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Nailed it!

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Very nice revolver! At that price, you practically stole it! Having seen this, I'd be even less apt to cut it. It's nice. If you want some aftermarket wood grips that look correct, I know will fit because I've put them on my pistols, and won't break the bank (I'm talking less than $45 and to your do...

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LOL.. Alright! Thanks again, I like hearing my stuff is still holding up.

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Thanks micsteam. You're correct, the Heavy Duty was an N-framed revolver (sized to take the 44, and technically 45) barreled and bored for a 38. Chenricy, I'd not cut it. I'd consider buying one already cut, but would NOT ever do it to a revolver under my care. As for "buy another barrel and ha...

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Yup. That's how it starts!

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Nice!

Enjoy the craft, it can get quite fun.

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This supports what I remember reading somewhere at some point: Colts were better target revolvers, but the S&Ws were better for fighting. Or something to that effect. Thanks again, Knower of Things. Much appreciated. (Also: Of course, this evening I find a K-frame with the full shroud. The Model...

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Not sure whose toes you think you're stepping on, old friend. :lol: My comment was a generalized remark and not a detailed one as you put forward....but you completely hammered in the nail I already placed, and I thank you for taking the time to type all that. :TOH: My point was Smith gave more tho...

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Not so much, Cajunkraut, as they at least had a clip attached to the barrel that protected the end of the rod up until after WW2, then they enclosed the rod in a recess. Regard! M I'm not wanting to step on toes, but I think you need to flip the order on when S&W added/removed the 'full-shroud'...

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Awesome job! I feel your pain with sewing those toe plugs! Also, thanks for the kind words. I'm sorry I didn't mention it earlier, but did you double the thickness of leather on the plug itself? You basically cut two plugs, glue them together and then sand it at a slight taper, like a keystone, with...

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Thanks for the info/feedback, Michaelson.

I've noticed Imageshack has really, REALLY changed, and NOT for the better.

I've had/used flickr before, but I'll go that route from here on out.

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Sorry, I was using my images hosted on Imageshack, but I changed them over to flickr.

If those links still don't work, hopefully this link to the album will: Holsters Album

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Excellent!

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I used a tutorial that holster maker Will Ghormley had/has on his website: http://www.willghormley-maker.com/MakingHOGRig2.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; You can glue the plug into place and then stitch it if you want, I found I didn't need to when making mine. When it...

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The homepage holster pattern is sized for a 4-inch barrel revolver. I printed it out and made myself a holster; it works great for my airsoft K-frame (costuming) and my 4-inch N-frames (IRL carry). Mine: https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1476/24082549202_bd72c47410_z.jpg However, if you're making holste...

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Exactly! She's great. Any time I've need alterations, to regular clothes or costumes, she's been very accommodating. I once took her a Costume Base Han Solo vest and pants because they need a good bit of work. I asked for the vest's hem be shortened an inch or two; I asked her to just fold it up and...

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Yes, this is TOTALLY capable of being repaired. I had something similar happen to my Todd's when I put my 20+ pound laptop case/tool bag on over my shoulder and it caught one of the adjustment straps. The tear looked just like yours does. I had little options for repairing it, so I took it to a loca...

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People tend to forget that the length should be adjusted accordingly based off their torso length. Maybe Onstat has a long torso and requires that extra length. Exactly why I advised him to double check. I never bought the original Westeds because they told me it had a 26" length back. On me t...

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Onstat, If I can offer up one bit of advice, I'd say double-check the back length by comparing a sport coat or some other jacket. At worst, tape paper together to get the length you are considering and then have someone tape/hold it to your back and see where it hits. You said you'll be wearing this...

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Tandy Leather sells a great product for this, Tanner's Bond Leathercraft Cement (Hover on title for link) I've used it in whole projects and similar repair work. It's strong, yet flexible. Nice thing is it dries clear. You can pull up the piece that has torn away, gently flattening it out, and put a...

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My question was about the nappa. I'm very sorry because I totally misread your earlier question. I flipped nappa and novapelle. Clarification: The novapelle looks like it would be gray in some light, tan in others; but like whiskyman said, it looks dyed through. Basically it just gets lighter where...

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Oh, sorry. I misunderstood.

No, I've not done that. Based on how it is showing wear in the high spots, I'm assuming it will be a grayish tone.

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No outside shots yet. I've been under the weather this weekend, but maybe later today. It's nice out and I've got to do a little bit outside. We'll see. I purchased it from forum-member 'Moses', he may recall which novapelle it is specifically, but I'd go with dark. After purchasing it, I showered i...

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Gotcha. Thanks for the clarification.

Makes a bit more sense to me now.

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Sure. Already edited though. I wasn't in the hobby when they started making these. I know who I bought it from, Gorak. Based on digging here, and checking with Gorak, I have an idea which member he purchased it from, Bogie1943. Other than that, I only have the information G&B told me. My contact...

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I guess? This is why I'm fearful to share anything I'm told regarding this stuff, especially by those who are making/selling the gear. There's frequently a strong counterpoint and things get ugly. I'm going to go back and edit my earlier post because I'm not going to get this locked down spreading q...

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No clue.

Other than it had no internal pocket, the zipper was a right-hand pull, and I guess the pocket shape.

Maybe there's something internally different. I'm not the expert on these at all, just relaying what I was told by the G&B staff.

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I forgot about the lamb-touch cow. That's another option I'd consider.

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It's taken me over a year and a half, but here's my Expedition, in goat. Inside shots, I know, but I had a little time before all the natural light died, but I got some photos. https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8726/16427585943_0dd0ee6713_z.jpg I got this jacket via the bazaar back in 2013. I know I'm ...

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It's taken me 9 months to remember to post pictures of the Heros I now own. These are still inside shots, but I had a little time before all the natural light died, and I wanted to get some comparison photos. Up first, a Hero in (dark?) novapelle, purchased from the bazaar. https://farm9.staticflick...

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DiCatania wrote:I understand. The jacket is an extension of you and if you don't like the style, it just isn't gong to work.

Exactly!

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Thanks, this one is alpaca lined and it's really nice leather, already broken in. Which is why I liked/bought it.

The style just isn't for me.

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Well, if anyone is interested in a barnstormer-ish jacket, I just got one off auction and it's just not for me. I like the short Indy-length jackets too much. Here it is: https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7642/17045423712_fd1d3a809b_z.jpg It's a size 40-42 (back is about 29", sleeves just around 2...

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I remember years ago there were articles about finding a replacement to the M9, but in the end the Army didn't change. If S&W is the third largest gun maker in the US, who is 1 and 2? Not being a gun guy, S&W is the only American brand I think of and assumed they were the largest. Regards, ...

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I'm only a tick over 5'7" so I get where you're coming from with the sleeves. I never bought a Wested off the rack because they told me the back length was 26 or so inches when I emailed. For me, that was almost the length of a sports coat. So I passed. This was before the "Hero" was ...

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Last, If you're just getting into this Indy Jacket thing, I may have a couple of extra jackets I can let go to a new home. They're not all Wested-made, but they may be a good fit for you. I'm slightly taller, but they may fit you better than me. Prices would be very reasonable. Drop me a PM if you'd...

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As far as actual usefulness can anyone give me some info on durability and ridgidness? I know it is a surplus item and was issued but I plan to use it for extended hunts in the mountains. This fall I will be packing in pretty heavy but we are doing an old fashioned hunt. Hence why I dont want some ...

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Excellent looking work!

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Unfortunately the Lexol effect only lasted about three days. I am still the Mayor of Squeaky town! I love Lexol, swear by it on these jackets along with my other leather projects. However, I did recently have an interesting side-effect while using it on a Wested nappa (lamb) jacket. Heavy applicati...

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Ok, I just ordered a pair in brown. I could not understand the whole "kickstart" method in relation to when I should be getting them but what sold me on them was the review that they were VERY identical to Indy Aldens except much lighter in weight. Cuz, screen accurate or not, aldens are ...

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Here's a review of the Thursday boots: Thrusday Boot Review Link Please note, the review was written before the Kickstarter campaign was funded/finished. However, should you have questions on the campaign, the company, look at the bottom here: Thursday Boot Kickstarter Link Honestly, they look reall...

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If airsoft is your thing, you can do a search for an "HFC-131" revolver. They are a copy of a Smith and Wesson Model 13, which is the closest I've seen to Indy's revolver without going into 3-digit territory. There have been a few shown here which were converted to look more the part of In...

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Charybdis, here's a better shot of the sax. Hope this helps http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii127/knibs7/yijcsax_zps8094c9d9.jpg :TOH: Those key guards (the wire-looking bits over the larger round "keys") make it look like a Conn or a King. If you could read the engraving on the bell's...

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Excellent revolver J_Weaver!

I'd leave it alone as well. This is definitely one of those items from the past we wish could tell its tale.

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Thanks.

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Thanks Chris. I'm on the western edge of the mountains near where you used to call home.

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You must've been out of pocket when I put two of 'em in the Bazaar last spring/summer. Not so much as an offer on either, then I finally sold 'em on Gunbroker. I did keep my Turnbull case color finished one just because she's so different, though. Pics of that one on page 3 of this thread. Basicall...

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Mountaineer nice acquisition, pretty piece !! By the way guys Mountaineer can make a really nice Indy holster !! Thanks! I'd watched two or three other 22-4s sell before I jumped into the ring. Patience paid off in this case. I was going though my folders when looking for pics for this post and saw...

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Very welcome.

It's, to me, one of those historical things where there's very little in records so anything anyone comes up with at this point will be poo-pooed as ret-conning by some.

There's a thread at Fedora Lounge on this jacket which does this very thing.

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Some material on the 440, from the book: "A-2 and G-1 Flight Jackets : Hell-Bent for Leather".

It's one source, so grain of salt and all that...

Three instance of it in the book listed here: Click HERE for Google Book Info.

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