Club Obi Wan

wembley

I heard some old gas masks contain asbetos in the filters and therefore should never be worn due to obvious health risks. Check your filter has been removed. If bought from a reputable military surplys store is should have been removed and made safe. Just Mr Safety giving you the heads up in case yo...

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Indiana Greg wrote:Where can I find Hippopotamus boots?

Dind't know Hippos wore boots! Sorry.

wembley

I was tempted by a pair of Sketchers very close looking but the sole was really off...flat, no heal , very light in colour and looked more like it belonged on a pair of UGG boots. I could have had them resoled but at £60/$90 I was not gonna do that to a new pairt of boots. My old brown Rockport wate...

wembley

Thanks for the advice guys....think I got my mind made up at last. Gonna be getting in touch with Wested soonish. I am going with custom rola in washed goat...at a 40 chest....nickel zip as I prefer it, silders/xbox.and gussets. No fancy adjustments. Just got to decide if I go custom on all the meau...

wembley

Indy wears the same style hat, jacket pants etc etc though all the films...I guess we are supposed to believe it's all his original kit (which of course it isn't in reality) despite it being highly improbable after his hat and jacket etc has been shot at, dragged along behind trucks, had stones burn...

wembley

Thanks... It's been over a year since I joined here and started asking stupid questions. After a lengthy period of preoccupation of a little thing called life..I have come back but feel like I am starting over. I had previously decided custom rola...still prefer this option...just now need to know m...

wembley

Obviously the best thing would be go right there but I may not be able to...loooong story. #-o Advice on shrinkage etc would still be appreciated as maybe the folks at Wested won't want to b the first to say how much their jackets will shrink/stretch etc? The experience of those who own the jackets,...

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Well....I had a bit of a search round here for some answers but found more questions! ](*,) Read a lot about Wested ROLA's shrinking when they get wet naturally or deliberately. Also I know that leather can stretch with wearing. :-s So.....Whilst debating whether to go custom or OTR I am still facin...

wembley

[quote="knibs7"].... the shirt I received looks incredibly green. Is it just my eyes? I http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii127/knibs7/DSC_0550.jpg I'd say that was.....green...if that's how it looks in life then it wouldn't pass for an Indy shirt. If I was sent that as an Indy shirt, I'd...

wembley

Cool...I lost my bottle ordering a custom job so I plan to go down there someday.

About 5 or 6 hours drive away.

wembley

This is all tough for me to say, as I don't want to offend anyone here. But when I initially read this from Wembly, I was immediately proud of him for saying it... It's really hypocritical to rant about those juding your hats then put a picture up like this..... ...then I realized he was joking aro...

wembley

http://files.splinder.com/bd0914abcf0271cc1703a9726a34ef21.jpeg take another look at that picture and have a good laugh [-X It's really hypocritical to rant about those juding your hats then put a picture up like this..... Who am I kidding what the #### is he wearing!!!!??? LOL :rolling: :lol: To f...

wembley

I disagree. To ignore ignorance, particularly that directed at you, is to perpetuate ignorance. Of course one must gage the ignorant person one is engaged with and determine if they have crossed the line from simple ignorance into stupidity. Someone innocently ignorant or naive can be helped by res...

wembley

You're not going to 'educate' anyone anyway, and but taking it upon yourself to do so just adds fuel to the perceived fire. Just say 'thanks', and move on. It takes two to create an argument or situation. If you don't play into their game, they're left looking foolish, not you. Regards! Michaelson ...

wembley

You wear something that stands out...expect comments. Some good some not. Not the first time I read on here about people making comments...I too have been heckled just for a supes t shirt! Where I live I wouldn't wear a fedora ...people here tend to be overly forthright with their comments to the po...

wembley

Ouch...I thought you were supposed to hit yourself on the chin?

wembley

The reason the two hats are a different shape and color is becuase Ford's hat has been soaked. Look at him, he's dripping wet! To me, though, that shot doesn't look like a photo op, but a candid shot. I could be wrong becuase we are seeing it out of context, but that is what it looks like to me. Da...

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I seem to recall seeing an old on set interview with HF and VA at the time of LC regarding shooting stunts...the pic looks like a still from that interview...could be wrong. This might be some of it...7:40 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jzp8m9r9gS0&feature=PlayList&p=B230B2517BB4B683&in...

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Thw wall/coving seems to be pushing the brim up which affects the apearance and the taper could be just years of handling, weather etc etc? Do we know that this hat is spupposed to be the hat he wore in that picture? Isn't it possible he picked up any old HF hat just to pose for a photo op? The hat ...

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Yikes! :Dietrich: It's never good to see such a slip up get trhough QC, but they're only human. I too have seen a lot of threads bashing vendors (not just wested) for various reasons, like QC inconsitency, poor communication, exagerated claims of SA etc etc but then there are also a lot of happy cus...

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Thanks man. This will come in really handy.

I found this useful as I am a complete noob to all this who as yet hasn't got any decent Indy gear and aim to get a bag as soon as I can find a good one.

Cheers

wembley

IMHO...layers.

The jaket's fine as is.

When I get my Wested I will be wearing it often as I too just like the style and with layering of clothes it will be warm enough even in the chill of the great British winter.

You might not like the style so much if you change it.

wembley

Looks ace on you.

So tempted to drive down there now!

wembley

I had a lambskin jacket years ago (my first one but not Indy) It went like this in odd patches... At the time I chalked it up to wear and/or geting wet. I noticed darker patches where I had put my hands in the pockets and stretched the leather, also around the cuffs...but I also noticed discolourati...

wembley

Wembley.Sorry if I came accross as a bit grumpy (bad day).What size shirt are you looking for.If its a largish then you are welcome to have mine F.O.C. I have'nt even worn it.Just tried it on once then washed it then ordered a small.If you want it just let me know. :tup: No apology needed ...I only...

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My origional question at the top of the thread was about sizing so did not warrent any pics.But when you get some gear would love you to post some. Will do! Can anyone let me know their opinion of the Wested shirt.Quality,SA,colour etc.Also are the sizes true or do they come up big or small. Thanks...

wembley

Anyone got pics of the current Wested shirts?

I was toying with idea of ordering one ans a set of pants when I order my jacket.

In fact was looking at the whole kit from Wested...belt...bag etc etc...

Good idea- bad idea?

;0

wembley

Are the finger holes SA?

Good tip with the dubbing...

I picked up a couple of pairs of gloves for £2 so gonna give it a go,

Cheers. $\:D/$

wembley

Well..after much discussion and wrestling with the options.....

I am gonna go CUSTOM!!

So it's time to start doing some homework.

Wish me luck!

wembley

theinterchange wrote:I just bought and recieved my OTR via eBay. I couldn't be happier with it.

Randy

Got pics?

BTW...Orlando ROCKS!

wembley

Well I am 5'8 and skinny.. Anything I buy OTR tends to vary between small and medium..usually small being too small and medium too big. Pot luck if something fits OK. I have a brown jacket that fits me well enough...I could send them that! LOL! :lol: I am going to have to give this more time and tho...

wembley

Well if I do go custom I will contact Wested directly and discuss my sizing issues..

Don't want to assume that because an OTR jacket size medium (38-40) in a dept store fits me, the westedOTR or custom will too.

Jeepers this is crazy confusing!

Thanks again.

wembley

Good point. On Wested site when I click for ROLA it's a bit confusing for my small brain! http://www.ekmpowershop4.com/ekmps/shops/westedcom/raiders-jacket-157-p.asp It gives options for sliders etc etc... This is not the custom? If I go OTR should I go for the 80's slimmer fit? Is that more SA?

wembley

I don't know the answer to this, but I'm sure someone will.... What's the price difference between OTR and Custom? Depends on the style, and leather. Around £20-40 more for custom. ($40-80?) Worth it I think and after reading about hide quality issued on OTR I may now opt for custom...plus cool to ...

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Imahomer wrote:So, what did you decide?

Still undecided....but leaning slightly towards custom now!!

AAAARRRRRGHHHH!!!!

I make important decisions for a living...but I can't decide on this!!!

Gues I will take a little more time and do more homework!

wembley

Thanks all for the welcome and all your input....really valuable and most appreciated. :notworthy: Choices choices!! :-k You don't mention your size or ease in getting good fit with standard sizes OTR ie 42 reg etc....if you're pretty standard fit I'd go OTR for your first... washed goat is a good f...

wembley

Ok...New boy here and obviously I'm a fan of IJ movies blah blah....So please bear with me and forgive my naivity but this is my first real step into the world of Indiana Jones replicas...:oops: To be honest I am feeling completely lost and terrified I will be disappointed with my choice due to my f...

wembley

Found some better "Close enough's" at Wilkinsons for £2.

wembley

Similar to what I found in B&Q in the UK.. Not nearly SA but not bad as "close enoughs". The colour is lighter and the leather is Ok. Your look to be of a better quality though. http://www.diy.com/diy/jsp/bq/nav/nav.jsp?action=detail&fh_secondid=9373021&fh_view_size=6&fh_st...

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Wow...simply wow!! :notworthy: I am new to all this and was considering OTR until your jacket changed everything! Was even considering the whole Wested jacket/pants/shirt/bag combo... .(opinions/advice still appreciated!) I can totally appreciate you feeling wary about sharing your specs as it obvio...

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