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I went with the OTR version.

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I just received my first Wested Raiders jacket (lamb) and I couldn't be happier. Definitely my favorite of any of the jackets I have owned.

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Just wanted to bump this up and see if there are any new WPG jackets out there? I'm in the market.

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My mouth is watering Russ. Must have one...must have one.

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Just thought I'd post a pic of my Indy Guns.

(L to R) Colt M1917, Browning Hi-Power, S&W M1910

Also pictured are my WPG MkVII, and my original 1942 dated MkVII bags.

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As far as his gun, I would go with a surplus WW1 revolver . After the war firearms were plentiful. They were sold at harware stores, through the Sears & Roebuck Catalog. Seeing as Indy went to school in Chicago, Sears & Roebuck was a trolly ride away from the University of Chicago. And if he...

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Any update on this project? Was looking forward to seeing/having one of these.

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Well count me in for a TOD shirt. That should help get rid of that existing material. What was the cost of the shirts when you last ran them?

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I ordered a 38 and received a 36.

Anyone want to trade (your 38's for my 36's) before I ship them back?

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Looking forward to Azuma's next run of the TOD shirts. I am DEFENITELY in for at least one TOD, possible a Raiders shirt as well...depends on the price and my available funds.

PS - They look outstanding!

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Well thanks to our very own G-mann I am the proud owner of one fantastic Peters Bros. fedora. Here are a few shots along with a shameless plug for some hat stands I have available. :lol: http://jeffzak.tripod.com/fed1.jpg http://jeffzak.tripod.com/fed2.jpg http://jeffzak.tripod.com/fed3.jpg http://j...

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I finally got my US Wings Indy jacket to shrink. I soaked it in hot water, put it through a spin cycle, folded it up, stuck it into a pillow case and dried for 30 minutes on high heat. I was able to shorten the sleeves by almost an inch and it no longer looks like I'm wearing shoulder pads under my ...

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As a vendor I would like to offer my reply here. I deal with WWII reproduction uniforms & gear and about a year ago contemplated having some items made in the US, specifically...US & German field shirts. After the R&D smoke cleared, I could have bought (4) foreign made shirts for the pri...

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agent5 wrote:
I would rather read 500 posts about how happy someone is with their new AB, than the sometimes childish debates about prop details that can't be seen with the naked eye.
OOohhhh.....you must be a Nascar fan.

Nope...never watched a single race. Why did you assume that?

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Ragingblues wrote:Joy is hard to contain, spreads like wildfire, and is usually welcomed by most people.

Amen to that Ragingblues! I would rather read 500 posts about how happy someone is with their new AB, than the sometimes childish debates about prop details that can't be seen with the naked eye.

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My jacket won't shrink either Flattery. I am looking for a leather shop here in the CHicago area. Anyone know of a reputable one?

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Nice jacket Ken. One question for you. After you wet the jacket, did you dry it in a pillow case or just throw it in?

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Very nice. I will definitely be getting one of these.

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I think G-MANN was just throwing the info out there for us that do not fancy the 65% polyester Cabela shirt. The Cabela is nice but hot as #### in warmer weather. The US Wings is 100% cotton so it does breath better than the Cabela shirt. And seeing that LL Bean changed the color of their 100% cotto...

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I picked up that H&M shirt but I took it back a few days later. I wasn't crazy about it when I bought it, it was an impulse buy. It really is not screen accurate. Yes it is "Indy-esque" but it is not screen accurate. It's made well and is very affordable...just not screen accurate. See...

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Great looking boots you have there. They aged beautifully! Is that Cordovan polish on those A&E boots? Mine look exactly the same and that's what I polish them with.

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Yes Rusty they can be cut down. But the whole jacket is a touch too big. I was hoping to shrink the whole thing. PErhaps I can just go have it taylored.

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I know this is a "Shrinking a Wested" thread but I figured I would ask here in stead of starting a new post. Has anyone ever tried to shrink a US Wings jacket in the dryer? Thanks to G-Mann I am the proud owner of a FANTASTIC US Wings jacket. The sleeves are a touch too long and I ran it t...

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Yes folks, I got these excellent wood grips as a gift from our own Capt_Zak. Great job on the lanyard swivel John! I have to give it a try on my Tanaka. And for the record John...I was the one who received the gift. The grips were simply my attempt to even out our transaction. I have a few more goo...

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Hey John. Great looking grips on that Tanaka. Where on earth did you find those?

How did you do the lanyard swivel? I would love to add one to my Tanaka.

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They are cut large. So keep that in mind when you buy one online. I usually wear a 16.5 X 33 but can easily fit in a 15.5. Just something to keep in mind. 40's clothing was not baggy like the kiddies wear today.

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Isn't that shirt 65% polyester? Will that hold a "dye job"? Don't you need at least 70% cotton?

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Indy had to wear his "standard" clothing in the bar scene. Imagine how the fight would have looked if he was all bundled up like Randy in "A Christmas Story"? LOL

He would have been pushed over and just laid there like a slug.

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Michaelson wrote:Good call. Being a music major at Ohio State was the pits back in the early 70's!

Regards! Michaelson

Being a music major at DePaul University in the early 90's was no better.

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G-MANN, weren't you freezing? :shock: :wink: Strider, That was one quick trip outdoors! But if you live in this lousy weather long enough you almost get used to it. :wink: Cheers G-MANN Amen to that John. You do get used to it. And don't forget...here in Chicago we can have all four seasons occur i...

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I agree, the H&M sirt is not a very good Indy shirt. I hit the H&M in Orland Park, IL yesterday and saw the shirt first hand. I did pick up a nice linen shirt but it's nothing like an Indy shirt.

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Indiana wrote:Duct tape Fedora:

SWEET JESUS! That just proves you CAN do anything with duct tape.

That is great!

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I think the pants are GREAT! I wouldn't worry about the other pocket. I personally do not look at other Indy's butts checking for the correct amount & style of pockets.

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Holy @#$%! Looks great! And the price? 2.99? You couldn't pass that up.

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I would suggest you have any shirt you buy taylored to fit better. We are of all shapes and sizes and a standard S, M, L, XL just doesn't work. Besides...every company's size structure is different. There is no "standard" here in the US for clothes sizing.

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I don't really consider khaki/sepia trousers, a stone/khaki long sleeve shirt, Aldens, and even the Wested a costume. They are clothes that people are wearing and will be wearing for a long time. Besides, khakis and a button down shirt are standard dress on "Casual Friday". I Have even bee...

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Every single airsoft gun I have ever ordered has been opened by US Customs. When they see "replica gun", or "airsoft gun" I'm sure the red flags go up. The Japan companies are great for putting $5.00 as the declared value. That's another red flag. A $5.00 box labeled "toy gu...

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DO NOT BUY FROM WWII GUNS! They are a scam operation. I know a number of airsoft guys that were burned by this company. They take your money and never deliver your goods. Again, I know this first hand so stay clear of them. I would also be weary of any company in Japan. They usually do not follow t...

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I assume we are talking about the bag that holds my Sankara stones?

Sorry...I couldn't resist.

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You can also pick up a product called "Shoe Goo"/ You can find it at any camping or hunting store in or around their shoe department. It can be used for pretty much anything. Repairing shoes, fixing the ends of fraying shoe laces, web belts, anything. It can even be used to fix a hem in a ...

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That was my first Indy bag! Great bag. I still use it for work. You can fit a ton of @#$% in them.

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I bought a pair of these from Sportsmans Guide. I know they are technically too tall to be Indy boots but I like the ankle support you get with the 8.5" boot. Plus, once you put the Sepia LL Bean Chinos on...who's gonna notice. :D http://jeffzak.tripod.com/ceindyboot.jpg I'll take some pics whe...

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Great pants indeed! Nice find. Wish I knew how to read German.

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Pitfall Harry wrote:What really gets me is that I can wear my fedora out in public and someone with 20 facial piercings and wearing a goth outfit can give me a look like I'm the one that's out of place.

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Hahahahahaha! I couldn't agree with you more Pitfall!

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I think the Sepia chinos look best with the jacket. The khaki are just too light. (Just my opinion.)

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Can you use an awl on this or would a needle be easier? Are there any good websites that get into detail as far as stitching leather goods? I'd really like to stitch in my barrel plug but dn't wanna screw it up.

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A tutorial would be great! I'm sure everyone would agree.

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I do not have an AB yet. I have a cheap brown fedora I wear with my Indy gear. It's passible. I want the grey so that when I go to the various Reenacting conventions to sell my WWII reproductions I can dress period and not be called "Indiana" the whole time. LOL I usually tell people that ...

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After seeing these photos I have decided to order a Akubra Federation in Grey. This will allow me to still pick up an AB down the road. But these Akubras look too good to pass up. Can't wait toget my "Grey".

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