Club Obi Wan

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I am going to guess that the boots you where looking at where the Red Wings 9030 Beckman Mock Toe boots? If so, there is another pair that is 'historically accurate', they are the Red Wings Iron Rangers. They have accurate (ish) soles, and they look great after a while of use. They are historically...

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Spotted these in John Lewis Dept Store today. A nice Alden style boot- http://www.johnlewis.com/store/john-lewis-co-buchanan-leather-boots-brown/p1521673?navAction=jump" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Thanks!!! They actually look really good! I think I might get a pair to a...

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So, you're saying once you completely rebuilt them with tougher components, they were fine? :-k ;) :Plymouth: Regards! Michaelson Those things always wear on a good shoe, (unless the sole is one of timberlands, those soles are like granite!) They lasted a good year before the heels needed replacing...

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I've worn my Todds boots nearly all the time I have gone out. They have been to China, Russia, France, Germany, Italy and the US and are still fine. A few things which have let me down: - laces snapped (easily fixed with a new set) - an eye loop broke (now used as a hole) - soles and heels wear (rep...

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Just bought a new hat whislt in New Orleans from this fantastic store called Meyer the Hatter. Although it isn't a an indiana jones hat, it is a western style hat made from fur felt and I thought it would be a perfect hat for the summer. However, on returning to my apartment and allowing my son to l...

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I haven't stained mine, but after a year of regular use the welt has darkened up all on its own. I still have all the original hooks, too. I only tie the bottom two, and make sure to pull to the sides instead of up/out when tying them. I did replace the laces after a few weeks due to fraying issues...

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About 4.2 inches now. Since the photo, it's been re-bashed to remove that curve on the front.

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baddates1 wrote:Wow! That is very good! Is that based off of the KotCS? Or the last crusade? or the temple of doom?

It is a mix between crusade and skull. Since this photo I have re-done the bow to get a better look.

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They look okay - but I wouldn't rely on them surviving much. The type of leather they use looks very weak and thin. If I were you, I would wait until Todd's Re-stock their boots. I had to wait 4 months to get mine and they are totally worth it. They look almost identical to Alden's and the build qua...

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Looking pretty good! - I might open my wallet but would like to see some other photos first as I have an obsession with getting a hat with perfectly straight sides haha!

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strikeomen wrote:How different does the reaiders strap look?

Not different at all - I just noticed the unfinished back and thought it was a Lost Ark strap.

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strikeomen wrote:I have no idea? It was the bag strap that came with the bag from WPG

Probably not then. No worries!

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Nice!

Is that a Lost-Ark bag strap?

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Nice Knives! I think Indy would carry something just a little simpler but also chunky. I decided to go with a No.10 Stainless Steel Opinel as it gave that simplicity yet was also a good size without being too big ( 4" blade - folder). Opinel is a company who have been making a variety of knives...

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Well, I believe the holding gave the felt a 'pattern'. Here are the results:

Many thanks for your help!

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Just thought I would show you some photo's of my re-blocked Christys' - After searching online I decided to do a home re-block using a hat shaper:

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I did not remove the sweat band or the ribbon because of some issues I was having with them when removing them - for my next reblock I am going to replace both of them so they will be removed.

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Just though I would share a quick update! The hat was placed on the hat shaper which was a tad to big and as a result I lost about 1/4 of an inch off the top height (check photo). Otherwise, all is good and the taper has definitely been reduced. http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/585/imagebun.jpg/...

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Most likely you won't need to do that since your just spraying it and not soaking. Thanks very much- so I need to: 1) remove liner 2) spray the crown but not the brim 3) put the hat on the ABS hat shaper 4) tie string around the hat where the brim break is to retain shape. 5) work the felt by rubbi...

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With the christy felt. Just spray them and then pull it over your block. Make sure you don't get the brim wet. When you have the brim break in place, tie it down with a blocking tie or the felt will shrink. Let it sit for at least a day or two. Thanks very much, do you suggest putting cling film ov...

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Christy's felt - adventurer.

Thanks for the info - distilled water was a technique that i was going to try but thanks for the extra stuff about the working. Much appreciated!

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Ive just received my hat-shaper from the US and am wondering if there was any advice about how I should go about re-blocking it (It only needs a small re-block, nothing too serious). Ive read about spraying water and using steam but I am still unsure about what would be the best option for my hat (I...

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Just received this reply from Christy's:

"I'm afraid we only manufacture new hats we do not offer a re-blocking service. Unfortunately I don't know anyone that does. Maybe you could google re-blocking services? Or try Joseph Alan in London tel 0207 5369411"

Onto the next step....

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Michaelson wrote:Well, you might want to talk to Christy's themselves.

Thanks, I have already tried yet but they haven't yet replied (message sent last week). I might try giving them a call.

I was just wondering if anyone had any other thoughts, thanks very much though!

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Hi there,

Is there any where I can get my Christy's hat re-blocked in the UK?

Many thanks

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Here's the email they sent: Dear Customer, We are very sad to announce that Top Secret Hats is closing down in its current guise (we are exploring options for its future). We want to thank all of our customers for their support over the years. We have always focused on offering good quality hats wit...

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Just received an email for Top Secret Hats to hear the news they are closing down. Top secret hats are the top seller for any self respecting Christy's Indy fan to purchase their Swerford/Adventurer for a lower price. I am putting this post up just to notify people they are having a closing down sal...

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If I distress anything, I like to use black ink. You can brush it on, leave it to dry for a bit and then rub it off to the desired level. Great stuff but I think you need to be careful with what you use. I use the Games Workshop Black and Brown ink but I think they do washes only now, which aren't a...

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westy1970 wrote:I was looking at these.

http://www.lost-ark.net/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Ive had the fortune of owning both in m lifetime and can tell you that make it Jones' are better! And he does double wrap arounds!

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Not sure if you meant this chap or not but these whip holders are really good at a decent price: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Leather-Indiana-Jones-bullwhip-whip-belt-holder-replica-prop-double-wrap-/160944764998?pt=UK_DVD_Film_TV_Film_Memorabilia_LE&hash=item25790e3846" onclick="window.o...

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I know it would be illegal painting it - but I doubt he is planning to walk about around town with it.

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Unfortunately I doubt you would be able to import it. For starters you would need a license and I would think it would be impossible to do without it being seized.

I would recommend going for a bb gun, modifying it and painting it up.

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I believe the Todd's hooks are 0.2mm brass. Very weak metal, especially that thin. I just use the broken one as a loop now, the others have held up fine.

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http://www.swaineadeney.co.uk/products/poet_hat/index.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; "Apart from the original hat for 'Indiana Jones' (Harrison Ford) we made a further 45 'Indy' hats of assorted sizes, some for Mr. Ford and the remainder for the film stunt actors ...

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Found these that are in the UK: http://www.frontiermodels.co.uk/Webley-MKIV-Revolver-Prop-Model-Kit-FOR-USA-CANADA-CUSTOMERS-ONLY-p-19192.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; http://www.frontiermodels.co.uk/Smith-Wesson-.45-Revolver-FOR-USA-CANADA-CUSTOMERS-ONLY-p-20032.html...

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Ive been searching this forum and i still can't find where I can find a resin S&W in the UK.

Any help?

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I have similar creases in my jacket from the snow in february. Tried to iron them out but it didn't work. I have grown to love them. I wouldn't bother trying to fix it, with a lamb you will get creases just from sitting down too long

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Looks good, the "swerford" is considered to be the right dimensions of the original hat. I myself have the adventurer and for the price, love it. (as well as being british and therefore helping promote british products :D ). I have never thought of "upgrading" to a true SA hat be...

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Another Update: Just been to the cobblers in Ipswich and paid £10 to have a sole protector/ new soles on. They sanded the sole a bit and they compressed a new sole on. This new sole is protecting the stitching and sole from wearing and has blended into the sole well. He also commented on the make of...

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I usually wear the jacket, shirt and boots out.

I usually get nice comments about the jacket and boots (especially the jacket) and they are very surprised when I tell them it's an Indiana Jones Jacket from wested leather, but overall the comments are positive.

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Hey, no harm no foul! The whole subject seems to be mutating on it's own and creating even more and more confussion ! Perhaps the easiest way to look at the issue is by paraphrasing an old expression: "One man's Triby is a Fedora to another and vice-versa ." W> No one has ever spoken true...

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I found the explanation on their site (nothing to do with the hat). There must be something where if the brim width is over a certain size then it is a trilby. No, it would have to be under a certain side to be a Trilby...(from you previous post): And that brim is rather wider than that of its clos...

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I found the explanation on their site (nothing to do with the hat). There must be something where if the brim width is over a certain size then it is a trilby.

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The Fedora takes its name from Princess Fedora Romanoff, a character in a Victorian melodrama written for Sarah Bernhardt and first performed in 1883. The Fedora has a flexible brim and can be worn up or snapped down; hence its nickname the 'snap brim'. And that brim is rather wider than that of its...

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Just an update- Boots are holding up well but have had some issues with them: A hook snapped Lace snapped Heals are quick to wear, recommend fixing a protective sole The quality of workmanship and look of the boots is great, however, the add ons have really let them down. The snapping of the laces w...

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Day 3:

Boots have kept my feet dry during a torrential downpour. Comfort is probably the best I have felt and no blisters have occurred yet.

Well done Todd, A*

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Doubt they can put something on. I recommend bringing both boots in a bag to the cobblers and ask them if they can do something about it.

It has been my second day of wearing out in town at work, so far there are no issues and they are holding up well.

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irishjones wrote: But they would have to sand down the other shoe heel as well to keep them the same height.

Ask them to put a new heel on. They remove the old one by sanding it and nail/ glue a new one on.

P.S Glad they fit

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irishjones wrote:Well, hopefully they will fit.

If they don't, I suggest selling them on ebay or on here, I'm sure someone in the UK would want them, and then purchase a new pair. I wouldn't bother with sending them back because you will have to wait at least 3 week. and have to pay many a customs charges.

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Not to sure. My feet are about 4 inches wide and there is still a bit of room (Thats wearing thick socks). The shoes may seem stiff and tight at first, but they will soon soften and loosen up for optimum comfort.

I would also consider a stick on sole for some grip, they can be a bit slippery.

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