Show us your Expeditions! / Any Distressed Expeditions?

Post by **Michaelson** » Mon Apr 01, 2013 6:43 pm

I don't believe you're right, Tex....I see gussets on that jacket in the 7th photo, and I'm not aware of G&B ever OFFERING an Expo without them.

Regards! Michaelson

Hollowpond · Post by **Hollowpond** » Mon Apr 01, 2013 7:35 pm

Speaking of gussets, I will say this for the Expo, it has the most FUNCTIONAL gussets ever!

Canuck Digger · Post by **Canuck Digger** » Mon Apr 01, 2013 11:24 pm

Argh! Wish I could afford one, it's such an amazing looking jacket, but oy the price tag on this puppy!

Post by **Michaelson** » Tue Apr 02, 2013 8:51 am

Used ones pop up in the classified quite often. You could snag one there at a really good price if you're on the ball.

There are two there as of this writing, if they're your size, as a matter of fact.

Regards! Michaelson

Texan Scott · Post by **Texan Scott** » Tue Apr 02, 2013 4:51 pm

...practically a new one on Ebay.

Canuck Digger · Post by **Canuck Digger** » Tue Apr 02, 2013 6:12 pm

I'm a hard size to fit: 50" around the chest, 26-27" arms and 26-27" body... Ya, exactly.

Post by **Indiana Jeff** » Wed Apr 10, 2013 1:09 pm

I get to join the G&B club! New to me veg-tanned goat. Got this one from Indydawg after it's been back and forth among him, Michaelson and Mike over the years.

Not the best quality pictures, but I was working against fading light and with an eight year old for a photographer. No worries, though, with the years of service I'm going to get from this jacket, there will be plenty more opportunities for pictures.

Regards,

Indiana Jeff

Canasta · Post by **Canasta** » Wed Apr 10, 2013 1:13 pm

Indiana Jeff wrote:I get to join the G&B club! New to me veg-tanned goat. Got this one from Indydawg after it's been back and forth among him, Michaelson and Mike over the years.

Not the best quality pictures, but I was working against fading light and with an eight year old for a photographer. No worries, though, with the years of service I'm going to get from this jacket, there will be plenty more opportunities for pictures.

Regards,

Indiana Jeff

Hey, Congrats to ya!

Post by **Michaelson** » Wed Apr 10, 2013 1:20 pm

Indiana Jeff wrote:I get to join the G&B club! New to me veg-tanned goat. Got this one from Indydawg after it's been back and forth among him, Michaelson and Mike over the years.
Regards,
Indiana Jeff

Yep, well travelled that one, Jeff.

Regards! Michaelson

Pete#9 · Post by **Pete#9** » Mon May 27, 2013 11:59 pm

Here you go Michael

I have had a few horsehide A2 jackets over the years and after a lot of research I pulled the trigger on this G&B Expedition goatskin jacket a couple of weeks ago. Couldn't be happier with it. Soft as butter, not too heavy and tough as nails. Darn comfy too.( I love the very functional gussets)
I'm 6'5" and 220lb and chose the size 46 tall. Fits perfectly.
I won't be artifically aging it................I'll let father time do that.

The hat is an Akubra Fed Deluxe that I've had for a while. Another superb product.

Post by **Indiana Jeff** » Tue May 28, 2013 3:04 am

Pete#9 wrote:I won't be artifically aging it................I'll let father time do that.

Wear the heck out of it!

Regards,

Indiana Jeff

Post by **Michaelson** » Wed May 29, 2013 8:24 am

Tundrarider wrote:How about "Xtreme Natural Distressing?”
Michael

You mean like standing in the middle of a raging sand storm? That might work.

Regards! Michaelson

Post by **Dr. Nebraska S.** » Wed Dec 04, 2013 2:38 pm

For those interested, here is my Gibson & Barnes Expedition in goat after 4 years of wear:

Here is the back:

Here's a close-up of the shoulder, which shows a few small spots of natural distressing on this chrome-tanned Expedition:

This is still my favorite jacket! Hope you found these of interest!

Best wishes,
Dr. Nebraska S.

Mountaineer · Post by **Mountaineer** » Sun Dec 29, 2013 10:34 pm

Back in mid-October I purchased, from Gorak, a well-used Expedition, in goat skin, he had offered in the bazaar. It was used when he bought it, so I'm at least its third owner. Based on research around here I think it was Bogie1943's prior to Gorak. It was an old jacket, to be sure.

Body-wise the fit was pretty spot-on, I wet and rolled the sleeves out about 1/2 inch and I was good to go. The liner was worn through in some spots such as the collar area, and around the hem of the body. It also had some stitching that had popped around the handwarmer/patch pocket areas. Gorak had mentioned all this in the listing and had sent pics, so I wasn't too concerned. I was looking for a jacket to wear out in the wilds, so if I did scratch it up more, I wouldn't mind. The only drawback, once I got the jacket, was the popped stitches around the pockets; stuff either stuck out or fell out if I wasn't careful.

Out of curiosity, I dropped an inquiry to Gibson & Barnes about fixing the stitching. The thought process being, since they made the jacket, I'd be happiest if they were the ones who fixed it. (I didn't want tailor going nuts.) I got a response back from Drew, I believe same day, stating they could and would be happy to do the work. All I was to do was box it up and send it to Drew at G&B. So I did, along with a note highlighting the stitching's problem areas, I also asked about a zipper switch (from right to left-hand pull) along with a relining. After about a month and a half I got the jacket back; stitches all fixed, zipper switched, and new liner.

Over the long holiday weekend, I've given it a good going over with some Fiebing's Liquid Glycerine Saddle Soap, working it in with a sponge. It cleaned up nicely, and it softened up greatly. I then sprayed a couple coats of Lexol Conditioner, working each coat in with a sponge, then wearing it and stretching it into a more custom-fit.

When I said it was an old jacket, Drew at G&B backed me up. On one of the calls where he had called me to check on how I wanted to proceed with things, I asked him about the age of the jacket; he said they figured it was 10-15 years old. So yeah, these things will hold up. Don't be afraid to buy used.

Also, If you get one of these as a used jacket and it needs something fixed, please do not hesitate to drop G&B a line for your repairs. Totally worth it. The price I paid for all I mentioned was, in my eyes, minimal.
Very. Minimal.

I'll have some pics in the next few days and I'll edit this with those.

Forrest For the Trees · Sun Dec 29, 2013 11:39 pm

Looking forward to those pics! Good on you for getting this old jacket ship shape.

Canasta · Post by **Canasta** » Mon Dec 30, 2013 1:44 am

Here are a couple pocket shots I took last week.

Canasta · Post by **Canasta** » Wed Mar 19, 2014 8:25 pm

I had to shimmy under our van to check the starter. I wore my GB. I was on asphalt, and here is the result.

My son wearing the jacket.

Hollowpond · Post by **Hollowpond** » Wed Mar 19, 2014 9:04 pm

Is that all natural distressing!?!? :shocked:

Looks GREAT either way!

Obi Sean Kenobi · Post by **Obi Sean Kenobi** » Wed Mar 19, 2014 9:54 pm

Best looking expo ive ever seen!!!! Wow!!

Misfit13 · Post by **Misfit13** » Fri Mar 21, 2014 4:15 pm

Here is mine. I had direction from the good Dr. Nebraska on snap placement (thank you Sir!). They are Prym 15mm antiqued brass snaps. I also put a custom name tape on the inside pocket. The tape matched the liner perfectly and I chose khaki for my name. I chose G&B in goat due to the excellent reviews you gents have presented, I don't trust myself to order custom clothing from overseas, and GB is only 2 hours away from me. Without further ado....

Post by **Michaelson** » Fri Mar 21, 2014 8:33 pm

Last rifle looks like a Mosin-Nagant model 1944 7.62x54RR.

Nice looking Expo. G&B installed snaps for me, and they sure work great when it's windy.

VERY nice jacket. Wear it well.

Regards! Michaelson

Misfit13 · Post by **Misfit13** » Fri Mar 21, 2014 9:27 pm

It's a 1903 Springfield Michaelson. It has an original barrel from 1918

. Thank you for the kind words! I wanted to add the snaps so it would have that LC vibe and like you said, block out the wind. And yes, I wear it whenever I can!

Post by **Michaelson** » Fri Mar 21, 2014 10:13 pm

A 1903, eh? Boy, you can sure see where Mosin got their ideas for making THEIR model

.....but then Winchester had a had it it's creation too, so there's a lot of USA engineering involved in those old Russian models.

Regards! M

ChrisMD · Post by **ChrisMD** » Sat Mar 22, 2014 12:03 pm

Michaelson wrote:A 1903, eh? Boy, you can sure see where Mosin got their ideas for making THEIR model .....but then Winchester had a had it it's creation too, so there's a lot of USA engineering involved in those old Russian models.

Regards! M

Those Mosins are the model of 91/30 M.

Unless we speak of the fireball producing M44. But as far as longevity, the Russians beat us with the Mosin. DOH! But I'll take a Springfield any day.

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Post by **Michaelson** » Sat Mar 22, 2014 12:34 pm

Not wanting to take this any further down the gun path, but I own a model 1944, and you're right....it's a fireball!

Regards! M

ChrisMD · Post by **ChrisMD** » Sat Mar 22, 2014 1:34 pm

Michaelson wrote:Not wanting to take this any further down the gun path, but I own a model 1944, and you're right....it's a fireball!

Regards! M

Who needs a flashlight when you have an M1944?!

These jackets are really awesome looking. Im definitely trying to hold back....must not spend tax return.....

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Post by **Michaelson** » Sat Mar 22, 2014 2:43 pm

If you get one, Chris, you won't be shopping around anymore, except to maybe look for backup jackets.

Regards! Michaelson

ChrisMD · Post by **ChrisMD** » Sat Mar 22, 2014 5:57 pm

Michaelson wrote:If you get one, Chris, you won't be shopping around anymore, except to maybe look for backup jackets.

Regards! Michaelson

You and the other people on this forum are the worst thing to happen to my finances since C&R.

.........but I love it.

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Post by **Michaelson** » Sat Mar 22, 2014 6:22 pm

micsteam · Post by **micsteam** » Mon Mar 24, 2014 4:29 pm

Hey guys, def. in for an Expedition. Getting to the guns: 1st rifle a Garand, 2nd Rifle a 1903 Springfield. Michaelson, where is your pic in front of the tank ?? WDW or Disneyland ?? Back to thread I'll be in for an expedition but without the bottom snap, I want it Raiders.

Post by **Michaelson** » Mon Mar 24, 2014 4:31 pm

WDW.

Oh, you won't have to worry about the snap. They don't come with one unless you specificially ASK for one to be installed.

Regard! Michaelson

micsteam · Post by **micsteam** » Fri Mar 28, 2014 4:11 pm

Thanks for reply with info. Yeah you should drop me a line next time when you're coming down, we have season passes so it's a 2 1/2-3 hour drive and we go at least twice a year. You're never twisting my arm to go to WDW... ohh the margaritas in Epcot's Mexico !!!

ChrisMD · Post by **ChrisMD** » Fri Mar 28, 2014 8:06 pm

micsteam wrote:Thanks for reply with info. Yeah you should drop me a line next time when you're coming down, we have season passes so it's a 2 1/2-3 hour drive and we go at least twice a year. You're never twisting my arm to go to WDW... ohh the margaritas in Epcot's Mexico !!!

Sooooo jealous. We are WDW nuts. Dont forget La Cava Del Tequila in Mexico.

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Misfit13 · Post by **Misfit13** » Sat Mar 29, 2014 12:41 pm

Annual pass holders here at Disney Anaheim. I live close enough to hear the fireworks rattle my windows. For me, Trader Sam's is the best place for a cold one outside of the islands!

Back to the jacket. @ micsteam, I added those snaps because A) I wanted to, and B) I love LC. Is it SA? Nope, but I really wanted a G&B and decided I would make it mine, my own, my........precious....

If anyone is in OC and going to Disney, feel free to hit me up and if I'm off shift, I'll grab the fam and go!

Post by **Michaelson** » Sat Mar 29, 2014 12:59 pm

Wearing my 2002 Expo lambskin today and loving it! Been a while since I've had it out, and since I've lose almost 45 pounds in the last year, it FITS AGAIN!!! $\:D/$

Regards! Michaelson

CM · Post by CM » Sat Mar 29, 2014 8:26 pm

Michaelson wrote:Wearing my 2002 Expo lambskin today and loving it! Been a while since I've had it out, and since I've lose almost 45 pounds in the last year, it FITS AGAIN!!! $\:D/$

Regards! Michaelson

45 pounds - well done, Sir! Did you follow a particular routine?

Post by **Michaelson** » Sun Mar 30, 2014 8:51 am

Thanks! I did. Smaller portions and set calorie amounts per day.

Regards! M

Indiana Joe · Post by **Indiana Joe** » Mon Nov 17, 2014 2:17 am

Michaelson wrote:Wearing my 2002 Expo lambskin today and loving it! Been a while since I've had it out, and since I've lose almost 45 pounds in the last year, it FITS AGAIN!!! $\:D/$

Regards! Michaelson

M, I think I need to lose a few pounds myself (right before Thanksgiving??) because my jacket is starting to feel a bit tight. Congrats on your weight loss, sir!

Well, I have a few naturally sunlit photos from 2012 of my naturally-distressed Expo. After owning & wearing a variety of Expedition leathers like lambskin, deerskin (thank you Indydawg), and a chromed goatskin -- I decided to stick with cowhide. I believe I purchased this jacket from G&B back in 2003, might have been Flightsuits back then. Anyway, here are the links ...

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(yes, that's a Kepler fed & a WPG bag w/ Kepler strap that you saw there)

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http://s1301.photobucket.com/user/India ... g.html?o=2" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Joe

Post by **Michaelson** » Mon Nov 17, 2014 8:32 am

Indiana Joe wrote:
Michaelson wrote:Wearing my 2002 Expo lambskin today and loving it! Been a while since I've had it out, and since I've lose almost 45 pounds in the last year, it FITS AGAIN!!! $\:D/$

Regards! Michaelson
M, I think I need to lose a few pounds myself (right before Thanksgiving??) because my jacket is starting to feel a bit tight. Congrats on your weight loss, sir!

Joe

I've KEPT it off too! $\:D/$

Regard! Michaelson

Golden boy · Post by **Golden boy** » Tue Jan 13, 2015 7:45 am

Gorak wrote:Here are a few more shots. I took them indoors as the lighting in my kitchen was better than the thunderstorm outside. http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h304/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; ... 094828.jpg
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awesome!

Is Gorak stile around here?

I was going through your other albums and I must know about the fedoras your sporting kind sir!

-j

Post by **Indiana Jeff** » Tue Jan 13, 2015 7:48 am

He sure is. He's commented in the 'toughest jacket' thread you started.

Regards,

Indiana Jeff

Indydawg · Post by **Indydawg** » Mon Jan 19, 2015 3:03 pm

Joe!!!! DUUUUDE! How the heck have you been, man?!?! It's been since...well, since 2003-when you came by the house with your Expo and we did side by side pics with ours...mine was the lighter russet cowhide, if you'll remember...man, wish I still had THAT jacket (you hush, Michaelson...I don't want to hear any "I told you so's from you

).

I'm glad to see you've still got yours! She's lookin' good! I guess you've let the others go over the years? I remember that deerskin Expo, too...she was amazing! You don't still happen to have that one, do you?

Jeff here has the goatskin I owned...then didn't...then did again....then didn't....then did again...

...well-travelled jacket, that one!

Anywho...drop me a line sometime...it would be fun to catch up!

Later, man!
Indydawg

Post by **Michaelson** » Mon Jan 19, 2015 7:19 pm

Regards! Michaelson

Indydawg · Post by **Indydawg** » Mon Jan 19, 2015 11:22 pm

Mountaineer · Post by **Mountaineer** » Sun Apr 05, 2015 9:25 pm

It's taken me over a year and a half, but here's my Expedition, in goat. Inside shots, I know, but I had a little time before all the natural light died, but I got some photos.

I got this jacket via the bazaar back in 2013. I know I'm at least the third member to have owned it.

When I purchased it, it needed some repair work, so I sent it back to G&B. They relined it, fixed any loose/missing stitching, and switched the zipper to left-hand pull for me. After all that, I think I've worn it 2-3 times.

Being goat hide, and it's good weight (3 lbs, 8 oz.) I wanted to make it a woods-wear jacket, but I just don't get to wear it like I thought I would. I've posted it in the bazaar (again) because honestly, I'd like to see it get some more mileage from someone here.

Canasta · Post by **Canasta** » Sun Apr 05, 2015 9:53 pm

Based on the pattern? Have they changed the pattern, other than the way they construct the pockets?

Mountaineer wrote:It's taken me over a year and a half, but here's my Expedition, in goat. Inside shots, I know, but I had a little time before all the natural light died, but I got some photos.

I got this jacket via the bazaar back in 2013. I know I'm at least the third member to have owned it.

When I purchased it, it needed some repair work, so I sent it back to G&B. They relined it, fixed any loose/missing stitching, and switched the zipper to left-hand pull for me. After all that, I think I've worn it 2-3 times. The folks at G&B estimated it, based on the pattern and construction, to be at least 10 years old. However, since the relining/repair work, I'm pretty sure it has a lot of life left in it.

Being goat hide, and it's good weight (3 lbs, 8 oz.) I wanted to make it a woods-wear jacket, but I just don't get to wear it like I thought I would. I've posted it in the bazaar (again) because honestly, I'd like to see it get some more mileage from someone here.

Mountaineer · Post by **Mountaineer** » Sun Apr 05, 2015 10:39 pm

No clue.

Other than it had no internal pocket, the zipper was a right-hand pull, and I guess the pocket shape.

Maybe there's something internally different. I'm not the expert on these at all, just relaying what I was told by the G&B staff.

Post by **Michaelson** » Sun Apr 05, 2015 10:52 pm

That was definitely made as a custom creation for someone,as they've always had left hand pull zips and an inside pocket. I own a prototype lambskin and goatskin Expo, and had one of the original deerskin Expo's they tried but decided to pull fro the market. I wouldn't use that one as example of an old pattern.

Regards! Michaelson

Texan Scott · Post by **Texan Scott** » Sun Apr 05, 2015 11:20 pm

The G&B is still a fine jacket and probably the best made and engineered of all Indy jackets. I had mine cut down recently. It was marked 44, and measured 28" at the pits, so plenty of room. Now it is a much better fit.

Mountaineer · Post by **Mountaineer** » Sun Apr 05, 2015 11:32 pm

I guess? This is why I'm fearful to share anything I'm told regarding this stuff, especially by those who are making/selling the gear. There's frequently a strong counterpoint and things get ugly.

I'm going to go back and edit my earlier post because I'm not going to get this locked down spreading questionable information.

And yes, the jacket is very well-built and is a great investment, especially with its lifetime warranty on stitching and zipper.