Piermont “Piney” Winston is a fictional character on the FX television series Sons of Anarchy, played by William Lucking. He was a member of the Sons of Anarchy Motorcycle Club and was one of the Club’s founders, along with John Teller.
Biography:
Winston was in his late 60s and served as a Marine during the Vietnam War. When he returned to his hometown of Charming, California, in 1967, he felt ostracized by the same society he had just risked his life for. He eventually co-founded the Sons of Anarchy Motorcycle Club with fellow war veteran John Teller as a form of social rebellion and freedom. He was JT’s vice president until he was diagnosed with emphysema in 1991. He then suffered from severe emphysema and had to carry an oxygen tank with him at all times, which prevent his going out on runs, but he still attended “Church”. Despite his age he proved to be just as tough as his younger club brothers. Piney is the father of Harry “Opie” Winston, Jax Teller’s best friend and another member of the Sons of Anarchy. Piney was the only contemporary SAMCRO (Sons of Anarchy Motorcycle Club Redwood Original) member to wear the original Sons of Anarchy denim kutte.
Piermont “Piney” Winston is a fictional character on the FX television series Sons of Anarchy, played by William Lucking. He was a member of the Sons of Anarchy Motorcycle Club and was one of the Club’s founders, along with John Teller.
Biography:
Winston was in his late 60s and served as a Marine during the Vietnam War. When he returned to his hometown of Charming, California, in 1967, he felt ostracized by the same society he had just risked his life for. He eventually co-founded the Sons of Anarchy Motorcycle Club with fellow war veteran John Teller as a form of social rebellion and freedom. He was JT’s vice president until he was diagnosed with emphysema in 1991. He then suffered from severe emphysema and had to carry an oxygen tank with him at all times, which prevent his going out on runs, but he still attended “Church”. Despite his age he proved to be just as tough as his younger club brothers. Piney is the father of Harry “Opie” Winston, Jax Teller’s best friend and another member of the Sons of Anarchy. Piney was the only contemporary SAMCRO (Sons of Anarchy Motorcycle Club Redwood Original) member to wear the original Sons of Anarchy denim kutte.
Status at end of series: Deceased. Killed by Clay Morrow. Last Appearance: Family Recipe.
Title: (former) Vice President (1967-1991)
Family:
Ellie Winston (granddaughter)
Kenny Winston (grandson)
Spouse(s):
Mary Winston (ex-wife)
Children:
Harry “Opie” Winston (son; deceased)
Occupation:
Founding member of the Sons of Anarchy Motorcycle Club, mechanic and retired Marine
Club History:
He was the club’s oldest member and senior club advisor. As the series began, Piney had slowed down, and – due to emphysema – carried an oxygen tank. He sat in for church meetings, but rarely went on runs. In his denim cut, Piney was the last vestige of old school SOA. His son, Opie was also a member. According to Gemma, Piney and John Teller were very close friends. JT and Piney had been best friends, since they were in school and relied on each other for support. When JT died, he stayed on as VP, but only until Jax was old enough and able to take a seat at the table. He would only step down from being VP, if Jax took his position. He remained a member, once he stepped down, so he could have a vote and keep Clay under control, once he was voted in as the new president. Piney was never sure of Clay and always doubted him and his motives for doing things. His criminal record shows that he was suspected in money laundering, extortion, and murder but was never charged. He went on trial once for prostitution but was released due to lack of evidence. He was also connected with the transportation of stolen goods.
Motortrike:
Piney rode a Harley Davidson Electra Tri-Glide, which he customized to hold his oxygen tank between the rear wheels. In a few episodes he is shown with a Road King Tri-Glide instead of his normal Electra Tri-Glide. This is either an inconsistency problem within the show, or Piney owns two trikes as the “bat wing” fairing on an Electra Glide is not easily removed.
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