New Goat G&B just arrived!!

Bowie · Post by **Bowie** » Tue Apr 01, 2008 4:48 pm

Lots of time comparing brands and a few conversations with Lee Keppler, and I was sold on the Expedition. I'm told I have Lee & _ to thank for the specs & stlye. So here's a big Thanks Fellas!! The look & feel of this jacket is off the chart. BUT, that was only the first step... Now that I know what size I wear (40T) I think I might send it back to customize(thanks for the suggestions Rundquist). Seal brown and a silver/nickel zipper. I get some pics of the Dark Brown up ASAP, but I may yet end up with a Seal Brown.

PyramidBlaster · Post by **PyramidBlaster** » Tue Apr 01, 2008 4:54 pm

So did you order a size down? How tall are you? I'm working on a G&B in the next month, and I have a size locked in...But am on the fence for regular or Long.....

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Don't feel bad, someone nailed me yesterday with that...Yeah, i deserved it...

Bowie · Post by **Bowie** » Tue Apr 01, 2008 5:52 pm

I knew it was coming

I wanted to take pics last night, but my wife got a new camera, and I'll be darned if I can work it yet.... As far as sizing went... I was sized up at a Men's Warehouse for a dress coat, so I used that (size 40), but my chest is 38in in a wht T shirt. Plus, G&B has a chart that states what they consider Tall 5'11" - 6' 4". I am tall & slender 6' 2" in my socks, and weigh 180lbs (+/-depending on how I eat, or don't...). The sleeve length is perfect on me, they fall just above my thumb. The goatskin is AWESOME, I really can't say enough about. It feels light weight, but tough enough for me to call it leather armor.
But color.... what color do I want

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raider 57 · Post by **raider 57** » Tue Apr 01, 2008 7:40 pm

PyramidBlaster wrote:So did you order a size down? How tall are you? I'm working on a G&B in the next month, and I have a size locked in...But am on the fence for regular or Long.....

;0

Don't feel bad, someone nailed me yesterday with that...Yeah, i deserved it...

Just my two cents,I am 6ft height and my chest measures 40". I got the G&B Goat in a 38 tall(long). It fits well, if you're thin and want a trim style fit. Sleeves are perfect. AAAHHHH, You probably want.....PICS!!!! Let me know.
-raider 57

coronado3 · Post by **coronado3** » Tue Apr 01, 2008 8:32 pm

I'd like to see good photos of the dark vs. the seal brown G&Bs. Pref. in the sunshine. Anyone have both????????

C3

Rundquist · Post by **Rundquist** » Tue Apr 01, 2008 8:41 pm

coronado3 wrote:I'd like to see good photos of the dark vs. the seal brown G&Bs. Pref. in the sunshine. Anyone have both????????

C3

JC1972 · Post by **JC1972** » Tue Apr 01, 2008 9:25 pm

I ordered a 44T (might be too big) Expedition as I am 40-41 inches in chest with a t-shirt but I wear a 43L suit jacket. Also my invoice says LD1L1ND-M44TN Lamb Seal Dk. I asked for Dark Brown. Am I getting that? Opinions? Should I go down to a 42T?

PyramidBlaster · Post by **PyramidBlaster** » Tue Apr 01, 2008 10:20 pm

I ordered a 44T (might be too big) Expedition

If you get it in, could you PLEASE measure a few things for me? That's the size i'm looking at...I'm actually closer to a 46" chest, but A. I hear they run a little big, and B. I'm losing weight, and don't want to have to replace it in a year or two!

Oh, and color as dark as i can get w/out going pure black....in Goat...

Also curious as to order turnaround time....Time is getting short!

JC1972 · Post by **JC1972** » Tue Apr 01, 2008 10:54 pm

PyramidBlaster wrote:
I ordered a 44T (might be too big) Expedition
If you get it in, could you PLEASE measure a few things for me? That's the size i'm looking at...I'm actually closer to a 46" chest, but A. I hear they run a little big, and B. I'm losing weight, and don't want to have to replace it in a year or two!

Oh, and color as dark as i can get w/out going pure black....in Goat...

Also curious as to order turnaround time....Time is getting short!

They said it won't be ready for about 2 weeks. I'm getting a lambskin. If they run big, I wonder if I should go for a 42T. I measure 40-41" in the chest with a t-shirt on. Only reason I went up as I wear a 43L suit jacket; besides who goes down?

ztmario · Post by **ztmario** » Tue Apr 01, 2008 11:23 pm

if anyone's interested, I just posted a 42T for sale in the bazaar. looks and feels brand new, only worn a few times. I will say this though.. I find it hard to believe that it's actually a tall size. I'm 6'2" and find the sleeves and body to be too short. of course, this might be because I should have ordered a 44 or even 46 and my back is hiking up the sleeves. dunno.

Bowie · Post by **Bowie** » Wed Apr 02, 2008 7:37 pm

Here are a couple of pics of my New Goat G&B (and my user-namesake)

http://public.fotki.com/bowie333/gb1/p1020642.html
http://public.fotki.com/bowie333/gb1/p1020644.html

bobjones · Post by **bobjones** » Wed Apr 02, 2008 9:55 pm

Bowie wrote:Here are a couple of pics of my New Goat G&B (and my user-namesake)

http://public.fotki.com/bowie333/gb1/p1020642.html
http://public.fotki.com/bowie333/gb1/p1020644.html

Bowie, is that color the dark brown goat?

Bowie · Post by **Bowie** » Thu Apr 03, 2008 12:20 pm

Yes Sir, it is the the dark brown.... Dark brown & black are standard, anything else is custom/non-returnable. I wanted to get my size right, and now I am waiting on a swatch of seal brown goatskin. Plus I want a silver zipper rather than brass, just a personnal preference....

PyramidBlaster · Post by **PyramidBlaster** » Thu Apr 10, 2008 11:32 pm

Just ordered my Expedition in Dk Brown Goat, 44T. Now the wait begins!

After all the research on sizing I did, we'll see how close it is...Hope i don't have to send it back! Prolly won't, just a little nervous about sleeve length...Should be in the ballpark enough to work, though....Travis at G&B mentioned that 'Tall' only adds an inch to the length of the body and sleeves...

CM · Post by CM » Fri Apr 11, 2008 2:07 am

Looks good. Does the jacket do teh flying squirrel when you lift up your arms? (Does the rest of the jacket rise up when your arms are raised?)

Weston · Post by **Weston** » Fri Apr 11, 2008 2:57 am

That is a magnificent jacket, heirloom quality without question! I'm maxed out on Indy jackets, or I'd consider ordering a G&B, they are impressive.

Wear it well, because you sure won't wear it out!

Weston

Weston · Post by **Weston** » Fri Apr 11, 2008 4:52 pm

Bowie wrote:Here are a couple of pics of my New Goat G&B (and my user-namesake)

http://public.fotki.com/bowie333/gb1/p1020642.html
http://public.fotki.com/bowie333/gb1/p1020644.html

So that's where your user-name comes from. And here I was expecting a picture of the Thin White Duke himself modeling your jacket.

Am I the only one that thought of that? Anyone? Anyone?

Nice knife.

Weston

Bowie · Post by **Bowie** » Fri Apr 11, 2008 5:06 pm

Thanks. It's my precious...... at least until my Joe Keeslar made Bowie arrives

Bowie · Post by **Bowie** » Fri Apr 18, 2008 4:38 pm

The wait is over

My seal brown Expedition is here complete with the requested nickel hardware. The seal brown is beautiful, and feels softer than the dark brown did. I will get pictures up asap, I am at the office w/o a camera, but was too excited not to post....

CM · Post by CM » Sat Apr 19, 2008 9:58 pm

ztmario wrote:if anyone's interested, I just posted a 42T for sale in the bazaar. looks and feels brand new, only worn a few times. I will say this though.. I find it hard to believe that it's actually a tall size. I'm 6'2" and find the sleeves and body to be too short. of course, this might be because I should have ordered a 44 or even 46 and my back is hiking up the sleeves. dunno. :?

This worries me. I want a G&B and was told be Travis that a 42T would fit me. I'm just under 6'2" and 180 pounds. Will it fit me?

I usually wear a 42 regular...

JC1972 · Post by **JC1972** » Sun Apr 20, 2008 10:10 am

I got my 44T (6'3", 200 lbs.) in dark brown lambskin with the brass zipper and I love it. Teresita at G&B didn't even offer the nickel hardware but that's fine though.

norton · Post by **norton** » Mon Apr 21, 2008 11:49 am

I just received my 44T and I'm happy with the fit.

I'm 6'1" and weigh 195. I have a 34" waist and I probably could have gone with a 42" but the shoulders fit and that was the main thing.

With the underarm gussets, pleated back and adjusting straps on the side you have room to go a little large or small and still have a decent fit.

bobjones · Post by **bobjones** » Fri Jun 27, 2008 11:07 pm

norton wrote:I just received my 44T and I'm happy with the fit.

I'm 6'1" and weigh 195. I have a 34" waist and I probably could have gone with a 42" but the shoulders fit and that was the main thing.

With the underarm gussets, pleated back and adjusting straps on the side you have room to go a little large or small and still have a decent fit.

I am unsure of the right sizing for my jacket: I am 5-10 1/2" tall, 186 lbs., with a 43" chest and a 41" waist. For all you G&Bers out there, what size would you suggest for me?

CM · Post by CM » Sat Jun 28, 2008 1:25 am

bobjones wrote:
norton wrote:I just received my 44T and I'm happy with the fit.

I'm 6'1" and weigh 195. I have a 34" waist and I probably could have gone with a 42" but the shoulders fit and that was the main thing.

With the underarm gussets, pleated back and adjusting straps on the side you have room to go a little large or small and still have a decent fit.
I am unsure of the right sizing for my jacket: I am 5-10 1/2" tall, 186 lbs., with a 43" chest and a 41" waist. For all you G&Bers out there, what size would you suggest for me?

Ring them.

Baldwyn · Post by **Baldwyn** » Sat Jun 28, 2008 3:41 am

Here's my 8 year old Expedition.

It's up in the Bazaar as well. Every bit of distressing was honestly obtained, and as I even mention, I've jumped out of an airplane twice with it on...and broke both my arms in it...

CM · Post by CM » Sat Jun 28, 2008 4:11 am

You see, they do distress. That actually looks very worn in for 8 years. So much better than those silly sandpaper worn jackets some folks like.

Mine is only a few weeks old but it already looks worn in. Just by wearing it (no tricks) it is getting soft and wrinkly. I am perhaps one of th eonly people here who likes Indy jackets when they are new.

Tollan · Post by **Tollan** » Sat Jun 28, 2008 4:31 am

Bowie wrote:The wait is over
My seal brown Expedition is here complete with the requested nickel hardware. The seal brown is beautiful, and feels softer than the dark brown did. I will get pictures up asap, I am at the office w/o a camera, but was too excited not to post....

What and who did you speak to to sort this out? I was told they COULDN"T put a nickel zipper on my jacket I just ordered. I thought this was a bit strange at the time but went with it...

whipcracker · Post by **whipcracker** » Sat Jun 28, 2008 11:07 am

Me too...
I have thought about a G&B but want the nickle zipper. I was told the same thing. So I have been preparing to get a Magnoli raiders. But if nickle (I wish they cost a nickle)is an option....I will be back at square one. What are the magic words pray tell?

CM · Post by CM » Sat Jun 28, 2008 11:44 am

whipcracker wrote:Me too...
I have thought about a G&B but want the nickle zipper. I was told the same thing. So I have been preparing to get a Magnoli raiders. But if nickle (I wish they cost a nickle)is an option....I will be back at square one. What are the magic words pray tell?

Don't let a mere zipper put you off a G&B, ####, it's the best jacket you can get, so what if the zipper is the "wrong colour".