Consumers love Sgt. Hack's US Wings Indy Jackets:
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My
experience with US Wings was outstanding, and their Indy jackets are
beautifully crafted. I ordered a Signature Series Adventurer jacket in
Striated Lambskin in Size "L". The jacket is a thing of beauty--the
skin is super thick for lamb. Unfortunately, the jacket didn’t fit me very
precisely. The size “L” fit, but at the same time, it didn’t. I can really
only describe it like this: I felt like I was 16 and wearing my dad’s jacket
(I'm 6', 190lbs, athletic build, usually wear 42R suit coats and have a
43" chest measurement w/ a t-shirt--squarely in the "L"
category). I emailed US Wings about other options and followed up with a
phone call. By email and phone, the US Wings reps were informative and
pleasant…basically, a model of good customer service. The US Wings rep even
recognized my voice from our conversation 10 days prior. After discussing options,
I decided to try a size “M” in the Signature Series; I also ordered a size
“L” in Legend the 30th Anniversary Featherweight Antique Lambskin to compare
cuts. US Wings extended their return time and let me hold on to the Signature
size “L” to compare. As before, the jackets arrived in 9 days to Germany. The
size “M” Signature series fit me perfectly. Although it's not 100% screen
accurate (a feature I wasn't really concerned about), it was the Last Crusade
style jacket I always wanted and it felt great on. I tried on the Legend, and
it too felt great but totally different (it is very lightweight though not
too delicate--though I certainly wouldn't wear it being dragged behind a
truck). What to do with two awesome jackets that were very different? I modeled
them for my wife…she liked the Legend better, due to it being more tailored
and shorter. But I was leaning towards the Signature Series. Then she said,
referring to the Legend jacket, “It looks more Indiana Jones.” That did it
for me...I kept both. I think I “chose wisely.” Thanks to US Wings for their
excellent customer service and fine products...I'm a customer for life.
Matthew D 3/6/16
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I've had my US Wings
Indy Texas steer hide leather jacket for nearly 5 years now, my father bought
it for my birthday one year. I've been an Indy fan since a small kid, when my
father took me to see Raiders of the lost Ark. My father passed away in 2013, I
still have the jacket, it still looks like new even with all of the punishement
i have put it through, its.my favorite jacket and would never give it up.
Harry T 2/17/16
"Signature
Series Vintage Cowhide Indy-Style Adventurer Jacket”
But
your website does not recognize my email address.
So,
I’ll tell you… It is a GREAT jacket! The fit, finish, and over-all quality are
second to none! This is my 2nd or 3rd US Wings jacket and they have all been
exceptional! I almost just purchased one of your closeout jackets, but I tuned
in too late and missed my size!
Great
site, great products! Thank you!
Matt 2/14/16
My Indy Jacket is
phenomenal! It fits to comfort as well as slick style and smooth presentation.
USWings did a fabulous job creating my jacket for me! This jacket allows me to
go back into time as a child and pretend to be an adventurer. Not only did this
jacket make my entire Christmas holiday season complete, but I had the pleasure
of meeting Sergeant Hack. Being a Kentucky native, I appreciate Sergeant Hack's
story! I read his story that came with packaging! It was an inspiration to me.
I was able to speak with him personally over the phone several times in the
process of getting my jacket. Man I tell ya, he is the greatest and the best
storyteller of all time! I recommend this company when buying the Indy Jacket
as well as any other bomber jacket that is available in stock! You will not be
disappointed I promise!
Scott Dykes 12/21/15
I love that 'more
than iconic' indy jacket. it has that aura of 1930's golden age aviation and
old Bogart movies. It wouldn't be out of place in any of those old black and
white movies or Norman Rockwell paintings. It does take some design ques from
some of the prototype jackets designed for airmen prior to the adoption of the
A-2 and G-1 prior to World War II. But along with the undeniable whiffs of
Howard Hughs and his H-1 or Jimmy Doolittle and his GeeBee racer there is a
timeless quality that makes it at home in the most contemporary settings and
sends a message of masculine adventure and daring. You can't deny the
personality of one wearing this gem. I have a leather jacket inherited from my
father now deceased. the jacket is at 8 decades old and bears the scars of
everything from rainstorms to sliding along pavement after dropping a
motorcycle at 40 mph. Say what you want about modern fabrics nothing but
leather could come out of that and still look good enough for a night on the
town. In fact the scrape marks from that particular episode make a great
conversation starter. I men i would still wear it anywhere if it still fit.
That's why I'm so glad this one is available. - motorcycle wreck is optional.
Fred Shaffer
12/18/15
I was a young
infantryman when Raiders Of The Lost Ark was released and I only bothered to
see it at the insistence of my blond and rather attractive girlfriend. About
five minutes into the movie I actually forgot she was sitting next to me
because, I had discovered KAREN ALLEN , sigh.
This was a woman who could drink a Tibetan Yakherd under the table and plant a
knuckle sandwich on the kisser of an over confident Indiana [we called the dog
Indiana] Jones.
I have two Indy jackets in my closet, among my large collection of leather
flight jackets and post war horse hides. Both are Coopers [of course] and they
are my favorites. The Indy jacket is simple, rugged and has a style that cannot
be denied. There is "fashion" that changes with the wind and there is
"style" which endures all the fashion nonsense.
One of my Indy jackets accompanies me whenever I travel, it is my talisman, my
connection to home.
If I could own only one leather jacket it would be an "Indy".
Thanks to Neil Cooper and thanks to US Wings for keeping the faith.
Timothy McNamara
12/10/15
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I
like the jacket because of its understated, everyday practicality. One does
not normally think of film-ware as being practical, but that's what the
Indy-style jacket is (and just as well since it's based off of real military
jackets that are supposed to be practical in design). Straight leather barrel
cuffs are a rarity on bomber jackets, but that's what sets the Indy-style
apart, along with the straight waist enhanced by the pleated action back and
twin back vents. This makes the jacket much more comfortable and allows it to
be worn in a variety of climates and temperatures, even summer conditions,
provided the appropriate leather type, as opposed to the all-too-common knit
cuffs and waistband which are appropriate for cold conditions, but are
completely inappropriate for much of anything else. The patch pockets are
large and generous, and the hand warmer pockets are something that should
honestly be on any leather jacket made with patch pockets. The snap-shut
storm flap present on Last Crusade and Crystal Skull jackets make for added
protection against the wind, and should have honestly been there from the
start.
All of this is combined in a timeless, yet understated style and design. The
jacket is plain and draws no unwanted attention to itself, which is keenly
important as a point of practicality, yet it's a true, timeless classic, and
anyone that knows anything about film-ware will recognize it.
The character of Indiana Jones himself is embroidered as a classic hero.
While an artifact hunting archeologist that could be somewhat considered a
grave robber, he sets himself apart with his honest dealings and respect for
the artifacts in understanding and preserving them, not using them in black
market deals or trying to turn them around for profit. The original movie,
Raiders of the Lost Ark, is an all-time adventure classic, and help
established the Indiana Jones persona in American film history.
Raymond Gee
12/8/15
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I have an Indy style
jacket I bought from US Wings back in 2008 to wear when I went to see kingdom
of the crystal skull. I had always wanted an Indy jacket I bought a cooper
jacket secondhand on eBay but I quickly outgrew it but when I finally bought
mine from US wings I was so impressed because I finally had an Indy jacket that
fit me and I haven't stopped wearing it since that jacket is a part of my
style. When I put it on it still feels great as like I put it on for the first
time you can feel the spirit of adventure with you as you wear it or at least I
do it makes you feel heroic sharing the same dress sense as one of your
favorite fictional heroes. You may never ever live the life of Indy but having
this jacket makes it feel close to it. Another reason that this is my favorite
jacket is that US Wings history and the fact that they are a Ohio company. I
myself live in Buckeye lake and am proud to wear a US Wings Brand Indy Jacket.
Jarret Huff
11/15/15
I had been a fan of
the Indiana Jones movies since they first appeared in theatres. Indy is an
action hero, but with a more complex character and more fully developed human
nature than, for example, Rambo. Indy is an educated man, a degreed
archaeologist and historian, but sometimes still makes an incorrect choice. He
is physically tough, but still exhibits human weaknesses and failings,
suffering pain and bleeding at times. He's a handsome man, but not able to
magically seduce every woman he encounters, ala James Bond. He is cautious as a
result of his experience, but still courageous enough to act when the moment
requires action. Basically, the character of Indiana Jones is an ideal of
sorts, a believable blend of positive and negative attributes, in much the same
way that some of the characters in Greek, Roman and Norse mythology were not
always perfect beings, but sometimes demonstrated flaws which allowed readers
to more fully relate to them.
Admiring the character of Indiana Jones as I do, I purchased a U.S. Wings
Signature Series VIP jacket in 2009. I was impressed with the gorgeous, soft
cowhide leather, and the sturdy, comfortable nylon lining. The workmanship is
impressive in every detail. Further, the fit is absolutely perfect, Shoulder
width, sleeve length, and fit through the body could not have been better if
the jacket had been made to measure. I still have that jacket and still wear it
regularly. I liked it well enough that over time I purchased two more Signature
Series jackets, one in black goat and another in brown goat. My very positive
experience has made me a fan of the product.
Ron Russell
10/27/15
I actually call my Indie Jacket a
MacGyver Jacket. It was a wrap gift from Richard Dean Anderson with whom
I became friends while working as the stills photographer for 7 years on the TV
series "MacGyver".
As I wear the jacket year round for work
and play in some very rough places, it has become well broken in over the past
25 years. I have had to have the cuffs and waistband renovated, and
a new lining replaced by U.S. Wings who did a great job.
It always draws comments and looks
great, it gives me a emphasizes my sense of self-image. I am very proud
of this jacket.
Chris Helcermanas-Benge
10/22/15
I love the Indiana
Jones movies because of the strong American values they represent. Indy is
adventurous, courageous, chivalrous, and intelligent. These are a few of the
qualities that has made America the great nation that it is.The Indiana Jones
movies have inspired our children to be brave adventurers and enjoy learning.
When they were younger, we bought our two children the Indy style jackets from
U.S. Wings. We LOVE them! We hid the jackets and designed a treasure map that
the children followed to find clues that eventually led to the ultimate
treasure, the Indy jackets. Along the way they discovered an Indy fedora that
we also got from U.S. Wings, a whip, and a satchel. Needless to say, this was
the first of many adventures that our boys enjoyed in their jackets. Sadly,
they have outgrown the jackets now and we are considering buying them new
jackets that will fit them at this stage in their life.
I am proud to say that the Indy jackets we bought from U.S. Wings were of
excellent quality and looked exactly like the one worn by Indiana Jones in the
movies. We thoroughly enjoyed our shopping experience with U.S. Wings and we
look forward to purchasing from you again in the future.
Kane Wyatt
10/21/15
US Wings is THE
company to turn to for the classic Indianna Jones leather jacket! The quality-
the style - the fit- are unmatched. Look no more they are right here.
Dennis Calvert
10/19/15
First of all you must understand the history of
U.S. Wings and the development of the Indy Style jacket. The Indy jacket is known far and wide and was an integral and significant part of the makeup of the INDIANA JONES character. Whether dashing through the jungle or racing across the desert, the jacket protected Indy from all the elements.
Neil Cooper a former partner of U.S. Wings originally conceived the first pattern for the
INDIANA JONES by combining features of the Air Force A2 and the Navy G1. Eliminating the cuffs and waist band from the A2 and then adding the Bi-Swing back, small side gaps & side adjustment straps with rectangular sliders, the Indy jacket was born. There have been multiple jacket manufacturers who have contributed to the four INDIANA JONES movies but it has been verified that the pedigree originated with Neil Cooper and He in fact supplied 8 jackets for the TEMPLE OF DOOM.
U.S. Wings has the worlds largest selection of Indy Style Jackets available in Texas Steerhide, Antique Lambskin, Cowhide, Bison, Kangaroo and Striated Lambskin leathers.
