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Also, be careful. Some felt is prone to shrinking, so just the simple act of steaming it over and over and over to tweak the bash will cause the felt to shrink and do funny things.

Not saying that "for sure" of the Downtowner, but just know it can happen.

Cheers,
Mike

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fxxxgxn' AWESOME! But NOT $120 awesome.

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For me, I have 6 or 7 Todd's. Some guys find the color off, but I think they look great, feel great, and get better color with age. Todd has spent a lot of time getting the design right (I believe using screen used shirts for the research).

Good luck with your quest.

Mike

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The socks were dark brown. Wal-Mart usually has them pretty cheap.

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6 7/8" ?

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Another great pic (someone posted this in another thread). Shows sleeve length, front length, and ROOMY CUFFS :) http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad91/wldhorsetrainer/behindthescenes.jpg And some screen shots I grabbed this morning: http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad91/wldhorsetrainer/INDIANA_J...

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Mitch! Didn't you have a buddy around these parts that always told you how much you would like the Todd's jacket?

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Looks GREAT! Great dimensions and pretty spot on for a low cost production hat!

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didn't indy's jacket look roomy at the wrists? I remember a couple scenes where I thought so. The map by the river....i thought there were a couple others...but i could be mistaken.

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But a guy can iron leather or use a steamer to get wrinkles out. it's tricky, but basically it's like steaming out any type of garment. If you choose the iron, use a damp rag on top, set the iron low to start and kinda steam and press then gently tug by hand and steam and press again with the iron u...

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So what are these running? About $450 or so for the veg tanned and $750 in the str. lamb?

Just want to make sure my numbers are right.

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Man!!! That jacket looks SPOT ON!!!

Is that the NEW Todd's or an earlier version? The sleeve seems look like the new version.

Great looking set-up!

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Wow!!! that is indeed very grainy. I've not seen anything like that before either. My new todds is pretty smooth, but I like them like that.

Nice jacket! Congrats!

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I've dyed lots of leather using Tandy's leather dye (mostly belts and armor from my days in the SCA...google sca armor fighting and horse tack).

I've never tried a jacket however, but it should work just fine.

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Bantu Winds maybe?

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I was just going to post a question to other owners, or Todd, as to the dye jobs of the new jackets. Only a couple times have I been caught in some very light North Dakota summer drizzles, and there are spots on my brand new jacket with NO DYE and other areas where it's VERY VERY light and you can s...

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http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/cb/cb.aspx?a=992629" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

New catalog in the mailbox today. Check it out.

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If the sleeves are long enough when you're reaching out to your handlebars then by all means. I have a Wested HH with custom length sleeves just for that. I've ridden for many years and never felt the collar slapping (or not to the point to draw any attention). Maybe because I rarely ride with my ja...

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Over the past week, I wore my boots Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Tuesday, and Wednesday (yesterday). I flew to California on Saturday and back home last night, wearing the boots for the flight each way. The only inconvenience was removing them while going through security, but that was expected, of ...

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WOW...that is a great deal and a nice close enough shirt..and close enough I wish I had seen it before buying my TOdds..lol..dang. But your Todds is more than close enough...it's a spot on SA! And probably 1000% more comfortable. I have 6 and they are by far the nicest shirts I've ever owned. Comfo...

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Indy: "Do you know how long I've been searching for that?"

Brody: "all you life..."

Indy: "All my life...."

Very well done sir. Congratulations!!!

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I received a Todd's just yesterday. Size and color seem right to me -- just "newer." That is to say, when I first looked at it, I was tempted to think it was way too dark olive green, but then I realized this is new material. The actual shade of green seems right, so all it needs is to we...

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Well, after a very very very long wait...my NEW todd's jacket is arriving today. Sold my old one when the BW came out, and now have the BW retired to the Indy Costume display stand. It will be nice to have a jacket again, and hopefully it proves to be all that everyone says the new jacket pattern is...

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And is $175 really that much cheaper than a Todd's which get's rave reviews???

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Sadly those are pretty common scams...although somewhat good for a laugh. I think I remember the original posting, so it looks like that guy found himself a sucker in the guy now trying to sell.

Welcome to COW.

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Yep, looks just like a russian nagant....so who copied who in that design?

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Well guys, I've searched and searched through our awesome search function, but can't find that great photo that was posted not long ago of a member who ran his todd's bag through a wash cycle and the distressing was PERFECT! (imo) Maybe someone else can find that or the original poster can repost? I...

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I would HIGHLY recommend Todd's bag. His bag, by far, is the most SA for color to the originals. The canvas is a soft canvas but very durable. The details are also very good on it. If "I" were to buy another bag (other than an original Mark VII), I'd go with Todd's just because the color ...

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I have no doubt they will be worth the wait!

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And then maybe some Dr. Jackson's Hide Rejuvenator from Tandy Leather. Best stuff I've ever used for all my leather stuff (including a lifetime of work with saddles and such)

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Funny...his entire seller history is $10 dvds (less than 30 feedback score/items sold) then BLAM! a thousand dollar jacket!!!! What's not to trust?

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Mitch.

Guess I will have to get one too.

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I could have sworn that the M1917 used 45acp rounds with clips, which then makes the blanks look nearly spot on.

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I think I have 8 of Todd's shirts. They are by far the most comfortable shirt I've ever owned and I've never been disappointed in fit or quality. The fact that Todd says the NEW material is even better than previous materials breaks my heart because I can't justify to my wife that I NEED another shi...

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These never let me vote. It always says something about submitted form invalid.

Anyway, I like "indiana"

and TOMB RAIDER! i REALLY like tomb raider, not joking...really good name.

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I think the biggest issue most often with people and their raiders jacket is the "fit". They get a normal sized jacket that fits them, somewhat snug even...like a jean jacket, short at the waistline, etc. When really they should be getting a jacket one size larger for themselves. The photo...

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i've also found another jacket on the bay and was wondering what you all think of the jacket , to me it is a bit off , but still kind of interested since the maker is from the chicago area ? http://www.ebay.com/itm/Indiana-Jones-Ford-Vintage-Finish-Classic-Cow-Hide-Leather-Jacket-All-Sizes-/1606723...

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But how do they FEEEEEEEL!?!?!?!??! Are they comfy or do they feel like walking on concrete or...????

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Keep in mind, sanding is going to change the size of the block, so be careful there. A bunch of us were using bondo to modify blocks. It finishes out better and holds up better. If you have a woodworking aquaintence, why not have him make you a block based off the one you have? Yes, use bondo. Wood...

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ShanghaiJack wrote:Holt, you are just making me sick with all of these beautiful reblocks! Gorgeous work, well done!

Yea...ditto that...me too!

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Cannot wait to see them posted my friend!

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NICE! Scorpions and other night-time creepy crawlers (plus fluids of many varieties for frequent hotel users)

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Why are you obsessing on the gloves OILDALE?!?!?!!?! Because the gloves are arguably the coolest part of the costume and what was missing in every other movie! They show you are ready to fight and know what to do (because every fighter knows how important it is if one is to use a closed fist on a se...

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I think the servo is the color you would want. With wear and leather conditioners like pecards or Dr. Jacksons they will show some nice character and mild deepening/darkening color.

IMO the Wyo. is too dark.

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I wonder how comfortable they are. I bought some Aldo Jeramyah's last year, and they are the most uncomfortable shoe I've ever had. I have to put some Redwing inserts into them, and even then I can't walk in them for more than an hour or so without some serious unhappiness. Interesting that more and...

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Congratulations Christian! That's a great looking and happy little man you have there. My joy for you and your wife are beyond words.

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Thanks for the input TS, I really appreciate it. One thing I want to clarify though - I'm not looking for "perfect" Indy jacket in any SA sense or anything...just perfect in regards to personal preferences. Still, you're right, that's a pretty tall order. :) I agree with you definitely th...

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If it were me, I would go up a size. I think a great photo reference is the cover of people magazine that had Indy and Marion on the cover. That's the best true to fit pic of the jacket I've ever seen. It was fairly roomy and a tad baggy even. If I can find it I will post it here if someone doesn't ...

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How did this thread get so derailed?

I guess I need to put up some pics of THE REAL pants this thread is about and not the WTF pants in the other link.

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That's a GREAT color Croft, in general and for you!

What's the material make-up?

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