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by skywlkr
Sat Oct 28, 2017 11:23 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: R.I.P Peter Botwright
Replies: 104
Views: 18568

Re: R.I.P Peter Botwright

I haven't been around COW since last year when I read that Lee Keppler passed away. After wearing full gear last night at my wife's school's harvest festival I thought I'd come and check out info on replica Webley offerings. I'm saddened to hear of Peter's passing. He was the voice who took my order...
by skywlkr
Sun Sep 12, 2010 2:52 am
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Hat luggage containers
Replies: 15
Views: 324

Re: Hat luggage containers

I have a hat box like the one Bink provided the link to.
by skywlkr
Wed Jun 18, 2008 12:32 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Okay, 'fess up
Replies: 28
Views: 1807

I got mine in the late fall, so I was comfortable when I was wearing mine everyday
by skywlkr
Fri May 23, 2008 1:07 am
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: $9 walmart Indy shirt.
Replies: 37
Views: 3573

I got one of those a couple years ago. Well, two actually. A large which is my size and a small that was used for the fabric and extra buttons in order to add the pleats and epaulets. Turned out great.
by skywlkr
Mon Nov 14, 2005 7:52 pm
Forum: Gear Care & Distressing
Topic: Removing Stickers from Leather
Replies: 11
Views: 736

skywlkrinc, I already ordered a bottle of At-Tack for myself, however, could you find out the brand name of the product you described? It might be helpful to other members (especially, since Veriad charges an extra $5 for orders under $25 :twisted: :evil: :roll:). Best Regards, Next time I'm at my ...
by skywlkr
Mon Nov 07, 2005 1:14 pm
Forum: Gear Care & Distressing
Topic: Removing Stickers from Leather
Replies: 11
Views: 736

My mom is really into scrapbooking. She showed me a product that is non-staining and acid free that is used to remove any type of adhesive. I'm not sure what it is called but it comes in a bottle and has a spoon-shaped thing attached to it. This stuff totally works. I've used it several times. When ...
by skywlkr
Fri Oct 28, 2005 4:07 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: House coat
Replies: 39
Views: 2351

That LL Bean housecoat looks more like the one Indy wore in Last Crusade in Venice.

Luke
by skywlkr
Mon Jul 11, 2005 11:48 am
Forum: Guns & Holsters
Topic: Firearm Simulators
Replies: 25
Views: 1672

Yes we have the big cats. They were added to the protected list a decade or so ago and have gone rampant since then. They can kill and eat one deer a week, and as such the deer population in California is shrinking considerably.

Luke
by skywlkr
Fri Jul 08, 2005 11:32 am
Forum: Guns & Holsters
Topic: Firearm Simulators
Replies: 25
Views: 1672

1. ...Bears, coyotes, and wild dogs to name a few. I feel much more at ease knowing I can defend myself. You forgot cats.....big wild cats. Mountain lions are rampant in the mountains in northern California. 2. Marijuana. A lot of it is grown in the remote mountains of WV. Again, I feel much more a...
by skywlkr
Tue Jul 05, 2005 12:19 pm
Forum: Guns & Holsters
Topic: Firearm Simulators
Replies: 25
Views: 1672

Get an airsoft bb gun that looks identical to the real thing plus orange tipped barrel and you're good to go in California.

Luke
by skywlkr
Mon Jun 27, 2005 11:44 am
Forum: Guns & Holsters
Topic: The Mummy Holster
Replies: 33
Views: 2026

To me the Mummy shoulder holster looks like two modern holsters the have had the elastic straps removed and have been hooked together in the back with leather straps. Possibly Bianchi or Safariland brand holsters.

Luke
by skywlkr
Fri Dec 24, 2004 3:04 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: "Mystery of the Blues" Gear
Replies: 17
Views: 1033

I don't think he had the bag in MOTB

Luke
by skywlkr
Sun Nov 28, 2004 12:11 am
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Got my Bag Strap!
Replies: 12
Views: 548

I have the Texas Action Gear strap and buckle and it's great. The buckle looks really accurate and there's an option to get the strap in either 65" or 72" (which I got 'cause I'm tall)

Luke
by skywlkr
Sun Nov 21, 2004 7:41 pm
Forum: Guns & Holsters
Topic: Is the IMA holster worth it?
Replies: 7
Views: 476

I have one from IMA. Other than being really stiff it okay. The inside leather is a whiteish color much like the back of the WPG bag strap. In fact, it is the same type of leather as the WPG bag strap, so I don't even know if it can be darkened. Hope this helps.

Luke
by skywlkr
Sat Nov 13, 2004 11:38 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: raiders jacket length
Replies: 42
Views: 2631

I'm 6 ft. tall and I got a 42 long and it fits perfect right at the top of my rear pockets. I also have an extra 1 inch in the front.

Luke
by skywlkr
Fri Nov 12, 2004 2:04 am
Forum: Guns & Holsters
Topic: Lee Keppler's S&W
Replies: 21
Views: 1413

The lanyard ring is for the lanyard the soldier would have around his neck to keep the gun teathered to him in the event that he drops it.

Luke
by skywlkr
Tue Nov 09, 2004 12:20 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: The return of the J. Crew "Rugged"
Replies: 9
Views: 968

Those AE boots look pretty nice. I wonder if they have a low top version.

Luke
by skywlkr
Tue Nov 09, 2004 1:02 am
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Vintage Military pants-35-36's STILL AVAILABLE 11/9
Replies: 124
Views: 6141

If you're absolutely stuck with some 34's, AC, we'll talk - 'cause I can't stand to see a guy in a fix. :) But I can't commit at this point . Mostly because $30 US = $130 Canadian. Go to http://www.xe.com For money conversions. Your conversion from US$ to Canadian is a bit off. $30.00US = $35.85Can...
by skywlkr
Tue Nov 09, 2004 12:49 am
Forum: The Fedora
Topic: Let's play musical Indy fedora
Replies: 46
Views: 1859

Wow, that's pretty brave of you Fedora.

Luke
by skywlkr
Mon Nov 08, 2004 1:44 am
Forum: Guns & Holsters
Topic: If You Were Going Off On an Indy Adventure.....
Replies: 133
Views: 6032

I'm with Grendel, my Ruger P89 is my favorite. The problem is, getting these things on an airplane. I have never packed a firearm with checked baggage, what are the rules and laws concerning this? I can see it now: "The man with the hat is back, and this time he's stuck in the stupid airport j...
by skywlkr
Sun Nov 07, 2004 12:17 am
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Strap Buckles-they don't get any closer than this-UPDATED!
Replies: 20
Views: 1424

I just got my Texas Action Gear bag strap today. I must say that it is awesome. Being the somewhat tall guy that I am (6 ft.) I went with the 72" strap with grooves and it is a perfect fit. I finally have a replacement strap for my WPG bag.

Luke
by skywlkr
Thu Nov 04, 2004 5:44 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: WPG Officer Pants
Replies: 8
Views: 498

Serial Hero wrote: Every one knows Han doesn't shoot first anymore.
Oh, don't get me started on that.......it's a very long rant. :twisted:

Luke
by skywlkr
Thu Oct 14, 2004 7:22 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Walmart Indy Shirt
Replies: 145
Views: 7355

I would be very interested. I've been waiting for WPG to release their shirt since it was said to probably be cheaper than Wested's and MBA's, but I'm willing to jump the gun and get this Wal-Mart shirt from you. I wear a large. Let me know how you want the funds to get to you. (I prefer money order...
by skywlkr
Tue Oct 05, 2004 5:23 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: What Wested Indy jacket do you recomend?
Replies: 14
Views: 648

I prefer the LC cut with a Raiders collar.

Luke
by skywlkr
Mon Oct 04, 2004 12:54 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Vintage Military pants-35-36's STILL AVAILABLE 11/9
Replies: 124
Views: 6141

Do these pants come with a pre-hemmed inseam? If so are there different lengths? Or, do the pants all come unhemmed?

Luke
by skywlkr
Tue Sep 28, 2004 2:56 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: The MKVII strap and some quiet... illumination.
Replies: 55
Views: 3303

The U.S. WWI gas mask bag very closely resembles the mkVII. That might be something to look for.

Luke
by skywlkr
Tue Sep 28, 2004 12:18 pm
Forum: The Bullwhip (Sergei's Place)
Topic: Indy 'on a shoe-string' bullwhip (now in brown!)
Replies: 73
Views: 3846

What is the length of the whips?

Luke
by skywlkr
Wed Aug 18, 2004 1:02 pm
Forum: Guns & Holsters
Topic: WWII Canadian Webley Holsters
Replies: 13
Views: 707

Aren't the Webley holsters we are after the WWI variety rather than WWII. I think even the British used canvas holsters in WWII (correct me if I'm wrong).

Luke
by skywlkr
Fri Aug 13, 2004 7:50 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: J Crew Rugged boots!!! Cheap final Sale!!!
Replies: 27
Views: 1109

Let me suggest Dr. Scholl's gel inserts. Once I put those insoles in my Rugged boots the bottom of my heels quit being sore. Then after breaking them in better, the top of my heels quit being sore as well. Now they're my favorite pair of shoes. Too bad they look funny with shorts.

Luke
by skywlkr
Fri Aug 13, 2004 4:15 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: J Crew Rugged boots!!! Cheap final Sale!!!
Replies: 27
Views: 1109

The heel cup on my Ruggeds seem to be too short for my heels. After wearing mine the tops of my heels are a little sore, especially before I got them broken in. Now its just a minor discomfort.

Luke
by skywlkr
Mon Aug 09, 2004 2:55 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: J Crew Rugged boots!!! Cheap final Sale!!!
Replies: 27
Views: 1109

Here's a picture of my JCrew Rugged boots. They are the dark brown color. This picture is pre-shoe oil and Pecards, so they are a darker and better hue of brown now. http://skywlkrinc.warp1.net/boots/P9090001.JPG http://skywlkrinc.warp1.net/boots/P9090002.JPG http://skywlkrinc.warp1.net/boots/P90900...
by skywlkr
Fri Aug 06, 2004 1:44 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: J Crew Rugged boots!!! Cheap final Sale!!!
Replies: 27
Views: 1109

I've had my JCrew Rugged boots for over a year now, and they are great. They do have almost a purple or lavender tint to them (mine did at least) which was easily remedied with Pecards boot oil and Pecards leather dressing. They've broken in nicely and are very comfortable. You can run a search on m...
by skywlkr
Tue Aug 03, 2004 3:43 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Does Wested Sell return Jackets that have been exchanged?
Replies: 5
Views: 620

I think they sell them in the showroom. Gerry said something about that when I returning one which had short sleeves.

Luke
by skywlkr
Mon Aug 02, 2004 12:29 pm
Forum: Guns & Holsters
Topic: Sportsman's Guide has Large Webley Holsters
Replies: 28
Views: 1086

Yes it will fit a 4 inch S&W revolver as it was designed to fit a 6 inch or larger Webley.

Luke

(PS- My IMA holster looks identical that one as was, maybe a lttle less red hue in the leather though)
by skywlkr
Wed Jul 28, 2004 11:39 am
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Bag Strap Buckles Updated!
Replies: 178
Views: 7956

That strap almost appears to have a leather keeper above the buckle.

Luke
by skywlkr
Thu Jul 15, 2004 1:31 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: NEW! - WPG Indy Shirt - w/pics(updated 7-16-04)
Replies: 124
Views: 7473

Hemingway Jones wrote:It is a lot eaier to shorten a sleeve than lengthen one. A tailor can take a sleeve in at the shoulder, but if you need one longer; now that's an issue.
That's my problem. I need longer sleeves.

Luke
by skywlkr
Thu Jul 15, 2004 12:49 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: NEW! - WPG Indy Shirt - w/pics(updated 7-16-04)
Replies: 124
Views: 7473

I think two sleeve lengths is also a great idea. Whenever I find a shirt with sleeves long enough, the neck is too huge. It's not easy to find tall sized shirts in department stores.

Luke
by skywlkr
Thu Jul 15, 2004 12:20 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: NEW! - WPG Indy Shirt - w/pics(updated 7-16-04)
Replies: 124
Views: 7473

I'll definitely be getting one of these once they start rolling off the production line. Finally an affordable Indy shirt. I'd love to get a Wested Indy shirt, but at that price it's just not feasable for me.

Luke
by skywlkr
Wed Jul 07, 2004 1:33 pm
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: cabelas safari shirt owners - need your advice
Replies: 11
Views: 627

Get a Large. I'm about that same size and I have a large.
I don't think even the short sleeve Cabela's shirt will be very cool to wear in hot weather with the material content of the fabric.

Luke
by skywlkr
Wed Jul 07, 2004 12:10 pm
Forum: Guns & Holsters
Topic: 'Buying an Indyesque gun in the UK.' (Updated)
Replies: 20
Views: 1140

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by skywlkr
Mon Jul 05, 2004 12:12 am
Forum: Guns & Holsters
Topic: Hi. New here. While introducing myself, have a look?
Replies: 29
Views: 1451

I'm not too sure about the term "demilled." Does this mean that they no longer have a rifle bore, or are they just plain plugged? Demilled means different things in different countries, but all countries agree that it is a gun which can no longer be made to fire a bullet. The method of de...
by skywlkr
Mon Jul 05, 2004 12:07 am
Forum: General Gear (Lee's Place)
Topic: Musette Bag
Replies: 3
Views: 386

I have a repro mussette bag that I carry my hunting gear in. There's nothing better for outdoor gear than old canvas military gear (even Indy knew that).

Luke
by skywlkr
Tue Jun 08, 2004 4:56 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: My trip to Flight Suits
Replies: 76
Views: 2777

When I bought my Wested the Flightsuits option was almost double the price of the Wested.

Luke
by skywlkr
Wed Jun 02, 2004 2:09 pm
Forum: Guns & Holsters
Topic: 'Toy Gun' Help
Replies: 12
Views: 751

What many airsofters do in my area is they have a removable orange barrel tip which they remove once they reach the field. Some people also use an orange barrel plug. Make sure the orange tip or plug is attached to the gun at all times during transportation and when not in use. You may also want to ...
by skywlkr
Wed Jun 02, 2004 12:11 pm
Forum: Guns & Holsters
Topic: 'Toy Gun' Help
Replies: 12
Views: 751

Paint the whole gun......problem solved :D

Luke
by skywlkr
Tue Jun 01, 2004 11:32 am
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Which one looks the best?
Replies: 27
Views: 874

The Last Crusade jacket looks the best to me. Raiders is second, followed by Temple.

Luke
by skywlkr
Thu May 27, 2004 2:26 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: Pics of Raiders Cotton Jacket
Replies: 36
Views: 1516

Can the cotton Wested be had with a cotton lining?

Luke
by skywlkr
Mon May 17, 2004 12:22 pm
Forum: Guns & Holsters
Topic: Shoulder Holsters
Replies: 23
Views: 854

How did you solve it?

Luke
by skywlkr
Mon May 10, 2004 12:36 pm
Forum: Guns & Holsters
Topic: Shoulder Holsters
Replies: 23
Views: 854

If you can't find a double shoulder holster you could always get one left hand and one right hand holster and remove the straps on the non-holster side and connect them together with matching leather strips. That's what Rick O'Connell's holsters looked like to me.

Luke
by skywlkr
Wed May 05, 2004 7:34 pm
Forum: Leather Jacket
Topic: U.S. Wings Pre-Distressed VS Wested Pre-Distressed
Replies: 4
Views: 486

If you aren't the stadard sized person you'll never get a US Wings jacket to fit well. Wested is made to fit. Other than that, the USW pre-distressed is heavier than Wested's. I've had both......Wested's is way better. (So is their customer service).

Luke

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