Thanks for the tips. I've been reluctant to have a local shop work on my precious Wested. I've decided to ship it back to Peter and am waiting to hear from him regarding shipping instructions.

I called Flight Suits and they won't work on anything except government jackets or jackets they manufactured.

I e-mailed Wested's to see what they will charge to do the work. I guess I'll just have to be without my favorite jacket for a while.

Thanks, Michaelson. I'll give US Wings another call and then try flight suits. I've also been thinking about sending it back to Wested's, but didn't want to be without my jacket for too long. Anyone have any idea how long it would take for Wested's to turn around something like this?

I purchased a lambskin Wested a couple of years ago and it is now one of my most prized possessions. It's in great shape except for the silesia lining and a very small tear (2mm) at the bottom corner of the opening of the right handwarmer pocket. The tear isn't noticeable and I could probably go wit...