FINAL design for the labels of the AB shirts

Kt Templar · Post by **Kt Templar** » Mon Nov 12, 2007 9:56 am

agent5 wrote:I personally don't like that idea and I'll tell you why. We know it's a shirt so to put the word shirt on it seems sort of redundant. Second, it's not field tested yet so that's kind of a misuse of words. Now, if Marc had been wearing one for a year or so, that may be different.

Just my opinion.

How about...
Adventurebilt
Custom Quality

I was going to look a British military shirt I've got but never got round to it it does say blatantly obvious stuff on it like "Light Brown Shirt".

Trying to avoid being too po faced here folks!

JMO.

VP · Post by VP » Mon Nov 12, 2007 10:58 am

djd wrote:I fancy 'Adventurebilt - Raider' or Crusader...

Raider sounds better, this is, after all, a RotLA shirt.

Marc · Post by **Marc** » Mon Nov 12, 2007 1:56 pm

Naaaa... no movie titles IMO. That is too Disney

I like 5's idea though. Let's see what Kim comes up with considering all the input. He's working on it as we "speak"

Regards,

Marc

Satipo · Post by **Satipo** » Mon Nov 12, 2007 2:11 pm

Hmm. I'm not sure you should use the word "custom" because the shirts are already designed and made before the customer places an order. To me, "custom" suggests a shirt made to the customer's specifications. These shirts are essentially off-the-rack. Or am I mistaken? Now, the AB fedoras could be described as custom because they are made according to the individual. Perhaps "Traditional Quality" would be more appropriate here.

Post by **Michaelson** » Mon Nov 12, 2007 2:25 pm

I've read more wrangling about the wording of this label than the design and delivery of the entire AB shirt line!

Regards! Michaelson

Falcon · Post by **Falcon** » Mon Nov 12, 2007 3:01 pm

Michaelson wrote:I've read more wrangling about the wording of this label than the design and delivery of the entire AB shirt line!

I agree.

How about:

Shirt

Nothing else. Brief and to the point.

Excuse me while I go hide in the corner.

Johnny Fedora · Post by **Johnny Fedora** » Mon Nov 12, 2007 8:14 pm

Just Adventurebilt. Although, now that I think about it...There's Adventurebilt, Adventurebilt Delux, And now Adventurebilt Leather. How about Adventurebilt Outfitters for the clothing line? Round AB symbol with the name around the outside just like the AB Leather logo. What do you think?

Johnny

PLATON · Post by **PLATON** » Thu Nov 15, 2007 7:37 am

I vote for the original idea

DEDICATED
Adventurebilt

Kaplan · Post by **Kaplan** » Thu Nov 15, 2007 9:33 am

PLATON wrote:I vote for the original idea

DEDICATED
Adventurebilt

HEAR, HEAR!!!

Satipo · Post by **Satipo** » Thu Nov 15, 2007 9:40 am

Kaplan wrote:
PLATON wrote:I vote for the original idea

DEDICATED
Adventurebilt
HEAR, HEAR!!!

NO! DON"T DO IT!

Marc · Post by **Marc** » Thu Nov 15, 2007 10:21 am

I think the design is done now...

We only have to decide on what background color would be best yet. The burgundy as on the vintage HJs / AB-Dlx. or a beige one to match the color of the shirt.

I'll show it to you soon. Thanks for your highly appreciated input.

Regards,

Marc

VP · Post by VP » Thu Nov 15, 2007 11:02 am

Burgundy and gold letters, kinda like this badge here:

Kt Templar · Post by **Kt Templar** » Thu Nov 15, 2007 11:13 am

Hey VP, that background is purple.

Does your wine come in that colour? Or just your grape juice?

But burgundy and gold is a nice traditional combo. Although I am slightly concerned it might show through the back of the shirt?

Castor Dioscuri · Post by **Castor Dioscuri** » Thu Nov 15, 2007 11:15 am

I'd go with beige... makes it more subtle.

VP · Post by VP » Thu Nov 15, 2007 11:20 am

Kt Templar wrote:Hey VP, that background is purple.

Does your wine come in that colour? Or just your grape juice?

I don't drink wine, and who of us was the color blind one?

Kt Templar · Post by **Kt Templar** » Thu Nov 15, 2007 11:23 am

VP wrote:
Kt Templar wrote:Hey VP, that background is purple.

Does your wine come in that colour? Or just your grape juice?
I don't drink wine, and who of us was the color blind one?

I know... just playing with ya!

Castor Dioscuri · Post by **Castor Dioscuri** » Thu Nov 15, 2007 11:27 am

For some reason, I am starting to think of Wested's label

http://indyville.fi/kuvat/gear/gear_takki_logo.jpg

Hopefully the label won't be too scratchy though... The best labels are seen and not felt

VP · Post by VP » Thu Nov 15, 2007 11:29 am

ShanghaiJack · Post by **ShanghaiJack** » Mon Nov 19, 2007 5:01 am

Marc wrote:I think the design is done now...

Shoot! I was going to suggest sending out a blank label and sharpie marker with every shirt. That way everyone could have whatever label they wanted and I'd get my shirt sooner!

I do think that beige would be a better color for the label though. Something that will blend in with the shirt and also will lessen the likelihood of the dye running if it is washed in hot water.

Marc · Post by **Marc** » Mon Nov 19, 2007 10:53 am

Dear all,

after taking all your input and our own into consideration and wanting to keep things "vintage style", this will be what the label for the shirts will look like:

Image removed again due to not reasons written below

Hope you like it.

Regards,

Marc

Kt Templar · Post by **Kt Templar** » Mon Nov 19, 2007 10:56 am

Very smart!

djd · Post by **djd** » Mon Nov 19, 2007 10:58 am

Looks very nice. Great job

Canada Jones · Post by **Canada Jones** » Mon Nov 19, 2007 11:29 am

Wow! A long way from the original design and I like it ALOT better. Class. Vintage. Quality. Oh and very Indy.
best
Canada

Marc · Post by **Marc** » Mon Nov 19, 2007 11:55 am

Thanks a lot

This pretty much sums up, what we were looking for (after the original was turned down, but that's why I asked to start with

).

The credit is due to Kim aka Kontherun aka Mr. Adventurebilt Leather Co. - Thanks a lot my friend.

Regards,

Marc

Post by **Michaelson** » Mon Nov 19, 2007 12:04 pm

Home run, Marc, K. Looks like a professional job now!

HIGH regards! Michaelson

Panama Tom Jr. · Post by **Panama Tom Jr.** » Mon Nov 19, 2007 12:07 pm

Very, very nice - this new logo keeps a nice continuity with the hats and the holsters...

KingNothing · Post by **KingNothing** » Mon Nov 19, 2007 12:40 pm

Very cool logo!!

Indiana G · Post by **Indiana G** » Mon Nov 19, 2007 12:42 pm

very nice.........so since people are bound to ask about the writing on the headpiece......is that the side that has the "warning not to disturb the ark of the covenant" and the staff is 6 kadams (sp?) high....or is that the "take back one kadam to honor the hebrew god" side?

Satipo · Post by **Satipo** » Mon Nov 19, 2007 12:45 pm

Very nice! Classy and to the point. The Staff of Ra headpiece design references Raiders in a subtle, not-in-your-face sort of way, thereby avoiding any kids' costume implications. It actually reminds me of the classic Metro Goldwyn Mayer logo. Excellent work!

VP · Post by VP » Mon Nov 19, 2007 1:14 pm

Indiana G wrote:very nice.........so since people are bound to ask about the writing on the headpiece......is that the side that has the "warning not to disturb the ark of the covenant" and the staff is 6 kadams (sp?) high....or is that the "take back one kadam to honor the hebrew god" side?

Every gearhead should know that the front side (warning) has more text. Although according to http://indygear.com/props/artifacts.shtml the Imam had the headpiece the wrong way around.

Nice label design, looking forward to the measurements.

Post by **Indy Magnoli** » Mon Nov 19, 2007 2:57 pm

Looks good... yes, that side reads, "Honor God and the tabernacle (Ark). One Amah above (on top of) the Kadam." Why is there a letter missing in the last word?

Kind regards,
Magnoli

Marc · Post by **Marc** » Mon Nov 19, 2007 3:12 pm

Ummmmm.... 8-[ Kim? Please?

Regards,

Marc

Post by **Indy Magnoli** » Mon Nov 19, 2007 3:25 pm

Heck... nine replies by Gearheads and no one noticed the missing letter. Don't think many would.

Regardless, this is a great design and more fitting to the Adventurebilt name, in my opinion.

Kind regards,
Magnoli

Marc · Post by **Marc** » Mon Nov 19, 2007 4:01 pm

Well, I certainly appreciate that you pointed it out Indy!!!

Thanks a lot,

Marc

Post by **Indy Magnoli** » Mon Nov 19, 2007 4:04 pm

-Magnoli

Post by **Michaelson** » Mon Nov 19, 2007 4:06 pm

Heck, I thought it was left off to avoid any copyright issues. 8-[

Regards! Michaelson

Indiana G · Post by **Indiana G** » Mon Nov 19, 2007 4:24 pm

thanks for the clarification vp and mags.....i knew that the imam had the head piece the wrong way...i just couldn't recall which side.....guess that michaelson disease is catchy........huh??? now what were we talking about again??? boots or something????

Post by **Michaelson** » Mon Nov 19, 2007 4:26 pm

Regards! Michaelson

MisterJones · Post by **MisterJones** » Mon Nov 19, 2007 4:45 pm

Marc wrote: Hope you like it.
Regards,
Marc

Indeed, it looks very good. Very good.

Regards.

K on the run · Post by **K on the run** » Mon Nov 19, 2007 5:39 pm

Oh I've been busy at the shop all night. Yes indeed there's a letter missing. I'll look for it in the morning and put it back where it belongs.

Kim

Bufflehead Jones · Post by **Bufflehead Jones** » Mon Nov 19, 2007 7:33 pm

Hey, on the headpiece on the label, did anyone notice that there is a letter missing from one of the words?

Indiana Kev · Post by **Indiana Kev** » Mon Nov 19, 2007 7:53 pm

The new label is great. Nice work!

BendingOak · Post by **BendingOak** » Mon Nov 19, 2007 9:17 pm

marc, that the name and logo that we all come to love and trust. great job.

Gater · Post by **Gater** » Mon Nov 19, 2007 10:16 pm

I LOVE IT!! great job!!!

ShanghaiJack · Post by **ShanghaiJack** » Mon Nov 19, 2007 10:16 pm

Nice, elegant, and understated. Perfect!

K on the run · Post by **K on the run** » Tue Nov 20, 2007 3:45 am

Bufflehead Jones wrote:Hey, on the headpiece on the label, did anyone notice that there is a letter missing from one of the words?

I found it Buff, stuck under my shoe. It's back where it belongs and I just mailed the final version to Marc.

Kim

Post by **Michaelson** » Tue Nov 20, 2007 9:37 am

Bufflehead Jones wrote:Hey, on the headpiece on the label, did anyone notice that there is a letter missing from one of the words?

Come here, Buff! Have a seat by me and drink your coffee.

Regards! Michaelson

Ken-Obi Wanabi · Post by **Ken-Obi Wanabi** » Tue Nov 20, 2007 12:44 pm

Looks great! Very well thought out.

Bufflehead Jones · Post by **Bufflehead Jones** » Wed Nov 21, 2007 1:23 am

K on the run wrote:
Bufflehead Jones wrote:Hey, on the headpiece on the label, did anyone notice that there is a letter missing from one of the words?
I found it Buff, stuck under my shoe. It's back where it belongs and I just mailed the final version to Marc.

Kim

K, it must not have been glued on good enough.

Bufflehead Jones · Post by **Bufflehead Jones** » Wed Nov 21, 2007 1:25 am

Michaelson wrote:
Bufflehead Jones wrote:Hey, on the headpiece on the label, did anyone notice that there is a letter missing from one of the words?
Come here, Buff! Have a seat by me and drink your coffee.

Regards! Michaelson

Okay. Can you pass me the cream and sugar, please?