It's Indy Jim, but not as we know it...

ob1al · Post by **ob1al** » Thu Apr 21, 2005 3:43 pm

AKA a change of pace for ob1al.

Here's my new jacket:

I decided I wanted to go the A2 route a while ago. Whist this is a departure from 'gear' per se, the style represents everything I love about the Indy jacket and the era.

What do you think?

Regards

Al

Hemingway Jones · Post by **Hemingway Jones** » Thu Apr 21, 2005 3:46 pm

Al,
That is a beautiful jacket. -Just amazing! It looks as if it came from 1936.

Can you wear it in warmer weather or is it suited for cold?

Good luck with that. It should go well with the gear.

ob1al · Post by **ob1al** » Thu Apr 21, 2005 3:51 pm

Thanks pal.

As for the climate question, I really don't know - I'll have to field-test it and get back to you!

Regards,

Al

Hemingway Jones · Post by **Hemingway Jones** » Thu Apr 21, 2005 3:53 pm

One more thing I thought of: are your arms really long? I have pretty long arms and the elastic cuffs on jackets like that are often too short for me. My Wested is actually a little long, though I like it that way (and it's a size 44 Hmmm.

). Anyway, any issues with the sleeves?

And please post a pic with you wearing it. That's the only way to truly see a jacket.

binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Thu Apr 21, 2005 3:56 pm

And to think that he's shipping it to me! Seriously, Al, that's one nice jacket. Seriously, Al, ship it to me.

bink

ob1al · Post by **ob1al** » Thu Apr 21, 2005 4:00 pm

Hem - I should have mentioned , this development is 'hot off the press' - these pics are actually from the chap I bought the jacket from. It's currently en route to me and due to arrive on Saturday!

But based on the measurements he gave me, it should be just fine.

I will indeed take a few pics on me wearing it once it arrives!

High regards

Al

J_Weaver · Post by **J_Weaver** » Thu Apr 21, 2005 4:00 pm

The A-2 is a classic. Great looking jacket!

ob1al · Post by **ob1al** » Thu Apr 21, 2005 4:04 pm

Thanks JW. And thanks Bink....

Indiana Jess · Post by **Indiana Jess** » Thu Apr 21, 2005 4:05 pm

Al, now you got me thinking about going to the Military Surplus that's 4 blocks from the office to buy a new A-2. My American Express card thanks you.

Post by **Michaelson** » Thu Apr 21, 2005 4:07 pm

Seriously, Jess, you should. I'll admit, I have two in my closet. When you're not in an Indy mood, the A-2's fill the bill perfectly. Regards. Michaelson

ob1al · Post by **ob1al** » Thu Apr 21, 2005 4:15 pm

Jess, I didn't earn the title 'grand tempter of amex' for nothing...now quick, sell me my soul back and I'll lift the A2 curse!

Hemingway Jones · Post by **Hemingway Jones** » Thu Apr 21, 2005 4:17 pm

Isn't it great, those rare times you actually pay cash for a piece of gear!

Post by **Michaelson** » Thu Apr 21, 2005 4:18 pm

To late Al. I think your soul is already on eBay. That Jess is a mercenery no good! Said something about trying to raise enough funds for an A-2 jacket, or something like that.

Regards! Michaelson

ob1al · Post by **ob1al** » Thu Apr 21, 2005 4:21 pm

Dang! I just missed the 'Buy it now' option for 99 cents !

Hem - what is this 'cash' you speak of...?

Indiana Jess · Post by **Indiana Jess** » Thu Apr 21, 2005 5:02 pm

Hey Michaelson, thanks for buying Al's soul ... I meant NOT buying, yeah that's it. Thanks for NOT buying Al's soul on ebay. It was an anonymous buyer. Yep, I have no idea who bought it. None whatsoever. Trust me. 8-[

ob1al · Post by **ob1al** » Thu Apr 21, 2005 5:10 pm

Hmmm.

So did you put this 'anonymous' buyers money towards a new A2 then?

Arkansas Smith · Post by **Arkansas Smith** » Thu Apr 21, 2005 5:24 pm

Isn't it great, those rare times you actually pay cash for a piece of gear!

What is this "cash" you speak of?

Arkansas Smith

binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Thu Apr 21, 2005 6:46 pm

Hey, I thought there were strict rules about posting eBay soul auctions here, unless it's you're OWN soul...

Ah, I was outbid, anyway...

bink

lowmileage · Post by **lowmileage** » Fri Apr 22, 2005 9:08 am

Wore my A2 Goat this morning

ob1al · Post by **ob1al** » Fri Apr 22, 2005 1:20 pm

BTW -if anyone is wondering where did my classified ad go, I have pulled my Wested from sale - after some thought, I decided to keep it!

Hemingway Jones · Post by **Hemingway Jones** » Fri Apr 22, 2005 1:21 pm

ob1al wrote:BTW -if anyone is wondering where did my classified ad go, I have pulled my Wested from sale - after some thought, I decided to keep it!

Good move. I wanted to suggest that, but I didn't think I should. Al, without an Indy jacket, no way.

ob1al · Post by **ob1al** » Fri Apr 22, 2005 1:26 pm

You are quite right.

I had a 'moment of clarity' and pulled the sale.

Glad I did.

Still looking forward to my A2 arriving tomorrow though - pics to come!

Hemingway Jones · Post by **Hemingway Jones** » Fri Apr 22, 2005 1:33 pm

I can't wait to see those pics. You'll need one of these hats to go with it:

Post by **Michaelson** » Fri Apr 22, 2005 1:45 pm

(I think Al's still ticked off at Jess for selling off his soul myself. THAT'S why he pulled the sale!:roll:

) Regards. Michaelson

Indiana Jess · Post by **Indiana Jess** » Fri Apr 22, 2005 1:50 pm

He was afraid I'd buy the jacket too. I guess he figured without your soul and Wested what's the point of living?

Post by **Michaelson** » Fri Apr 22, 2005 1:54 pm

Well, 50% ain't to bad, I suppose.

Regards! Michaelson

lowmileage · Post by **lowmileage** » Fri Apr 22, 2005 1:55 pm

Glad you finally came to your senses

ob1al · Post by **ob1al** » Fri Apr 22, 2005 1:58 pm

The point is, he bought my soul for just one lousy beer. I'll never forgive Jess for that. Never.

It was worth at least two.

Indiana Jess · Post by **Indiana Jess** » Fri Apr 22, 2005 2:06 pm

Hey I'm not the person that "souled" it for one lousy beer. You could have held out for one more and who knows, I might have still bought it for that price. Of course the second beer would have been greatly watered down. (not like the first one wasn't)

ob1al · Post by **ob1al** » Fri Apr 22, 2005 2:19 pm

Aw, I guess you're right - I really shouldn't have souled out like that.

OK, I forgive you. You can buy me a beer to celebrate. Just go easy on the water, you know I can't handle the H2O.

Indiana Jess · Post by **Indiana Jess** » Fri Apr 22, 2005 4:49 pm

Hey I'll buy you three beers for that A-2 of yours and I'll even throw in that soul of yours. Deal?

ob1al · Post by **ob1al** » Fri Apr 22, 2005 4:59 pm

Deal!

Except for that bit about the A-2...

Post by **Michaelson** » Fri Apr 22, 2005 5:00 pm

Hey Jess, if that's the case, I want my 99 cents back! I used the 'buy it now', remember?

Regards. Michaelson

Indiana Jess · Post by **Indiana Jess** » Fri Apr 22, 2005 5:49 pm

Oh I forgot about that - I'll ship it via Soul Train. Sorry Al, The Knower of Things is now the sole owner. You'll have to make arrangements with the great and powerful M if you want that soul of yours back. However, if you send me that A-2 of yours I can put in a good word for you. Hey 1000 posts - though still a long long way from Ren and Michaelson.

Scandinavia Jones · Post by **Scandinavia Jones** » Fri Apr 22, 2005 8:40 pm

Don't you worry, Al - or shall I say soulless one - I'm pretty sure the mighty M. (the soul proprietor) will see to it that you're soul be returned, especially after Jess' above soul-iloquy... after all, his souls aren't big enough to walk in your shoes...

I had planned to end this with something witty about Han Soul-O, but I can't bring myself to it... sorry. Oh yeah, and sorry for this entire post.

Post by **Michaelson** » Mon Apr 25, 2005 9:05 am

Aw crud, Al....give me your address then. I'm not a bit fan of pre-distressed souls, as you well know....

Regards! Michaelson

binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Mon Apr 25, 2005 11:27 am

I guess he's "S-SOUL-L" then, huh?

bink

ob1al · Post by **ob1al** » Mon Apr 25, 2005 12:02 pm

Actually this particular A2 will be coming up for soul...erm I mean sale (or maybe trade) in the classifieds anyday now.

Its a really beautiful jacket in person, horsehide I believe - very well made, great colour too!

But...its just a shade too small for me across the chest!

I wish it fit me, really, I do! Guess I need a 44 or maybe a 46. Anyone wanna trade A2's?

Al

Hemingway Jones · Post by **Hemingway Jones** » Mon Apr 25, 2005 12:10 pm

ob1al wrote:Actually this particular A2 will be coming up for soul...erm I mean sale (or maybe trade) in the classifieds anyday now.

Its a really beautiful jacket in person, horsehide I believe - very well made, great colour too!

But...its just a shade too small for me across the chest! I wish it fit me, really, I do! Guess I need a 44 or maybe a 46. Anyone wanna trade A2's?

Al

Al, Sorry to hear that. I hope you find one that fits soon.
BTW, I bet you're really glad now that you held onto your Wested.

ob1al · Post by **ob1al** » Mon Apr 25, 2005 12:11 pm

Yeah, I am!

(I still want to track down a bigger A2 though!)

Lao Feng · Post by **Lao Feng** » Mon Apr 25, 2005 12:32 pm

A beauty! Wear in good health! I have an Avirex cowhide A-2. Indestrucable! Where did you buy this one? Goat? Cow? Inquiring minds...etc. Cheers--Feng