US Wings Legend Imported Cowhide Discussion

RaidersBash · Post by **RaidersBash** » Mon Mar 28, 2011 6:01 am

Actually I found that post while I was looking for the one about the LL Bean close enoughs. I was reading through a search of MY posts when I found that old thread, and was browsing honestly more for the history of it when I found the postings about the release dates.

As I said, I wasn't even wanting to argue or call anyone to the mat, and certainly not you so please don't take it the wrong way.

But man, the waters about the whole Wings Legend became one big muddy mess, IMO.

Post by **Michaelson** » Mon Mar 28, 2011 8:19 am

Understood.

Yeah, they were doing pretty good during the 'Hero' creation, but things went really off the rails when it came down to the production of the 'Legend'.

Regards! Michaelson

WhipDude · Post by **WhipDude** » Mon Mar 28, 2011 4:04 pm

I got an email from UPS with an attachment that is supposedly details about the delivery. It was in the spam box and I assume that it's a virus as Myke never gave me an update as they told me. I don't think I'll open it because I don't see why I'd have to open an attachment for delivery confirmation.

...I had my hopes up too...

Indyzane · Post by **Indyzane** » Mon Mar 28, 2011 4:08 pm

WhipDude wrote:I got an email from UPS with an attachment that is supposedly details about the delivery. It was in the spam box and I assume that it's a virus as Myke never gave me an update as they told me. I don't think I'll open it because I don't see why I'd have to open an attachment for delivery confirmation.

...I had my hopes up too...

Maybe open the email on a phone with web capabilities. Then change your password and you should be fine. Or send it to a gmail account and scan it for a virus before opening it?

nicktheguy · Post by **nicktheguy** » Mon Mar 28, 2011 4:10 pm

I always err on caution with any irregular attachments - there's lots of viruses out there these days.

Indyzane · Post by **Indyzane** » Mon Mar 28, 2011 4:11 pm

nicktheguy wrote:I always err on caution with any irregular attachments - there's lots of viruses out there these days.

Very true! Heard about the new Hallmark one? It's extremely bad!

Scott63 · Post by **Scott63** » Mon Mar 28, 2011 4:54 pm

WhipDude wrote:I got an email from UPS with an attachment that is supposedly details about the delivery. It was in the spam box and I assume that it's a virus as Myke never gave me an update as they told me. I don't think I'll open it because I don't see why I'd have to open an attachment for delivery confirmation.

...I had my hopes up too...

I got a UPS package a couple of weeks ago and have been getting this same email (with attachment) in my spam box once or twice a week ever since. Since I don't have anything on order, I just delete it each time it shows up.

Scott

WhipDude · Post by **WhipDude** » Mon Mar 28, 2011 5:17 pm

Virus scanner picked it up as a threat. Oh well! The wait continues.

Hollowpond · Post by **Hollowpond** » Mon Mar 28, 2011 5:27 pm

Unless the virus scanner picks up on Ick...

Joeyeah_right · Post by **Joeyeah_right** » Tue Mar 29, 2011 5:01 am

Yes, there is a virus going round attached to a fake UPS email, so I'd be very wary of opening any emails that say they are from UPS at the moment as it's a nasty virus.

Joe

jnicktem · Post by **jnicktem** » Fri Apr 01, 2011 1:59 pm

Soooo.... anyone get their replacement jacket yet?

WhipDude · Post by **WhipDude** » Fri Apr 01, 2011 2:17 pm

jnicktem wrote:Soooo.... anyone get their replacement jacket yet?

Good April fool's joke. You had me rolling.

jnicktem · Post by **jnicktem** » Fri Apr 01, 2011 2:34 pm

Any word from US Wings at least? (like their word so far has been good).

WhipDude · Post by **WhipDude** » Fri Apr 01, 2011 6:32 pm

Myke emailed me March 25th saying he was checking to see how long it would be for the 2nd shipment. I guess he forgot or decided to not check.

WhipDude · Post by **WhipDude** » Sun Apr 03, 2011 2:30 pm

I did realize that this Tuesday will mark 5 weeks since the returning of my jacket. When I originally returned it, they did say it would be 6-8 weeks. So maybe I'll be hearing something soon? I hate having to email them anymore because it just takes them aware from actually solving the issue.

HDRnR · Post by **HDRnR** » Sun Apr 03, 2011 3:37 pm

nicktheguy wrote:I always err on caution with any irregular attachments - there's lots of viruses out there these days.

Thats what she said.

Hollowpond · Post by **Hollowpond** » Sun Apr 03, 2011 3:39 pm

HDRnR wrote:
nicktheguy wrote:I always err on caution with any irregular attachments - there's lots of viruses out there these days.
Thats what she said.

Bwaaaaaahahahahaaahaaa!!!

nicktheguy · Post by **nicktheguy** » Sun Apr 03, 2011 6:24 pm

HDRnR wrote:
nicktheguy wrote:I always err on caution with any irregular attachments - there's lots of viruses out there these days.
Thats what she said.

Well played!

WhipDude · Post by **WhipDude** » Tue Apr 05, 2011 5:20 pm

Package shipped! Got an official tracking number! $\:D/$

jnicktem · Post by **jnicktem** » Tue Apr 05, 2011 5:31 pm

Good news! Let's hope it's the right jacket!

Mark Brody · Post by **Mark Brody** » Tue Apr 05, 2011 5:54 pm

Yeah, I got a tracking number today too, but I'm still not getting my hopes up. The last time they sent me a tracking number unexpectedly, they sent me back the same darn defective jacket. I'm not holding my breath.

WhipDude · Post by **WhipDude** » Tue Apr 05, 2011 6:16 pm

But it has been a while and they said they were getting corrected jackets in. A small number before but that still means some have been correct. No hopes up for me either but who knows?

I get mine Thursday.

WhipDude · Post by **WhipDude** » Wed Apr 06, 2011 2:28 pm

Well jnicktem, hopefully you get yours real soon too. That is assuming they got it correct this time which I'll be surprised if they don't.

Anybody else getting shipping info?

jnicktem · Post by **jnicktem** » Wed Apr 06, 2011 5:46 pm

Oh I gave up a long time ago and got my refund. This jacket just wasn't worth it anymore for me.

WhipDude · Post by **WhipDude** » Wed Apr 06, 2011 7:57 pm

Oh. Did they end up refunding jacket cost + shipping for initial order + cost to have it shipped back?

jnicktem · Post by **jnicktem** » Wed Apr 06, 2011 8:07 pm

They refunded everything except for the initial shipping cost. I requested that they refund me the $10 their website said they would give if there was an error on their part...which there was.

WhipDude · Post by **WhipDude** » Thu Apr 07, 2011 10:46 am

Well at least you got most of your money back. Let us know what you get in the future since you were looking for another jacket to wear instead of you Nowak.

jnicktem · Post by **jnicktem** » Thu Apr 07, 2011 1:53 pm

Yeah I was- but it looks like I'm getting another Nowak!

Although this won't be an Indy jacket.

Mark Brody · Post by **Mark Brody** » Thu Apr 07, 2011 6:46 pm

I got the jacket today - quite a bit earlier than I expected, based on recent trends. Overall, I'd have to say I'm happy with this jacket. The left sleeve has quite a few blemishes in the leather and has an odd grain towards the cuff, but in time, I'm sure I'll come to appreciate these character marks. Otherwise, not only did they fix the pocket placement, but it looks as though the adjusted the dimesions of the pockets to make them less elongated than the previous one. Now I just have some return shipping/refund issues to work out. Sorry for the crummy pictures - it's raining outside today, and I don't have the energy to set up the best possible lighting for a photoshoot.

WhipDude · Post by **WhipDude** » Thu Apr 07, 2011 7:16 pm

Mine came as well. They got it right! Mine looks similar so no need for pics.

Mark Brody · Post by **Mark Brody** » Thu Apr 07, 2011 8:09 pm

I beg to differ. Post 'em up anyway!

HDRnR · Post by **HDRnR** » Thu Apr 07, 2011 8:13 pm

Mark, I think it looks great, is that the antique cowhide ?

Mark Brody · Post by **Mark Brody** » Thu Apr 07, 2011 8:15 pm

It is. It's a little bit lighter than the pictures show. Maybe sometime next week I'll get a chance for some better pictures.

Kevin Anderson · Post by **Kevin Anderson** » Thu Apr 07, 2011 8:21 pm

Looks like the wait was worth it, fantastic jacket Mark. Fits you just as well as the other, with the added advantage of sensibly placed pockets!

Hollowpond · Post by **Hollowpond** » Thu Apr 07, 2011 8:31 pm

Glad you guys got 'em!!!

ron521 · Post by **ron521** » Thu Apr 07, 2011 8:33 pm

I'm pleased to see that they were able to make the needed corrections, and hope those who received theirs enjoy them.
The photos certainly show off the fine proportions of the jacket.

Mark Raats · Post by **Mark Raats** » Thu Apr 07, 2011 10:03 pm

Your jacket looks terrific mate and I'm sure that like me you'll end up loving the blemishes because when your jacket acquires its 'worn' character, those marks enhance its ruggedness.

Cheers for sharing and enjoy..!

Regards

MARK

WhipDude · Post by **WhipDude** » Fri Apr 08, 2011 12:00 am

I'll try to have some up tomorrow. The blemishes don't bother me as leather won't be perfect. It gives it some nice character. Otherwise I'd buy a $50 black mall jacket that will tear in 2 months.

jnicktem · Post by **jnicktem** » Fri Apr 08, 2011 12:01 am

I'm glad you guys finally got your jackets! I am glad US Wings actually (and eventually) came through for you!

Dragonlady Jones · Post by **Dragonlady Jones** » Sat Apr 09, 2011 12:00 am

Agreed. Great looking jacket! You need to break that thing in though. Now get out there and have a buddy tow you behind a truck or something.

Weston · Post by **Weston** » Sat Apr 09, 2011 12:36 am

It looks great Mark! I hope you'll give us an update after it's seen some dirt time.

Weston

Mark Brody · Post by **Mark Brody** » Sun Apr 10, 2011 9:07 pm

Originally, I was hoping to wear it through the fall/early winter. When that didn't happen, I was thinking late winter/spring, but it's just too darn hot now. I'll at least post some pics once it's darkened with a coat of Pecards. Maybe it'll start to look a little more broken in this fall.

whipcracker · Post by **whipcracker** » Mon Apr 11, 2011 3:25 pm

Looks like a real nice jacket you got there.

nicktheguy · Post by **nicktheguy** » Mon Apr 11, 2011 3:42 pm

It's one of the nicer US WIngs I've seen.

Mark Brody · Post by **Mark Brody** » Tue Apr 12, 2011 11:58 pm

I put some Pecards on the jacket. It darkened it up nicely, but I understand this may fade. Here's a picture of it half finished. I've got the whole thing done now, but I'll wait until later this week to put up some better pictures.

nicktheguy · Post by **nicktheguy** » Wed Apr 13, 2011 12:23 am

I must admit I've never used Peckards on a jacket - I am considering it on my Nowak as it's getting stiffer with age

Post by **Michaelson** » Thu Apr 14, 2011 8:01 am

I finally did it to my Nowak, and I said I probably never would......the results were amazing, but not unexpected.

No need to hesitate. It's worth the extra effort.

The jacket looks great, Mark!

Regards! Michaelson

Post by **Tennessee Smith** » Thu Apr 14, 2011 8:48 am

I told you it made that hide look amazing!!!

Post by **Michaelson** » Thu Apr 14, 2011 8:58 am

Bdgsi11 · Post by **Bdgsi11** » Thu Apr 14, 2011 3:49 pm

I just placed an order for one of these jackets in size small today. Hopefully it wont take too long for it to get to me. I'm usually not a cowhide type of guy, for I prefer the drapery of lambskin, but the description on US Wings site and Weston's photos made me really want this leather. This will be my first cowhide jacket and I sure hope that this one exceeds all my expectations. I will post pictures of it on me as soon as I receive it.

-Bdgsi11