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Stunt double!

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Here’s an earlier thread…

https://www.indygear.net/cow/viewtopic.php?t=69415

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I only have a second hand Wested TOD, so not quite sure whether it was an off-the-shelf or legacy, but most likely off-the-shelf. I just wanted to chime in to be aware of chest sizes with the TOD as well. The TOD sits on your shoulders more like a regular jacket (as opposed to the off-the-shoulder/d...

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I have always found Wested to be like rolling the dice and hoping. They have limited customization and the fan base has worn them out over the years with requests. They offer the basic customizations listed, though the jacket cut (Raiders vs TOD vs LC etc.) will influence your decisions on measureme...

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It’s interesting that Wested made an assortment of jackets for Raiders that had both large and small yokes. Any chance that Harrison is wearing Vic’s jacket in the photo above?

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Wouldn’t it be fun if this auction jacket that Vic Armstrong wore in TOD turned out to be this jacket…

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The interesting part to me is when they show the front shoulder close-ups. The leather is a very close match to the washed-lamb Wested uses. It has a distinct marbled grain that has been pressed smooth (and then distressed and stunt-damaged). It’s the first time I’ve seen that grain type turn up in ...

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Nicely done… Wested in brown lambskin? All distressing or is there some crafty dye talent at work as well?

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The #179 means the 179th jacket made… (Diego will have to confirm if that’s overall or just Raiders “Cazadora ‘36” jackets).

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All good, but some people like the look of a well worn jacket but either a. Don’t have the time to do all those activities b. Aren’t physically capable of all those things c. Don’t live in a climate suitable to wear leather that often d. Prefer careful, controlled distressing to unplanned and occasi...

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Both Steele and Jones and Kelso will adjust sleeve width if you request it. They’re both pretty good to begin with so ask ahead of time.

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Nice!!! What’s your technique? And finally, did a pass with a clear boot dressing ointment I like (Danner Boots brand). Similar to Pecard's but a little lighter and quicker drying. And that's it... for now! Great distressing! The leather dressing looks good. I like that it dries to a matte finish. ...

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It’s on this site and can be accessed by active members… (honestly not sure what an active member is defined as…

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Here is the link to the classified rules once you meet that threshold:

https://www.indygear.com/cow/viewtopic.php?t=8311

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Steele and Jones offer full customization, sizing, distressing, whatever. Bill Kelso offers some measurement customization, but no distressing and no modification of the overall patterns. Steele and Jones are very responsive and keep in touch. Kelso is a bit reserved in their communication. Overall,...

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I think the issue is nobody orders two jackets in those two leathers at the same time. Over time, the washed lamb has been subtle grain to dino hide, and the shrunken lamb has been different shades of brown. What you compare may not reflect what’s currently available.

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Agree. Steele and Jones. Understanding that there were different jackets in different scenes of the movie, you can match any with Steele and Jones attention to detail and outstanding customer service, right down to the distressing.

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It’s a really nice looking leather, but a shame it doesn’t have brown undertones to begin with. Thanks for the pics. I like what you did with the saddle dye.

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Have any pics of the brown cow sample?

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Great work, Holt! Are all the undertones true or did you have to do some dye work?

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Depends on what kind of fit you want. Typically I like about a 24.5 for my 43/44 jacket. I suppose that 23 would be a trim 42

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I got a Large, probably needed an XL for sleeve length, but don’t want the body to get too wide.

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Quality and durability 8/10 Screen accuracy. 4/10 Overall they adjust patterns to be as efficient as possible. I can’t blame them from a manufacturer’s point of view as a large back panel can take up a lot of a hide. If you can minimize the size of the panels by having a larger yoke, smaller back, s...

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I think its about the same. I struggle with S, M, L, XL sizing. I’m often in between L and XL

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Just received mine today but I ordered the wrong size so it’s in the Cairo Bazaar. It’s a very substantial lambskin, overall heavier and more rugged feeling than past versions. It’s very grainy. As mentioned in my listing, it’s somewhere between USWings antique lamb from years ago and Wested’s washe...

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Well, I bought both jackets secondhand, so it wasn't really intentional. The hero is just below the belt, and just at the top of pocket flaps. It’s very accurate to the Raiders look (in some scenes :TOH: ). It’s shorter than the Imam scenes, but perfect for clearing the whip, bag and holster as was ...

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Typically I get the Hero about an inch and a half shorter in the back than the regular cut, so that sounds about right. I don’t think there’s much difference in the shoulder width between a Raiders and a Hero, so I wouldn’t fiddle with the sleeve length. As to the back and front lengths, they cut th...

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Wested’s Pre-distressed lamb color has been all over the place, from orange-ish to brown. Definitely check with them before ordering to see what their current batch looks like. When I tried it it was very orange (jacket on the left). I heard a later batch was quite a bit darker. https://www.23hq.com...

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Those Nicks have a pretty tall heel. Don't think I could get used to that, but if you’re used to a western heel they look indistructable.

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Well, I sold this back in 2021, but it wasn’t really gray. It is really dark brown, almost black but I didn't get gray vibes. The lining is dark brown, and the contrast is pretty significant.

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The Legacy leather is very dark… https://www.23hq.com/23666/110596432_727e023303276697449eed67a7e384e1_standard.jpg The shrunken lamb I’ve had had the odd characteristic of not really wrinkling, and it has the reputation for being a bit more fragile (softer and tear-able) than other leathers. It is ...

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Keep in mind there were multiple jackets used in Raiders, each with different details, and the details you like in one scene may not be in the next. We have a conglomeration of things we like in our minds but no one jacket will likely exactly match that image. Best to pick a scene you like and go wi...

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That would be Kelso’s Striated Lambskin

https://billkelsomfg.com/shop/product/r ... ic-hunter/

Very soft, definitely brown.

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Goatskin

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That is very nice…. Almost looks like the quartermaster tossed it to you.

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What contract is that, Mulceber? An absolute honey of an original. I was thinking maybe a Roughwear 1401-P?

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The only Indy style jacket available in the 80s was made by Wested. Not entirely true. There was also the "fan club" jacket/Disney jacket. Lee offered those as well. I have pics of mine. The label long ago fell off, but it's still a fun one to pull out now and again. I'll have to grab som...

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The only Indy style jacket available in the 80s was made by Wested. Lee Kepler was the connection I had at the time and the biggest difference was the side straps were built into the side seam of the back panel, rather than attached to the surface like the original. The hide was a bit different, pre...

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Hmmm… risky. Washed lamb batches sometime come out with very pronounced, exaggerated grain. If it’s subtle it can be pretty close but I’ve mostly seen the heavier grain show up. Guess you could ask them.

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Well, the aging is not so unexpected considering it’s lambskin and wasn’t treated gently. The rippling over the pockets and elsewhere was due to adhesive backing tape and looked much that way when new. This looks like the truck chase jacket as the squib tear on the upper sleeve is present. Deb Nadoo...

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I just think they responded to people like us who preferred the color that they saw on screen. This first photo shows the Hawaii jacket in a different light https://www.23hq.com/23666/109760147_baccc4162cc187987e89859d4a3ddd1b_standard.jpg This is one of the jackets 35 years or so after filming http...

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Understand distressing may mean jumping in a river and wearing it in Saharan sun and 100 degree plus heat. The legacy leather is close… certainly not a match, but with today’s tanning processes, not bad. I found it slightly weightier, but only slightly. Don’t feel bad about getting the fit right. Th...

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Your friend will be fine… unlikely to notice and if they plan to wear it, the extra reinforcement will be more durable.

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Outstanding fit… great job. Just need to go get dirty

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Deerskin maybe?

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Agree with Michaelson… while your foot will fit in a half size smaller, the arch support and ortho advantages of the shoe are likely lost. I have an old used pair of 11s that I picked up because they looked the business, but can only wear them for a bit before my feet hurt, but my 11.5c carefully me...

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Very nice…excellent wear. The natural weatherproofing of goat makes an excellent travel jacket. Nice to not have to worry about unexpected rain.

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You can sell it in the Cairo Bazaar section… “catch and release”. :) That is a common activity around these parts ( :oops: ). There’s always interest in earlier Westeds. Honestly, I’ve done it quite a lot over the years chasing down “the” jacket. Sometimes I take a bit of a loss, but all part of the...

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Best chance are the Morgans with cable cores for swing stunts.

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I was disappointed that the pinch didn’t stay tight in TOD, LC or KOTCS. I was disappointed with the larger yoke in the later jackets, I was really disappointed in the hide choice of KOTCS. I like that its gone back to a bit shorter and less of the KOTCS car coat effect. I’m a little disappointed th...

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I think my search for the perfect Indy jacket(s) has finished :TOH: You know, I used to read these kinds of statements and think: no, no you haven’t… you’ll see. But I have to agree with you. We’re really fortunate to have S&J who really nail it. Customer service, measurements, leather, distres...

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