Gas mask bag sewing thread?

[sithspawn]

Anyone know what the thickness, type,color, etc. of thread I use for a MK VII gas mask bag. I want to do a minor repair and want to get as close as possible.

[binkmeisterRick]

A thread about thread! Your best bet would be to take the bag to a fabric store and see what they have that most closely resembles the thread already there. My guess is that you'd want a heavier cotton thread.

[indyclone]

"a thread about thread " oh bink you slay me , hahahahah

[tym]

It's going to vary a bit depending on precisely what shade your bag is, but I had a reasonable match using Gutermann #520, 100% polyester, in a 33-yard spool. It's also about the exact thickness of the original thread.

[sithspawn]

Checked with the local JoAnn's and the #520 is a little too light for my bag. I did find a shade in their regular all purpose that was a perfect match, but NOT in the heavy duty. Anyone know if Gutermann's makes their regular colors in heavyduty?

[RCSignals]

you may have to go to a place that does 'tarp and awning' or upholstery work
The heaviest tread most fabric stores usually have is 'button' thread, which may be OK for your bag.

[Weston]

If you can find a tack store, you can find heavy waxed cotton thread, like they use for saddles and bridles. That would be my choice.

Weston