Steve Delk is a Jerk (READ THIS POST)

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Steve Delk is a Jerk (READ THIS POST)

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Now that I have you attention :lol: -

I would like to take this opportunity and express my apprecitation for Steve Delk.

This is a man who came from among us and truly improved this hobby.

I believe that if not for Steve and his great dedication to the perfect Indy fedora that we would be looking at a sub-par fedora on HF's head in the next great flick.

Steve - here's to you (and Marc)! Thank-you for stepping up and ensuring that the great tradition of our's continues into the new millenium! :clap:
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Here, here I second that.
Steve and Marc have done more for the Indy Fedora than anyone else.
You can't see me, but I'm standing up. (I'd be aplauding, but I'm to busy two finger typing) :lol:

Thanks guys. I get so many compliments and some people can take one look and no this anin't no cheap nock off.

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Post by binkmeisterRick »

Fedoraman, I was about to come over and kick your hiney! :lol:
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Post by eazybox »

I almost had a heart attack when I read the title of this thread! :wink:

I agree with everything else that was said, though-- Steve is the greatest! :D

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Post by Indiana G »

Fedoraman, I was about to come over and kick your hiney!
...and i was gonna hold him for you! :lol:

well played fedoraman! here's to the fathers of the adventurebilt hat!

steve, you've done alot for me over this past year....not only are you a dedicated gearhead/member/vendor, you are one of the most decent human beings that i have never met in person.....but if i ever do....the night on the town is on me my friend.


cheers,


gil "the canadian guy that whines too much about his hats" :lol:
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It's a good thing you were smiling when you said that! :lol:
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Post by McFly »

Indiana G wrote:
Fedoraman, I was about to come over and kick your hiney!
...and i was gonna hold him for you! :lol:
...and I was gonna go keep an eye out for the cops so we could run when they showed up!!

Three cheers for Steve, the only one of us not named Marc Kitter to go from wanting THE hat to making THE hat ! \:D/ :clap: \:D/ :clap: \:D/ :clap:

Thank you, Steve!

In Christ,
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Post by BendingOak »

Indiana G wrote:
Fedoraman, I was about to come over and kick your hiney!
...and i was gonna hold him for you! :lol:


I was thinking of doing a whole lot worse than that and I wouldn't need any help holding him down. I was first like this :shock: and then :evil: .
.......but I do agree with you statement about Steve. He has done a great deal for all. I'm much better now and I'm more like this. :D I will leave now and have a couple of drinks so I can be like this 8)
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Too many drinks and you'll be like this :-0
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Post by indy89 »

Jeeze, the topic title was rather shocking! :shock:

I agree, Adventurebilt has done so much for the Indy fed. Thanks, Adventurebilt :wink:
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I'm very grateful to both of them as well, and I haven't even had the experience of owning one yet! Thank you Steve and Marc!
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Post by nicktheguy »

That title sure got my blood boiling. I have happily parted with my money to Steve twice - and am about to do it again -- all because he has an excellent product and is a great stand up guy!
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:D I agree with all the good comments. Thanks for my hat Steve. I proudly wear being the only one in Tasmania able to:)

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Steve, like Eric Clapton, is god ...but he almost didn't make it - http://indyfan.dnsalias.com/vault/forum ... 43134.html
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Post by Canyon »

Gentlemen, everyone knows that if anyone insulted Steve for real, they'd be dragged out in the street and shot with a Webley Mk6. :wink:

Well, what can I say about Steve Delk that already hasn't been said?

All my Indygear sits on a chair and an Ark crate and the Adventurebilt fedora sits on the top, a toy snake coiled up underneath. :lol:

From time to time, I walk past the gear and the hat looks like it came off of the set of Raiders. :shock:

Steve, thank you providing us with the most screen accurate fedora that I have ever seen. Marc, thank you also for everything you have done. We appreciate it. :clap: :clap: :clap:
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The following is a quote from Steve found in 3thoubucks's link: http://indyfan.dnsalias.com/vault/forum ... 43134.html
I knocked out one of my front teeth and got a pretty good bump on the head
Steve's "eureka!" moment perhaps? :wink:
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Post by Indiana Johnson »

...and I was gonna go keep an eye out for the cops so we could run when they showed up!!
I am a cop, I was going to have you guys hold him down so I could taser him :twisted:
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binkmeisterRick wrote:Too many drinks and you'll be like this :-0

:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
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Post by Fedoraman »

Indiana Johnson wrote:
...and I was gonna go keep an eye out for the cops so we could run when they showed up!!
I am a cop, I was going to have you guys hold him down so I could taser him :twisted:
DON'T TAZE ME BRO!!! :lol:
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Post by Falcon »

Steve and Marc are indeed uniquely dedicated individuals, and masters of their craft. They have my highest respect as well.
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I hope Steve doesn't read the thread title and not bother to read the thread. he could be hurt by it.
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Post by Michaelson »

Well, since everyone else has volunteered to do the 'job', I was at least preparing to get rid of the body. :evil: :lol: :wink:

Well said, totally agreed with, and HIGHEST regards!
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If they gave a degree in fedora making, Steve would be a professor.
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Gosh, I really appreciate the kind words!! :oops: Thanks. Fedora
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Steve, I'm so glade you came into the thread my friend. You are well loved here.
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Post by Wrightknife »

Yes, Steve is truly a super guy as well as a great hatter. When I was very new to the hobby, I ordered a ribbon from Steve. While I am sure he was not near as busy back then, I always appreciated the customer service he provided on such a small order. Now, like everyone else I am awaiting my AB. Thanks for everything Steve!! :D
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BendingOak wrote:Steve, I'm so glade you came into the thread my friend. You are well loved here.
\:D/ Amen Brother! I've had the pleasure of talking to Steve a couple of times not just about the hobby but the world we live in and life in general and found him to be more than just a great asset to all of us here, but an honest, warm and carring person to boot.
Thanks for everything Steve! :clap:

Johnny

Now about my hat... :wink: Just kidding...I know I'm in there somewhere.-J
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Here here ( the part about him being a good dude, not the thread title! )
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Post by Dr.Seuss »

Glowing praise was never more deserved. That's seeing a job through to fruition!

An endeavor, almost biblical in proportion.

(What the heck did he just say?)

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Michaelson wrote:Well, since everyone else has volunteered to do the 'job', I was at least preparing to get rid of the body. :evil: :lol: :wink:
I'm sure your car has the right trunk for the job :wink:
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Yep....room for 3 or 4 if stacked right. :D

Uh, was this microphone on? :shock: 8-[

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No. 8)
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Good! #-o .....uh... :-s :wink:

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Yeah Steve's customer service is a fine thing to behold. Why I remember my order like it was only yesterday LOL As if the man didn't have enough to do I asked if he wouldn't mind sending me pics of my hat from it's inception till it was ready to send. You know what?............he did :lol:

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Post by Dr. Nebraska S. »

Hi everyone,

I'm a newbie, but first found out about AB from reading this site. :) I placed an order for my first AB fedora just a month ago, and found out on that day that Steve and Marc had been chosen to make the hats for the new film. :P

Even before knowing this, what made me want to order an AB fedora was what I had read here about them. One thing was clear: these two men really take pride in doing good work. The couple of emails Steve and I have exchanged about my fedora order also show what a nice guy he is.

So I just wanted to add my congratulations to Steve and Marc. When that fedora arrives, I'll wear it knowing not only was it made by one of the team who made the hats for the new film, but also that it was made by someone who really takes pride in making a good hat. :D
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Nebraska, welcome to Club Obi Wan! :D
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Nebraska:
Welcome!
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