U.S. Wings Antique Cowhide 'Hero Jacket'

Indydawg · Post by **Indydawg** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 12:36 pm

Oh, yeah, man....and if it was a MEDIUM, I'd be very interested myself....either way, pics would be wonderful!

Later!
Indydawg

PSBIndy · Post by **PSBIndy** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 12:36 pm

I have 4 Westeds, 1 G&B, 1 Todds, and 3 Nowaks. Now, this USW Hero jacket is without a doubt a great jacket, and better than most Westeds I might add, but it does NOT surpass a Nowak.....and it shouldn't. The Nowaks are built like Tanks and the leather is second to none and can be found no where else. Also, the level of customization and craftsmanship surpasses all other Indy jackets in the market right now. The Nowaks are worth their $700+ asking price. For $200, the USW hero jacket is a tremendous value but let's not get ridiculous here and compare it to a Nowak.

Post by **Michaelson** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 12:38 pm

PSBIndy wrote: For $200, the USW hero jacket is a tremendous value but let's not get ridiculous here and compare it to a Nowak.

LOL! Hey, why not? His opinion is as good as the next member. If he thinks it's comparible, it's his opinion and he's welcome to post it!

Regards! Michaelson

FLATHEAD · Post by **FLATHEAD** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 12:43 pm

Indydawg wrote:Oh, yeah, man....and if it was a MEDIUM, I'd be very interested myself....either way, pics would be wonderful!

Later!
Indydawg

Believe it or not, I think it was your jacket Dawg, that had pictures posted of it back on the old Indy fan forum, that I
first saw, and wanted one.

Those pictures of the original US Wings "Vintage Cowhide" was exactly what I was looking for. A jacket that was new,
but did not look new, if you know what I mean.

I am pretty sure it was your jacket. Or at least a guy back then who used the name IndyDawg. I still have those
original pictures from that post somewhere.

Flathead

Post by **Michaelson** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 12:44 pm

Wouldn't that be a riot if it was?!

Dawg is the only individual who has ever registered here under that name too!

Regards! Michaelson

Indydawg · Post by **Indydawg** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 12:50 pm

Agreed!

You know...it would HAVE to have been my jacket. I was one of the first guys to get what, at that time, was called the "Old Cow" jackets....very vintage leather...very soft....but natural scarring and unbelievable grain throughout the jacket...a few months after starting to wear it, the think LOOKED like it had been through "50 Missions," but, obviously, was still practically new. I Pecarded the whole thing after using a coat of Sarge's "Blackrock" stuff he used to send out (maybe still does after request), and it just brought the whole thing back to all kinds of life!!!!

That was one GREAT jacket! Anything that comes close that THAT one is a sure-fire winner!

Oh, and as a side note, I just got this text from my nephew who will, hopefully, make an appearance of his own here in a bit...he says:

I just got my us wings jacket. Wow I'm stoked. This jacket is off the chain. Thank you so much for telling me about this deal. I absolutely love this jacket!

So, Sarge...if you get back to reading this again today....I think he likes it

Regards!
Indydawg

Sgt. · Post by **Sgt.** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 12:55 pm

Indydawg-

FYI...it is the policy of US Wings to never turn off our computer day or night.

Sarge

Indydawg · Post by **Indydawg** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 12:56 pm

maboot38 · Post by **maboot38** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 12:57 pm

Can we add "off the chain" to the list of things XXXX'd out by the filter on here??

Post by **Tennessee Smith** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 1:01 pm

Well, I got a confirmation e-mail from Myke. The no snap jacket is on order and 3 weeks out!!!

I haven't been excited like this about anything in a long, long time.

-TS

Post by **Michaelson** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 1:20 pm

Oh, I don't know about that, TS. You seemed pretty excited when you got a chance to run me over with your truck on the parking lot in the 'boro last Saturday.

Regards! Michaelson

Post by **Tennessee Smith** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 1:23 pm

Michaelson wrote:Oh, I don't know about that, TS. You seemed pretty excited when you got a chance to run me over with your truck on the parking lot in the 'boro last Saturday.

Regards! Michaelson

Yeah, if only that brake hadn't stuck!!!

JC1972 · Post by **JC1972** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 1:24 pm

PSBIndy wrote:I have 4 Westeds, 1 G&B, 1 Todds, and 3 Nowaks. Now, this USW Hero jacket is without a doubt a great jacket, and better than most Westeds I might add, but it does NOT surpass a Nowak.....and it shouldn't. The Nowaks are built like Tanks and the leather is second to none and can be found no where else. Also, the level of customization and craftsmanship surpasses all other Indy jackets in the market right now. The Nowaks are worth their $700+ asking price. For $200, the USW hero jacket is a tremendous value but let's not get ridiculous here and compare it to a Nowak.

Fyi, Nowaks now start at $950.

Indydawg · Post by **Indydawg** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 1:25 pm

Oh, I don't know...I think "off the chain" has a rather impish quality that is both unique and cliche at the same time....

(My GAWD, am I actually defending adolescent lexicon here?!?!

)

Indydawg

crismans · Post by **crismans** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 1:29 pm

Nice pics of the jacket, Sharkboy. You did a really great job in capturing the jacket. I need to get some pics of mine up as well (although they won't be able to match yours!).

Prescott · Post by **Prescott** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 1:31 pm

I believe my post leans heavily on construction, materials and value. If I take out how I "feel" about my Nowak and compare it strictly on those other merits, my opinion remains unchanged. The leather is different. However, Wings has done other jackets using the same leather Tony used and I suspect it's every bit as bulletproof as his CS. Sarge knows how to make a jacket well. I agree that the TN is worth every penny I payed for it and the whole experience I had with Tony and the feeling I had made a friend is worth far more. Bringing this post back on target, the Hero is an awesome jacket made more so by the fact that most any one can afford one. You will get a jacket you can live in. It's just me, however once I get to a certain plateau in funds I tend to baby a thing so as not to damage it. I can't afford to replace very expensive items. Again, this is all relative and should not be taken as a slight against anyone. You will not be sorry if you get the Hero jacket...

-P-

John Vaughan · Post by **John Vaughan** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 2:18 pm

John

binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 2:25 pm

I'm on the phone with Sarge right now! He wants me to tell you guys know that he will be making long sizes both with AND without snaps! There will be six jackets of each size made without snaps. This is only for COW members, and not the general public! Go Sarge!

maboot38 · Post by **maboot38** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 2:30 pm

binkmeisterRick wrote:Go Sarge!

Sarge is my new favorite person!!! In addition to the jackets, as I mentioned much earlier in this thread, you guys all need to do some reading on his website about war in Vietnam:

http://www.uswings.com/vietnamfacts.asp

JC1972 · Post by **JC1972** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 2:34 pm

binkmeisterRick wrote:I'm on the phone with Sarge right now! He wants me to tell you guys know that he will be making long sizes both with AND without snaps! There will be six jackets of each size made without snaps. This is only for COW members, and not the general public! Go Sarge!

Thanks Bink and Sarge

Now I have to decide which one

binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 2:39 pm

I placed my order for a small Hero with no snaps! $\:D/$ Thanks, SB, for your help, but no thanks to you, Michaelson, because you were no help at all!

(Just kidding!)

Post by **Tennessee Smith** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 2:45 pm

Good Deal Bink!!!

Now, I won't be the only one here snapless!!!

-TS

Post by **Michaelson** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 2:51 pm

binkmeisterRick wrote:......, but no thanks to you, Michaelson, because you were no help at all! (Just kidding!)

I have NO idea what you're talking about....

Regard! Michaelson

binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 2:56 pm

But Sarge does...

binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 2:57 pm

Tennessee Smith wrote:Good Deal Bink!!!

Now, I won't be the only one here snapless!!!

-TS

Erin, you make it sound so risqué!

Post by **Michaelson** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 2:58 pm

binkmeisterRick wrote:But Sarge does...

Uh oh.

binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 2:59 pm

Yeah, he had plenty to say about you, mister!

Post by **Michaelson** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 3:01 pm

Uh, I'll be out in the car if you guys need me.....

Post by **Tennessee Smith** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 3:04 pm

binkmeisterRick wrote:
Tennessee Smith wrote:Good Deal Bink!!!

Now, I won't be the only one here snapless!!!

-TS
Erin, you make it sound so risqué!

I just re-read what I typed

With out snaps sounds more apropriate, with the young-uns and all!!!

Plus, I don't think there is a SA halter top

binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 3:23 pm

Yet.

maboot38 · Post by **maboot38** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 3:50 pm

I really wish I had a large along with my extra-large in the same room at the same time so I could be confident that I have the best fitting size for me. I love the fit of the jacket, but I've got this "what-if?" feeling wondering whether or not the large would be a better fit. There is a guy in a previous post who was 5'11" and 190 lbs and had a perfectly fitting large. I'm only an inch shorter and only 15 lbs more and I have an XL, so I can't help but wonder.

Still, perhaps this jacket will come in handy in the winter when worn over a sweater.

Sgt. · Post by **Sgt.** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 4:00 pm

You can order both sizes and return the one you dont want.

Sarge

Fitch · Post by **Fitch** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 4:02 pm

I'm 6'-1" and weigh 165 lbs with a slender frame and ordered a Med. The body of the jacket fits me absolutely perfectly, but the sleeves are about 1" too short, just enough to ride up my arm when stretched. I 've tried a Large from Wings before and they are huge on me! I guess I'll return mine for a refund, I hate it though, because it is an incredible jacket for the price!

maboot38 · Post by **maboot38** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 4:04 pm

Sgt. wrote:You can order both sizes and return the one you dont want.

Sarge

I might just do that. First I'll try to post photos of my XL on me for opinions, hopefully later this week.

Thanks Sarge.

Sgt. · Post by **Sgt.** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 4:14 pm

Yo Fitch, I have a solution to your problem...return your size medium..send me an email with your name and address and I will send you a call tag. N/C for shipping. I will send you in 3 weeks, a medium long. Should fit you like a glove. You will be out no shipping. Solves your problem, keeps a smile on your face and will make the next fan very happy to get your medium.

Sarge

RaidersBash · Post by **RaidersBash** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 4:54 pm

Sgt. wrote:...and will make the next fan very happy to get your medium.

Sarge

I think that would be me...maybe. I'm ready to pull the trigger on this, but wanted to confirm the sizes...I think Med. is what I need, but there are 2 size ranges on the chart for med...? Pretty simple, I'm 5'9", 150# and wear a 38-40R (sometimes a 42R).

Any advice is much appreciated.

191145 · Post by **191145** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 4:55 pm

Wow. That's service! I sent my Med back today to try a Small. The Med overlaps my midsec. about 6" (3" from each side) and the sleeves are at least an inch too long. The shoulders are too wide too. I really think the small might work. I once tried a Med G8 and felt exactly the same, that a small would work. I never did try it though.

Fitch · Post by **Fitch** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 4:55 pm

Email sent! Thanks Sarge!

John Vaughan · Post by **John Vaughan** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 5:03 pm

$\:D/$ From the smell that rolled out of the box when I opened it to the way it fits, I love this jacket!!! $\:D/$

John

Sgt. · Post by **Sgt.** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 5:20 pm

Hello Raiders Bash and 191145
Both of you should go with a size small and no matter what.. the bottom line here at US Wings we will make you happy!

Regards,
Sarge

Sgt. · Post by **Sgt.** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 5:28 pm

Hello John V.
Now the bad news...Don't lay your Hero Indy down because it will walk off !!

Regards,
Sarge

tgalahad · Post by **tgalahad** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 5:47 pm

From the smell that rolled out of the box when I opened it to the way it fits, I love this jacket!!! $\:D/$

You are quite right about that!

This is my second US Wings coat and it looks and fits great! Thank you Sarge and all at US Wings

tgalahad
Here are a few images.

Daylight

daylight and flash

Daylight

scot2525 · Post by **scot2525** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 6:01 pm

Wings recieved my medium jacket this morning hopefully the small will ship out tomorrow. I can't wait to get this jacket back in my hands. If Wings was just a little bit closer I would have driven over on Saturday and exchaged it myself in person but I didn't think my son would want to spend 11 hours, round trip, in a car on Saturday.

Post by **Tennessee Smith** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 6:30 pm

Tgalahad, that leather looks georgous. It has some real nice texture in places that just makes it a great Hero Jacket.

Congrats on the jacket!!!

-Erin

John Vaughan · Post by **John Vaughan** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 6:32 pm

Sgt. wrote:Hello John V.
Now the bad news...Don't lay your Hero Indy down because it will walk off !!

Regards,
Sarge

LOL, Trust me Sarge, this puppy will always be on a short leash! My .500 mag now has a reason to be jealous!

John

Indiana Kev · Post by **Indiana Kev** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 6:47 pm

My xl should be here thursday! Cant wait to get this jacket!

jacksdad · Post by **jacksdad** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 7:00 pm

hey all jackets look great just wondering if anyone could measure a large pit to pit for me. I have a us wings goat and medium fits good except when my cookie storage unit grows during fall and winter now it's summer it's back to normal so my jackets fits again.

tgalahad · Post by **tgalahad** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 7:01 pm

Tgalahad, that leather looks georgous. It has some real nice texture in places that just makes it a great Hero Jacket.

Thanks Erin, (wish I could take credit for it) You are right the texture and color of the jacket are amazing. It photographs really well and the angle of the light really changes the surface and appearance. Not sure if I should frame it or wear it...

I think I'll wear it...

all the best,

Tim

Sgt. · Post by **Sgt.** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 7:29 pm

Hello Tgalahad and Fans alike,
Up until today I have ask Myke and Amber i.e. and some COW members to post for me.. Reason is that I have some what of a Vision Problem and all words run together... Like Mark has said I am 100 % blind in my right eye and can't see out of my left! If you doubt Marks word my Doctor is Andrew P. Schachat,M.D. Chairman for Cleveland Clinic Cole eye center... Tgalahad I love the Picture of the Hero Indy and what makes me happy is the Fans are very pleased.. If the size for any reason does not work for you just let us know and we can and will make you happy.
Now if you can understand my Threads.. Good luck!
Regards,
Sarge

Forrest For the Trees · Mon Jun 21, 2010 7:32 pm

Got a slip in my mailbox today. I'll be picking up the jacket at the Post Office first thing in the morning. Can't wait!! I suspect I may have to exchange the Medium for a Small, but will have to wait and see.