Indy jacket

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Posted by Ranger Tim from clgrtnt3-port-380.dial.telus.net on October 02, 2000 at 19:24:15:

I currently own two Cooper jackets in cowhide.One,I have had for six
years and abused continually.I live in Canada and the weather here
would test the mettle of any garment.I have heard a great deal about
the vaunted Wested jacket,but really,a jacket made from Lambskin?
I own several of the current issue A-2 and G-1 type jackets,some in
the incredibly tough goatskin,and to compare goat to lamb in regards
to durability is absurd!Lambskin is purely a fashion leather and has
never been used in a military application,with the noteable exception
of WW-2 shearling type jackets and other cold weather full fur type
clothing which was very fragile and dried out badly over time.
I am a museum consultant,specializing in leather and textiles and have
handled many ancient leathers,from native indian clothing 100 years
old to 60 year old,horsehide A-2s,one of which I wear regularly.
Without exception,the rare examples of lamb products I have handled
are fragile and unserviceable if of any vintage.I put this to those
who are contemplating purchasing an Indy,the most abused leathers
are used for boots and saddles if you can find a lambskin riding
saddle or a pair of lamb army boots,I will be very suprised.
If you were a crusty international adventured your first consideration
would be durability,not appearance.My Coopers,while not perfect are
very serviceable.

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