Club Obi Wan

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A bit late to this thread but RIP sir.

Peter was a true gent, would pick me up at the train station to run back to the barn.
A pleasure to work with and a load of fun to boot.

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I now work about a block from David Morgan's shop!

Will never forget when he taught my 10 year old daughter how to crack a whip, indoors!

(that was 12 years ago....!)

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More details about your distressing process?

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I'm a bit late posting here, I had seen the new on the DM website. He was such a special man -- my favorite memory was when he taught my then 10 or 11 year old daughter to crack a whip inside the front of his shop (we live locally). I'll treasure my whip and of course memories of our visits with him...

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That's interesting, because over the years we saw several photos of members who were allowed to try on the jacket for photo ops, and at Noel's insistance. :-k Interesting man. I really liked him. He used to send out Christmas cards to us back in the day. I think of him at this time of year just bec...

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That's funny, I visited Noel around that time or maybe a bit after and he was adamant "NO PICTURES!"

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Mine look like the bottom of the two lie flat pictures, and like the set in the 3/4 view picture at the bottom.

I have no issues with them, they're perfect. (well other than my head is really too fat for them)

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Indiana MarkVII wrote:Is their phone number available? I need to buy at least two pair of frames. I've sat on my existing pair too many times and the frames are irreversibly damaged.

see first post....

And BTW I was sent an extra pair of arms with the correct chestnut on them. All is well.

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darthjones wrote:Hmmm - I just tried to email these people two days ago and no response yet. Anyone know whattup?

Thanks!

I would try calling them. Email was not their strong suit.

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Yes, I run both foam plugs and electronic. I wouldn't even say it was a budget thing, but it works very well especially if you are training or being trained. I bought a second set of the Howard Leight's for my 15yo daughter.

At our range this procedure is known as "doubling up".

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While the NH shirt is the most screen accurate, the material feels like a costume ... which I guess it is. I've always thought the NH Raiders shirt is slightly too dark, but the cut and details are of course perfect. Good luck finding one! The Todd's shirt while maybe not as accurate, is something ...

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While the NH shirt is the most screen accurate, the material feels like a costume ... which I guess it is. I've always thought the NH Raiders shirt is slightly too dark, but the cut and details are of course perfect. Good luck finding one! The Todd's shirt while maybe not as accurate, is something t...

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Sorry folks, I agree with _, you can't tell a leather from a photo. :TOH: Thanks, bud... Gents - Any "expert" who says he can tell the species from a pic? They're selling something. You cannot do it with any degree of certainty or expertise, i.e. you are guessing. Anybody who has any inte...

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I have never had a problem with pistols, but, rifles are a different story. Very awkward feeling when using iron sights with a low profile (like my Henry lever action. The straight stock doesn't help either). The conventional wisdom is to shoot rifles strong hand, weak eye. That's what I do, no rea...

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Perfect color and cut!

Now just get some fabric glue and glue a little strip of rabbit fur inside the cuffs.

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Generally speaking, snap caps aren't usually plastic. They are typically made of something more durable like brass or aluminium. Dummy rounds are plastic (although I just bought some that are aluminum, go figure). Dummy rounds can be used to practice loading and cycling weapon Dummy rounds will only...

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I am using Howard Leight's, they are excellent and low-profile which works well with long guns: http://www.amazon.com/Howard-Leight-R-01526-Electronic-Earmuff/dp/B001T7QJ9O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1297723428&sr=8-1" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; I'm a bit conservativ...

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I just fired a (semi-auto) folding stock short barrel AK (yes, this is legally owned by an appropriate entity) and was pretty amazed with how it was put together. Absolutely cruddy construction, but very rugged and easy to use. To the OP, why did you see out a 22 cal version? Was the screen used gun...

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Indiana Holt wrote:you should keep waering it though.. that is ONE special story behind the distress.

Agreed. But if you do replace it, maybe horse hide with some kind of bulletproof lining?

Stay safe!

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_ wrote:This is great stuff to hear. I pulled out my old Wested auth lamb raiders today just because it smells so cool.

I've been wearing mine this week!

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I picked up a close enough on eBay, no painting required for body or button.

Brand is "Rose".

(this is a stock photo, my flashlight has a little patina)

Just search for "Rose vintage flashlight" on flea-bay.

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This thread reminds me of the Todd's gloves complaint thread.

* "I have an issue with a vendor, and they did not respond to my mail."
* A bunch of other people pile on.
* Someone says "did you call them?"
* Followed by silence from the original poster.

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Cassidy wrote:
Second, Wested is notorious for communication issues - not always their fault - so it's best to persist or try to call them on the phone.

Email is not 100% reliable. I would call them.

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Excellent! BTW I just checked my Bean link and noticed they've added a rabbit fur lined version. You can't see the lining in the pictures, but here is the link: http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/18597?feat=18598-ppxs&dds=y (click on 3rd color, cordovan) The Bean's don't have the slit in them, thoug...

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I have the Lands End cardigan and this one looks as good if not better, espcially for the price!

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The Man with the Hat wrote:Still no reply from Todd's. I sent a new email tonight. I am even more disappointed in Todd's service now.

That is surprising, might be worth giving them a call? (maybe you hit the spam filter or something)

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I bought a pair and I think they're fine, they will darken with use and fwiw I think the Wells you can buy now are a lot darker (and yellower) than what is SA, which is why I like the Todds gloves. I had a faulty glove (hole showed up) and he sent me replacements immediately (without requiring the o...

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Michaelson wrote: but no mention of WHAT he's supposed to be showing or doing.

LC shirt and belt?

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Does the mention of Hollywood Treasure mean there is some tie in with the new TV show?

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I personally believe that Mr. Howard did not own a TOD or LC shirt in possession throughout these years. He did have a shirt, jacket, shoes and pants from TOD in his possession that I viewed. I'll have to go check my notes but I recall the shirt had the same "Raiders II" WC label as the j...

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I see two possibilities: - belt was a LC production made item which Noel used as a template for his reproductions - the belt is one of those reproductions I just compared it to my NH LC belt and it is IDENTICAL (except on mine I have removed the white waxy stuff on the leather). I could post pics, b...

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I've contacted Wested in the past and they sent me new sliders free of charge. I'd suggest dropping them an email. Yes, they've always done this for me, free of charge. Some other tips on fitting: when you bend them open, "rotate" one end away from you, rather than prising apart (hope tha...

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The material on the Todd's shirt would be great for warm weather. I'm very happy with mine.

My advice is to focus on shoulder and chest fit (and sleeve length), and a little bunching in at the waist is ok.

According to Noel Howard, that was part of the look (pants too).

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Maybe someone here can help write a nice email for him to copy/paste explaining his issue to Gemma.

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I wonder who makes the jacket? And would a M1911 fit in it?

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Nice shop, all kinds of interesting gentlemanly attire there.

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Did y'all see Aero's "anniversary" jacket:

http://www.aeroleatherclothing.com/weba ... rodid=1446

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_ wrote:Nope. Never ends. The only one worse is for guitars. My theory with them us that they are curvy and make pretty sounds when you strum them with your fingers. They can purr or they can scream. Remind y'all of anything else?

Cars?

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binkmeisterRick wrote:Where did you get your gloves? HPA?

Garcia Aviation -- although they sent me the wrong size... hopefully they will fix it up.
They're made in Pakistan.

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Man, I'd missed those Doolittle pictures on their site. They are in one of the Doolittle books, but not at that high resolution! I spoke with John (neat guy!) and the main issue with larger sizes is finding the right piece of hide. He spent a lot of time explaining how they cut the horse up. :) So, ...

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Here's what I've ordered. I've been in live with this jacket art for about 10 years now and I've finally caved. It'll go in their Bronco pattern - a favorite of mine and one that they modify well for my size - in seal brown HH. It's the 490th bg - the Burma bridge busters who flew b25's in the cbi....

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Well I wouldn't really be in public. I would be in the desert Kyle The TSA doesn't care what you take OUT of the US providing a) you can't access it from the cabin, and b) it poses no danger to the aircraft. You really should check with the Spanish customs and local policia guardia civil where you ...

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I've also been on the prowl for an A2, still looking at original jackets for inspiration, haven't found the right one yet.

I'm too lazy to post pics from the search so far.

I did buy some repro A-10 gloves though...

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I would also check Spanish law on bringing replicas in. I decided not to take my resin guns to the UK, I spoke with the local police where I was going as well. Reenactors in army uniforms all together in a cordoned off area with old non-functional rifles is ok, but a guy walking around "in publ...

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_ wrote:We'll be heading home (Seattle) for a couple weeks next summer. I'd love to meet whoever can make it to some kind of meet-n-greet and photo opp. Maybe a trip to David's and a chance for me to pick up a couple filson's shirts?

Sounds like fun, prob get Louie Foxx there too.

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On the subject of the fungal bloom, I've had it show up on the leather steering wheel of my van. (I live 10 miles or so from DM) I've never experienced it anywhere else, it is something to do with weather here and who knows what else. Glad you had a nice visit. I am overdue to visit the shop but wai...

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Legally - especially on federal land - your protection is limited to making noise. Period. Endless trips into the north cascades with guides - they wear a bell on their belt and they carry a whip. Both to make noise. Again - that is all you legally get. The 10mm I carry. Completely and totally ille...

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"This is intolerable!"

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I am extremely happy with my ROLA custom. It is a good looking pattern and I was able to request a couple of details that were important to me.

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I got my black rect. sliders from Wested. Quick tip, wrap nose of pliers in tape if you use pliers.

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