A Poll for the Gear Junkies concerning Jackets

Posted by Marhala Bartender from dix3-15.essex1.com on July 03, 2001 at 14:02:27:

Hey All,

This isn't so much a poll as it is a chance for me to read up a little on jackets from the fans before I commit myself to purchasing one. All in all, I want to stick with Wested when I purchase a jacket (I am a stickler for details and authenticity sometimes) and I have to go with the Raiders model.

What my question is- to all of those who own or have owned a Wested, or other brand, Indy jacket- which is your favorite? Material wise and model? I have been hearing about a cowhide Wested and was wondering how this compares to the lambskin in terms of wear and tear and appearance. Also, would it be wiser to have it pre-distressed or not? I do plan on wearing the jacket for several years, giving it plenty of wear and tear, so I want one that will last.

Your thoughts and comments are greatly appreciated.

Thanks!
The Barkeep.

Follow Ups:

• Don't even know if you will read this, BUT.... Indydawg 16:30:36 7/05/2001 (0)
• Re: A Poll for the Gear Junkies concerning Jackets Mr. Wax 16:03:00 7/03/2001 (6)
  • I take it you don't like Wested Marhala Bartender 16:19:58 7/03/2001 (5)
    • Unfortunately "totally authentic" is a myth. Rundquist 16:45:47 7/03/2001 (0)
    • The Indygear FAQ is in dire need of updating, and that is my fault... Patterson 16:27:29 7/03/2001 (3)
      • As an addendum - PLEASE READ... Patterson 16:55:36 7/03/2001 (2)
        • Buy what you like Travis 19:52:44 7/03/2001 (1)
          • Ain't no such animal as predistressed lamb - it is steerhide...(nm) Patterson 12:08:15 7/05/2001 (0)
• Go with the Wested new hide (cow). Rundquist 14:30:42 7/03/2001 (5)
  • Rundquist, a few questions... Marhala Bartender 16:24:29 7/03/2001 (4)
    • A few answers. Rundquist 17:24:01 7/03/2001 (3)
      • Sticking my nose in... Patterson 17:53:36 7/03/2001 (1)
        • If anyone has ever handled different Indy jackets, it's this guy! (nm) Rundquist 20:13:34 7/03/2001 (0)
      • One more thing....I like the Wested Lamb. Rundquist 17:43:48 7/03/2001 (0)

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