe I've ever done so. First up, as the title says, ...

IndyOriginal

That's really a gorgeous jacket! Probably one of the best LCs I've ever seen (if not the best!).

IndyOriginal

Beautiful jacket, and great pics, Croft.

Hats off

IndyOriginal

Hey TS, seems I've got the jacket itch again and just found this thread. That has got to be one of the coolest, and definitely most unique Indy jackets I've seen.

Got any shots of how it's aged?

IndyOriginal

Beautiful jacket, great pics! Nice review. Always wanted a HH.

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Wonderful news, and I'm pumped for the end result!!

IndyOriginal

Rough...thanks for the update Holt

IndyOriginal

Anybody heard anything new about when we may be able to expect this to come to fruition? I haven't pulled the trigger on an Indy jacket in almost 3 years (and I'm feeling the itch!

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IndyOriginal

I'm pretty sure that's a US Wings Legend US-made in their thick lamb. I have one too, and the leather is my favorite by far. Cool pic!

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I have the inevitable feeling that Wested will be getting my money one last time. Just to be sure that it's well-spent, whoever Wested is consulting for screen accuracy (I hope to God it's a member of this forum), remember that we've got over two decades of hopes & dreams invested in this jacke...

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Knibs, that's a shot for the ages right there!

Simply awesome!!

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Well, if your only previous jacket experience is horse, everything is going to feel light and thin!! Pics please, good sir!

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I've checked in with Bill Kelso on the LC multiple times, and as far as they've told me, they don't believe there is enough demand to make the project worthwhile. As it is, the Relic Maker is small potatoes over there compared with their A2 business. Also, the whole Tony Nowak/Hero/Relic Maker all b...

IndyOriginal

Hey guys, just a quick question: does anyone know if the US made SL Legend is chrome-tanned or veg-tanned? I actually have had this jacket for about 2 years now (hope to add some posts with pics soon), and despite some minor wear on the cuffs and storm flap, it has really maintained the stiff, out o...

IndyOriginal

Looking great there, Croft.

I've also got a US wings SL (US), and I've got to say, so far it's my favorite Indy jacket (current inventory includes:3 Westeds, 2 US wings).

IndyOriginal

Happened to me in June of this year as well. I actually had quite the ordeal getting the fee paid as well, since UPS lost my first money order that I hand delivered to them at their facility. They hounded me about it for over a month...wasn't happy, but it was my error to throw away the MO receipt. ...

IndyOriginal

Indeed! I've always received great help from Gemma in processing my orders. Congratulations, and good luck

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Knibs, I went all out on my LC spec'd jacket (still not done with it yet), and I went for 3" collar which I think works well ( the jacket is a 40 though). I know what you mean about wanting every detail right - I forgot to ask Peter for no leather facings and its been a debacle trying to correc...

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I am really waiting for a long, looooong and cold winter to get the chance wearing my recently purchased Eastman B-3 .50cal. :D Now that's a jacket to protect you from the elements...hopefully it will be a long and cold winter. Or you could just go to Greenland again, right Jens? Or was it Iceland?...

IndyOriginal

I'm looking forward to donning any one of my Indy's with my Banana Republic close-enough MOTB cardigan (purchased 2011).

And just Fall in general...

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So, you were right about the "COD" fee. $25.30 to be exact. The worst part is the method of payment - no CC, no cash, only certified check or money order. They don't tell you beforehand what the fee is going to be, so how on earth would I have been able to receive my package without first ...

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Thanks for the heads-up. I guess I'll try to have $27 cash on hand for them...not going to be home though. I guess I'll probably just have to pick it up anyway.

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Wested confirmed that they received payment on April 30, and I believe shipped either Tuesday or Wednesday of this week.

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Not to tease too much, but just received notice that my custom Wested LC has shipped and should be delivered early next week. I cannot wait to finally receive my first LC jacket!

Pics and specs should follow shortly (as long as it doesn't turn out terrible!).

IndyOriginal

How have peoples' saddleback bags held up over a few years? I've heard mixed reviews online... Love th elook of them though :-k Dre, I've got two of them, and if properly cared for, I can't imagine that the 100 year warranty they offer ever being used. The ONLY knock against them is that they are p...

IndyOriginal

Why, that is a nice jacket KT...good distressing too. May I ask which hide that is? I'm guessing worn-look cow?

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Thanks for the info Michaelson. Yeah, thankfully I only work in DC, but live in VA. Owning a firearm in the District is either still illegal, or a major headache. Haven't looked into that can of worms for awhile now.

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Hey guys, just wanted any expert opinions on what a fair market price would be for a S&W HE2 in .455, specifically because its so difficult to find .455 ammo these days. Do you think that affects the fair market value of a find in relatively good condition?

Thanks for any input.

IndyOriginal

I went to an elementary school named after the man...ergo I should bid on jacket...right?

Beautiful HH right there, to hold up so well after all of these years.

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Thanks, KT. I am definitely starting to lean towards the worn hide look - yours is gorgeous. I still like the dark novapelle too, though.

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Resurrecting an old(er) thread here just to see if anyone can answer a Wested, hide-specific question for me: so the novapelle is a “dual tone” skin – so what colors have you noticed coming out in any worn/distressed areas? I’m primarily interested in the undertones of the dark brown novapelle – are...

IndyOriginal

Hey Trigger, from what I can see there that is a nice looking LC in lamb! Is that custom spec'd or OTR? Relatively new? Any impressions about the thickness of the hide? Good LC look too

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My mom and family grew up on Laveer Street in South Philly. Just down the road from Wild Bill Guarnere. Not to derail the thread, but you mean Gonorrhea? ;) That's pretty cool, though. Every time I've seen that man speak of his war experiences, I'm always shocked by his humility good spirit. Man, a...

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Awesome looking jacket, DiCatania! I really like your specs a lot. Might I ask which specifications you requested? As well, did you email or call to request them? I, sadly, have yet to place my order as some other financial needs popped up in the past few weeks, but I still intend to place my order ...

IndyOriginal

Aaaahhhhhh, I see now. Cool, thanks TS

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So, still laboring over the specs that I'm getting together to send to Wested, adn I've got one spec related question if anyone would be so kind as to help me out: Regarding the yoke/back panel of the LC jacket, one of the specs that I wrote down was "v-taper on back panel." Does anyone kn...

IndyOriginal

That jacket is a work of art!

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Good news, Tex. Glad I don't have to do any fancy measuring. I guess you guys just enter all of the extra specs in the "Special Requests" field during checkout? I guess I'm just a little hesitant to fill that one text field up with like 12+, detailed, extra spec requests. Hopefully will ge...

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