Club Obi Wan

Paulcrastination

While visiting an old hardware store to obtain some plexiglass last friday, I discovered a rather abundant supply of WL 1130s. All of the gloves where of the desireable variety (no palm add on), and most being a darker yellow. Also, none had a wrist border. I went through some old posts, and recall ...

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Does anyone have a German G3 rifle sling? Though I purchased one off ebay last year, a mix up has prevented me from actually obtaining one. Its a 1" wide brown leather strap with what I thought looked like a perfect buckle. As I recall the leather was not long enough to create a bag strap. Stil...

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Was there any other update or closure on this topic?

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I also recieved that email. I doubt they'll even get a single order now that Wested is in the game. It just doesn't make any sense to spend that much cash for a shirt and a pair of pants, when you can get the enitre base of the costume (shirt, pants and jacket) from wested for practically the same p...

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I reccomend you devise a way to refasten the disks after drilling the rivet from the inside of the bag. There should be a small round cardboard or plastic-like washer there. You could just drill off the larger end of the rivet from the inside, switch your disks, then put a dab of epoxy on the 'washe...

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I'm excited to finally get some gear, that doesn't cost booku bucks. Peter, please don't forget the forward setting epaulets. Tough to tell from the pics, but they look like they rest farther back or right on top of the shoulders.

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Hey Folks, I think someone had some guestimated plans finished, but I have diassembeld a completely unuseable W&G mk7 for patterns. The construction was simpler than i had thought. Now that I've got my 3 weeks of xmas break I'll actually be able to take the time to draw up some measurements. Sta...

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Nah, I after browsing the dvd I see all O rings, with the exception of the one scene you brought into question earlier. I will be replacing my NH strap and buckle with a custom one, as I don't see any borders on hat leather at all.

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After owning a few bags I must say I now prefer the lighter color... though I like a slighlty darker value than the WPG replica. If you have a really dark green bag, it stands out against the rest of the costume. In my opinion, the bag sgould follow the muted earth tones of the rest of the gear so i...

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I checked that shot out, it does apppear to be a D ring.

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Please forgive me if this is a silly question: Was the holster for radiers a replica of an original holster made specifically for the film, or just an old Webley holster they had lying around?

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I reccomend a two ply poplin. Light, crisp, and comfortable but not thin enough to see through.

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Thanks for the help guys. Rick, I think we must have the same jacket... this one is tough too. My warmer pockets are slanted also. I'd love to have a picture of what the tag looks like if you're willing. Though mine has seen better days, I think the "suit of armor" analogy still applies. T...

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I originally posted this jacket in the gear section, and I realize now that that was the wrong place for this post. My aplogies to the forum mods for my mistake. Still, it was established that this was nto an original A-2, as the pockets have the warmer slits on the side. Many thanks to Rick for the...

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I've got a beat, and I mean beat, W&G bag I've been meaning to dismantle for some patterns. When I get home for thanksgiving break I'll take it apart. I'll finally have some time away from all this school work to get some of these fun projects finished. The WPG bag is good, but I always felt tha...

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I'm in, just lemme know when you need the cash.

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Thanks Indiana! That link had the picture I was looking for. The pics you posted are of the hook hardware they sell seperately. The buckle can be seen only on the tropical web Y straps... which are out of stock... not to mention pricey. <img src="http://www.auctionpix.co.uk/users/uey361044.jpg&...

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Go to the following topic to see two screen shots courtesy of Zohar. Thanks man! You've gotta scroll down most fo the way though. http://www.indygear.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=5175 I disagree. I still think the NH buckle is too wide... it would look much bigger than the one used on film. A great sho...

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Just my head on the idol all photoshopped together, I guess that makes me creepy.

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I always spot the buckles on the nazis in Raiders, as they look identical to the one Indy has one his strap. They appear to be off combat suspenders, though I have been unable to find an exact match. Take a look at the dvd of the first shot when the nazis are shown inside the truck during the chase....

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I find the best way to get that distressed broken in around the edges look is too redye your bag. This is of course, if your are displeased with a tan or light green MkVII. While I've only ever done it once, the results where fantastic. Once you dye the bag that just right shade green run it through...

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Way to be resoruceful and make your own holster. Looks Great! The squirt gun idea is fantastic... just think about it. You've got all of your gear, its as good as screen used, peoples jaws drop the costume is so good. Then you whip out the gun and squirt them in the face. Of course, some of em might...

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Yeah Swindy, it works way better (and safer) than ironing. You don't even have to use wood blocks, just pack it full with something and it will be all good. Makes the fabric a little stiffer initially too, kind of like towels off the clothes line... except you shouldn't press the bag against your we...

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I also have dyed an original bag. After removing all of the remaining stains I had bleached the bag nearly white. It was a great success, but later down the road I did part with it. It actually was one of the best bags I came across, since it was of course... green.

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Thanks Rick,

The jacket doesn't hold up to all those specs, plus it has the warmer pockets. I heard that the presence of the hand warmer pockets indicates its not the real deal. Oh well, still a great jacket for $25. I'll still post some pictures on tuesday.

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Sure thing, but it'll have to wait until tuesday as I won't have a digital camera until then. The leather is very heavy, making me think its the real deal. The Talon zipper looks to be aluminum... not brass like the old WW2 A-2s I've found online... so I'm guessing if its a genuine military issue ja...

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I just bought an A-2 style jacket form a thrift store for $25. Since i can't aford a wested till after halloween I figured why not. It fits me great, the leather is broken in but tough. The tag is gone, and the lining is some silly polyester quilt, looks like it might no be the original lining. The ...

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Turns out we can once again turn to Jerry at WPG... http://whatpriceglory.com/usofc.htm Here one more: http://www.warhorsetradingpost.com/cat12.htm I liked this one, made to order, maybe they should pick up the NH stuff. http://www.artaqua.co.uk/regulation/military.htm I'm off to eat, I'll edit this...

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I'll find some, I remeber looking for NH alternatives last year and I found some pinks that even had a button fly, its the only one I can't find. Stay tuned!

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There are other, possibly better, sources for replica officers pinks. Many WWII reinactors websites will have links. I had just found a few on google. Often times much less expensive too.

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If you folks are looking for your lighters to be handpainted... I am more than capable. Anyone inerested?

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Looks like a last crusade buckle to me. Anyone have a screen grab?

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Thats the candian version. One drain hole, I already emailed this seller. Syays their is no disk on the side.

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I don't think I've ever seen officers pinks without pleats... I would guess they are proabably there. I wonder if they have a button fly. I dunno about the rest of you guys, but thats one place I don't need interlocking metal teeth. Someone has to pick up the gear line from Noel. I don't care about ...

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I've got one. I was asking IndianaJames about sending me pictures of his W&G bag, mainly the stamp, and he said he'd catch me on AIM later that night. After being gracious enough to send me more than a few pictures, and after his computer crashed a few times... I mentioned I might have had a cur...

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The guy I won that auction from has another bag... I beleive its a mark VI, and says hes got a buyer who knows me. I'm guessing its one of you guys

. I say go for it, this guy has been very cooperative with my requests.

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And when I said I needed every cent, I mean I do. But when I saw $105 I coudln't pass up this http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2193230671&category=4720 unissued one I found that ended just a few hours before mine. The good news is, my zero feedback high bidder just sent me ...

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Did you guys see that? The bag stayed at $36, then $51... and all of the sudden... $105 sunday afternoon. I mean, I didn't buy the bag just to turn a profit as I stated before, but I was shocked it went for so much. I didn't expect it to go much higher than $51. Anyway, if I could continue to sell b...

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If you want the wrinkles gone, simply soak it with water and let it dry with some wood blocks inside. This way as it dries it'll be sure to retain that shape you want.

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Greenest bag I've come across so far! Its much darker than the pics make it seem. Maybe I should adjust them for my auction. I don't understand why villagephotos keeps locking the account for the day... the one at the top will be back by tomorrow.

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I got an H&S too. Looks like I'm parting with it for cash. Lets all thank ISU for raising tuition every chance they get! Anyway, I was dissappointed that it wasn't unissued like I had expected, however... the price was great for what is still a great bag. Here it is, dated 1942. <img src="h...

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Heres mine! I paid for unissued, but the bag was clearly used... and the enlisted officers name was written on the flap. I just put the bag on ebay because I need cash for school. I would have liked to distress it a bit, and kept it as my stunt bag. Maybe I'll hit this source again in october when/i...

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What about the pants. How do the vegans feel about wool? Not that a cotton alternative isn't available... MBA pants or not?

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I remember when I posted that originally, I started quite the controversy. I have no plans to go stamping other bags, or replica bags... and I do not plan on selling the stamps either. I say this because after all, it would only be a matter of time before one fell into the wrong hands. What am I goi...

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School is busy. And to top it all off I still need a job. Anyway, I know I had posted about the W&G stamps early i the spring believe, and never finalized any of it. Heres the scoop I've got the art for it, and I am gonna make a stamp for it when my printmaking prof decides to lighten up about u...

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I had one that was a good color green, but had clearly seen a good deal of wear. It had holes in the flap which had been patched, gave it some character. Still, it was far form unissued and went for about $80. I was shocked, I didn't expect to even hit $40.

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I put a really stained not so good bag in the wash on the hardest hottest setting possible, hoping it would remove more of the discoloration. Turns out the fabric didn't hold up, and the spin cycle permanently damaged the fabric of the bag. The whole thing was compressed, and stress marks formed. No...

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I just sent my money order off a few days ago. I did send him an email or two inquiring about the details of the bags... manufacturer, color, etc. I have not heard back from him, which seems unsual conisidering how quickly he replied initially. I'd be interested in purchasing more if I knew some mor...

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I have owned a few original bags and always find that color varies. My W&G, which is in superb condition, is a green/khaki color. I know that if I washed it enough it would eventually fade to tan. Though i do not own a WPG bag perhaps this previsously posted link may help. http://home.thegrid.ne...

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I will be getting a decent scan of a sharper W&G stamp on tuesday. After that I'll have some (hopefully) more accurate art. Tennessee Harper, any chance you guys might want the W&G art for the main site?

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Wells Lamont 1123 Specifications

My A-2 Style Jacket (with pictures)

The Bag Strap Buckle

A-2 from thrift store. Original?