Bought a US Wings and ordered a Wested (updated with photos)
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Bought a US Wings and ordered a Wested (updated with photos)
(topic was "another Fall, another jacket order")
UPDATED
I ordered a Wested LC washed goat. Then on Friday I stopped to "look" at US Wings in Hudson, OH and walked out with their lightweight lamb jacket. I hope to post photos soon.
UPDATED
I ordered a Wested LC washed goat. Then on Friday I stopped to "look" at US Wings in Hudson, OH and walked out with their lightweight lamb jacket. I hope to post photos soon.
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Re: another Fall, another jacket order
Cool. I'm less than a day away from ordering a Magnoli Raiders hi-bred myself. I look forward to your comments after you new jacket arrives.
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Re: another Fall, another jacket order
Gentlemen, you've both made some pretty COOL jacket-ordering decisions, in my opinion...
I wish you both "wrinkle-free" purchasing experiences and greatly look forward to seeing your jacketS when you've both recieved them!
All the Best,
Mitch
I wish you both "wrinkle-free" purchasing experiences and greatly look forward to seeing your jacketS when you've both recieved them!
All the Best,
Mitch
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Re: another Fall, another jacket order
Started to have second thoughts today as I found out the US Wings place is only about an hour from my house. Hmmmm.
Re: another Fall, another jacket order
At the risk of being labeled a USWings fanboy, get the 30thAnniversary wings/cooper. You won't get this chance again. Much as that washed goat hide has always appealed to me, it's no contest in my book. Besides, if you're that close to USWings, go to the unveiling of the jacket they have planned, take a look at the jacket for yourself. I'm jealous, 2000 miles is just too far.
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Re: another Fall, another jacket order
Bemo wrote:At the risk of being labeled a USWings fanboy, get the 30thAnniversary wings/cooper. You won't get this chance again. Much as that washed goat hide has always appealed to me, it's no contest in my book. Besides, if you're that close to USWings, go to the unveiling of the jacket they have planned, take a look at the jacket for yourself. I'm jealous, 2000 miles is just too far.
I couldn't agree more with Bemo. If your that close too make the trip and see one of the jackets in person you should do so. I will be at the Aug. 30th presentation. Wested can make a great jacket, I own one, but if your that close to US Wings I would definitely check them out before ordering from Wested.
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Re: another Fall, another jacket order
I stopped by US Wings Friday. I picked up the lighweight lamb jacket...hoping to post some pics Monday.
Still getting the washed goat Wested tho.
Still getting the washed goat Wested tho.
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Re: another Fall, another jacket order
Decided not to go with the new US Wings Raiders, eh? Well, the New Zealand lamb jacket is really nice too, so you did well anyway. Can't wait for the pics!
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Re: another Fall, another jacket order
Make sure that you specify on the Wested that the pockets are to be placed three inches form the bottom hem. This measurement seems to be SA to what I personally see on screen.
Thanx!!!
Charlie
Thanx!!!
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I doubt think I can do the jacket justice with words (as in this thread http://indygear.com/cow/viewtopic.php?f ... t+lambskin ), so I'll just post a few photos instead.
(Not sure what my Sony camera's deal is, the colors look weird)
(Not sure what my Sony camera's deal is, the colors look weird)
Re: Bought a US Wings and ordered a Wested (updated with pho
wow! very nice fit!
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Re: Bought a US Wings and ordered a Wested (updated with pho
That jacket's just a natural on you, JF... and what a perfect fit!
Congrats on a GREAT purchase!
Congrats on a GREAT purchase!
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I love the way the NZ looks on you ! A great all around Indy Jacket...John Falcon wrote:I doubt think I can do the jacket justice with words (as in this thread http://indygear.com/cow/viewtopic.php?f ... t+lambskin ), so I'll just post a few photos instead.
(Not sure what my Sony camera's deal is, the colors look weird)
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Re: Bought a US Wings and ordered a Wested (updated with pho
This does not surprise me in the least, especially after you actually get one in your hands.John Falcon wrote:.....to "look" at US Wings in Hudson, OH and walked out with their lightweight lamb jacket.
WELL done!
Regards! Michaelson
Re: Bought a US Wings and ordered a Wested (updated with pho
Congrats, that's a beautiful jacket! The lambskin looks great.
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Re: Bought a US Wings and ordered a Wested (updated with pho
Yes, great fit!
Now just imagine how fantastic that calf skin Raider's is going to be.....
Now just imagine how fantastic that calf skin Raider's is going to be.....
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Re: Bought a US Wings and ordered a Wested (updated with pho
Thanks everyone! The evenings have been perfect jacket weather since I bought it.
Re: Bought a US Wings and ordered a Wested (updated with pho
cket looks like it has seen some water and hs brought out some grain. very nice. I love this leather! feels super light yet sturdy.
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Re: Bought a US Wings and ordered a Wested (updated with pho
Today I checked on the status of the Wested I ordered and found they are out of the washed goatskin.
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Re: Bought a US Wings and ordered a Wested (updated with pho
Cow member "John Falcon" sorry to hear that, sir. Hopefully soon, you'll be able to get one. I have three "off the rack" (OTR) and one custom,washed goatskin jackets from Wested, and man, I love that leather. Lighter weight than cowhide, a bit heavier weight than lambskin. And tough and sturdy as well.
BTW, did you place a "custom" order or an "off the rack"?
BTW, did you place a "custom" order or an "off the rack"?
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Re: Bought a US Wings and ordered a Wested (updated with pho
Decided to try the unwashed goat.....according to the DHL website it's in Cincinati Ohio already. Woo Hoo. Wonder how much cash the driver will demand for it. I believe they sent me a bill for $22.00 last time.