Wested Making a ToD jacket - order questions
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I noticed that, but didn't give it much thought. Interesting though; If Peter reads this, perhaps he can fill us in on the details?
I know it will be a while yet, but I'm checking my mailbox every day for any sign of my Temple jacket.
I have a feeling this will be the last leather jacket I'll ever need.
I know it will be a while yet, but I'm checking my mailbox every day for any sign of my Temple jacket.
I have a feeling this will be the last leather jacket I'll ever need.
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I think the end of the sleeve (at the wrist) is glued. Also there is no stitch at the bottom of the jacket. May be I'm wrong.TheFedoraGuy wrote:guys,
anyone noticed that on the Wested page:
> As several area are glued and not topstitched the heavier skin are not usable at this time.
Glued? not stitched? Which parts are glued?? Does anybody know more? Would like to order a ToD jacket but am unsure about that glueing...
TFG.
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Exactly , its one of the few advantages of being a poor studentgwyddion wrote:Thats why I never say such a thing ;-)
Well, I am fotunate/unfortunate enoug not to be able to buy all the jackets I would like to, otherwise I'd be drowning in them allready
so many jackets, so little money
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I'm in the midst of ordering one of these for a friend as a Christmas present, but what confuses me is that they're charging a 20£ surcharge for having one of these made in black lambskin?
If it was made in horsehide, or some kind of special lamb, I'd completely understand, but for black lambskin? Especially considering this is the same lamb they're using on other jackets with no surcharge? Doesn't this sound a bit unjust?
If it was made in horsehide, or some kind of special lamb, I'd completely understand, but for black lambskin? Especially considering this is the same lamb they're using on other jackets with no surcharge? Doesn't this sound a bit unjust?
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Supply and demand, I'm sure.
Example, I need a new rubber windshield gasket for the Plymouth. They're all pretty much the same, as rubber is rubber, but due to the fact there's less demand for MOPAR gaskets, a replacement gasket will cost me $180.
If my car were a Ford or GM, it would only cost me $65.
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Example, I need a new rubber windshield gasket for the Plymouth. They're all pretty much the same, as rubber is rubber, but due to the fact there's less demand for MOPAR gaskets, a replacement gasket will cost me $180.
If my car were a Ford or GM, it would only cost me $65.
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Black lambs are very rareCastor Dioscuri wrote:I'm in the midst of ordering one of these for a friend as a Christmas present, but what confuses me is that they're charging a 20£ surcharge for having one of these made in black lambskin?
If it was made in horsehide, or some kind of special lamb, I'd completely understand, but for black lambskin? Especially considering this is the same lamb they're using on other jackets with no surcharge? Doesn't this sound a bit unjust?
And not trying to get off topic (but doing an excellent job), if you need parts for your Chevy 350, you can drown in them. For my Mustang's 289, I have to pay a little more.Michaelson wrote:Supply and demand, I'm sure.
Example, I need a new rubber windshield gasket for the Plymouth. They're all pretty much the same, as rubber is rubber, but due to the fact there's less demand for MOPAR gaskets, a replacement gasket will cost me $180.
If my car were a Ford or GM, it would only cost me $65.
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That's sheep. Weren't you around when we discussed the difference between lamb and sheep?!? ;-)I thought there was one in every family...
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Steele Rubber productsMichaelson wrote:Supply and demand, I'm sure.
Example, I need a new rubber windshield gasket for the Plymouth. They're all pretty much the same, as rubber is rubber, but due to the fact there's less demand for MOPAR gaskets, a replacement gasket will cost me $180.
If my car were a Ford or GM, it would only cost me $65.
Regards! Michaelson
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are these outsourced?
Not sure if this was covered already, but can we be assured that these particular jackets are made in the UK as they should be, or is he having these made in India? I remember hearing that Peter outsourced making the jackets now. True, or only partially true? Won't buy one if they are
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We're all anxious. That's a funny word, by the way...anxious. Look at it. It doesn't look right, but it is! Anxious....
Anyway, who knows? I would hope Peter would simply produce the jackets in the order that they were, er, ordered.
It wouldn't be fair to bump down earlier orders just to put this new high profile jacket in front, not that any one has suggested that would happen.
I bet Peter is keen to get the TOD out though, and seen on the COW forums. They'll disappear once some good pics start to appear.
It's been one week and a few days since I ordered. I'm hoping it'll only be a few more.
Anyway, who knows? I would hope Peter would simply produce the jackets in the order that they were, er, ordered.
It wouldn't be fair to bump down earlier orders just to put this new high profile jacket in front, not that any one has suggested that would happen.
I bet Peter is keen to get the TOD out though, and seen on the COW forums. They'll disappear once some good pics start to appear.
It's been one week and a few days since I ordered. I'm hoping it'll only be a few more.
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Back in the other now closed thread KT mentioned that Peter was planning something special for the temple jackets that was going to make folks want to get them early.
I have not seen anything more on this now that they are on sale. Any word KT? Is it something that went by the wayside, missed, or is it still to be revealed? I remember it was mentioned other than the hardware. Thanks.
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I have not seen anything more on this now that they are on sale. Any word KT? Is it something that went by the wayside, missed, or is it still to be revealed? I remember it was mentioned other than the hardware. Thanks.
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I thought that was the hardware...that is, there was enough original hardware for 60 or so jackets, before Peter would revert to something less accurate. If it's something different, then awesome, glad I got my order in early!
On a side note, I do hope this jacket will be consistant. I hope we all get good collars, and good pockets etc. They should all be cut exactly the same, I would hope, except for sizes. Not some getting scalloped pockets and others not, that sort of thing.. I asked Peter for no special requests, just make it look just like the prototype which looked so good on KT!
On a side note, I do hope this jacket will be consistant. I hope we all get good collars, and good pockets etc. They should all be cut exactly the same, I would hope, except for sizes. Not some getting scalloped pockets and others not, that sort of thing.. I asked Peter for no special requests, just make it look just like the prototype which looked so good on KT!
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Thanks, I was thinking about it the other day wondering what it could be, as I remember KT making a point of it.DVD Connoisseur wrote:Yep, MACHONE, I thought there was going to be something extra special for the first 5!
Any word Peter or KT? Is it the first 5? Any hints? Maybe a special personally signed certificate, accompanying photo of the original jacket, or special numbered embroidered tag?
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