Club Obi Wan

rrhanselka

Thanks to Michaelson and all, especially Joe, Sr. at Peters Brothers. Let me reiterate. I love this hat. It is the Stiff Beaver Blend, fits perfectly, hard as a helmet, great brim, and tall crown. I would, however, prefer a little more of a stovepipe profile from the front view. I also love the side...

rrhanselka

I have a PB Stiff Beaver Blend in a generic Indy bash. It is a GREAT hat, except for the severe taper. Does anyone know if a reblock can solve this problem?

Randall

rrhanselka

A very nice jacket, indeed. I, too, am an A-2 afficionado and have just received a new U.S. Wings WWII A-2 jacket. I am very pleased except for the fact that the knit cuffs and waistband are nylon. I was under the impression that they were made of wool. Other thabn that, so far, I am very pleased. I...

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To Danieljones....
Which of your Camptown hats do you have in for a reblock? My 1957 Legend could sure use one.

Randall

rrhanselka

For my taste, the hat with the 5 3/4 body is the best looking hat I've seen in quite a while. I wished I would have known about the taller crown when I bought my Sahara Penman. Good job.

Randall

rrhanselka

$500 bucks? Not bad? WOW!!! You guys play in a different ballpark than I do. Beautiful boots, but WAAAAAAAAY overpriced. Just my humble, but experienced opinion.

Randall

rrhanselka

I'm looking for advice. I'm interested in replacing my old A-2 with a new one. I want either a G&B in medium seal goat or the new USW Signature Limited Edition in Goat. Does anyone have a USW A-2? Is it historically accurate? I know the quality has to be great. Your thoughts please. Many Thanks ...

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I want to clarify my position and opinion. I own 2 pair of Rockport Farnums that I wear every day. I also own a pair of Alden 405's, thanks to Schmidty, and I love them. I have worn Alden's since the 60's and own several brand new pair of dress shoes from Alden from the 70's that I've never worn. I ...

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Thank You Raider S. WELL SAID

Randall

rrhanselka

I received a pair of the new Indy Boots from Todd today, and I have several observations. My first impression is very positive. For the price, you simply can't go wrong. I now have an option of paying $85.00, with shipping, or I can pay whatever the going rate is for AB Indy Boots, say $500.00. Now ...

rrhanselka

Will lighter fluid also work on a lighter hat that has darker smudges?

Randall

rrhanselka

Sorry DJ and others, but things have been a little hectic. We had to prepare for a visit from Ike last week. He was originally scheduled to make landfall about 30 miles from us, so we were a bit frantic trying to get ready. As Jimmy Buffet's song title goes, "Trying To Reason With Hurricane Sea...

rrhanselka

Very nice, indeed.

Unless I'm mistaken, this jacket has leather facings. Am I right?

How do I get one? Every time I talk to Travis, all he says that are available are the standard hides and colors.

Many Thanks
Randall

rrhanselka

WOW!!!! I really like that color.

Is this a lambskin or goatskin VIP. Excuse me if I missed it, but I don't remember where you said which it is.

Many Thanks
Randall

rrhanselka

I have a Peters Brothers fedora in the stiff blend, and when they say stiff, they mean it. It is like a helmet. It has a taller crown than most Indy hats and a slight taper. Having said all that, I will have to add that I really love it. It ranks up there with my favorites, if it were only a little ...

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Lee..... I never had a chance to tell you how much I admire your Train Traveler fedora. Will this ever be available in a light sand color? Yep, that's right, I've got a couple of Lee's hats also, and, in my opinion, Lee doesn't get enough play or recognition for his efforts. His hats are top-notch. ...

rrhanselka

That didn't work so I'll try again.
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Randall

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Daniel.... I want to thank you. Because of you and the photos you posted of your Fieldmaster, I decided to buy my Camptown Fieldmaster. I became a Camptown "Groupie". In my opinion, the felt is of the same "feel" as the Fieldmaster. The main differences, as I noted, is the taller...

rrhanselka

Actually, I don't suppose I sent any photos at all.

I'll try again.

If this doesn't go through, I need a lesson on Photobucket For dummies.

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rrhanselka

Sorry all!!
I sent the same picture, twice, in much too large a format.

Will do better.

Randall

rrhanselka

It's here!!!!! If you haven't noticed, I've felt it necessary to try and buy, at least, one hat from the several terrific hat-builders that are active on this site. Today I received my second hat from Ken at Camptown Hats. It's a 1957 Legend, #007, and it is a beauty. It has a taller crown, which I ...

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Lee.....
Is the 7 1/4 arill available? Is a a standard or long oval? If a standard, I'll take it.

BTW, I spoke with you yesterday, but couldn't get back last night.

PLMK ASAP.

Many Thanks
Randall Hanselka
Victoria, TX

rrhanselka

Looks Great.

Did it shrink any at all?

Randall

rrhanselka

Marc..... Great looking hat!!! I hope you didn't have them put too much curl in the brim. I've always felt that the original ROTLA hat had very little curl to the back of the brim, but that's just me. But, let me get this straight. Is this the same bash, and basically hat, as the AB hat I received r...

rrhanselka

What is a NAPPA G&B? All they offer is a Lamb and a Goat? Please LMK.

Many hanks
Randall

rrhanselka

I GIVE UP!

How do you order a Tony Nowak jacket? Certainly not off of his website. Neither his e-mail or order form come up off the website, so someone please tell me how to order.

Many Thanks
Randall

rrhanselka

Worse than that, The new "official" magazine doesn't mention his name at all. It only says that they found a guy whose hobby was making hats. Talk about"dissed". WOW!!!!

Many Regrets
Randall

rrhanselka

I received my PB Straw on Tuesday. The crown does seem taller than most, but the 50/50 hat I have from PB is the same. I really like both my PB fedoras a lot.

Many Thanks
Randall

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There's an old adage that goes something like this: "It is always easier to get forgiveness than persmission." But then, don't listen to me, my wife left me after, 37 years, for a younger man. We would have been married 40 years, this next week. I would offer a couple of thoughts. The firs...

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I e-mailed Joe about the status of my Indy Straw. I received an e-mail saying mine had been shipped USPS on Friday, so mine must have been one of the three. Yay for me!!!

Will post photos.

Many Thanks
Randall

rrhanselka

Great job, Marc.

I like it just the way it is. The crown isn't too tall for me. I especially like the way the back brim isflattened out and not curled up. Just my preference.

I said it before I sawit, and I'll say it again,"I WANT ONE."

Thanks Again
Randall

rrhanselka

I'm sure glad some of you guys aren't on Adventurebilt's Board of Directors. You all act like this is your company. I'm just proud that Steve and Marc share their ideas with us. They seem to have done just fine without our input. I would like to thank them for a fine fedora and the patience to liste...

rrhanselka

The G&B is absolutely TERRIFIC. It is a bit darker in color than the others, but it is made to Military Specs, meaning it is tough as a tank.

Randoman

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Although it all seems impractical today, consider the times. A lot of our GI gear was made of wool, even for action in the Pacific. Even when I was in the service during the Vietnam days, a lot of clothing was made of wool. So, considering the time, I can't argue a whole lot. Except for the fact tha...

rrhanselka

Jacket looks GREAT!!!!!!
I would not have expected otherwise from a G&B. I just love their work, except for that situation with the straps. Again, congrats on a fine purchase and welcome to the G&B Fan Club.

Randoman

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binkmeisterRick....
I love it!!!!. I am interested in the G-2. Very nice. What size did you get, and what size are you?

Many Thanks
Randoman

rrhanselka

Got rid of your bomber jackets? WOW!!!! I could never do that. I love them all, but give me an A-2 or a G-1 , anyday.

Rando

rrhanselka

I now own a second jacket, in a medium. I've already notified you of the first, a large.

Randoman

rrhanselka

It makes me wonder why USW doesn't get more air time. It sure seems like a great jacket to me. Just like the G&B, it's built to military specs and tough as a tank. Definitely, not a costume jacket, like the Wested.

Many Thanks
Randoman

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I'm so pleased with the Limited Edition Indy jacket from Sgt. Hack, I thought I might try one or two of his other offerings. Since I an a huge fan of the military jackets, I'd like to hear from any and all who have tried the A-2 and G-1 jackets from U.S. Wings. Let me know what you think. Many thank...

rrhanselka

Thanks Guys......
I have to agree. The Medium fits much better. After buying way too many jackets, This one fits like I think it should. All the others were too big, or too tight in the armholes, or something. I'm very pleased.

Yes Holt, I got your PM and have responded.

Many Thanks
Randoman

rrhanselka

My U.S. Wings Limited Edition Indy jacket , size medium, came today. It seems to be a much better fit than the large. What do you guys think? If I sell the large, Indiana Holt and Canada Jones have both expressed an interest, but I haven't even considered it, as of yet. Here are some pics. Feedback ...

rrhanselka

I currently have six Indy jackets, as follows: 1. Wested Standard, size 42R; 2. Wested 80's Cut, size 42R; 3. Wested Denim, size 42R; 3. Gibson & Barnes Expedition, size 42R; 4. Todd's Standard, size Large; 6. USW Special Edition, size Large. I'm also waiting on a USW Special Editon, size Medium...

rrhanselka

Mr. Z, your PB looks GREAT!!!! Very similar to my PB that I received a couple of weeks ago. I got the 50/50 hat, and it, too, is a lot firmer than I expected. BUT, I really like it that way. Also the taller crown, but a bit tapered. I've set out on a mission to own, at least, one example of the most...

rrhanselka

I would encourage all of you young guys to start NOW. wear your hat all of the time. It becomes part of your identity, part of who you are. People will respect and remember you, because of your classy hat. Let me repeat myself----START NOW. I didn't start when I was younger. Where I'm from and am, i...

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Venkman....
Based on your measurements, I think I'm going to like the Medium a lot more than the Large. We'll see.

Many Thanks
Randoman

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Here is my new jacket in a Large. Whaddayathink?
http://s287.photobucket.com/albums/ll12 ... =USW_1.jpg
http://s287.photobucket.com/albums/ll12 ... =USW_2.jpg

Many Thanks
Randaoman

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Venk.....
What are your measurements, chest size, etc.?

Randoman

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Venk...... Your jacket looks Great. Be glad they sent you the wrong size. As luck would have it, my USW KOTSC Jacket came today, also. After much fretting about receiving a large, I think it looks pretty good. However, I've ordered a Medium to compare. One will be for sale, for sure. I will let all ...

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Hey Gang.... Let me start off by saying that Jimmie is a class act and has offered to fix my problem. Anyone interested in a Great hat at a Great price needs to call Jimmie. My head measures 22 3/4" and I normally wear a size 7 1/4. This hat is like a long oval and slides, at least a 1/4",...

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