The Best of both worlds Prt 1

Drifter · Post by **Drifter** » Sat Dec 15, 2007 2:54 am

Hello Everyone.

Been 4 years since I posted on this forum. Last time, I was mainly interested in a fedora. I settled on a Federation. For a long time I was very happy with this purchase as the hat was very well made and looked the part. However it didn't look good on me. I ended up giving it to a friend of mine who thought it looked "neat." ironically, it looked better on him than me. I know many of you are pointing daggers in my direction for that since even at 120 dollars, its still a fair amount to just give away. I did however learn a valuable lesson from this experience. The lesson was of course; whats the point having something that looks the part but doesn't look good on you as well?
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When it came to my interest in purchasing a leather jacket ( to which I have never done before) I eventually gravitated toward a Wested Raiders since outside this forum it is generally not well know a pattern or design. I really wanted something interesting and different. After much consideration I pulled the trigger. That was November 6th, 2007. The next night I was viewing this forum once again and immediately was reminded why I left in the first place. That being..its bloody addictive. I read many posts and learned quite a bit about the raiders leather jacket. I ended up emailing Gemma many times to change my order as I realized more of what I truly wanted. On the phone, the girl seems only interested in ending our conversation as quickly as possible but my emails were always replied to in a quick and professional manner. She really did try to please all of my requests.

Last Friday, I expected my jacket to arrive but it didn't. Canada Customs held the item longer than expected and my address was copied down wrong over the phone. After reading yet another bunch of posts, I made a sudden purchase that night. A Todd's Standard small. I'm 5 "3 1/2. Very small and after seeing Dre's post, realized the small might indeed fit me like a glove.

Tuesday, December 11, 2007, I received my Wested HH Raiders jacket. I was very pleased with the fit. Although the longer I observe it on me, I realize its not SA, It indeed is the appropriate fit and length on me for a day to day leather jacket. Wearing Jeans that are low rise, its about 3 inches from waist line. Wearing more fitted pants, its 6 inches from waist line. That being said, I get many compliments on the jacket. It looks great with everything I wear ( which was my main concern as I do not wear any other gear.)
At the same time, I'd like something SA as well. This is where Todds' Standard comes in.
I'm hoping to have images to compare as soon as Monday ( when it most likely will arrive.) My main thought process being, why not be able to have something that looks good on you and also a SA jacket to wear when the moment suits you.

At any rate, I'm hoping to make observations to the benifits of both and hopefully spark conversation accordingly. With all this talk of SA, perhaps a little discussion on what actually suits an individual might be appreciated and a good change of pace.

Someone has to tell me how to post pics on this site..I'm a little lost...

Till then Fellow Gearheads, its good to be back among you.

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Drifter · Post by **Drifter** » Sat Dec 15, 2007 2:56 am

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Drifter · Post by **Drifter** » Sat Dec 15, 2007 2:58 am

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Drifter · Post by **Drifter** » Sat Dec 15, 2007 3:00 am

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ydam · Post by **ydam** » Sat Dec 15, 2007 3:09 am

Looking forward to seeing the pics. I would love to help you post them but i usually use photobucket and not familure with facebook. However i know some of the guys here are and i am sure you will get some instructions from them soon. Till then...gratz on the jacket

Kt Templar · Post by **Kt Templar** » Sat Dec 15, 2007 7:13 am

I quite like Fotki, it simple enough for me to understand!

http://public.fotki.com/KtTemplar/

Drifter · Post by **Drifter** » Sat Dec 15, 2007 8:22 am

I'm now setting things up. Photos coming.

Drifter · Post by **Drifter** » Sun Dec 16, 2007 5:01 pm

The Todd's standard arrived Saturday morning. Seems Canada post is delivering on weekends as well.

As stated before, I found the Wested to be a great fitting jacket but the length and width not really SA. Taking out the Todd's from packaging, I could immediately tell what everyone was saying about the leather. It is indeed very thin. Of course, when you put it on, you realize the Raiders look is achieved instantly.

Here is the two jackets side by side. The Todd's on the left, Wested on the
right.
http://public.fotki.com/Drifter77/drift ... g1282.html

here is a comparison of the two jackets worn. Notice the difference in length and width?
first, Todd's; at this point, I did not adjust the side straps.

http://public.fotki.com/Drifter77/drift ... g1286.html

Wested;

http://public.fotki.com/Drifter77/drift ... g1276.html

Thats all for now, gotta make sure this works..

How do you make the images show up without the link?

Drifter · Post by **Drifter** » Sun Dec 16, 2007 5:05 pm

Taken after a soak and light sanding.

http://public.fotki.com/Drifter77/drift ... g1305.html

Still a ways to go. but liking the results thus far. I plan to let my Wested age naturally as I really do like the look of new leather.

Any thoughts, suggestions etc..?

Kt Templar · Post by **Kt Templar** » Sun Dec 16, 2007 5:14 pm

Your Wested is a much better fit.

St. Dumas · Post by **St. Dumas** » Sun Dec 16, 2007 5:16 pm

Does Todd offer a dark brown hide?

SD

Indiana G · Post by **Indiana G** » Sun Dec 16, 2007 11:59 pm

very strange. todd's standard seems to have a much more browner undertone these days. very different than the greyish undertones that i have as well as what i have seen in ac's and ph's jacket.

i agree with kt that the wested does fit better in the pics....looks like you got the good pockets too, lucky guy!

Drifter · Post by **Drifter** » Mon Dec 17, 2007 2:26 am

I did indeed get the right pockets. The jacket is awesome. I love the Wested.

The fit of the standard is better than the photos show...at least..to me.

I'm quite please with both jackets.

Only thing I would alter on the wested is the stiffness..but I guess I just have to wait that out.

djd · Post by **djd** » Mon Dec 17, 2007 3:55 am

It's difficult to judge the length with your shirt untucked.... Both jackets look good

Doug C · Post by **Doug C** » Mon Dec 17, 2007 12:06 pm

That Todd's standard looks soo much better after you distressed it! It's really got the Raiders look IMHO. What's cool is that you've got one for cool to cold weather and one for warmer weather. Enjoy 'em and welcome back.

Doug C

The Best of both worlds Prt 1

The Best of both worlds Prt 1

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After Distressing the Todd's a little.