Windward jackets by Montgomery Ward (and copies)

[too much coffee]

Good looking jacket and the fit looks outstanding.
Have you any idea of the weight of this one in mid weight horse?
How long did it take Aero to produce your jacket? Very good addition, those 2 interior pockets.

Enjoy your new jacket!

Regards...........coffee

 

[Windward]

Thanks . . .

Thanks for all the nice comments -
Navin - its my fifth windward - want to wear one in all of the "5 Seasons"
Yes - the lining is more purple rather than wine (bordeaux or bugundy)but looks luxury.
Ordered end of March purchased yesterday.

Regarding the weight its about 2kg - it feels - compared to my heavy FQHH jackets (3 kg) - MUCH lighter and comfy from the beginning - and for the "special purpose" to wear one of my AERO also in summer its great.

I can really recommend the rayon lining its a cool feeling and as many knows its "natural" cloth. I am glad with the od green oliv thread - give it a nice contrast. All of my jackets own the inside zippered pockets and it doesnt change the shape of the front.

Will post more pics after breaking in - must be very early with this nice jerky seal Horsehide!

Thanks
WindWard

 

[feltfan]

Very nice jacket.

Surely the rayon is hotter than cotton drill?

 

[Cooperson]

Another very nice jacket and an excellent fit, I gather you like this particular style I think the lining complements the color of the hide very well.

My last Aero (Californian) was also a medium weight jerky hide but in their russet color. It has a totally different look, smell and feel to their heavy front quarter (which is still my all time favorite hide) but it does make an ideal jacket for those days when it's just not quite cold enough for the heavy leather. Enjoy!

Cheers

 

[Windward]

Thanks Cooperson

Yes - I've seen your jerky russet HH californian and like it very much too!:eusa_clap
Maybe it was your pics which brought me to the decision for another windward in mid weight HH. It seems that I've found my perfect jacket style.
Today I am "fighting" with 37 C / 98 F and wearing my jacket only under my arms.
Thanks

 

[Windward]

Mike - let me/us know if you got one and we make a special windward Thread !!??
Art

 

[feltfan]

Windward- how does the rayon lining compare to cotton drill
for insulation?

Thanks.

 

[Windward]

My SUJ - "Summer Utility Jacket"

Windward- how does the rayon lining compare to cotton drill
for insulation?

Feltfan - the rayon lining has a smooth and cool feeling - compared to the cotton drill which is much thicker and rougher ...
It is a joy to slip in and out of the jacket. All of my dress suits have rayon lining and therefore I go with this lining - I am not disappointed - you see me wearing my jacket while the temperature is about 98 F !

Thanks
Windward

 

[feltfan]

Thanks. I like a satin lining, but it can be hot.
I guess Aero doesn't do satin for heavy FQHH,
but this could be an alternative.

Great jacket, BTW. There may be a Windward in my
future... For now I just hope to complete my transaction
for the Hercules I ordered at the beginning of January...

 

[QTime]

You wear a jacket when its 98F outside? :eusa_clap

Thought the only dude doing so is the bmw-guy.

 

[Dav]

You wear a jacket when its 98F outside? :eusa_clap

Thought the only dude doing so is the bmw-guy.

It must be the smell of the leather or something, as I too am suffering from a similar affliction although not quite as severe here in the UK.
Perhaps they should come with some sort of health warning.
BTW a fine jacket Windward that lining looks well smart.

 

[Lear]

Nice jacket Windward. But hang on... Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter. I make that five jackets for four seasons. Please explain yourself

Lear

 

[Navin323i]

Thanks for all the nice comments -
Navin - its my fifth windward - want to wear one in all of the "5 Seasons"
Yes - the lining is more purple rather than wine (bordeaux or bugundy)but looks luxury.

That settles it, Windward... you're my hero.

Enjoy them all in the best of health.

 

[too much coffee]

Thanks. I like a satin lining, but it can be hot.
I guess Aero doesn't do satin for heavy FQHH,
but this could be an alternative.

Great jacket, BTW. There may be a Windward in my
future... For now I just hope to complete my transaction
for the Hercules I ordered at the beginning of January...

So feltfan, did you order your Hercules from Aero USA or from Scotland direct?

Regards...........coffee

 

[Navin323i]

You wear a jacket when its 98F outside? :eusa_clap

Thought the only dude doing so is the bmw-guy.

lol I like my new nickname "bmw-guy"... thanks.

I still say that the heat definitely helps the break-in process for the horsehide.

 

[Windward]

Thanks a lot

That settles it, Windward... you're my hero.

Enjoy them all in the best of health.

:cheers1:

 

[Windward]

Hi Lear

Nice jacket Windward. But hang on... Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter. I make that five jackets for four seasons. Please explain yourself

Lear

OK, here we go: Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter and extrem Winter - thats five ...
Oops I've forgotten indian summer !?

Cheers

 

[Windward]

Wow! That is a nice jacket. Lots of details too! I like the stitching. Aero did an excellent job. Congratulations Windward.
Andy

Thanks Andy - BTW your LHB / HWM and HB in brown FQHH looks simply amazing . . .and its a pleasure to look at it.

 

[Lear]

OK, here we go: Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter and extrem Winter - thats five ...
Oops I've forgotten indian summer !?

Cheers

Very good :eusa_clap

That would take top spot in a thread titled:

How to convince your wife/girlfriend you need another Aero

Lear

 

[sbhva]

OK, here we go: Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter and extrem Winter - thats five ...
Oops I've forgotten indian summer !?

Cheers

Finally, someone that understands me. My ex-wife accused me of having a "jacket fetish" ... lol

Here in the State of Wisconsin, USA we have a couple more seasons to add to the list: January thaw, the dog days of August (hard to imagine wearing a jacket of any kind then), and of course deer season.