Date You Ordered Your AB

Indy30 · Post by **Indy30** » Sat Jun 07, 2008 6:13 pm

Yes, bottled water of the highest quality! :!:

gabrielle · Post by **gabrielle** » Sat Jun 07, 2008 6:15 pm

Indiana Croft wrote:Hey thanks, I was thinking the spray bottle method as well, I'm going to use "bottled water".

Croft

I've heard mention from many COW members that distilled water is the one to use.

Indy30 · Post by **Indy30** » Sat Jun 07, 2008 6:41 pm

gabrielle wrote:
Indiana Croft wrote:Hey thanks, I was thinking the spray bottle method as well, I'm going to use "bottled water".

Croft
I've heard mention from many COW members that distilled water is the one to use.

:

Indiana Croft · Post by **Indiana Croft** » Sat Jun 07, 2008 7:03 pm

I've heard this to, I'll have to see it they've got smaller containers.
Last time I purchased I had to buy a gallon.

But we digress, please back to the topic at hand.

Who else has gotten the infamous white box

:

Croft

thatguyno1 · Post by **thatguyno1** » Sat Jun 07, 2008 7:50 pm

July 29 here for a Raiders and a CS.

gabrielle · Post by **gabrielle** » Sat Jun 07, 2008 9:37 pm

Indiana Croft wrote:Who else has gotten the infamous white box :

Croft

Only in my dreams, and I'm serious!!!

The Pilot · Post by **The Pilot** » Sat Jun 07, 2008 10:03 pm

The Pilot -- I assume a Raider's bash -- 11/30/07

Chewbacca Jones · Post by **Chewbacca Jones** » Sun Jun 08, 2008 5:41 pm

gabrielle wrote:
Indiana Croft wrote:Hey thanks, I was thinking the spray bottle method as well, I'm going to use "bottled water".

Croft
I've heard mention from many COW members that distilled water is the one to use.

That would be me who said that! Tap water has all kinds of junk in it that could stain a hat, so never use that. Distilled water has less of a chance of containing salt and minerals that could effect the dye on the felt, so it's the least risky. Basically, the purest, cleanest water is always best.

Indiana Croft · Post by **Indiana Croft** » Sun Jun 08, 2008 6:36 pm

Ya, the distilled water will be the way I'm going to go.
Thanks Chewie. walking carpet

Croft

thatguyno1 · Post by **thatguyno1** » Sun Jun 08, 2008 8:18 pm

Correction on the list. My date of order should be July 7/29 not 6/29.

Also - sorry - forgot the size - 23 1/2" whatever size that translates to.

Alan · Post by **Alan** » Sun Jun 08, 2008 9:35 pm

Okay, the trickle of hats began late last week. This is the week for the floodgates to open!

:fingers crossed:

Vegeta · Post by **Vegeta** » Sun Jun 08, 2008 9:40 pm

Steam....

gabrielle · Post by **gabrielle** » Sun Jun 08, 2008 10:14 pm

Vegeta wrote:Steam....

You goof.

That was affectionate...

Speedster · Post by **Speedster** » Mon Jun 09, 2008 7:37 am

New here on the forum.

Ordered my AB de Luxe on 26 May.

Regards
Speedster

Canasta · Post by **Canasta** » Mon Jun 09, 2008 12:48 pm

Mine is a 7 3/8
I ordered it the last week of June, 2007.
hopefully soon.

C

Kolawan · Post by **Kolawan** » Tue Jun 10, 2008 10:13 am

Ordered here Dec 28, 2007 KOTCS Hero
Size 24 inches (need to convert to hat sizes when Steve contacts me back)
Jason

Indiana · Post by **Indiana** » Fri Jun 13, 2008 12:01 pm

Well, I am HAPPY to say that my AB arrived today--June 13! It's wonderful.

Sabich · Post by **Sabich** » Fri Jun 13, 2008 6:06 pm

Ordered a CS bash on 3/28/08

IndyBlues · Post by **IndyBlues** » Fri Jun 13, 2008 8:17 pm

Indiana wrote:Well, I am HAPPY to say that my AB arrived today--June 13! It's wonderful.

Congrats, Indiana. Can't wait to see some pics.
'Blues

Mulceber · Post by **Mulceber** » Sat Jun 14, 2008 4:24 pm

Just received my KCS hat today, June 14. She's a beaut'. :junior: -M

Treadwell · Post by **Treadwell** » Sat Jun 14, 2008 8:37 pm

Hat received June 13!

Now I'm off to the premire! Oh, wait...

Chaval85 · Post by **Chaval85** » Tue Jun 17, 2008 7:19 am

Hi everybody! I'm new around here, treat me well!

My AB order date: July 24th 2007. Raiders bash (no concrete scene). Size: 59 cm.

Nice to meet you all!

KrYpToNiAn1 · Post by **KrYpToNiAn1** » Wed Jun 18, 2008 6:51 pm

Adventurebuilt Crystal Skull Fedora Clone:
%100 Beaver Felt (Medium Weight)
Diameter: 23.5" (7-1/2 & my crown is: 14" x 14")
ORDERED: DECEMBER 12TH 2007

Anyone have any idea as to when this might show up? Am I really gonna have to wait 'til December 2008 or more?

s.

IndyFan89 · Post by **IndyFan89** » Wed Jun 18, 2008 7:40 pm

Probably around 8 mounths.

darthjones · Post by **darthjones** » Thu Jun 19, 2008 2:11 am

I ordered one a year ago this week so Dec. 2008 sounds about right!

Chaval85 · Post by **Chaval85** » Thu Jun 19, 2008 11:16 am

In fact, it depends on how many orders he got at the 2nd half of the last year.

If Steve got the same amount of orders like this month (June), it will keep that rythm easily.

We'll keep waiting for that wonderful hats.

JeffB · Post by **JeffB** » Thu Jun 19, 2008 11:32 am

I am going out of town on business for a few months in September. I am hoping my December 07 order shows up before I leave, but we'll see.

unerhij · Post by **unerhij** » Sat Jun 21, 2008 7:09 pm

Ordered mine on the 17th June 2008.

gabrielle · Post by **gabrielle** » Sat Jun 21, 2008 11:30 pm

Has anyone heard from Steve about what orders he's working on now? What month he's up to at this point?

nicktheguy · Post by **nicktheguy** » Sun Jun 22, 2008 12:45 am

An AB is an AB --- and whatever the wait it is worth it. I don't think Steve ever thought AB would take off as much as it has and I am sure the poor guy is working hard to get the orders out. As much as I am curious where my order stands I am not calling him weekly to find out my status...I am being as patient as I can...It is worth the wait....WELL worth the wait.

rhboyd · Post by **rhboyd** » Sun Jun 22, 2008 11:45 am

That's all swell... and the wait time is cool... and once it arrives, I know that any anxiety over waiting will vanish... but... but.

I can TOTALLY appreciate the overwhelm Steve must be feeling... the pressure he must be under... the repetetiveness of making and re-making and re-making this many hats... and I'm a patient guy... I am... but.... but.

and I quote... "You will have the hat by the time the film comes out is what I am promising, for orders taken now. Appreciate the interest. Steve"

That was September 21st, '07.

I know he's a busy man... and I am thrilled for him, and for Marc... but one little note... "falling behind schedule... it's gonna be late... cool?" would have been nice.

I designed the COA for the felt scraps... and the communications back and forth were great... "oh by the way... I'm a bit behind on the hats... cool?" would have been nice.

I'm totally not NOT upset... I'm really not... all I'm saying is it would have been nice.

I eagerly await the hat... and ALL this will blow away like mist once it arrives, I know...

oh Indy... the passions you inspire....

-r!

Iron Chef · Post by **Iron Chef** » Sun Jun 22, 2008 3:37 pm

Ordered mine on July 2 2007. I cant wait to get it. I think at this point it might be a special occasion hat although I may wear it everyday for awhile when I get it because I have been Jonesing for it for so long.

Iron Chef-Raiders ordered July 2 2007

OSU1138 · Post by **OSU1138** » Sun Jun 22, 2008 8:19 pm

My AB arrived yesterday (6/21) $\:D/$

I had family in from out of town this weekend so I haven't had much time to wear it and take pics, but I am glad it finally made it. The wait may be long, but it is worth it in the end.

A big "Thank You!" to Steve.

Alan · Post by **Alan** » Sun Jun 22, 2008 8:27 pm

^Congrats!

Canasta · Post by **Canasta** » Tue Jun 24, 2008 12:13 pm

I ordered it late June of last year.
not much communication from Steve as is the case will all, however, when i did email him I always got a response.

Friday I slept a little late. My wife came into our bedroom with a big white box. I had no idea it was coming. I sprang out of bed and carefully opened the box.
I had been really nervous about the fit etc, mainly because it had been a year since the order and I had not talked with Steve often.

All I can say is this.
This is the hat that I had wanted since I was a kid. (I'm 39 now)
The fit was perfect and the look was like no other that I has ever had.
I'm looking for reasons to leave the house just so I can wear it out.
I love my Fed IV, but the Adventurebilt is now the one.

for those still waiting with nervous anticipation all I can say is take a calm breath and know that although it seems like forever, soon the day will come and you too will know what all the fuss is about.

Thanks Steve,

Chris Camp - The Whip Guy
AKA Canasta

indyrocks · Post by **indyrocks** » Tue Jun 24, 2008 7:03 pm

Hi friends!

I haven't been around here much the past couple of years! I've been living in Israel. I'm finally back and am proud to say I JUST (as in 10 minutes ago) ordered an AB-Raiders bash (Idol Grab)!!!

I've also ordered a Magnoli HJ to tide me over until I get my AB. I'll post picks of the HJ as soon as I get it.

It's nice to be back!

Cheers

WhipDude · Post by **WhipDude** » Tue Jun 24, 2008 10:04 pm

Canasta, gonna post pics of it any time soon of how it looks?

agent5 · Post by **agent5** » Tue Jun 24, 2008 10:11 pm

I'm looking for reasons to leave the house just so I can wear it out.

You have one this week.

I'll see you on Friday. Can't wait to see it in person.

Alan · Post by **Alan** » Tue Jun 24, 2008 10:35 pm

Good news, Canasta. I'm a late June order with the same size as you. It can't be long now.

Congrats on the new lid.

Minnesota Jones · Post by **Minnesota Jones** » Wed Jun 25, 2008 2:29 pm

'Blues, I popped in your first post and added my order (11-8-07) to the list as well. So you don't have to....

IndyBlues · Post by **IndyBlues** » Wed Jun 25, 2008 4:59 pm

Minnesota Jones wrote:'Blues, I popped in your first post and added my order (11-8-07) to the list as well. So you don't have to....

Thanks Minnesota, I appreciate the help!

Mike

ANZAC_1915 · Post by **ANZAC_1915** » Wed Jun 25, 2008 6:32 pm

9/16/2007 size 25 (!) Raiders - hybrid between Raven Bar and Cairo

Chewie Louie · Post by **Chewie Louie** » Sat Jul 12, 2008 11:50 am

*bump* This is a neat thread.

swisslet · Post by **swisslet** » Sat Jul 12, 2008 2:05 pm

I put the order in for my AB Deluxe with Marc on 7th July 2008, and I'm looking at around 14 months wait. In the meantime, I get to have a long think about whether I go for SOC of KCS. Time is on my side, however.

Question: my Fed IV has a tendency to sit on the top of my head when bashed with a centre dent. My other hats don't do this, but it annoyed me so much that in the end I went for a teardrop. I'm a touch concerned my AB will do this too, and it's the one hat that I certainly **do** want a centre dent on. Any thoughts? Any bash likely to be particularly sensitive to that? Anything I should mention to Marc? I'm sure it will be a beautiful hat, regardless, but.... a centre dent would be best and I don't want to wait 14 months to have to compromise on the look!

Chewbacca Jones · Post by **Chewbacca Jones** » Sat Jul 12, 2008 2:49 pm

Bufflehead says he got his, so that's needs to be updated.

Bufflehead Jones · Post by **Bufflehead Jones** » Sat Jul 12, 2008 2:49 pm

Received my KotCS AB on 7/10/08. $\:D/$

Bufflehead Jones · Post by **Bufflehead Jones** » Sat Jul 12, 2008 2:53 pm

Boy, we have got like three avatars on this page that need a "wide load" sign attached to them. The mods are going to zap those things soon. Guys, when are you going to learn, you can't have avatars that big.

XPLSV · Post by **XPLSV** » Tue Jul 22, 2008 8:46 pm

XPLSV - 7 3/8 - 11/21/2007

IndianaGear Hunter · Post by **IndianaGear Hunter** » Tue Jul 22, 2008 10:38 pm

Need to check this thread for others that have received theirs:

viewtopic.php?t=23999&start=900

I think you can add McFly and Indiana Jess as having received their AB's

darthjones · Post by **darthjones** » Thu Jul 24, 2008 5:02 am

Just got mine today! Actually, this one is for my dad but ordered in June of '07.