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by Gunk
Sun Nov 30, 2008 12:32 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Looking for a different hat UPDATED WITH PICS
Replies: 11
Views: 905

Looking for a different hat UPDATED WITH PICS

I'm looking for a fedora that's indy style/color but smaller brim...I want something I can wear just messing around Just like this: http://www.availableimages.com/images/pictures/1989/backtothefuture2/aph_20.jpg I'm looking for something JUST like Michael J Fox's hat in Back to the Future 2. It's a ...
by Gunk
Sun Nov 23, 2008 3:52 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Updated USWings Goat
Replies: 8
Views: 648

I take a regular 40...perhaps a 38 depending on the maker
by Gunk
Thu Nov 20, 2008 10:00 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: I need help! Goat Skin or Cowhide?
Replies: 45
Views: 2346

how does goat age...does a 1 year well worn goat jacket look nice and beat up?
by Gunk
Wed Nov 19, 2008 5:41 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Updated USWings Goat
Replies: 8
Views: 648

Updated USWings Goat

It's a size Small...the length of the jacket is fine....tiny bit baggy but nothing major at all...the sleeves bugged me though. I wish I had a before pic, but anyhow the sleeves were VERY baggy I'm talking about 3-4 inches almost hanging underneath my arms when they were stretched out. So I brought ...
by Gunk
Thu Nov 06, 2008 6:50 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: HAT LOOKS WEIRD UPDATED WITH PICS
Replies: 20
Views: 1649

Here is with the bash....I dunno how good the bash is, it's the same one I've had in the hat for a while now..any tips? http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b104/GunkFudge/Picture030.jpg http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b104/GunkFudge/Picture031.jpg http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b104/GunkFudge/Pic...
by Gunk
Wed Nov 05, 2008 9:43 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: HAT LOOKS WEIRD UPDATED WITH PICS
Replies: 20
Views: 1649

HAT LOOKS WEIRD UPDATED WITH PICS

I have a Fed 4 regular size 59 and the crown seems high If I move down a size to 58, will the entire hat be smaller - i.e., shorter crown? thanks Here are pics of me in the hat, I took the bash out....is it just be or does it seem big on me? Or maybe my face is tiny....I also think it looks taller w...
by Gunk
Wed Oct 29, 2008 7:37 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Going to order my Indy jacket, any last minute comments?
Replies: 51
Views: 3019

I have the goatskin Indy US Wings jacket.....I got it for 2 reasons 1) Halloween, but since there was a mix up with payment, my whip didn't come so I'm not going as Indy this year...anyways...2nd reason I got my Indy USWings goatskin jacket is because I wanted a REAL jacket that looked like Indy's. ...
by Gunk
Mon Oct 27, 2008 5:05 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Todd's costumes boots?!
Replies: 414
Views: 41290

what work boots are those in the pic todd?
by Gunk
Sat Oct 18, 2008 12:43 am
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Todd's costumes boots?!
Replies: 414
Views: 41290

yay! got my UPS shipment email thanks todd! also these boots are adventure quality? :whip:
by Gunk
Fri Oct 17, 2008 4:28 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Todd's costumes boots?!
Replies: 414
Views: 41290

I called up about 2 hours ago and placed an order for size 10. Todd if you're reading this I'm the dude from Brooklyn, NY who ordered a pair :) still waiting on my status e-mail

omgelek@aol.com
by Gunk
Fri Oct 17, 2008 1:28 pm
Forum: The Bullwhip (Sergei's Place)
Topic: Tips for whip maintence?
Replies: 4
Views: 326

Tips for whip maintence?

I'm getting a used Pagey Whip from a member here and I was curious...is there a way to clean a whip? or is it even necessary? Also pecard's regular leather conditioner is good for a roo hide whip?
by Gunk
Mon Sep 15, 2008 9:10 am
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Todd's costumes boots?!
Replies: 414
Views: 41290

Been checking this thread and Todd's site everyday...really want these boots!
by Gunk
Tue Sep 09, 2008 2:58 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Todd's costumes boots?!
Replies: 414
Views: 41290

I hope these boots are

A) decent quality
B) cheap alternative
by Gunk
Fri Jul 25, 2008 1:31 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: New Alden/Orvis Charles Lindbergh Aviator Boot
Replies: 37
Views: 2701

that is a classic looking boot, too bad im already set on a pair of indys
by Gunk
Sat Jul 19, 2008 9:26 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: US Wings Goat color
Replies: 17
Views: 1062

US Wings Goat color

I received my US Wings in Goat couple days ago and saw that it is REALLY dark...almost black...is this normal or did I get some type of "irregular" coat? The tag says brown
by Gunk
Thu Jul 17, 2008 12:41 am
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Todd's Bag
Replies: 43
Views: 3306

I'm 6' and thats a 65" strap
by Gunk
Tue Jul 15, 2008 4:29 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Traveling with a Fedora
Replies: 21
Views: 1250

im all for the "indy way" but I don't think he had a Fed IV that cost over $100...***** nowadays things are so expensive but for the time frame indy lived in hats were common and didn't cost nearly as much
by Gunk
Tue Jul 15, 2008 4:07 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Traveling with a Fedora
Replies: 21
Views: 1250

Traveling with a Fedora

I'm thinking of getting the grey traveling fedora and I would like to bring my Fed IV as well on plane trips, are there any type of hat boxes that I can use? I've seen some vintage ones on ebay, but does anyone know of new alternatives that aren't costly?
by Gunk
Tue Jul 15, 2008 2:52 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Todd's Bag
Replies: 43
Views: 3306

I think they are off center because of the way the beg is worn....makes sense I think
by Gunk
Tue Jul 15, 2008 10:29 am
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Todd's Bag
Replies: 43
Views: 3306

Don't mind my freakishly skinny and long self.

Note: The bag is empty, at first I thought it was too small but it starts to look decent and with stuff packed in it it looks better I think

Image
by Gunk
Thu Jul 10, 2008 8:47 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: For those that ordered a Fed IV and live in the US
Replies: 11
Views: 826

For those that ordered a Fed IV and live in the US

I used the regular Air Mail option, didn't go for the more expensive shipping option. My question is how does the hat arrive at your house in the US? Is it from the post office? FedEX? UPS? DHL?
by Gunk
Thu Jul 10, 2008 8:35 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Trip to the US Wings store!
Replies: 7
Views: 703

O just emailed them asking haha...I get too worried. I heard they run a bit big, I'm a SKINNY guy (I'm 6' tho), I got a small hopefully it'll be good.
by Gunk
Thu Jul 10, 2008 8:26 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Trip to the US Wings store!
Replies: 7
Views: 703

I just ordered a goat today, it didn't say anything about being out of stock
by Gunk
Sun Jul 06, 2008 10:14 am
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Ordering a Fed IV
Replies: 2
Views: 262

Ordering a Fed IV

I ordered a Fed IV, I put all correct info...however I didn't receive a confirmation e-mail. Should I worry? I e-mailed them telling them my name, and told them what I ordered...no reply
by Gunk
Thu Jul 03, 2008 12:00 am
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Looking for boots
Replies: 20
Views: 1559

the redwings look PERFECT but there a bit dark, id rather have something like those just a bit lighter so they darken with time....im thinking of purchasing a pair of WW2 american reproduction boots, they're made "rough out" so the smooth side of the leather is on the inside.
by Gunk
Wed Jul 02, 2008 8:36 am
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Looking for boots
Replies: 20
Views: 1559

the work america boots have a logo on the side...i have a pair lol
by Gunk
Tue Jul 01, 2008 5:35 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Looking for boots
Replies: 20
Views: 1559

Looking for boots

I don't want anything that's exact SA or Alden look a likes, I'm looking for brown boots that have that "classic" look to them and they MUST NOT have any logos on the leather, it seems anytime I find a pair of boots I like they have some type of lettering or logo on the side. Does anyone k...
by Gunk
Fri Jun 27, 2008 3:54 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Jacket question
Replies: 18
Views: 929

how's a US wings for abuse?
by Gunk
Tue Jun 24, 2008 11:01 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: gloves
Replies: 4
Views: 386

by Gunk
Mon Jun 23, 2008 2:19 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Does anyone have Todds "smaller" bags?
Replies: 4
Views: 336

Does anyone have Todds "smaller" bags?

I would like to see comparison shots to know how much smaller it is
by Gunk
Sun Jun 22, 2008 1:19 pm
Forum: The Bullwhip (Sergei's Place)
Topic: My Latest Bullwhip...
Replies: 27
Views: 1982

what's the price on a 10' roo hide natural tan indy bullwhip?
by Gunk
Sat Jun 21, 2008 9:28 am
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Wich fedora for my use?
Replies: 6
Views: 441

Ti saluto! Io sono italiano, ma non abito in Italia, io abito a New York.
by Gunk
Sat Jun 21, 2008 1:43 am
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Why hasn't Red Wing released these in the US?
Replies: 4
Views: 588

Why hasn't Red Wing released these in the US?

http://www.cultizm.com/product_info.php ... BROWN.html

They are a PERFECT Alden lookalike and they're Red Wings so you know the quality ain't bad. Too bad Euro release only.
by Gunk
Fri Jun 20, 2008 9:58 am
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Rockport Farnum report...
Replies: 39
Views: 3229

Are Rockport Farnum soles repairable?
by Gunk
Wed Jun 18, 2008 12:44 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: US Wings sizing help
Replies: 62
Views: 3500

Just to see what people think here, I'm looking to order a goatskin Wings jacket and I'm 135lbs, 6', SLIM build, 30" waist, should I head for a small, though, I'm scared with time it'll shrink and be too short on me. I'm gonna be 21 in a few months, I think I'm done growing lol You may not get...
by Gunk
Wed Jun 18, 2008 12:14 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: I'm TORN between Wested US Wings
Replies: 11
Views: 825

Well...durability is more important... my fear is that US Wings jackets are a poor attempt for Indy outfits...I still want to look the part, but not a feeble attempt.
by Gunk
Tue Jun 17, 2008 10:20 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: I'm TORN between Wested US Wings
Replies: 11
Views: 825

I'm TORN between Wested US Wings

I've been doing some homework, read through ANY post Wings was mentioned in, as well as the numerous Wested posts. I just don't know which one to get! Here's the deal... I want a GOAT jacket I want a jacket that looks as SA as it can be but be durable enough to have some adventures in Wested looks l...
by Gunk
Tue Jun 17, 2008 8:55 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: US Wings sizing help
Replies: 62
Views: 3500

I'm still confused....USWings emailed me saying a small would be fine. I just hope it lasts, I'm gonna be 21 in a few months, I think I'm done growing lol
by Gunk
Tue Jun 17, 2008 3:44 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Todds bag
Replies: 19
Views: 1520

I ordered a bag and strap during first week of June, I e-mailed Todd asking why I hadn't received any shipping confirmation emails he said the straps are back logged and should ship out by end of June, so when straps are ready to go, I'll have the bag as well.
by Gunk
Tue Jun 17, 2008 9:52 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: US Wings sizing help
Replies: 62
Views: 3500

Just to see what people think here, I'm looking to order a goatskin Wings jacket and I'm 135lbs, 6', SLIM build, 30" waist, should I head for a small, though, I'm scared with time it'll shrink and be too short on me.
by Gunk
Mon Jun 16, 2008 8:39 am
Forum: Guns & Holsters
Topic: To COW Members in the NYC area (including the 5 boroughs)
Replies: 0
Views: 258

To COW Members in the NYC area (including the 5 boroughs)

What's the deal with you and prop guns? I'm looking to order a close enough airsoft, but I don't even know if sites will ship to me, I'm located in Brooklyn. Does anyone from the NYC area have tips for me? Or perhaps informing me on some permits/legal issues that I'm not aware of regarding airsoft.
by Gunk
Sun Jun 15, 2008 9:07 pm
Forum: The Bullwhip (Sergei's Place)
Topic: One of those pricey 'roo whips
Replies: 14
Views: 1165

i'm DYING for a 10 foot natural tan indy whip from joe strain....but it's wayyy to much $$ for me for a whip, i'm a college student =/
by Gunk
Wed Jun 11, 2008 9:29 pm
Forum: The Bullwhip (Sergei's Place)
Topic: Caicedo's whips?
Replies: 2
Views: 336

Caicedo's whips?

How are these whips in terms of cracking/quality...do they outperform Winrich's IOAB?
by Gunk
Sat Jun 07, 2008 7:23 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: For those that go to school with a fedora
Replies: 19
Views: 1198

For those that go to school with a fedora

What do you do when you're in class? I went to Catholic school all the way through high school and we were taught to always take our hats off inside of a building. Now that I'm in college I don't know where to put my hat during a class, I try not to place it on the desk because desks are dirty and I...
by Gunk
Fri Jun 06, 2008 10:43 am
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Todd's website
Replies: 6
Views: 707

Todd's website

I ordered one of the new discounted MKVII bags, I received my email order receipt but I didn't get any shipment notification or anything. I e-mailed Todd and no reply, does anyone know what's going on or this is normal? (My first time ordering from him)
by Gunk
Thu Jun 05, 2008 1:26 pm
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: A bit of a problem
Replies: 4
Views: 510

A bit of a problem

I'm looking to order a Fed IV hat, I had my head measured and I fall at about 23 1/4, I'm in between a 59 and a 60, I emailed hatsdirect and they said a 59 would be fine, but don't hats shrink so wouldn't a 60 be better for the long run?
by Gunk
Thu Jun 05, 2008 9:51 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Wested hasn't answered me so I'll ask here
Replies: 8
Views: 696

I didn't take the measurements, a local tailor did...but I think I'm going to go with a 40R off the rack Raiders. I could use the back and sleeve length. Also I read on the forum that with leather it's OK to go a little bigger because it will tighten up a bit, plus I heard that Wested jackets are a ...
by Gunk
Wed Jun 04, 2008 11:44 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Wested hasn't answered me so I'll ask here
Replies: 8
Views: 696

Wested hasn't answered me so I'll ask here

I'm about 6'. I'm a SLIM build, about 135lbs. My Shoulders are 36, chest is about 34-36. Sleeves are 24. I'm thinking of getting the off the rack size 38 Wested Raiders jacket since I can't really afford a custom one. My question is if anyone knows if this is a good size for me? My worry is having a...