Roll call! MK VII inspection, open 'em up!
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Roll call! MK VII inspection, open 'em up!
So, I got my new WPG bag this morning, and it's still empty....
What do you folks keep in your MK VII bag?
Besides rare artifacts, of course.
What do you folks keep in your MK VII bag?
Besides rare artifacts, of course.
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In the small pocket in the middle I keep a compass. In the smaller back pocket I keep my moleskine address book, the other back pocket I keep my regular leather journal. In the main front part I keep a steno notebook and whatever paperback I am reading, a regular moleskine notebook (i am addictied to those little books), my fountain pen and a mechanical pencil. Where the little pocket on the outside is I keep one of my dogtags attached with the small chain through the eyelet for the string (the tag is tucked in the pocket).
--Scott
--Scott
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Since I got my WPG bag, I don't use my pockets anymore. I put my wallet, phone, diary, moleskin sketchbook and other stuff in there. I use it for work- all the time. I keep a little measuring tape in there as well for site visits (I work for an Architect). That little pocket in the centre though I find hard to use... but these bags rock!
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Well,...
I HAD a Mark VII Bag, found it at a market in England while stationed there. Lacking online access at the time, I decided that "Nah, this ain't Indy's bag, it don't look right, I reckon, hmmmm.."
I gave it to a friend and forgot about it.
This maybe one of the thousands of reasons why some new people don't post.
I also get hit myself in the head over and over now that I realize that Wested and Noel Howard were right under my nose. I discovered this AFTER I came home. That's always a nice recollection.
I HAD a Mark VII Bag, found it at a market in England while stationed there. Lacking online access at the time, I decided that "Nah, this ain't Indy's bag, it don't look right, I reckon, hmmmm.."
I gave it to a friend and forgot about it.
This maybe one of the thousands of reasons why some new people don't post.
I also get hit myself in the head over and over now that I realize that Wested and Noel Howard were right under my nose. I discovered this AFTER I came home. That's always a nice recollection.
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No MkVII, but my Indy-esque, re-strapped gas mask bag is used by me to transport soap, shampoo, toothbrush, razor, etc. back and forth from the ol' Dorm room to the Shower.
Leaves both hand free to protect the integrity of the towel. It's risky business walking otherwise with college-kid humor
Regards,
Farn
Leaves both hand free to protect the integrity of the towel. It's risky business walking otherwise with college-kid humor
Regards,
Farn
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- Book of Mathematical equations
- Ark Journal
- Rope
- Wells Lamont Gloves
- Bullets
- Extra Crackers (No, not a white guy and not the ones you eat )
- Deck of Playing Cards ("YOU cheat Dr. Jones! You cheat!")
- Extra Cash (Just in case)
- Handkerchief
When I'm in the field I be sure to carry these items as well:
- Gerber Multi Tool (MP 700 to be exact, best birthday present ever! )
- Magnifying glass
- WWII Compass
- Field Journal
- My Dog tags
- Flash Light
- USMC Knife (HOORAH!)
- And of course, my favorite book of all time, Jurassic Park!
- Ark Journal
- Rope
- Wells Lamont Gloves
- Bullets
- Extra Crackers (No, not a white guy and not the ones you eat )
- Deck of Playing Cards ("YOU cheat Dr. Jones! You cheat!")
- Extra Cash (Just in case)
- Handkerchief
When I'm in the field I be sure to carry these items as well:
- Gerber Multi Tool (MP 700 to be exact, best birthday present ever! )
- Magnifying glass
- WWII Compass
- Field Journal
- My Dog tags
- Flash Light
- USMC Knife (HOORAH!)
- And of course, my favorite book of all time, Jurassic Park!
Compass, Mora knife, old Camp King folder, 3 ft wire, telescope, magnesium fire starting tool, spare shoe laces, Box of 44 Specials, Flint and steel, fish hooks and line, hand generator flash light, wire saw, sewing kit and 50 ft nylon card, screw driver and a half dozen safety pins and a stainless steel flask of V.O.
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In my WPG MkVII I carry:
-Wells Lamonts
-6" fixed blade Buck knife
-small first aid kit
-50" of parachute line
-wire saw
-Mag Lite (the two AA battery size)
-a pack of spare AA batteries
-a small 3"x5" Bible
-a few, maybe 4, small bungee cords
-book of matches
-lighter (disposable Bic variety as I don't own a "Lucky Charm")
-Victorinox "Super Tinker" knife
-spare bullets (only when I'm hunting, otherwise I don't carry a gun so no bullets)
I think that's it. I don't carry my bag every day, just when I'm out in the woods or hiking.
Luke
-Wells Lamonts
-6" fixed blade Buck knife
-small first aid kit
-50" of parachute line
-wire saw
-Mag Lite (the two AA battery size)
-a pack of spare AA batteries
-a small 3"x5" Bible
-a few, maybe 4, small bungee cords
-book of matches
-lighter (disposable Bic variety as I don't own a "Lucky Charm")
-Victorinox "Super Tinker" knife
-spare bullets (only when I'm hunting, otherwise I don't carry a gun so no bullets)
I think that's it. I don't carry my bag every day, just when I'm out in the woods or hiking.
Luke
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trips
Took a trip to Squaw Valley skiing over the Thanksgiving holidays. Took my bag with assorted food items, magazines, and cell phone. Now, I didn't wear the bag while skiing, but wore it on the plane ride over there, as well as my leather jacket, PB fedora, and my new JCrews.
A well dressed "traveler"
A well dressed "traveler"
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Michaelson,
You must have a short memory. Of course, I was referring to this question: Can you list the leather from stongest to weakest? No, I mean which Pecard’s do I use with…, no – that’s not it either. Which color ribbon is more screen accurate? What are the dimensions of the Grail Diary? What color socks..? Boxers or briefs? Hmmm. I can’t remember myself now
You must have a short memory. Of course, I was referring to this question: Can you list the leather from stongest to weakest? No, I mean which Pecard’s do I use with…, no – that’s not it either. Which color ribbon is more screen accurate? What are the dimensions of the Grail Diary? What color socks..? Boxers or briefs? Hmmm. I can’t remember myself now
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Lets see when im on vacation i carry:
Batteries
2-3 books
gameboy
notebook
pens and pencils
magazines
cd player
cd's
some food
anything else i want on the plane
I use my repro when i go on vacations so if i lose it or it gets torn or sommin i havent hurt my real one.
When i go on short car trips:
cd's
cd player
magazines
books
notebook and pencil
and for hiking:
Gloves
Water
knife (with my m1 bayonet on my belt too)
rope
anything else i need
i think thats it...
Regards,
Indiana
Batteries
2-3 books
gameboy
notebook
pens and pencils
magazines
cd player
cd's
some food
anything else i want on the plane
I use my repro when i go on vacations so if i lose it or it gets torn or sommin i havent hurt my real one.
When i go on short car trips:
cd's
cd player
magazines
books
notebook and pencil
and for hiking:
Gloves
Water
knife (with my m1 bayonet on my belt too)
rope
anything else i need
i think thats it...
Regards,
Indiana
Make that three hardboiled eggs... I carry everything I need when I use the bag for fossil-finding at the danish beaches. Come to think of it... I dont really need much: Something to eat, something to drink and a place to small fossiles. The bag is great for that, the holes in the bottom makes the water drop out. Phone, notebook etc. is in the Wested, where else?
best regards from IndyK
best regards from IndyK
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Lets's see. Wells Lamont gloves, Gerber multi-plier, lenstatic compass, sandbag, playing cards, pocket bullwhip (it's a perfect fit, Kyle!), U.S. Army survival knife (sheathed), notebook, pen, pencil, gum, matches, lighter, spare whip crackers, bandaids, ointment, small binoculars, and a Mini Maglite.
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Mak, I think you should remember that this is a forum for people of all ages, I dont really think your first comment is appropriate, IMHO. And actually, the real bag, like the repros has the pattern on the buttons. Although, on the real bags, its the lines are thinner and they are smaller than on the repros. The plain buttons are also mainly on MKVI's but there are some cases of plain buttons on MKVII's.
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I think the younger members already know what that is, Indiana. If not, they must be living in a cave with no connection to the the internet world.
For their own sakes, they better know what that is.
For their own sakes, they better know what that is.
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hi gearheads,
refering to a condom does not seem any more inappropriate that refering to guns and ammo in the mk vii. i am reminded of a comedian who once quipped about how, in america, it is ok for kids to watch tv episodes where people kill and maim each other, but god forbid if they should actually be exposed to anything that connotes sexuality.
just an observation.
happy new year!
john
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refering to a condom does not seem any more inappropriate that refering to guns and ammo in the mk vii. i am reminded of a comedian who once quipped about how, in america, it is ok for kids to watch tv episodes where people kill and maim each other, but god forbid if they should actually be exposed to anything that connotes sexuality.
just an observation.
happy new year!
john
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Good Points
Good points, Gradalis!!!!
politically correct? i guess it would be "politically correct" for indy to use protection...hehe. i hope that there are not politically correct administraters who police this site with a puritanical eye. being tasteful and considerate does not equate to being victorian in one's worldview.
besides, it most likely wouldn't be the young readers of indygear who would be offended by the mention of a condom in a mark vii...it would no doubt be the parents. but since indy was an academic, i firmly believe that he believed in the first ammendment. also, any fan of the movies knows that indy defintely was heterosexual...and we all know that he was a careful guy.
cheers,
john
besides, it most likely wouldn't be the young readers of indygear who would be offended by the mention of a condom in a mark vii...it would no doubt be the parents. but since indy was an academic, i firmly believe that he believed in the first ammendment. also, any fan of the movies knows that indy defintely was heterosexual...and we all know that he was a careful guy.
cheers,
john
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Another Great point!
Great points again Gradalis!
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Remember the kid who was "banned" by his parents for destroying a fedora? Well, some of the younger ones might be in danger of the same fate if their parents are offended by some of these comments. While it is quite natural, and should be taught, it's best to keep it in a proper venue. After all, we can't decide what's right for one kid or another, that's best left to their parent or guardian.
In any case, my MK VI contains my GPS, roller ball pens, Venice map, Salzburg map, northern Italy map, moleskine, old brass compass, clover lighter, smokes, and pocket change.
In any case, my MK VI contains my GPS, roller ball pens, Venice map, Salzburg map, northern Italy map, moleskine, old brass compass, clover lighter, smokes, and pocket change.
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You're probably right, although, if you refer to Aunt Sugars post, it could be that if someones parents saw it they might think this is a forum full of pervs, which it is most defenatly not!IndyBlues wrote:I think the younger members already know what that is, Indiana. If not, they must be living in a cave with no connection to the the internet world.
For their own sakes, they better know what that is.
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heck with the condom, he carries a Webley.
Indy tosses his pistol in the suitcase in Raiders in order to be "safe" ... and then he immediately follows that by throwing his bullwhip in the suitcase also.
Indy's first line in Raiders: "This is it."
Indy's final line in Raiders: "They don't know what they have there."
Indy tosses his pistol in the suitcase in Raiders in order to be "safe" ... and then he immediately follows that by throwing his bullwhip in the suitcase also.
Indy's first line in Raiders: "This is it."
Indy's final line in Raiders: "They don't know what they have there."