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Forrest For the Trees wrote: ↑Thu Nov 16, 2023 9:36 pm Yes, my understanding is that the ribbon is exactly the same.

Do you or anyone know if this TW Bracher ribbon is what Herbert Johnson for sure uses?

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:-k Hmmm, sounds like we might need another US run of the UK supply... :[ Hi. For your needs, I'd go with Forrest's suggestion unless you want to buy a 50 metre roll from the original maker, TW Bracher, that is located in the UK. Their ribbon is the real deal but the 50m amount is the minimum order...

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Hi. For your needs, I'd go with Forrest's suggestion unless you want to buy a 50 metre roll from the original maker, TW Bracher, that is located in the UK. Their ribbon is the real deal but the 50m amount is the minimum order they will entertain, and is therefore quite expensive (£96 for the roll)....

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Forrest For the Trees wrote: ↑Tue Nov 14, 2023 10:19 pm https://www.hatblocks.co.uk/product/galloon-ribbon/

Dark Brown
38mm

Thanks for the link! Have you personally used this ribbon? Do you have any example photos of it on a fedora?

Yours is my first and only reply, so I really appreciate the help.

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I’m working on my own fedora, and I can’t find the right color ribbon (dark brown, almost black but not black. At least, that’s what I’ve come to understand). Is there a common brand or color people might recommend? I found another potential option, getting one custom made. If so, is there a Pantone...

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Firstly, hello! I used to be somewhat active here over a decade ago around CS. Recently, I got back into Indy, but now I live in China...and both of my Federations are in the states. I've been searching high and low for something budget-friendly, and I found a company here in China who would custom ...

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Yeah, I think I'm just going to save it for now. When I first had it signed, I didn't have much time to think about where he should sign it. Plus, I didn't know much about hats at the time. I would've had him sign the sweat band, but I didn't really think of that till after. I agree that for a weara...

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Hmm, bummer. Not sure why you'd be ok with his signature actually on the hat.... now if it was HF's, that would be different.... I doubt it's worth even what a used Fed IV would be since it's not really wearable in that condition. Not trying to be rude or mean, and I feel bad saying it. Maybe someo...

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SeriouslyI don't know if I'd want to wear a hat with writing on it. I think it's time to retire that one and get a new hat. It's just what I'd do. :TOH: Gailen That's the problem. I've retired it for the past 3 years since getting it signed, and I don't have it in my budget to buy a new one yet :-k

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Sammy wrote:I'll trade you one autographed picture of Arnold as Mr. Freeze I got while he was campaigning for governor.

Since I paid $150 for the fedora, and you got the autograph for free, I'm guessing that wouldn't be a fair trade

haha

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Hey guys! I'm sure no one remembers me, but I used to be on more back around when CS came out. Recently I haven't had time to work on my outfit, so I haven't gone on here much. However, I've been missing wearing my Federation around. But this is where my problem is: I met Shia LaBeouf and he signed ...

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My outfit: Akubra Federation: $130 (w/shipping) Boots $10 (From thrift shop. They are shoes, but when you are wearing pants anyways, they look similar Aldens.) Pants: $4 (thrift shop) Shirt: $3 (thrift shop) Web belt: $2 (thrift shop) Todds Budget Gun Belt: $15 (I don't think he has these anymore) T...

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Cool signature. But I think you should've had him sign the inside of the brim. Unless you don't plan on wearing it. Hopefully it doesn't wash out if you wear the hat in the rain since it's a nice sig. I plan on putting it on display in my house and saving up to buy a camptown that i'll wear around.

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Well, my guess was wrong. Congrats on the autograph though. He was about to shoot and as he was walking I asked if he could sign my fedora very quickly. He turn it upside down and he was gonna sign the sweat band, but then I asked him to sign the brim. I had him do that so when its sitting on my sh...

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Cool! Where'd he sign it? Right here: http://lh6.ggpht.com/swcrazyfan/SEq2VctKGUI/AAAAAAAAAF4/zg7IdbvxuUs/s400/P1000136.Jpg http://lh4.ggpht.com/swcrazyfan/SEq2PGY9OYI/AAAAAAAAAFw/CSa5VuiGdqA/s400/P1000133.JPG http://lh6.ggpht.com/swcrazyfan/SEq3NkqBCxI/AAAAAAAAAGE/J0lA2zSFMYk/s400/n854475620_31884...

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I am on vacation in Virginia, and I went to the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum and it ended up that they were filming Tranformers 2 that day there! I was able to watch for a couple of hours and Shia Leboeuf came out to the crowd and signed a bunch of peoples stuff. I just so happened to be wearing...

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I used normal shipping, and I got it in 6 days. So I think its a safe bet to order now. Or if your sacred, you could have it shipped to your parents or friends house.

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I think that would work perfectly. It would bring some clarity to the situation which I don't think your wife has right now, not being an Indy lover. But again like Lee said if you put in terms a woman can understand you'll get your AB. And this is coming from a woman... :) Are you saying Lee is a ...

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myamoebafriend wrote:Looks good. Todd's bag straps never seem consistent though, which kind of annoys me. They always look different. I got mine and it's very dark, and yours looks much more Raiderish.

I actualy agree. The front half is a redish brown, but the back part is dark brown. its kinda odd, but i still like it.

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schmidty612 wrote:LOVE the pants!! What kind of dye? I've some khakis that I'd like that color, as I don't want to wreck my $100 wool pants!

Schmidty

I just used the taupe rit color dye with the washing machine method. I might use some brown to make them a little darker.

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Don’t need a jacket for a great looking Indy outfit! But... your footwear, dude! Are those some Sneakers or something?!?!? :lol: :wink: Ya, I know the shoes kinda destroy the look. :oops::roll::lol: I have some leather shoes that look kinda like Alden's that I will be wearing. I have misplaced them...

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littledragon88 wrote:Nice gear! Preparing to go to see the movie in full gear?

That it exactly correct.

I will be at the Emagine in Canton, MI for the midnight premiere.

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I am have been working of my outfit since winter, and I have finally completed it for the 22nd! :D The shirt and pants are only close enoughs, and the shoes I am wearing in the photos are not the ones I am wearing for the outfit. I didn't have enough money to buy the Jacket, but I will hopefully be ...

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One of the other reasons I had to go with him was I only got the money last week, and I didn't have enough time to wait to get a nicer whip for the premiere.

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I guess the jrzjoe whips are good if you want a cheap 4-plait, but what rubs me the wrong way is the way he includes pics of the Indy costume, Indy whip, and even titles the auctions "INDIANA JONES tan bullwhip". Very misleading. He should just say it like it is, and not try to convince p...

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I can't wait till I have the money to buy one of these. It looks awesome.

I might want to play around with the color though. However, I won't know until I get one to really see.

Todd, that looks Awesome!

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I was fiddling with the raiders turn today, and it seems to be creating an odd reverse taper with my fedora. Its also really doing a number on my brim.

I can't seem to tell what my problem is?

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The only thing about the explorer block is that it is tapered. A member here a while back had Hat Shapers design a open crown straight sided block. Here is the link to it: http://www.hatshapers.com/Product%20Pages/Straight_Sided_Dome.htm It is about $5 more, but I think that extra $ is worth it for ...

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I got my whip on Monday, and I have been waiting to post anything about it. As others had stated, the whip does feel very light, and it is very lightly braided. It will work perfect for my costume though. But now I seriously want a nicer whip. I am going to probably save up for either a 8 plait or 1...

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IndyFalco wrote:I got my shipping notice and guess what !!!

It comes in TODAY !!! the 14th of May !!!

Wooot Wooot Wooot

Did you get yours yet?
Please post pics!

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bigrex wrote:I wonder what a raiders bash would look like on the new CS block. Probably pretty amazing.

I remember Steve saying that the hats he has made since getting the new block (CS one) he has used it on all his fedoras-raiders or crystal skull.

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Montana Plains wrote:Maybe we should have an HF look alike contest.)

I think that Aeris would win hands down.

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I have a jrzoe's 12 footer... They are OK at best... not a real whip. You CAN crack it though and it's loud... It just doesn't give you that manacing 'whoosh' sound when it goes by. The weight in handle is non existence. I think he just put in a pvc pipe or something... It's a hollow plastic. The b...

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I ordered one of his 8 foot 4 plait whips yesterday, and I should be getting it next week. I am trying to put together a decent costume for the movie premiere. Here is his photo from the auction: http://i6.ebayimg.com/03/i/000/e0/02/bab6_1.JPG I will posts pics when I receive my whip. I think I read...

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all due respect but...you just realized this now two weeks before the movie? Actualy no. I had a shirt already that didn't look that great, and i did not have money to get a better one. But my brother said he'd buy me a shirt. My birthday was on the third and that is when he told me he'd get me eit...

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I am trying to complete my Indy outfit for the midnight showing, and I thought I was gonna have to go with a close enough Cabela's shirt, but my brother said he'd help buy a SA shirt as my birthday present. I am in a dilmema because: Todd's won't be in in time (at lease in my size), WPG doesn't have...

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I am really liking the color of the kepplers. I wish I had money to buy one.

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Heyjude7 wrote:

Where could I get me one of those Tropicana Fedora stands! (someone shoot me)

Methinks that it could give some unwanted character if it tipped over!

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I heard some where that a fedora is supposed to sit right above and not touch the ear. I was wondering if Indy followed those guidelines.

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gabrielle wrote:Hey Boiler, you did a mighty fine job with that bash. It looks so nice.

1 question, is everyone softening their hat like in Keppler's video, or no???

I did.

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Falco09 wrote:Wow, I'd say that looks better than some akubras I've seen on here.

Do you mean the Akubra adventurer or Federation (new or old)? Because those are two totally different animals.

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IndianaSolo wrote:That bash looks VERY LC If you look at my LC Reference thread you can see how.

Thats really funny how that turned out. I tried to get a CS bash. I guess the CS bash and the LC are similar. I am really liking my fedora!

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I have been holding off posting pics of my regular federation until I got the bash just right. I think I have finally gotten it to where I like it. One of my favorite parts of the fedora are the humps, and as you can see in the pics below, I started out with none, and got it down petty well (I think...

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you could get a block from hatshapers.com and do a re block.

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Snakewhip_Sable wrote:
swcrazyfan wrote: But don't you wear your whip on the left side? then you'd have one whip on the left, and one in the middle correct?
Not if you're back to back.

true.

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binkmeisterRick wrote:I'll be going with Luke Warmwater and we both plan on attending in gear. Besides, we got each other's backs at that point. Whips from two sides!

But don't you wear your whip on the left side? then you'd have one whip on the left, and one in the middle correct?

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So theres no way to get a small before may 22? I'll probably be ordering one this summer than.

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bruce wayne wrote:nah, that is more of a sky blue...

I think its just the lighting thats making it look blue. Its really brown...oh sorry, wrong debate...lol

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swcrazyfan, Know what you mean, I am reminded of what my mother says "A watched pot never boils" Hope you get it soon. I hate that saying because its so darn true! :D I hope I'm not making anybody think I'm an angry guy, I'm not. I'm just excited. (I think I get the record for saying &quo...

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