Rundquist, a few questions...

Posted by Marhala Bartender from dix1-26.essex1.com on July 03, 2001 at 16:24:29:

In Reply to: Go with the Wested new hide (cow). posted by Rundquist on July 03, 2001 at 14:30:42:

What is it about the lambskin that you don't like when compared to the hide (I mean, besides durability)? And is it true that the kind of jackets used in the movies were made from lambskin? I kind of like the look of the lambskin and hear that it is lighter, thus more comfortable sometimes to wear. Does the hide one look like it and is there a price difference?

Thanks for your reply though and I look forward to the pictures you might post.

Grateful,
The Barkeep.

: I've owned both the lamb and the hide and without a doubt the hide is more durable. It has a nice finish, and is a nice jacket in general. I was planning on posting some pics, but I didn't get the chance last weekend. I'll try on the 4th and try to have them on Thursday. Regards

: xxxxx

: : 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:

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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: What is it about the lambskin that you don't like when compared to the hide (I mean, besides durability)?  And is it true that the kind of jackets used in the movies were made from lambskin?  I kind of like the look of the lambskin and hear that it is lighter, thus more comfortable sometimes to wear.  Does the hide one look like it and is there a price difference?

: Thanks for your reply though and I look forward to the pictures you might post.

: Grateful,
: The Barkeep.

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: : I've owned both the lamb and the hide and without a doubt the hide is more durable. It has a nice finish, and is a nice jacket in general. I was planning on posting some pics, but I didn't get the chance last  weekend. I'll try on the 4th and try to have them on Thursday. Regards

: : xxxxx

: : : 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.

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