The J. Peterman Company

When I was seven my plan was to become Marco Polo. I had a change of heart when I was eight and decided to go into professional baseball. My father was patient. I threw too high. I threw between his legs. I wasnt big enough. I had no talent. Having no talent can be a great gift. In my case, it gave me determination. My dream actually came true. I played professional baseball when I was 20, 21, and 22. Then it ended. I started looking for work. When asked why I left my last job, I said it was because I couldnt hit a curve ball. I still had 307 other dreams left, but I decided to go back to the first. I still wanted to be Marco Polo. After baseball, I found myself traveling too. As a salesman. In Wyoming, I made a purchase that changed my life. It was a full-length horsemans duster that had all the character, romance, and adventure I dreamed about. I wore it in Chicago, New York, and San Francisco. People noticed. I started this company selling that coat, and we carry it still. L...