Denim Wested vs. Leather Wested
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Denim Wested vs. Leather Wested
I received the denim Raiders for Christmas this year. I had the sleeves taken in a bit and now it fits great. I'm thinking about sending a couple of measurements from the jacket to Wested for a leather Raiders jacket, but I had some questions. Is the denim Raiders standard cut? If it is, I may stick with a standard cut Raiders. An 80's cut may be a little tight. Also, now that my sleeves are the right length, should I send in those measurements or a little longer to compensate for wrinkling? And, I like the standard length of the jacket. Do I need to make any specifications for that when ordering? Thanks for any help.
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Yep, it's because you're Filipino... We figured that out just by your nickname and location (Indiana?) alone!afrayedknot wrote:Okay, I'm starting to develop a complex here! No one seems to be replying to my threads. Is this a newbie initiation or is it because I'm Filipino?
They suggest that your sleeves reach your thumb knuckle. However many inches that is is up to you though
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Well, I measured the sleeves on my denim Wested again and they're closer to 23 inches from the shoulder seam. But I noticed that the shoulder seam is about an inch lower on my shoulder. Should I specify a 24 inch sleeve length in the leather Wested and add 1/4 to 1/2 an inch for "wrinkling"? Or should I leave it at 24 inches?
Also, Peter doesn't ask for shoulder measurements. How will he know where to place the shoulder seam?
Also, Peter doesn't ask for shoulder measurements. How will he know where to place the shoulder seam?
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The Roltaa is pretty much the same pattern as the denim, if it will fit with adjusted sleeves then that might be your best bet.
If you want a custom then be prepared for a custom charge. The 80's fit is cut differently from scratch, a regular cannot be adjusted after it is made to be 80's, at least not economically so.
If you want a custom then be prepared for a custom charge. The 80's fit is cut differently from scratch, a regular cannot be adjusted after it is made to be 80's, at least not economically so.
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Upon closer inspection, it seems that the sleeves on Indy's jacket hang about an inch off his shoulders (this probably contributes to the "baggy" look). Now, I'm reconsidering sending in my shoulder measurements. Maybe people have been too specific with their jacket orders, which might lead to some discontent with their orders. Just a thought.
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I hope to be, Michaelson! I just ordered mine and had it shipped to my mother's house back home since that's where I'll be in about 11 days! I didn't figure Peter could get it out and to me here in S. Korea (via military mail) before I left on leave, so I just sent it home! haha. Can't wait to get it! I'm starting to build up quite the jacket collection.Michaelson wrote:They're VERY comfortable jackets. I think you'll be pleasantly surprised!
Regard! Michaelson