I am an architectural and Sculptural Blacksmith working in San Diego, California. On a daily basis, I am exposed to extreme heat, open flame, flying sparks and molten metal. I am very serious about the clothing that I wear in the shop. Many times, it is the only thing between me and a serious injury or burn.

I recently tried out a pair of Jesse James 12 Oz Canvas Utility Carpenter pants. I have owned them for a few weeks now and I can say that they have performed flawlessly. The weight of the pants is perfect. Not so heavy that you can’t move and not so light that you don’t feel protected. The most surprising thing for me is how well they fit. You guys really got this right. There is extra room in the seat, crotch and legs. I can’t tell you how much I appreciate this when I’m hanging upside down attempting to get to an awkward weld on the inside of a sculpture. BTW, I also picked up one of your heavy cotton canvas work shirts and it was equally impressive. The price is great and the quality is top notch. Thank you for producing a superior product for hard working men and women.

P.S. The photo is me forging a sculptural element on a vintage 100lb Bradley Power Hammer.

David Browne Architectural and Sculptural Blacksmith
Owner, David Browne Metal Design
San Diego, Ca

Photography by: JoAnne Palasi

Hey! You guys in Europe! You’re used to invasions. Here comes another group of marauders from the West!

Buy some stuff from West Coast Choppers Europe, and get free stickers. The more you buy, the more you get. You can stuff your loved one’s stocking or be an elf to yourself and pocket the shiny silver stickers for use on your own sh*t. What are ya waitin’ for? Stop slurpin’ that Grog Nog and get on it! The offer is good for a limited  time only. You get a set of 6 brushed metal stickers with the iconic West Coast Choppers cross. 10 euro value, free with purchases of 50 euro and more. Perfect time to give and receive ;)

WHAT’S NOT TO LOVE, I MEAN REALLY?

Sunshine, hot girls in bikinis, the Lakers, earthquakes, drive bys, West Coast Choppers…not necessarily in that order…West Coast Choppers makes another music video appearance in Brian McKnight’s ‘I love LA’.

ARE YOU ONE OF THOSE SMART GUYS WHO CAN READ? AND WHO HAS AN OPINION? THEN YOU’RE QUALIFIED!

Check you out, you ARE a smart guy…you’ve made it well into this second sentence, so far so good. Next step: pick up a Garage Magazine and thumb through that. Final step: send us some opinions. Any opinion. We don’t want you to blow sunshine up our ass, we want the honest, unvarnished truth. Tell us what you like or don’t like about the magazine, give us your 2¢ on the articles, the photos, the page numbers, whatever. We’re like that chick you dated. The one who dotted all her “i”s with hearts. The one who would always ask “whatcha thinkin’?” and ruin a perfectly good awkward silence. Yeah we’re just like her, but without the possibility of, well, yeah, let’s just leave it at we’re just like her. So, whatcha thinkin’? Send your comments to: mailslot@garagemagazine.com

MEOW. MEOW. MEOW. SEE WHAT HAPPENS WHEN THE BIG WIGS AT JAG LET JESSE JAMES SINK HIS HIS CLAWS INTO THEIR NEW XKR

Kudos to the chaps on the other side of the pond who put this ride together. It’s pretty tight. When it rolled into West Coast Choppers it got a lot of attention. And that’s saying something when you consider the collection of cars that are parked here on a daily basis. It’s a purdy piece of sheet metal to say the least.

But, when was the last time something came into West Coast Choppers and didn’t roll out looking a whole lot better? Jesse had a few mods in mind for this already cool cat. It got a very UN British makeover: first order of business: drop it, then wrap it in “Jesse James Flat Black” a new vehicle wrap by Skinzwraps [you will do a double take–no one in the shop believed it was a wrap. It is virtually indistinguishable from a paint job!] Add some loud, beefy pipes, and finish it off with some new shoes. Makes you see Jaguar in a whole new light. Aston Martin should be more than just a little concerned…

If you want to check out the Jesse James Jaguar XKR in person, it’s front and center in the Jaguar display at the LA Auto Show this weekend.

THE HARDEST WORKING WORKBOOTS YOU’LL GET FOR $50!

Jesse James Work Boots, like the rest of the workwear line, are built to last. They combine all-day comfort and functionality with the latest footwear technology to help you get the job done safely. Our safety shoes and boots are constructed from premium materials, job-specific soles, waterproofing and insulation. They are designed to protect, and are the perfect choice on and off the jobsite.
Our Steel Toe Work Boots have a laundry list of features to enhance performance, deliver superior moisture management, protection, and durability. They feature:
• EH Rated Outsole
• Steel Toe Protection
• Full Grain Leather
• Moisture Wicking Lining
• Shock Absorbing Insole
• Waterproof Construction
• Slip/Oil Resistant Sole
And even with all of these great, premium features, they retail for only $50, and are available now in Walmart Stores and online at Walmart.com. They’re an all around great boot. And an even better Xmas gift.