My problem is somewhat less complicated than Tomek9210's regarding Wested jackets. I've got a Wested denim in size 42 and I really like the way it fits. I've had to work on the collar a bit so that is doesn't lay so flat, but that's no big deal.
My dilemma is as follows: I'm getting ready to pull the trigger on a Wested OTR leather. I'd like lamb 'cause its lightweight. Peter's website has Authentic Lamb for 235.68 and "Authentic Lambskin" for 219.43. It says the 'lambskin' is lighter weight, has no leather facings and has more tapered sleeves. I don't want something too snug...I want it to hang, to drap a bit. Which one should I order? The money's not an issue, the sixteen dollar difference doesn't amount to butkiss. I just want a jacket thats going to fit well.
Wested vs Wested
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Adirondack Jones
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Re: Wested vs Wested
if moey aint an issue then I would go custom or wait until peter has sold out the OTR's from India. the new OTR's will be made in the wested house and will look alot better and fit better.
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Re: Wested vs Wested
Order the jacket skin you most want, but for durability, goathide is light weight like lamb but much tougher. The Rola custom would be the way to go though. It features no leather facings, slimmer sleeves and torso. Gussets and a hidden snap at the bottom of the storm flap is an added benefit, in order to keep the storm flap closed. I have a dark brown lamb and love the hide, but for the long haul, goat stands the test.