Stone Washed Denim Indy?

bodie64 · Post by **bodie64** » Thu Sep 06, 2007 2:20 pm

are you talking about photos of the denim jacket? in the site there are photos of the jackets. not very clear but there are

Post by **Tennessee Smith** » Thu Sep 06, 2007 2:27 pm

bodie64 wrote:are you talking about photos of the denim jacket? in the site there are photos of the jackets. not very clear but there are

I know, saw them there.

I was referring to having pics of the side-straps added, there's none... it's all in the earlier posting.

Thanks though.

Kt Templar · Post by **Kt Templar** » Thu Sep 06, 2007 2:44 pm

It has side straps just like the leather ones, the prototype had the shorter style straps you usually get on the thicker leathers... oh and d-rings!

Jordan · Post by **Jordan** » Thu Sep 06, 2007 3:32 pm

So, has anyone here actually bought one yet? Have it in hand? I'd love to see some better pics, hear initial impressions, etc...

I'm seriously thinking about getting one, but some first hand accounts would be cool prior to buying...

Thanks!

rhboyd · Post by **rhboyd** » Thu Sep 06, 2007 3:49 pm

Oh yeah!!! I'm all over it. Just working out the details with Peter...

Very cool!!!
-r!

pvtsmith29 · Post by **pvtsmith29** » Mon Sep 10, 2007 10:52 am

Think I fancy one of these! Does anyone know how long the sleeves are? I have pretty short arms, 23 inches, and am worried that they will be too long as they only come in standard sizes.

Thanks.

binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Mon Sep 10, 2007 11:04 am

I think you should be fine. Even so, if the arms are a bit long on the jacket, it'd be easy enough to have a local tailor shorten the arms of a denim jacket.

(I'm in the same boat as you.

)

pvtsmith29 · Post by **pvtsmith29** » Mon Sep 10, 2007 2:37 pm

Thanks for the reply. I think I'll order one soon!

Post by **Tennessee Smith** » Wed Sep 19, 2007 3:58 pm

Has anyone received their's yet? If so, can you post some pics?

Post by **Michaelson** » Wed Sep 19, 2007 4:17 pm

Not yet.

Regards! Michaelson

UW · Post by UW » Wed Sep 19, 2007 4:44 pm

Ordered mine this evening. As I'm just down the road from them I'm hoping it'll come quite quickly.

I got really excited about this jacket when I read about it on here. There are some situations I don't want to wear my leather jacket in so this one will be ideal, added in the washibility and indy factor and it's good to go in my book.

Ripper · Post by **Ripper** » Wed Sep 19, 2007 4:48 pm

I would just walk down and pick it up....shoot if I were close , I would go watch them make it.

UW · Post by UW » Wed Sep 19, 2007 4:56 pm

If only I had the time mate. Unless they're willing to open up and do a late night just for me then I think my chances of getting in there are nil lol

Mr. Das · Post by **Mr. Das** » Thu Sep 20, 2007 11:42 am

I just sent off an email and Gemma responded that "they" should ship out this week.

Since I only ordered one jacket, I assume the mass that pre-ordered should be going out this week as well

UW · Post by UW » Thu Sep 20, 2007 12:19 pm

Well that soundsgood to me. Fingers crossed I'll get it in time for my weekend exploring adventure

PETER · Post by **PETER** » Fri Sep 21, 2007 10:27 am

Re the stone washed indyjackets.
Most left yesterday. I was at a funeral of a relative so was not around and in our haste to dispatch never noticed till today that the jackets have chrome D rings when they were meant to have gunmetal sliders.
So, if anyone who got D rings wants to change to sliders let me know and I will send then to you. 2 minute job with pliers
Cheers
Peter

Post by **Michaelson** » Fri Sep 21, 2007 10:30 am

Chrome D rings sounds pretty classy to me. No problems here!

Regards! Michaelson

PETER · Post by **PETER** » Fri Sep 21, 2007 11:16 am

Chrome D rings sounds pretty classy to me. No problems here!

Sorry Michaelson I chaged yours already and like Elvis 'Its left the building'
But youve made me think. Why dont I leave them all with chrome D's but put a packet of sliders in the pocket for those who to change.
Job done
Peter

binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Fri Sep 21, 2007 11:20 am

That sounds like a grand idea, Peter.

Post by **Michaelson** » Fri Sep 21, 2007 11:21 am

PETER wrote:
Chrome D rings sounds pretty classy to me. No problems here!
Sorry Michaelson I chaged yours already and like Elvis 'Its left the building'
But youve made me think. Why dont I leave them all with chrome D's but put a packet of sliders in the pocket for those who to change.
Job done
Peter

No problem, old friend.

That IS a good idea! Takes the guesswork out of which ring they want by your production crew!

HIGH regards! Michaelson

binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Fri Sep 21, 2007 11:25 am

You could always put a D ring on one side, and a slider on the other. Or not.

Kt Templar · Post by **Kt Templar** » Sun Sep 23, 2007 5:15 am

When you get them you may find that the jackets 'appear' not to have hand warmers, DON'T PANIC

, the handwarmers have been lightly stitched shut so as not to get damaged in the stone washing process. You can open them easily with your finger. Just like on a new suit, they have just been tacked closed.

Post by **Michaelson** » Sun Sep 23, 2007 11:39 am

Thanks for the heads up, KT!

Heck, I may leave mine shut when it arrives, as I find I NEVER use the side entry pockets....but if I decide I want to, now I know I still have them.

VERY useful info, my friend! Thank you!

HIGH regard! Michaelson

rhboyd · Post by **rhboyd** » Sun Sep 23, 2007 11:49 am

can't wait can't wait!!!!

thanks for the heads up too!
-r!

UW · Post by UW » Mon Sep 24, 2007 1:08 pm

Recieved it this morning and I'm very impressed. The jacket is a very good fit for me and I'm really impressed with the rugged quality of it.

I've worn it all day and it feels comfortable and warm (it's been a bit nippy today). It's screwed up inside my bag at the moment and I'll see how it comes out in a few hours.

I'll be wearing this jacket when I'm out and about Urban Exploring and when I'm in Peru

Post by **Michaelson** » Mon Sep 24, 2007 1:12 pm

Did you open up the side entry pockets or leave them closed?

Just curious.

Regards! Michaelson

UW · Post by UW » Mon Sep 24, 2007 1:29 pm

I meant to add in to my previous post about that.

Mine came with them already open. But they lay so flat you can't really tell they're there unless you put your hands in them. I'll try and post up a few photos later on.

Post by **Michaelson** » Mon Sep 24, 2007 1:34 pm

Very good. The ones on my old standard cloth Raiders do the same. I was just curious if yours came the way KT mentioned some of them were left sewn shut.

You answered my question.

Thank you!

HIGH regards! Michaelson

Post by **Tennessee Smith** » Mon Sep 24, 2007 1:54 pm

Great UW, I cannot wait to see the pics!!!!

rhboyd · Post by **rhboyd** » Mon Sep 24, 2007 2:22 pm

eee!!!

It's 2:20 here in toronto... is it 5 hours ahead in England?? Is 7:20 too late to call?!??!

-r!

Mr. Das · Post by **Mr. Das** » Tue Sep 25, 2007 8:55 am

boooo....I never got mine yet

Hopefully it'll be waiting for me when I get home from work today

Kt Templar · Post by **Kt Templar** » Tue Sep 25, 2007 8:58 am

rhboyd wrote:eee!!!

It's 2:20 here in toronto... is it 5 hours ahead in England?? Is 7:20 too late to call?!??!

-r!

Now would be a good time. It's 2 in the afternoon.

Post by **Michaelson** » Tue Sep 25, 2007 8:59 am

I'm looking for a delivery myself, hopefully today.

Regards! Michaelson

binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Tue Sep 25, 2007 9:15 am

Michaelson wrote:I'm looking for a delivery myself, hopefully today.

Regards! Michaelson

Michaelson, I didn't know you were expecting! Wow. The miracles of modern science... 8-[

Post by **Michaelson** » Tue Sep 25, 2007 9:41 am

Never said it was mine.

8-[

Regard! Michaelson

eazybox · Post by **eazybox** » Tue Sep 25, 2007 11:10 am

PETER,

Thank you for finally responding to my PM-- I think the delay turned out well, because it resulted in my getting THIS jacket instead. Less expensive, and looks really nice.

Jack

Dutch_jones · Post by **Dutch_jones** » Tue Sep 25, 2007 12:18 pm

;0
Come on!! FLAUNT it.

eazybox · Post by **eazybox** » Tue Sep 25, 2007 12:40 pm

Dutch_jones wrote:;0
Come on!! FLAUNT it.

I was afraid someone would say that! I'd like to, but I have bad eyesight that usually results in crappy photos, and also I haven't even figured out how to post photos here yet. By the time I get someone to take my picture and I learn how to post, someone else probably will have some good photos put up.

Jack

UW · Post by UW » Tue Sep 25, 2007 1:41 pm

Post by **Tennessee Smith** » Tue Sep 25, 2007 3:21 pm

That looks great!!!!

Thanks for posting the pics, especially the side straps...

Mr. Das · Post by **Mr. Das** » Tue Sep 25, 2007 5:33 pm

I rushed home for nothing

I should probably stop letting this thread tease me and stay away from COW until the jacket comes in. I was okay with the wait until the last few days:lol:

Kt Templar · Post by **Kt Templar** » Tue Sep 25, 2007 5:38 pm

You Canadian seem to forget that your customs guys LOVE indy gear and HAVE to open every package from Wested, wear it around the depot for a couple of weeks then charge you inordinate amounts of tax for the privilage!

.... runs!

Post by **Michaelson** » Tue Sep 25, 2007 5:40 pm

Nothing here either.

Regards! Michaelson

Mountaineer Lasher · Post by **Mountaineer Lasher** » Tue Sep 25, 2007 10:44 pm

How does the sizing run? If my jacket from Todd is a 40, should I order a 40 from Peter (and yes, I realize they are different vendors)? I have longish arms.

eazybox · Post by **eazybox** » Tue Sep 25, 2007 11:19 pm

Mountaineer Lasher wrote:How does the sizing run? If my jacket from Todd is a 40, should I order a 40 from Peter (and yes, I realize they are different vendors)? I have longish arms.

I'd say you could safely order a size 40, if that is your true measurement.
The arm length I usually take is 34, and the sleeves are slightly long but not bad for an off-the-rack jacket.

Jack

Mr. Das · Post by **Mr. Das** » Wed Sep 26, 2007 8:40 am

I think I have a gift. Everytime I send Wested an email checking the status for all my previous jackets, it arrives the same day.

I sent them an email in the wee hours of the morning and Gemma responded with the tracking number. After verificiation, it has been sorted in the sortation plant (which is also in my city). There is a very good chance I'll be getting it today

rhboyd · Post by **rhboyd** » Wed Sep 26, 2007 9:38 am

eeek...

must phone!!!!

-r!

Post by **Michaelson** » Thu Sep 27, 2007 8:07 am

Mine arrived yesterday, and Peter, you nailed it! $\:D/$

THIS is what we've been after for a LONG time when we first discussed a easy to care for travel jacket. It's a nice mid-weight denim (a bit heavier than I expected), and darker than the photos show, in my opinion. A perfect fit.

Though I said 'classy' when the chrome D-rings were mentioned, the rectangular black sliders ARE the way to go with the cloth material. No slippage, and a GREAT looking side strap.

All in all, HOME RUN! in my book!

WELL done, and THANK YOU!!!

HIGH Regards! Michaelson

binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Thu Sep 27, 2007 8:27 am

Michaelson, you really do need to get your camera back, my friend.

rhboyd · Post by **rhboyd** » Thu Sep 27, 2007 8:27 am

wwwwwwwWWWAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!!!!!

no no.... It's ok... I'm patient.....

-r!