Show us your US Wings Antique COW Hero jackets

Post by **Tennessee Smith** » Sat Jul 24, 2010 12:11 pm

Sgt. wrote:... Now and then you will get some off the wall customers.
Sarge

We know all about those types here Sarge!!!!

-Erin

Sgt. · Post by **Sgt.** » Sat Jul 24, 2010 5:26 pm

Tennessee Smith wrote:
Sgt. wrote:... Now and then you will get some off the wall customers.
Sarge
We know all about those types here Sarge!!!!

-Erin

Oh I needed that!!
Sarge

Indydawg · Post by **Indydawg** » Sat Jul 24, 2010 5:45 pm

Hmmmmm...."creatures crawl in search of blood!"

ProfessorHenryWJonesJr · Sat Jul 24, 2010 6:00 pm

henryindianajonesjr44 · Sun Jul 25, 2010 5:02 pm

DANG IT! Now I HAVE to buy one of these. I own US Wings' VIP Jacket already and it is a masterpiece...but I have to own this one too. You guys are killing my budget!!!!

Holt · Post by **Holt** » Thu Jul 29, 2010 9:09 am

So, alittle update..

I have been wearing this jacket as much as I could ever since I got it. I have been wearing it mostly in the cooler evenings and rainy days. the rain really brought out some charater in this jacket.

this leather is really something else. I have never seen, felt or smelled such a wonderfull cowhide before. it is the best!!

even though it may not be 100% SA to raiders,..... this HERO jacket is oh so Indy!!!!

(bad quality pics. they are taken with a cell..)

Forrest For the Trees · Thu Jul 29, 2010 2:02 pm

Indiana Holt wrote: this leather is really something else. I have never seen, felt or smelled such a wonderfull cowhide before. it is the best!!

even though it may not be 100% SA to raiders,..... this HERO jacket is oh so Indy!!!!

Agreed!! I love this leather. By far and away, my favorite leather from any leather jacket I have owned (6 so far). It makes me wish I could order a made-to-measure jacket in this cowhide. It is so awesome. There are a few places where the leather has more of a darker, glossier finish to it, and incredible grain. I love it. I hope the calf skin Raiders is this nice!

maboot38 · Post by **maboot38** » Thu Jul 29, 2010 2:17 pm

I've been so excited the past few days because it has been under 80 degrees in the morning, so I don't feel so odd wearing it in my jeep to work! Of course the drive home is too warm for it.

The best way I can describe what I love so much about this jacket is that it has a fantastic firmness to it that is sorely missing with lamb jackets, but at the same time, it is so soft and comfortable that it fits like a favorite sweater.

I just love this thing!

Sgt. · Post by **Sgt.** » Thu Jul 29, 2010 4:54 pm

Tundrarider wrote:Hi Sarge, I originally posted this in the Lambskin thread, so I figured I'd post it here since the question is about this jacket.

Thanks!

Sgt. wrote:plus we did make 12 size Large Hero Cow with extra long arms and we did some with and without Snaps..
Hi Sarge, Do you have any of the Large COW Hero jackets with longer arms still available with snaps?

Thanks!

Michael

I don't know for sure But I do know that I made 12 size Large Hero Cow with longer arms.. I think I will ship them out next week.. .
BTW We can not keep these jackets in stock.
Sarge

Garzo · Post by **Garzo** » Thu Jul 29, 2010 6:19 pm

Who's that sharp-looking stud sporting the jacket on US Wings' Indy section? Looks kinda familiar . . .

whipcracker · Post by **whipcracker** » Thu Jul 29, 2010 7:40 pm

I know there are some great pics on Wings web site! Would that we all could look as good as Holt and the others in our gear!

Sgt. · Post by **Sgt.** » Thu Jul 29, 2010 9:46 pm

whipcracker wrote:I know there are some great pics on Wings web site! Would that we all could look as good as Holt and the others in our gear!

I honestly hear that from a lot of people worldwide.. Holt will model the Raiders Neil Cooper and US Wings Jacket when it is released for the First time!!
Of course we will ask... if the others would like to Model the Striated Lamb.. Thick full of stretch marks as seen on our thread... Fans we are getting close.
Sarge

Mitch LaRue · Post by **Mitch LaRue** » Thu Jul 29, 2010 10:03 pm

Sarge, it goes without saying that we're lucky to have you, but I'm sure you'll agree that you got a bit LUCKY yourself with so many great Indy-jacket-models to choose from right here in our "amateur" ranks!

You've got a great group of familiar faces on your U.S. Wings webpages! And they look FANTASTIC in those amazing jackets!

Sgt. · Post by **Sgt.** » Thu Jul 29, 2010 11:01 pm

Mitch LaRue wrote:Sarge, it goes without saying that we're lucky to have you, but I'm sure you'll agree that you got a bit LUCKY yourself with so many great Indy-jacket-models to choose from right here in our "amateur" ranks!

You've got a great group of familiar faces on your U.S. Wings webpages! And they look FANTASTIC in those amazing jackets!

I guess you have to know a little more about Me!!I love Indy Gear and all the members. I went into the US Military after High School and yes was in Combat when I was an old man to some 28 years old.. spent one year in the Hosp. from combact wounds!! and missed out on a lot of my child hood.. lost my first Wife while I was off in the USCG when only a very young man to come home and found her Dead.... I have alweys felt there is a little Indy in all of us..Keep in Mind I am now 70 years old and have turned the clock over many times.. If I can help those with the true feeling I will.. Again never and I mean never forget your dreams.
Sarge

Mitch LaRue · Post by **Mitch LaRue** » Fri Jul 30, 2010 4:49 am

WELL said, sir.

Holt · Post by **Holt** » Fri Jul 30, 2010 6:34 am

well said indeed!

thank you all for the compliments.

backstagejack · Post by **backstagejack** » Sat Jul 31, 2010 2:11 pm

Anyone know how much more length the Long sizes give on the sleeves?

I sent my small back in because it was too short in the sleeves and a tiny bit tight in the back of the shoulders. But I'm worried that the Medium might wind up too large on me. Now I see that Small Long sizes are available....

Sgt. · Post by **Sgt.** » Sat Jul 31, 2010 2:47 pm

backstagejack wrote:Anyone know how much more length the Long sizes give on the sleeves?

I sent my small back in because it was too short in the sleeves and a tiny bit tight in the back of the shoulders. But I'm worried that the Medium might wind up too large on me. Now I see that Small Long sizes are available....

Yes.. We ask the Fans and they wanted 1 1/2 inch in the sleeves.. With that said.. Please read this thread close.. I will still send out a free UPS pick up for any exchange for COW members only... Free shipping is over at 2400 hours tonight plus the free belt.. We will pay for one exchange and I will still offer a 50 % discount for COW members only for all oders sent out side the USA.. ( International Orders) Members must tell Myke via e-mail at myke@uswings.com... If there is a problem or misunderstanding Please let USW know about it First.
Sarge

Indydawg · Post by **Indydawg** » Sat Jul 31, 2010 7:07 pm

There is NO problem that can't be fixed to satisfaction if it is taken to Myke and Sarge first, folks.....just take the problems to them first.

Regards!
Indydawg

Sgt. · Post by **Sgt.** » Sun Aug 01, 2010 9:34 am

Indydawg wrote:There is NO problem that can't be fixed to satisfaction if it is taken to Myke and Sarge first, folks.....just take the problems to them first.

Regards!
Indydawg

Amen that goes without saying for any Vendor and or Friend!
Sarge

DoubleOhSeven · Post by **DoubleOhSeven** » Wed Aug 04, 2010 9:11 pm

Yep, okay, I've seen enough.

Ordering one soonest.

(Like I need ONE more jacket........)

But, what, wait...isn't Halloween coming up soon? Seems my other half said something about us having a costume party.......

Hey, Sarge, I remember once you told me in an email that you carried. When off-duty (are we really ever???) I carry a 1911 in an inside the waist holster. Does this jacket conceal pretty well around the beltline?

Sgt. · Post by **Sgt.** » Wed Aug 04, 2010 10:37 pm

DoubleOhSeven wrote:Yep, okay, I've seen enough.

Ordering one soonest.

(Like I need ONE more jacket........)

But, what, wait...isn't Halloween coming up soon? Seems my other half said something about us having a costume party.......

Hey, Sarge, I remember once you told me in an email that you carried. When off-duty (are we really ever???) I carry a 1911 in an inside the waist holster. Does this jacket conceal pretty well around the beltline?

You know I carry a 1911 Colt ! Always have and always will ! You will have no problem as long as you come under HR 43 and or CC Lic. and or Active Duty Police officer! You will be okay in our Indy Jacket. Don't think I would run around carrying a 1911 Halloween Night!!
Sarge

DoubleOhSeven · Post by **DoubleOhSeven** » Thu Aug 05, 2010 4:05 pm

Sgt. wrote:You know I carry a 1911 Colt ! Always have and always will ! You will have no problem as long as you come under HR 43 and or CC Lic. and or Active Duty Police officer! You will be okay in our Indy Jacket. Don't think I would run around carrying a 1911 Halloween Night!!
Sarge

Thanks, Sarge!

I've had no troubles so far with carrying under HR 43. Most officers I've encountered in other jurisdictions, after finding out I'm a cop, too, ask something like "So what're you carrying?".

And you are right, no carrying the 1911 on Halloween. Wouldn't be the Indy thing to do anyway.

Jacket order on the way!

Sgt. · Post by **Sgt.** » Thu Aug 05, 2010 4:41 pm

DoubleOhSeven wrote:
Sgt. wrote:You know I carry a 1911 Colt ! Always have and always will ! You will have no problem as long as you come under HR 43 and or CC Lic. and or Active Duty Police officer! You will be okay in our Indy Jacket. Don't think I would run around carrying a 1911 Halloween Night!!
Sarge
Thanks, Sarge!

I've had no troubles so far with carrying under HR 43. Most officers I've encountered in other jurisdictions, after finding out I'm a cop, too, ask something like "So what're you carrying?".

And you are right, no carrying the 1911 on Halloween. Wouldn't be the Indy thing to do anyway.

Jacket order on the way!

BTW... I thought we were getting a shipment of Indy Hero Cow and Lightweight Lamb this week... Looks like next Wed.
The Inside pocket of the Indy Jacket is a great place for a PPK and or PPKS 380.. My Wife and I would never leave home without one.
Sarge

binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Mon Aug 09, 2010 5:16 pm

I just got my UPS tracking number! $\:D/$

Post by **Michaelson** » Mon Aug 09, 2010 5:31 pm

That's GREAT news, Rick. I hope you enjoy the 3XL I told him to change it to.

binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Mon Aug 09, 2010 5:35 pm

I have an orangutan with a message coming your way, Michaelson.

Holt · Post by **Holt** » Mon Aug 09, 2010 5:38 pm

Post by **Michaelson** » Mon Aug 09, 2010 5:43 pm

Uh....never mind.

Post by **Tennessee Smith** » Mon Aug 09, 2010 6:27 pm

binkmeisterRick wrote:I have an orangutan with a message coming your way, Michaelson.

"right turn Clyde"

...and YESSSSS, I got mine too... not the orangutan mind you, but the tracking numbers

scot2525 · Post by **scot2525** » Mon Aug 09, 2010 7:34 pm

binkmeisterRick wrote:I just got my UPS tracking number! $\:D/$

Thats great news Bink! Make sure you get a few pictures posted asap, especially a back length photo.

PsychicsAndSwords · Post by **PsychicsAndSwords** » Mon Aug 09, 2010 8:00 pm

binkmeisterRick wrote:I just got my UPS tracking number! $\:D/$

Is that for a long-size one? Man, I hope I get a tracking number soon... *fingers crossed*

Sgt. · Post by **Sgt.** » Mon Aug 09, 2010 8:02 pm

scot2525 wrote:
binkmeisterRick wrote:I just got my UPS tracking number! $\:D/$

Thats great news Bink! Make sure you get a few pictures posted asap, especially a back length photo.

FYI.. We have another truck load in two weeks or less.. BTW I went over all the jackets that went out today and all I can say is WOW!!!
Yes Sir Michaelson as you ask.. some had snaps!!
Sarge

PsychicsAndSwords · Post by **PsychicsAndSwords** » Mon Aug 09, 2010 8:06 pm

Sgt. wrote:
scot2525 wrote:
binkmeisterRick wrote:I just got my UPS tracking number! $\:D/$

Thats great news Bink! Make sure you get a few pictures posted asap, especially a back length photo.
FYI.. We have another truck load in two weeks or less.. BTW I went over all the jackets that went out today and all I can say is WOW!!!
Yes Sir Michaelson as you ask.. some had snaps!!
Sarge

So does that mean that if we didn't get a tracking number today, it'll be another 1-2 weeks? Not that I need a jacket in this super-humid 90 degree weather, but still.

binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Mon Aug 09, 2010 8:24 pm

Scot, you just want to look at my backside, don't you?

PAS, mine is a small without snaps.

scot2525 · Post by **scot2525** » Mon Aug 09, 2010 8:28 pm

binkmeisterRick wrote:Scot, you just want to look at my backside, don't you?

PAS, mine is a small without snaps.

But of course I do!

binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Mon Aug 09, 2010 8:38 pm

Cheeky monkey!

PsychicsAndSwords · Post by **PsychicsAndSwords** » Mon Aug 09, 2010 8:47 pm

binkmeisterRick wrote:PAS, mine is a small without snaps.

Soooo, by my amazing deductive reasoning, that means I should have got mine first, because I'm bigger than you and could totally beat you up on the playground?

binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Mon Aug 09, 2010 8:53 pm

Sure, but it won't fit you. Besides, you might be bigger, but I'm faster and can change directions on a dime. This proved invaluable on the playground when I was a kid.

Post by **Tennessee Smith** » Wed Aug 11, 2010 1:25 pm

Well, I went home during lunch today and my package arrived… “Its Beautiful”…

The leather is perfect!!!

I can completely understand what everyone has said about it.
I’ve been anticipating this sine Michaelson gave me the specs way back when.
I’ll post pics later, I’m back at work.

Sarge, everything you’ve said about this jacket is right!!! It’s Indy right out of the box!!! $\:D/$

Michealson… you were wrong….

It’s perfect without snaps!!!

-TS

Post by **Michaelson** » Wed Aug 11, 2010 1:26 pm

Tell that again this winter when we're standing on a 'boro parking lot in a stiff winter wind.

Regards! Michaelson

Post by **Tennessee Smith** » Wed Aug 11, 2010 1:29 pm

I'll have a cup 'o joe to keep me toasty then

binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Wed Aug 11, 2010 1:35 pm

Excellent, TS! Mine's on the truck for delivery today! $\:D/$

Post by **Tennessee Smith** » Wed Aug 11, 2010 1:38 pm

binkmeisterRick wrote:Excellent, TS! Mine's on the truck for delivery today! $\:D/$

YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED!!!!

Post by **Michaelson** » Wed Aug 11, 2010 1:48 pm

Tennessee Smith wrote:I'll have a cup 'o joe to keep me toasty then

...and so will I, because I WANT to...not because I HAVE to.

Regards! Michaelson

Indydawg · Post by **Indydawg** » Wed Aug 11, 2010 1:50 pm

No...you won't! I am..in a word....speechless (which is hard for me to admit...)

Full review and pics of it to come....

Regards!
Indydawg

Post by **Tennessee Smith** » Wed Aug 11, 2010 3:00 pm

...and so will I, because I WANT to...not because I HAVE to.

Regards! Michaelson

touché...

binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Wed Aug 11, 2010 6:19 pm

I got my jacket!!!! It's beautiful!

But... The shoulders and sleeves fit me perfectly, but I can't zip it up easily!

I immediately called Sarge, and we're going to swap it out for a medium and see if that works. My problem is that I have a short but stocky build (I'm around my proper weight), so it's a challenge to find off-the-rack clothing that fits me right. After all, I want a jacket that looks good on ME.

When he put Myke on the phone to sort out the exchange, it sounded like Sarge was going through the mediums right then and there to see if he could find a medium on the smaller side that will work for me. I really hope the replacement fits me right, because I like this jacket!

This is what I can say about what I currently have in my hands. This jacket is very well made. If the upcoming Neil Cooper jackets are made this well, they'll be a home run! This is a solid garment ready for action. I can only echo what's been said about this leather, as it's really something special. It's got a great feel and lots of character. This jacket will distress beautifully just by wearing it, and it already looks broken in. It's easy to see why folks drool over this leather. While there may be one or two things that will drive stitch counters bonkers with this particular pattern (like the back panel, as has been discussed ad nauseum), it really does exude the spirit of Indy. I'm not a stitch counter, but I like a jacket that looks good. This one looks fantastic. I just hope the medium looks as good on me as Weston's does on him!

sharkboy · Post by **sharkboy** » Wed Aug 11, 2010 6:44 pm

You mite have me to blame for getting the small. I remember steering you in that direction over email, but I'm glad Sarge is working it out, it's a beauty.

SB

Holt · Post by **Holt** » Wed Aug 11, 2010 6:46 pm

I'm so glad you guys finally got your jackets. wear them all the time! enjoy them!!!

congrats my two good friends!!