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by Zaphod
Mon Aug 12, 2019 9:36 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Temple of Doom Cosplay Machete
Replies: 13
Views: 489

Re: Temple of Doom Cosplay Machete

Thank you for all the kind words. I really appreciate the feedback.
by Zaphod
Sat Aug 10, 2019 9:11 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Temple of Doom Cosplay Machete
Replies: 13
Views: 489

Re: Temple of Doom Cosplay Machete

I used filler primer. I put on about 12 coats. I sanded between each coat. 3D printed pieces have small print lines that you have to fill and smooth. You do a LOT of sanding. :lol:
by Zaphod
Sat Aug 10, 2019 4:11 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Temple of Doom Cosplay Machete
Replies: 13
Views: 489

Re: Temple of Doom Cosplay Machete

captblitzdawg wrote:Wow! That is beautiful! I would be very proud to have that in my collection! Did some of that shine come from using Rub-n-Buff?
Thank you for the kind words. I used Molotow Liquid Chrome in an airbrush for the blade and parts of the handle.
by Zaphod
Sat Aug 10, 2019 3:06 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Temple of Doom Cosplay Machete
Replies: 13
Views: 489

Re: Temple of Doom Cosplay Machete

Here are a few additional pics
by Zaphod
Sat Aug 10, 2019 3:04 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Temple of Doom Cosplay Machete
Replies: 13
Views: 489

Temple of Doom Cosplay Machete

I am working on a cosplay for Temple of Doom from the bridge scene. I needed a machete that I could carry at a con. I looked around at alternatives and decided to make my own. I modeled my prop off the Noble Collection Temple of Doom machete. Members from the forum on Indygear.com were kind enough t...
by Zaphod
Thu Jul 04, 2019 10:15 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Ordering Advice for a Wested Custom Raiders Jacket
Replies: 9
Views: 375

Re: Ordering Advice for a Wested Custom Raiders Jacket

Thanks for your advice. I appreciate it.
by Zaphod
Tue Jul 02, 2019 10:42 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Ordering Advice for a Wested Custom Raiders Jacket
Replies: 9
Views: 375

Re: Ordering Advice for a Wested Custom Raiders Jacket

Does anyone know if the gussets make the fit more baggy? Were they included in the original Raiders jacket?
by Zaphod
Fri Jun 28, 2019 9:51 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Ordering Advice for a Wested Custom Raiders Jacket
Replies: 9
Views: 375

Ordering Advice for a Wested Custom Raiders Jacket

I am looking to order a Wested Custom Raiders Jacket in washed lamb. I have the Standard Raiders in lamb and like the fit but need a smaller size. I was hoping to get the best of both worlds with a good fit and features from the on the screen jacket. I am thinking about adding the following requests...
by Zaphod
Mon Jun 24, 2019 7:53 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Ordering Advice for First Raiders Jacket from Wested
Replies: 37
Views: 2380

Re: Ordering Advice for First Raiders Jacket from Wested

After roughly a year, I am about to order my second jacket. I like my first Wested standard Raiders in lamb. However I got in shape and lost 35 pounds. I am 6 feet tall and now weigh 177 lbs. My size 44 jacket is too big. So I am looking to order a size 42 Raiders in washed lamb. I wear a 42 Long so...
by Zaphod
Sun May 12, 2019 10:01 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: What are the best pants/trousers available ??
Replies: 14
Views: 1049

Re: What are the best pants/trousers available ??

Regarding the color of the new WPG pants...they are closer to the Wested color in the pic at the top of the post. They more brownish. The older WPG were closer to the other pairs of pants in the pic. I prefer the older color but that is just me. It is not based on screen accuracy. I am not an expert...
by Zaphod
Sat May 11, 2019 8:49 am
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: What are the best pants/trousers available ??
Replies: 14
Views: 1049

Re: What are the best pants/trousers available ??

I have ordered many things from WPG and most have been good. They also offer good customer service. I recently ordered a new pair of the WPG pants and did not care for them. I have a pair of the WPG light pants that are no longer available. I found the new ones to be very different from the older on...
by Zaphod
Tue Sep 18, 2018 10:55 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Noble Collection Temple of Doom Machete Measurements?
Replies: 10
Views: 312

Re: Noble Collection Temple of Doom Machete Measurements?

Indiana Jeff...thanks for the pics and measurements. Can you tell me how thick the top edge of the bade is? Can you also tell me how thick the handle is at the very bottom and the thickness just before the handle meets the blade? I saw a side view and the handle looks a lot thicker at the bottom ver...
by Zaphod
Tue Sep 11, 2018 9:22 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Noble Collection Temple of Doom Machete Measurements?
Replies: 10
Views: 312

Re: Noble Collection Temple of Doom Machete Measurements?

Jack Shannon...Thank you for your offer. One of the other members on the board was kind enough to send me pics and measurements. I will be sure to post pics when the project is done.
by Zaphod
Thu Sep 06, 2018 8:17 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Noble Collection Temple of Doom Machete Measurements?
Replies: 10
Views: 312

Noble Collection Temple of Doom Machete Measurements?

I am looking to do a Temple of Doom Indy cosplay. I need a TOD Machete but you can't bring a metal Machete to a con. So I am looking at making a replica out of foam. I have been able to find pics online but I am looking for detailed measurements for me to base my foam machete. I want to make it as r...
by Zaphod
Sat Aug 18, 2018 9:29 am
Forum: Gear Care & Distressing
Topic: Distressing a Shirt
Replies: 7
Views: 673

Re: Distressing a Shirt

Pitforce5...your technique looks great. I just tested using food grade glycerin in a 50/50 mix with water in a small spray bottle to simulate sweat. It looked great. It stayed "damp" for a week until I washed it. It came completely out. I used it on a WPG Indy shirt. If anyone uses this te...
by Zaphod
Sat Aug 04, 2018 11:49 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Ordering Advice for First Raiders Jacket from Wested
Replies: 37
Views: 2380

Re: Ordering Advice for First Raiders Jacket from Wested

The regular lamb I got has a dark brown color that looks similar to the movie color sans the weathering. Hope that helps.
by Zaphod
Sat Aug 04, 2018 10:53 pm
Forum: Gear Care & Distressing
Topic: Distressing a Shirt
Replies: 7
Views: 673

Distressing a Shirt

I am thinking about distressing my new WPG Indy shirt. I am looking to make it look like it has seen some adventures instead of brand new. I am going for a Raiders look. I have read threads where people have used mineral oil, olive oil or glycerine to simulate sweat. But what about general dirt and ...
by Zaphod
Thu Mar 08, 2018 12:20 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Wested boots?
Replies: 98
Views: 11329

Re: Wested boots?

I just got a pair of these boots yesterday. The shipping was fast. I live in the US on the East Coast and got them in 3 days. They look very nice and the fit was spot on for me. I wore them out to dinner and they felt comfortable. I think they will feel even better as they naturally break in. The on...
by Zaphod
Wed Mar 07, 2018 10:24 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Ordering Advice for First Raiders Jacket from Wested
Replies: 37
Views: 2380

Re: Ordering Advice for First Raiders Jacket from Wested

I took Holts advice and got the Standard Raiders in Lambskin. The shipping was fast. I got it today and am very happy with it. I think it fits great. :lol: Now time to break it in. I also got the Wested Indy boots. They look great to me. I wore them tonight and they fit well. Thanks for all the advi...
by Zaphod
Sun Mar 04, 2018 5:30 pm
Forum: Guns & Holsters
Topic: Todd's or WPG Holster?
Replies: 15
Views: 693

Re: Todd's or WPG Holster?

The holster looks great. I followed your approach and got good results. Did you apply anything to the leather after you dyed it to hold the dye? Does the dye rub off or come off if wet? I am concerned about the color coming off on my pants.

Thanks
by Zaphod
Sun Mar 04, 2018 8:32 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Ordering Advice for First Raiders Jacket from Wested
Replies: 37
Views: 2380

Re: Ordering Advice for First Raiders Jacket from Wested

Thank you for the helpful advice. I greatly appreciate it.
by Zaphod
Sat Mar 03, 2018 4:19 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Ordering Advice for First Raiders Jacket from Wested
Replies: 37
Views: 2380

Ordering Advice for First Raiders Jacket from Wested

I am new to the forums and am ordering my first Indy jacket. I am putting together a Raiders costume and am looking for a Raiders jacket that I can use for the costume but also as an everyday coat. After looking at the options and my budget, I have decided on the Authentic "Indiana Jones" ...