Hey Guys!

KALEL114 · Post by **KALEL114** » Thu Sep 08, 2005 7:26 pm

I just joined but have been a fan of this site for a while. I did not want to join until I had enough gear to justify my joining. I have to admit I had no idea there was so many people out there that enjoyed the Indiana Jones movies as much as me. In fact I didn't even no about Wested or Aldens until I stumbled upon this site. So here is my modest list of gear.
My first item was the hat. I definetly plan to upgrade it because it is only the "official" fedora with the Indy pin on the side (which I have removed)but it started it all. Next was finding Todds Costumes, thanks to this site. I got the webbed belt, deluxe holster, gun belt, whip holder (with velcro), and one WPG Indy shirt. Seprately from WPG, I purchased the gas mask bag. I then purchased two whips on Ebay. An 8 foot and a ten foot. I skimped a little on this also but plan to invest on a better one in the future. Shoes are Timberlands that have the right cut and similar color and look for about $20. They were used so they already have that worn in look. I ordered the pants from Wested. And I just recieved my most treasured piece. The jacket. I choose the lambskin ROLA jacket with the satin and cotton on the inside as is prefered by most on here. I went with original brown not dark. Future plans include: Aldens, new fedora (suggestion?), and a more authentic looking whip. Pictures are in the works and I will post them as as I can. I want to thank all of you for helping me ,even if you didn't you were. I am very excited be apart of this and look forward on shareing my adventures.
Thanks.

Post by **Michaelson** » Thu Sep 08, 2005 7:31 pm

Happy to have you join this motley crew! Welcome!!! High regards! Michaelson

IndyTaz · Post by **IndyTaz** » Thu Sep 08, 2005 7:35 pm

Good on ya mate and welcome to COW

I've just ordered my own MK VII bag so that's my first piece of gear! It's a good feeling huh? We all look forward to seeing pics of your gear.

Warm Regards
IndyTaz

Rusty Jones · Post by **Rusty Jones** » Thu Sep 08, 2005 7:48 pm

I have a pretty much identical hat situation (and similar situation with the rest of my gear, but jacket/shirt/pants are still on the way from Wested)

as soon as I can muster the excess funds to justify getting the beaver felt, I'm going for the Adventurebilt (AB) fedora, I beleive...

www.adventurebilthats.com

I cant wait to get it, until then I can recomend what i did with my 'official' hat (dunked it in water and reshaped it 4 or five times, then crumpled it, sat on it, and remolded, started to look like an acceptable 'interum' hat)

binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Thu Sep 08, 2005 9:13 pm

Welcome aboard! But just because you do or don't have gear doesn't mean you have to wait to join. In fact, I think I joined before I had my first "real" piece of Indy gear. I was able to ask questions and get feedback before purchasing my Wested. But no matter - you're here now! Enjoy!

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IndianaRedmon · Post by **IndianaRedmon** » Thu Sep 08, 2005 11:02 pm

Welcome to COW

Mat Cauthon · Post by **Mat Cauthon** » Fri Sep 09, 2005 12:07 am

Hey welcome to the madness

I have a federation acubra which is a good fedora but If I were you I would save up for an Adventurbuilt Iv'e read that they are great from about every other topic on this site

Brendon

GraveRobberGreg · Post by **GraveRobberGreg** » Fri Sep 09, 2005 12:23 am

Welcome to COW. Dont worry about the gear it will all come in time. I have only a hat (Peter Brothers) and a LL bean shirt. I have to pace myself or the wife will divorce me

Enjoy your time here.

Indiana Jess · Post by **Indiana Jess** » Fri Sep 09, 2005 12:46 am

Welcome Kalel114. It's always nice to have a new gearhead join us on our way to the poorhouse. At least we look good going there. Michaelson, we're a motley crew? Well that's certainly a step up for me.

binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Fri Sep 09, 2005 7:18 am

Indiana Jess wrote:Michaelson, we're a motley crew? Well that's certainly a step up for me.

Jess, I always thought you were more of a twisted sister.

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whipwarrior · Post by **whipwarrior** » Fri Sep 09, 2005 7:31 am

Welcome to IndyGear! You've joined a great club, and you won't find a more knowledgeable (or friendly) bunch of people anywhere. Happy adventuring!

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Swindiana · Post by **Swindiana** » Fri Sep 09, 2005 8:01 am

Welcome aboard indeed.

So... KALEL of Superman? Always interesting with these handles.

Oh, I'd go for the Alden's. They rock.

Regards,
Swindiana

IndyTaz · Post by **IndyTaz** » Fri Sep 09, 2005 9:39 am

Hey GraveRobberGreg...I relate to the divorce rate increasing due to gear obsession. If I knew about IndyGear and props when I got married I really would have considered a pre-nup'

I think I've got it licked...my wife like the outfits Indy's girl in TLC wears...(Plan hatching)

Yep, collecting Indy stuff is like Lego...brick by brick

Regards
IndyTaz

Alabama Jones · Post by **Alabama Jones** » Fri Sep 09, 2005 10:09 am

Welcome aboard Son of JOREL114.

Pandora · Post by **Pandora** » Fri Sep 09, 2005 10:53 am

Welcome! And don't forget:

Guys and dolls... we're just a bunch of crazy guys and doll...

Post by **Michaelson** » Fri Sep 09, 2005 10:56 am

Yeah..yeah...THAT'S what I meant....

Regards! Michaelson

Indy_Railok · Post by **Indy_Railok** » Fri Sep 09, 2005 11:07 am

Welcome!

Hope you will also join the ''Tiger-Pillow Fan Club'', Just PM Me!

Wrightknife · Post by **Wrightknife** » Fri Sep 09, 2005 11:39 am

Welcome, I know you will enjoy this great hobby and community of friendly folks.

Have a great day,

Renderking Fisk · Post by **Renderking Fisk** » Fri Sep 09, 2005 11:45 am

You came for the gear, you'll stay for the people.

thunderquack · Post by **thunderquack** » Mon Sep 19, 2005 8:26 am

Welcome to the club you'll not find a more wretched hive of scum and villainy. Oh wait, wrong movie. Welcome aboard anyway

Post by **Ken** » Mon Sep 19, 2005 8:29 am

Welcome to the club. You have come to the right place - many experts here so and a lot of information. Your choices for a fedora are numerous and varable reflecting your budget, patience, desire for quality, aesthetics, durability, etc.

Hope you enjoy yourself here!

Ken