my Tony Nowak jacket (pic heavy)

[Kaplan]

Before I even received my jacket, I already had plans for what I wanted to do to it.

1. Pecard the heck out of it
2. Get it wet and throw it in the dryer


Here's how it started out











with flash




And here it is after saturating the jacket with Pecard jell, soaking it in the bathtub in hot water, and putting it in the dryer on high heat.

















I think I got pretty good results.

What do you guys think?

[Indiana Sam]

I'm no jacket expert but from what I see That is one sweet looking jacket. About how much does a Nowak jacket cost?

[Kaplan]

thanks! around $700 as I recall.

[Indiana Sam]

700 wow. It looks like it was worth it though.

[New Yorker Jones]

That's some nice jacket Kap!

[GCR]

Beautiful jacket, Kap! I have to say, all of the Nowak jackets I've seen have looked incredible, so far, and your is of course no exception! I also like the results of the added distressing you put it through. It gives a great jacket even more character, in my opinion. Congrats!

[Ragingblues]

Congrats on being brave enough to buy the jacket you wanted, and then immediately age it. It looks like a well worn friend now!


Ken

[Kaplan]

thanks guys! I just don't like the way a new jacket looks and fits. It always looks and fits better when it's been hit by some water IMO.

[dougc]

Looks nice kaplan, and I couldn't agree more about the water thing.

Doug C

[IndyBlues]

Beautiful jacket, Kaplan. I can't wait till the weather cools enough so I can wear mine.
Mike

[Kaplan]

Thanks guys! I really can't wait for cooler weather. But that won't come until October here in Southern New Mexico .

[Deleted]

Hey Andy,

Nice job on that Nowak jacket.

Cheers,
John

[Kaplan]

Thanks John! I'm glad I went with the cheaper TN option.

Anyway, I don't want to contribute to the mania of the whole Tony Nowak is "the best Indy jacket" thing... We get enough of that from guys that don't have other Indy jackets.

But I really think that the TN jacket will hold its own over time to create a strong reputation as being a high quality and reliable option up there with G&B.
It really is well constructed.

[GCR]

Aug 21, 2008 22:17:11 GMT -5 Kaplan said:

Thanks John! I'm glad I went with the cheaper TN option.

Anyway, I don't want to contribute to the mania of the whole Tony Nowak is "the best Indy jacket" thing... We get enough of that from guys that don't have other Indy jackets.

But I really think that the TN jacket will hold its own over time to create a strong reputation as being a high quality and reliable option up there with G&B.
It really is well constructed.

That is good to hear. I always assumed the quality and durability would have been top-notch with Nowak's jackets, since he managed to get the Indy 4 gig.

Were I the sort of lad to have an excess of spending green laying around, I'd probably spring for a Nowak myself...but alas, I am not that sort of lad. ;D

Anyways, I'll be looking forward to seeing more pics in the future as this jacket ages. It looks like the type of jacket that will only look better and better the more it's worn.

[Kaplan]

Aug 21, 2008 22:25:29 GMT -5 GCR said:

Anyways, I'll be looking forward to seeing more pics in the future as this jacket ages. It looks like the type of jacket that will only look better and better the more it's worn.

Thanks Griff! If more pics are wanted... I'm sure something can be arranged.

[Kaplan]

I just got a follow-up phone call from TN. He wanted to know if I got the jacket because he was worried! Plus, he was curious as to whether or not he got the specs right because I was very particular in my order.

I have to say... that's the kind of customer service I appreciate.

He's a great guy in my book.

[weaponx24]

I too have a Nowak and I must say that i absolutely LOVE it! In my opinion it is THE Indy Jacket! Tony was extrememly helpful when sizing and going over everything and is an extremely great person! I highly recommend anyone looking for a jacket to go talk to Tony.

[weaponx24]

By the way Kaplan, your jacket turned out great! I like the way Tony distressed mine though so I think Im just going to work on naturally distressing it myself through wear and tear...well, hopefully no tears...you know what I mean.

[Kaplan]

Thanks weaponx24! you should put up some pics of your TN.

[Havana]

That is a sweet jacket. I'm glad that you're happy with it since you paid for it. I think I'd get one too if I didn't already spend so much on the lottery and alcohol.

[Kaplan]

Sept 1, 2008 11:59:08 GMT -5 Havana said:

That is a sweet jacket. I'm glad that you're happy with it since you paid for it. I think I'd get one too if I didn't already spend so much on the lottery and alcohol.

;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

[IndyNibs]

nice jacket- should have mine in 11 days