Ride 'em Cowboy! Headwind Mfg Co's Bronco A-2 Has Arrived

[ZuZu]

Sorry- I just can't get past the Pakistani sewing look- seam allowances not quite right; pocket flap just phoned in- dead looking in general.

On the positive side the overall pattern is OK but to me it still looks like what it is- a cheap copy.

There is no Great White Hope- no inexpensive South Asian solution IMO. Why anybody would buy 10 of these instead of just saving for a good one is beyond me.

 

[Boyo]

I think your criticisms are valid but Who’s buying 10?… I got mine in 5 days, while I’ve waited years for a GW. Of course these aren’t comparable to a GW but there is a spot for this jacket in my closet.

 

[Socalal]

Finally some satisfied customers here and a few nice words about Jay and his offerings after a long time bashing...

I'm well aware of the past "issues".
I've learned to assess others' experiences but final judgments mine alone.
These have been my first interactions with Jay and I'll echo MauldinFan-
"I'm the first one to hoist the "BS flag" when a deal goes sideways, but I also will do the opposite when a deal goes well."
Yep.

 

[Skyhawk]

Here is a comparison of the ARLO vs BRONCO pockets. We copied the original pockets. The hide is actually very nice. I think you need to have the jacket in hand to really appreciate it and get a true sense of the quality. So far, feedback has been great.
We use the proper style with all the unique characteristics found on the original pockets. The differences are easy to see between the two:

More goodies on the inside with the proper reinforcements, stitch lines, and Brass Anodized snaps in the proper size. The anodized finish, shape, and look matches the original jacket snaps. The are not painted, shiny, or nickel colored.

 

[Skyhawk]

We are down to one size 38 remaining. Consistent with the Bronco pattern it is slightly more roomy than the average WWII A-2. Restock will be sometime in the end of December to the first part of January. Right now the hides are being tanned. We use custom hides that are made to be a match for the color, grain, and topcoat sheen of the original hides. These hides are not available as an "In Stock" / "Off the Shelf" hide that can just be purchased. It takes a little time to make it. This size 38 is a stunner with no issues and would be a great jacket for someone that fits the numbers provided below.

 

[Skyhawk]

Actual Measurements and photos of the size 38 that is in stock. This jacket has the new Good Wear knits on it. I was short on mid brown sets and John was nice enough to stock me up for the run.

This Medium Russet Horsehide is custom made for us. It's not off the shelf or some idea of what the color should be. It's not a tobacco, whisky, or any other fancy brown color. We took the actual original A-2 jacket into the tanner and said "Copy this". They did.
They nailed it!!

Chest - 21'
Shoulders 17.5"
Arms 24.5"
Length 24.25"

Solid, strong construction:

Something for the stitch counters... 8 stitches per inch:

 

[CBI]

congrats !! !!

 

[bseal]

“They nailed it!!”

 

[Skyhawk]

Nice eye. Just needs a little trim. That's normal minute small stuff. Totally solid. No damage.

 

[Skyhawk]

Here we are. Cuff is all cleaned up and rock solid:

 

[Lowden025]

Congratulations!

 

[Skyhawk]

Heads up, we just received some new Bronco's from the next run. There is only one in each size and we had pre orders for sizes 44, 46, 48. That leaves a 38, 40, and 42 in stock. This run has Olive thread and they came out very nice! We are making more soon, including more 44, 46, and 48's. We are completing a run of Aero's (ARLO) and then making more Broncos. We have the hides in stock now so it should be a short wait for the bigger sizes. I am updating the site today with the sizes that are now in stock.

 

[Skyhawk]

Here are some photos from the new run:

 

[CBI]

some NICE grain there Jay!!!!!

 

[Brettafett]

What will be the difference between this and the premium version?
When will those be available?

 

[Enigma1938]

No more OD threads?

 

[coolhandluke]

No more OD threads?

I thought the same thing, but on closer inspection of the photos, I think that it is OD thread.

 

[Skyhawk]

No more OD threads?

It does have OD thread. Maybe try viewing with a different screen. One of the cool things I find with OD thread is that it can be very subtle. Then when the light catches it at the right angle, it really pops!

 

[Enigma1938]

It does have OD thread. Maybe try viewing with a different screen. One of the cool things I find with OD thread is that it can be very subtle. Then when the light catches it at the right angle, it really pops! View attachment 136665

Thanks for clarifying. Look like great jackets!

 

[Skyhawk]

What will be the difference between this and the premium version?
When will those be available?

I know, it already looks fairly premium huh? lol... I probably over achieved a bit for the budget version.

The premium version will be a while down the road. Probably in the "2 month from now" time range.