Club Obi Wan

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Jeremiah wrote:Looking good.
Always in a mood to wear my AB

Thank you!

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Yesterday I had the Indy vibes with my Adventurebilt CS and TNO Raiders jacket

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For my last outfit of the year, I opt for my CS Adventurebilt and my Alden 405

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These are the Oakley Madman.

Really cool glasses but, IMO, not as good as the Oakley Mars

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It's been awhile since someone post his/her adventurebilt.

We need to rectify this !

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I'm glad to see everything went well, nice conversion from LC to TOD!

Congrats!

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I can't even say how utterly excited I am to now own a Penman!! I purchased the LC beaver from a member here not long ago. I used to wear a 22 1/4" fedora. Since I lost 30 pounds, all my hats are loose. So loose that I put foam strips in them to tighten up the fit. The hat I bought from here i...

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Fair enough. The thick stuff is very popular - especially on the Fedora Lounge. I dislike the thicker hides myself, I find them uncomfortable. Thirty years of collecting has taught me that. But everyone's different. I think I prefer goat hide in 2.5oz best. Almost indestructible, highly abrasion re...

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Take a look in the Cairo Bazaar

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Thanks!

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Charybdis wrote:Btw, there was a question as to which liner Steve was using for the hats. Mine came with the Staff of Ra liner..

Same here.

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I finally got my AB CS hat. I ordered in July 09 but I decided to pay the complement for the new price in February to help Steve with his financial problems. I'm really happy, the hat fit like a glove. https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-IMqVdaS5Tws/VTTh4D42kYI/AAAAAAAAEh0/1H-0N5LuOc8/w640-h480-no/DS...

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It quite heavy and thick. The package was declared 1.5kg... But i love it, and, it's strange but i think heavy jacket are more historically accurate than a lambskin jacket. I'd say that's the only 'complaint' I'd have to say about the material. It's an amazing cowhide, but the weight really limits ...

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It happened the same thing on my TN Surrogates jacket, I had to replace the slider.

I was kind of disappointed it broke so easily.

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Hollowpond wrote: Oh! And Speed, your jacket is beautiful too!

Thanks, I hesitated a lot between this one and a Vanson!

You have gorgeous jacket Hollowpond!!!

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Surrogates was just ok as a movie, but the jacket design is phenomenal. I'm sure BK would love to sell more, as they not only acquired an original TN version, but that vintage California that the TN was based on as well. Just before beginning making the jacket, Andy emailed me to ask if I wanted th...

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Thanks Michael, The jacket is part of their half-belts line but their website is outdated compare to their actual offerings. If you want to have a look at their HB you can go on their Facebook page. Their Dodger and Heracles are fine specimens. In the movie, the jacket, Willis is wearing, is an orig...

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Not much different than a repro A-2 label. Adds to the authentic reproduction, tags and all, like the Bermans and Nathans tag in the Relic Hunter. The pocket probably has the Bill Kelso Mfg tag. Great looking jacket, by the way! :TOH: Yes the Bill Kelso tag is in my right pocket Thanks for the comp...

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Yes, apparently all half-belts from BK have an "original" label sew in

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And here some fit pics : https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-kr9ZxgEQ3Po/VILWvPSeEjI/AAAAAAAAEX0/fbwXHtse0Uw/w600-h800-no/IMG_5801.jpg https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-rdU0tGxWpvE/VILWvTm0rjI/AAAAAAAAEX8/LabVQS_snHE/w600-h800-no/IMG_5802.jpg https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-y6i1yP4I31k/VILWvO5poQ...

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Since Hollowpond post pics of this Californian from Vanson, I guess I can post mine from Bill Kelso! :lol: The jacket is based on TN pattern. The leather is Liberty HH in seal brown and with tartan lining https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-AsFEtPKXfEs/VIHCg86IfrI/AAAAAAAAEWk/4IZWWcoPflA/w800-h600-no...

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That last one is very interesting. Never heard of a straw/felt combo like that. How is the straw connected to the felt brim? Regards, Indiana Jeff He cuts the felt up on the crown leaving enough to sew onto the the straw. It takes two hats to make one. So it can cost you a little more, but I've bee...

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Niiiice, I simply love the black cherry color.

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Félicitations John, well deserved!

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Niiice, it suits you very well!!! As always John did an outstanding job!

Enjoy it!

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No, it's Kevin's creation. He based his model on different jackets from that era to create his D-Pocket S for men. The back, for example is inspired by a German jacket.

And then he adapted his model for women.

All is explained on his website.

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Today, I just got my bag n° VII I love it!! The craftsmanship is superb. I asked Wade for a Raiders strap with my bag but I compare it with my old CS strap (from Wade too ;) ). In the end I choose the CS strap. I like the CS color better with the bag and the strap is thicker than the Raiders one and...

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That's because mine is a model for women.

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Thanks for all your compliments, I'm enjoying my jacket immensely!

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I know it's OT but I think this company deserve the shout out. Pegasus Durable Clothing is a company based in France and run by Kevin (an American, so don't worry about communication) - http://www.pegasusjackets.com/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Kevin made a prototype of ...

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CM wrote: I hear you. I can't wear that stuff either. Tried for years. How does your TN Surrogates wear compared to that?

More supple and less heavy than the Aero for sure.

I have an order on a Pegasus Jacket in Front Quarter Horsehide. I will compare the two when I get it.

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I have a 30's halfbelt in Front Quarter Horsehide, it's truly a beautiful jacket, really well made.

But, the leather is too stiff and heavy for my liking. Not comfortable enough while working.

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Oops my last post was meant to be a PM, sorry...

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I'm the someone who is close to him or Marc that you would hear from. We have no contact with him. What does that tell you? Since I've always been an optimist, I will think that Steve will get better and when he will be back to business I still plan to ask for a refund but since I don't need the ca...

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Last time this happen we found out the he'll the man went though. I don't know how he is doing but I would give steve the benefit of the doubt that he didn't run off with the churches money. I'm not implying that but a message from him or if he can't from someone close to him would be good and will...

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And for backorders, if you want to cancel your order and get a refund now, here's your option: http://www.indygear.com/cow/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=47109&p=690592#p690592 I don't want to add oil to the fire, but after this, I exchanged a few mails with him and then nothing. So when I heard Steve...

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Congratulations on this beautiful hat and lovely fiancee!

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Beautiful!!!

I sooo would like to get one of these bag!

I'll be in the line to acquire one.

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Got mine in August 2008 I use it mostly during summer (and went with me while traveling). I put in there the usual stuff for a woman (so a lot of stuff

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Good as new !

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My lightest jacket is my TNO Raiders in goat: 2 pounds

When I compare this one with my Aero HB it's a feather.

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Indiana Bugs wrote:
Rundquist wrote:No. But when I wear the bag, sometimes I get asked if I am a transvestite.

Sweet?

From Transexual, Transylvania ??

Sorry I couldn't resist

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Nice Nick, congratulations!!!

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maboot38 wrote:I've had compliments on my jackets, but never any recognition as an Indy jacket.

Same here!

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Nice jacket!

Congratulations

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Thank you Mitch!

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Wow... that's a really beautiful jacket, SpeedRcrX. =P~ Annnnnd you DO know that if you lose your mind and want to sell it you need only send me a quick PM, right? ;) (Of course, I should probably ask for your measurements and make sure that it would actually FIT ... but that sort of thinking alway...

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... and the buckles don't tear the car seats! I would have been really embarrassed since I was sitting in a Cadillac and couldn't have pay for the repair ;) (I could by selling my beloved TN Raiders) Like I promised some close-up photos http://img535.imageshack.us/img535/9705/dsc00025zg.jpg http://...

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Looks fantastic Speed!! Good to see you using those cargo pockets as well!! :D Ian Yeah, I didn't want to have a bag with me so I stuffed everything in my pockets, really useful ^^ Looks great! Have anymore pictures to show the detail of the leather and how things have changed in two years? I can t...

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This is my TN Raiders in shrunken lamb after two year. It is one of my favorite jacket, I don't baby it and wear it at work too. http://img163.imageshack.us/img163/2349/dsc01878cc.jpg http://img15.imageshack.us/img15/7066/dsc01886o.jpg I was at the Geneva Motor Show and my friend took some photos of...

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Congratulations John!

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