What I got on eBay last night: A Mark VII bag

Las Vegas Jones · Post by **Las Vegas Jones** » Sun Jun 15, 2008 12:47 pm

I got an original (Canadian made) Mark VII Gas Mask Bag
Most that I have seen on eBay go for over $60, Usually higher than that.
I got this one for $29.99 because it has a hole in the top flap, I figure I can repair it using some of the fabric from the inside pockets (or the back)
and then use modern fabric (unless someone has a real trashed one that wants to offer me a 6"x 6" piece of

) to replace the removed piece. This is even 'distressed' already, I will have to distress some of my costumes other parts now too!

I am very happy I am closing in on the last few pieces to really make my costume even better

And, Happy Fathers Day to all the other Dads out there

Alex · Post by **Alex** » Sun Jun 15, 2008 12:51 pm

Man

I would leave the hole like that. It looks great all weathered and worn like that.

Happy Fathers day back at you too.

riothamus · Post by **riothamus** » Sun Jun 15, 2008 12:57 pm

Good buy!

I was watching that one myself. I just wasn't sure if I wanted my first one that distressed. I would have done it for the $20 price though!

Excelsior!
Riothamus

Las Vegas Jones · Post by **Las Vegas Jones** » Sun Jun 15, 2008 1:47 pm

I like how distressed it is, but I think I want to draw the line at a Hole in it

I offered $20 plus shipping and they guy told me it wouldn't be fair to accept it (he would have if no one had been watching it) to the other three people watching it. So, I did the buy it now for $29.99. A decent price.

I might think about making some replicas myself now:)

Indybantha Jones · Post by **Indybantha Jones** » Mon Jun 16, 2008 3:13 am

That is a great find, how is the condition on the inside of the bag?

Erri · Post by **Erri** » Mon Jun 16, 2008 3:38 am

Sorry to ruin the party but for that price you could have bought a MKVII in pristine conditions from Kevin Endicott at http://www.endicotts.co.uk/
30 dollars is way too much for a MKVII in that condition nowadays.

riothamus · Post by **riothamus** » Mon Jun 16, 2008 10:07 am

Ah, perhaps, but endicotts has put a hold on MKVII orders. For all we know they don't have any more left!

Excelsior!
Riothamus

Erri · Post by **Erri** » Mon Jun 16, 2008 10:58 am

Apparently that's just from today and don't worry he will get more, he always does.

riothamus · Post by **riothamus** » Mon Jun 16, 2008 11:06 am

Unfortunately, its been on hold since June 2. They've just updated the page. For a few days they didn't even list the MKVII's as availabe in the collector's page. I've been waiting to order some.

Excelsior,
Riothamus

Las Vegas Jones · Post by **Las Vegas Jones** » Mon Jun 16, 2008 11:13 am

Well, what would the shipping from the UK to the US have added to that price AND I didn't even know that place existed until you posted
Most of the MKVII bags on eBay here go for over $60-$75 and I really couldn't afford that, I have already spent over $400 on my costume ( I got an Indy Airsoft gun last night)
I got what I could afford

and once I fix the hole and make a nice leather strap for it I will be very happy with my purchase
Also, I am considering making copies if it to offer on my costume web site

Las Vegas Jones · Post by **Las Vegas Jones** » Mon Jun 16, 2008 11:35 am

Indybantha Jones wrote:That is a great find, how is the condition on the inside of the bag?

I don't know yet, Its shipping today I should have it by the end of the week and I will take a look

Las Vegas Jones · Post by **Las Vegas Jones** » Mon Jun 16, 2008 11:55 am

Oh, well.

If I had known.......
I probably would have gotten one instead AND not got my first one from Singapore either

I will make due with my purchase

Also, I did check the page and they are out of them and there is no date that they will be getting more at this point

Piers · Post by **Piers** » Mon Jun 16, 2008 12:10 pm

what's wrong with these?
http://www.whatpriceglory.com/mkviibag.html

Las Vegas Jones · Post by **Las Vegas Jones** » Mon Jun 16, 2008 12:30 pm

The leather strap looks a little off, other than that they look like the one I got in Singapore for the same price, Oh and I also got a antique gold (metal) head piece to the Staff of Ra included for the same price.

They are also sold out currently

Las Vegas Jones · Post by **Las Vegas Jones** » Mon Jun 16, 2008 12:38 pm

WPG has original bags for $45 plus shipping. The one I just got was still less expensive even when including the shipping.

I feel once I repair the hole and make the shoulder strap this will be a fine addition to my costume.

Las Vegas Jones · Post by **Las Vegas Jones** » Mon Jun 16, 2008 2:59 pm

Just for fun. I ran the numbers

I paid about $35 including shipping for my distressed MKVII

If Endicott's had the "Hand Picked by Kevin" bag available with the exchange rate from the UK to the US the total cost with shipping would be $50.84USD

Second, If Endicott's had their "First Pick" bag available it would be $41.02USD with shipping from the UK

Lastly, If Endicott's had their "Used" bag available it would be $33.65USD with shipping from the UK

I think I got a reasonably deal

and wont have to do much aging at all

Herr Doktor · Post by **Herr Doktor** » Mon Jun 16, 2008 3:04 pm

If you're happy with it...that's all that matters, isn't it?

Las Vegas Jones · Post by **Las Vegas Jones** » Mon Jun 16, 2008 3:10 pm

That is true

It just seemed like I was getting the "Awwww, you could have done so much better.... Tisk, tisk"

I guess I just wanted to share that I did get a decent deal

Piers · Post by **Piers** » Mon Jun 16, 2008 4:58 pm

oh, no doubt it's a good deal! I wasn't trying to say you could have done better.. I ordered a WPG, I like to get my stuff new and work it in myself. Esp since I noticed the same things as you on ebay, new unissued bags can be pricey.

Las Vegas Jones · Post by **Las Vegas Jones** » Mon Jun 16, 2008 5:13 pm

Sorry, I think I over reacted about this

Yesterday was Fathers Day and My Dad passed away last August, so this was the first Fathers day without him and I guess it affected me more than I thought

Sorry again everyone

Piers · Post by **Piers** » Mon Jun 16, 2008 5:23 pm

That stinks, sorry to hear it LVJones..

I didn't think you over-reacted btw..

Erri · Post by **Erri** » Thu Jun 19, 2008 4:54 am

Well if you're happy with your purchase, that's what is important

riothamus wrote:Unfortunately, its been on hold since June 2. They've just updated the page. For a few days they didn't even list the MKVII's as availabe in the collector's page. I've been waiting to order some.

Excelsior,
Riothamus

Kevin posted more info on his website, nothing to worry about
http://www.endicotts.co.uk/product_info ... ucts_id=42