STEELE & JONES '38
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Hi friends!
Another satisfied customer in Tennessee received this beauty.
Cheers.-
Another satisfied customer in Tennessee received this beauty.
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Wow that looks beautiful. I keep wanting to place an order for a jacket, I just haven't decided which movie yet.
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What hide is it?
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Our last Premium Horsehide skin.Trenin wrote:What hide is it?
Standard thickness.
We still have available some of the thin version.
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I think this is the first of your jackets I have seen that isn't distressed!
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I thought I recognized it. Such a nice hide. I had Magnoli make me a frock coat out of a waxed horsehide I bought stateside from Horween and while I like it, I really the feel of the thin horsehide you have. Do you default to the thicker of the hides for the 38 because the lambskin in the film was thicker? What hides are you selling the jackets in right now?
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So, with that clue, who do you think in Tennessee ordered and received it?Ken wrote:I think this is the first of your jackets I have seen that isn't distressed!
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Yes, we used thick version for LC, due to the original jacket thickness.Trenin wrote:I thought I recognized it. Such a nice hide. I had Magnoli make me a frock coat out of a waxed horsehide I bought stateside from Horween and while I like it, I really the feel of the thin horsehide you have. Do you default to the thicker of the hides for the 38 because the lambskin in the film was thicker? What hides are you selling the jackets in right now?
Our Horsehide batches were ordered in 2 different thickness:
Standard = 0.7 to 0.9mm (Perfect for Last Crusade. Very good for Raiders) ----> OUT OF STOCK - NO RE-STOCK
Thin = 0.5 to 0.7mm (this version drapes, feels and weighs like lambskin, but with the strength of horsehide. Perfect for ToD and Raiders) ---> IN STOCK
Current skins:
* Accurate RAIDERS Dark Chocolate Ribby Lambskin
* Accurate TEMPLE OF DOOM Dark Chocolate Lambskin
* Accurate LAST CRUSADE Thick Chocolate Lambskin
* Chocolate Premium Thin Horsehide (Raiders and ToD jackets)
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I can't possibly image but I hope whoever it is they give us a nice review of it!Michaelson wrote:So, with that clue, who do you think in Tennessee ordered and received it?Ken wrote:I think this is the first of your jackets I have seen that isn't distressed!
Regards! Michaelson
Ken
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Well, I could I guess. ....but I didn't want to build it up, only to add to what Diego said above...'The hide is no longer available....but DANG it's nice!'
Can't add much to what has already been said over and over again regarding dealing with Steele and Jones.
Fit, perfect.
Craftsmanship, perfect.
Communication, BEYOND perfect.
After completion, shipping, using UPS Courier, received in hand in 7 days!
The wife even gives it two thumbs up, and she's seen PASSELS of jackets come and go out of my collection over the past 30+ years in the hobby. This one she really likes!
That's about it, with the exception it's in the 90's here and it won't be worn until it cools down, so that's the ONLY down side to this whole affair I can even think of!
Regards! M
Can't add much to what has already been said over and over again regarding dealing with Steele and Jones.
Fit, perfect.
Craftsmanship, perfect.
Communication, BEYOND perfect.
After completion, shipping, using UPS Courier, received in hand in 7 days!
The wife even gives it two thumbs up, and she's seen PASSELS of jackets come and go out of my collection over the past 30+ years in the hobby. This one she really likes!
That's about it, with the exception it's in the 90's here and it won't be worn until it cools down, so that's the ONLY down side to this whole affair I can even think of!
Regards! M
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Thank you so much for the kind words.Michaelson wrote:Well, I could I guess. ....but I didn't want to build it up, only to add to what Diego said above...'The hide is no longer available....but DANG it's nice!'
Can't add much to what has already been said over and over again regarding dealing with Steele and Jones.
Fit, perfect.
Craftsmanship, perfect.
Communication, BEYOND perfect.
After completion, shipping, using UPS Courier, received in hand in 7 days!
The wife even gives it two thumbs up, and she's seen PASSELS of jackets come and go out of my collection over the past 30+ years in the hobby. This one she really likes!
That's about it, with the exception it's in the 90's here and it won't be worn until it cools down, so that's the ONLY down side to this whole affair I can even think of!
Regards! M
It was a pleasure to make this jacket.
We greatly appreciate your willingness to help us with the measurements and sizing process.
Once the weather permits, we hope you enjoy it very much.
Best regards.-
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Michaelson! I’m glad you took the plunge. I’m curious to your thoughts on how it compares to the legend jacket you used to have. Obviously not from the same film, but all the same.
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Congratulations on the new jacket! My wife had the very same reaction to my Steele & Jones Truck Chase jacket.Michaelson wrote:
The wife even gives it two thumbs up, and she's seen PASSELS of jackets come and go out of my collection over the past 30+ years in the hobby. This one she really likes!
Best,
Carolina
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For off the rack, the Legend pattern fit me the best of any OTR jacket out there, but this is a custom made jacket made to order and my measurements. Apples and oranges.Trenin wrote:Michaelson! I’m glad you took the plunge. I’m curious to your thoughts on how it compares to the legend jacket you used to have. Obviously not from the same film, but all the same.
Regards! M
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Michaelson wrote:Well, I could I guess. ....but I didn't want to build it up, only to add to what Diego said above...'The hide is no longer available....but DANG it's nice!'
Can't add much to what has already been said over and over again regarding dealing with Steele and Jones.
Fit, perfect.
Craftsmanship, perfect.
Communication, BEYOND perfect.
After completion, shipping, using UPS Courier, received in hand in 7 days!
The wife even gives it two thumbs up, and she's seen PASSELS of jackets come and go out of my collection over the past 30+ years in the hobby. This one she really likes!
That's about it, with the exception it's in the 90's here and it won't be worn until it cools down, so that's the ONLY down side to this whole affair I can even think of!
Regards! M
Seriously though would be cool to see some photos of you sporting it if you get the chance!
Ken
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I promised Diego I would first chance I got, so I may do just that, Ken.
Regards! M
Regards! M
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Wearing mine around the house today breaking it in. It’s already forming nicely to my body so it’s going to be VERY comfortable when I can wear it every day!
Still haven’t had a chance to take any photos yet but I will!
Regards! Michaelson
Still haven’t had a chance to take any photos yet but I will!
Regards! Michaelson
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Good to know!
Looking foward to the pics!
Best regards.-
Looking foward to the pics!
Best regards.-
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I'll be joining the fraternity of '38 owners in March! I can't wait!
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I will as well! Mine should be done in April.
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Yeah, just keep wearing it. They loosen up with wear. Mine has...Beautiful jacket!
Regards! Michaelson
Regards! Michaelson
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Very nice, very nice indeed.
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Thank you for posting!CRB wrote:My LC "tank" jacket has arrived, in the regular horsehide ...
Some photos below. It was ordered without distressing as I'm not a fan of the LC "stripes" that I personally think look unnatural. I've tried to take some of the shine out of the leather with fine sandpaper, accidentally rubbed off some of the black colouring on the poppers, oops. Going to need a lot of breaking in, it is horsehide after all.
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What are these "LC stripes" you speak of? I just sent over measurements and will need to make a decision on distressing soon.CRB wrote:My LC "tank" jacket has arrived, in the regular horsehide ...
Some photos below. It was ordered without distressing as I'm not a fan of the LC "stripes" that I personally think look unnatural. I've tried to take some of the shine out of the leather with fine sandpaper, accidentally rubbed off some of the black colouring on the poppers, oops. Going to need a lot of breaking in, it is horsehide after all.
Beautiful jacket! I can't wait to get mine!
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The distressing of the jacket in LC was a bit ham-handed and can look like a belt-sander was used along the seams. You can see it on the sleeves here but its along body seams too. Steele and Jones do their distressing pre-construction so the stitching isn’t weakened, so that’s not an issue. But they will be very accurate to the screen distressing unless you ask them to do it differently.
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Thanks for the information! That helped a lot!Tibor wrote:
The distressing of the jacket in LC was a bit ham-handed and can look like a belt-sander was used along the seams. You can see it on the sleaves here but its along body seams too. Steele and Jones do their distressing pre-construction so the stitching isn’t weakened, so that’s not an issue. But they will be very accurate to the screen distressing unless you ask them to do it differently.
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The website seems a bit of a mess. Is email the best way to communicate?
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Absolutely, send them an email. I was a little worried about the lack of info on the website as well before ordering. But since I reached out by email the communication I have received has been fantastic and detailed. They are really responsive and good to work with.
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Thanks for the kind comments. I've been wearing the jacket almost literally non-stop since it arrived last week and it is beginning to loosen up. This is just how horse is, it needs work Although I must stress that compared to "normal" thickness horsehide this stuff IS soft and IS thinner. A normal horsehide jacket will stand up by itself and will take a lifetime to break in and become soft. Both horsehides though will outlast you though no matter what adventures you find yourself in !
Despite what the website looks like, get in contact with Diego - dealing with Diego has been more than a pleasure, and it's not even their full time job. Best customer service I've ever seen and this is my 20th Indy jacket (of which I only kept 5) which is more than I can say for another manufacturer (ahem!). Diego's approach is one that makes you want to go back for more, the other ... isn't.
Despite what the website looks like, get in contact with Diego - dealing with Diego has been more than a pleasure, and it's not even their full time job. Best customer service I've ever seen and this is my 20th Indy jacket (of which I only kept 5) which is more than I can say for another manufacturer (ahem!). Diego's approach is one that makes you want to go back for more, the other ... isn't.
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I can't agree with the comments on Diego enough. I'm in the early stages of the ordering process (just sent over my measurements), and the support has been fantastic. Diego is a solid guy and knows how to interact with and treat his customers.CRB wrote:Thanks for the kind comments. I've been wearing the jacket almost literally non-stop since it arrived last week and it is beginning to loosen up. This is just how horse is, it needs work Although I must stress that compared to "normal" thickness horsehide this stuff IS soft and IS thinner. A normal horsehide jacket will stand up by itself and will take a lifetime to break in and become soft. Both horsehides though will outlast you though no matter what adventures you find yourself in !
Despite what the website looks like, get in contact with Diego - dealing with Diego has been more than a pleasure, and it's not even their full time job. Best customer service I've ever seen and this is my 20th Indy jacket (of which I only kept 5) which is more than I can say for another manufacturer (ahem!). Diego's approach is one that makes you want to go back for more, the other ... isn't.
I'm going to carry on lightly distressing the jacket, bashing it, wearing it, and will update with more photos when it's starting to change appearance.
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Since I sold my Wested a few years back, I've hesitated to purchase a new jacket. After reading a lot of the comments here, I sent them a message on FB to send prices/info because it's obvious they are the way to go for a new jacket.simndermot wrote:I can't agree with the comments on Diego enough. I'm in the early stages of the ordering process (just sent over my measurements), and the support has been fantastic. Diego is a solid guy and knows how to interact with and treat his customers.CRB wrote:Thanks for the kind comments. I've been wearing the jacket almost literally non-stop since it arrived last week and it is beginning to loosen up. This is just how horse is, it needs work Although I must stress that compared to "normal" thickness horsehide this stuff IS soft and IS thinner. A normal horsehide jacket will stand up by itself and will take a lifetime to break in and become soft. Both horsehides though will outlast you though no matter what adventures you find yourself in !
Despite what the website looks like, get in contact with Diego - dealing with Diego has been more than a pleasure, and it's not even their full time job. Best customer service I've ever seen and this is my 20th Indy jacket (of which I only kept 5) which is more than I can say for another manufacturer (ahem!). Diego's approach is one that makes you want to go back for more, the other ... isn't.
I'm going to carry on lightly distressing the jacket, bashing it, wearing it, and will update with more photos when it's starting to change appearance.
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I got their truck jacket about a year ago and can confirm, Diego might be the most patient man alive I waterboarded him for months with questions and emails and he was always very businesslike and helpful. 10/10 would recommend... the jacket is good toosimndermot wrote:I can't agree with the comments on Diego enough. I'm in the early stages of the ordering process (just sent over my measurements), and the support has been fantastic. Diego is a solid guy and knows how to interact with and treat his customers.CRB wrote:Thanks for the kind comments. I've been wearing the jacket almost literally non-stop since it arrived last week and it is beginning to loosen up. This is just how horse is, it needs work Although I must stress that compared to "normal" thickness horsehide this stuff IS soft and IS thinner. A normal horsehide jacket will stand up by itself and will take a lifetime to break in and become soft. Both horsehides though will outlast you though no matter what adventures you find yourself in !
Despite what the website looks like, get in contact with Diego - dealing with Diego has been more than a pleasure, and it's not even their full time job. Best customer service I've ever seen and this is my 20th Indy jacket (of which I only kept 5) which is more than I can say for another manufacturer (ahem!). Diego's approach is one that makes you want to go back for more, the other ... isn't.
I'm going to carry on lightly distressing the jacket, bashing it, wearing it, and will update with more photos when it's starting to change appearance.
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Thanks CRB for the kind words.
It's a pleasure to deal with you too.
And thanks for all the nice comments!!!
We love this part-time job.
Thanks!
Cheers.-
It's a pleasure to deal with you too.
And thanks for all the nice comments!!!
We love this part-time job.
Thanks!
Cheers.-
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[/quote] I got their truck jacket about a year ago and can confirm, Diego might be the most patient man alive I waterboarded him for months with questions and emails and he was always very businesslike and helpful. 10/10 would recommend... the jacket is good too [/quote]
I quite literally spit my drink out when I read the waterboarded statement. Victory is yours, sir!
I quite literally spit my drink out when I read the waterboarded statement. Victory is yours, sir!
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I got their truck jacket about a year ago and can confirm, Diego might be the most patient man alive I waterboarded him for months with questions and emails and he was always very businesslike and helpful. 10/10 would recommend... the jacket is good too [/quote]simndermot wrote:
I quite literally spit my drink out when I read the waterboarded statement. Victory is yours, sir![/quote]
Well thanks XD Glad someone appreciates my humor
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I got my Steele and Jones '38 a couple of weeks ago and I absolutely love it! This was money extremely well spent! The leather was perfect, the distressing was just right (I asked them to back it off a little from normal) and it fits beautifully. I can't recommend those guys enough.
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That's a home run! I'm not a fan of the LC distressing, even when done "correctly" so your amount is much more natural looking.
Regards,
Indiana Jeff
Regards,
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Thank you so much for this pics and review!
Jacket looks great on you. Great fit.
ENJOY IT!!!
Cheers.-
Jacket looks great on you. Great fit.
ENJOY IT!!!
Cheers.-
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That looks great! On my list for later this year!
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Would love to see the latest pics, but they're not showing up now.
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There are few things as satisfying in this hobby as when a vendor has as much passion as we do as collectors. Bravo to you and your team, Diego. A ‘38 is my one and only choice for my next jacket.
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Mine too. Tried in multiple browsers on both mobile and desktop.Mike wrote:Would love to see the latest pics, but they're not showing up now.
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Yep, same here.
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Thank you so much for this words.Indiana_Nate wrote:There are few things as satisfying in this hobby as when a vendor has as much passion as we do as collectors. Bravo to you and your team, Diego. A ‘38 is my one and only choice for my next jacket.
It means a lot to us.
It will be great to make a jacket for you!
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The only BAD thing about it is when you have to put it away due to warm weather.
Regards! Michaelson
Regards! Michaelson
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Yeah nada on seeing those pics
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Just put a deposit down for a '38. Trying to decide how much distressing to go with. I want to be able to wear this in the real world, on a date with my wife etc and not look like a costume. Any thoughts on this? Is distressing that is accurate to the movie stand out like a sore thumb in the real world with a t shirt and jeans on, or is it ok?
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Mine came undistressed and I haven’t regretted it one bit.
Regards! Michaelson
Regards! Michaelson
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Oh I definitely want distressing, just trying to figure out how far to take it.Michaelson wrote:Mine came undistressed and I haven’t regretted it one bit.
Regards! Michaelson