NO FORTUNE LEFT, BUT I'M DIGGING THE GLORY.
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NO FORTUNE LEFT, BUT I'M DIGGING THE GLORY.
Hi, all. I am new to the forum, and just wanted to share my recent experiences. I finally took the plunge last week and ordered the Akubra Fed IV Deluxe, and apparently the floodgates opened. I thought to myself, "I've always wanted a real leather, 8-foot whip in Indy style..." So I ordered one. And you can't have a whip and not have a leather whip holder for your belt, too. So I got one of those. I've also been buying "good enough," bags for the longest time, but tonight I found a genuine Mk VII that was being sold online. The best part is that they are pretty much new old-stock, and the seller custom-makes leather straps for them. So in the space of a few days, I caught Indy fever all over again and seriously upped my game. I had forgotten how good it feels to be consumed by this child-like wonderment. Think I'm gonna just ride this wave for a while.
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Re: NO FORTUNE LEFT, BUT I'M DIGGING THE GLORY.
Welcome on board Barry !
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Re: NO FORTUNE LEFT, BUT I'M DIGGING THE GLORY.
Welcome to COW!
Looking forward to you posting pictures of your gear and do share the makers/sources.
Regards,
Indiana Jeff
Looking forward to you posting pictures of your gear and do share the makers/sources.
Regards,
Indiana Jeff
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Re: NO FORTUNE LEFT, BUT I'M DIGGING THE GLORY.
We've got a live one here!
Congratulations on your plunge! Please share pictures when it all arrives.
Congratulations on your plunge! Please share pictures when it all arrives.
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Re: NO FORTUNE LEFT, BUT I'M DIGGING THE GLORY.
WELCOME...
As the mates say, we expect photos...
As the mates say, we expect photos...
Re: NO FORTUNE LEFT, BUT I'M DIGGING THE GLORY.
Yeah, it certainly is exciting as this fever catches hold...until the bills come due!!!
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Re: NO FORTUNE LEFT, BUT I'M DIGGING THE GLORY.
You've come to the right place for tons of great info on all things Indy
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Re: NO FORTUNE LEFT, BUT I'M DIGGING THE GLORY.
Welcome aboard, your in for some fun times when it comes to collecting. Lots of good source material.
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Re: NO FORTUNE LEFT, BUT I'M DIGGING THE GLORY.
Thank you all for the warm welcome! I'm really honored to be among like-minded people. Pictures will definitely be coming soon. The whip came in, but it had a defect (no wrist loop), so I'm in the process of an exchange. But the bag should be here this coming week, and aside from the Akubra, that's the piece I'm most excited about.
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Re: NO FORTUNE LEFT, BUT I'M DIGGING THE GLORY.
Barry, welcome to the forum!
Can't wait to see your gear!
The Lady Canyon.
Can't wait to see your gear!
The Lady Canyon.
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Well, the bag came in and it is gorgeous:
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I also wanted to thank everyone for the warm welcome! I've wanted to join this community for a long time, and it is an honor to be around like-minded people.
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I also wanted to thank everyone for the warm welcome! I've wanted to join this community for a long time, and it is an honor to be around like-minded people.
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Re: NO FORTUNE LEFT, BUT I'M DIGGING THE GLORY.
I know I'm a bit belated here, but welcome! Sounds like you're off to a great start! Congrats on the Akubra, it is an awesome hat for the money. My fedora collection has been expanding rapidly as of late, and for quality vs. value it is tops on my list. Your bag looks awesome! I love the detail on the snaps. Can't wait to see the whip! Cheers!
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The bag looks great! Thanks so much for posting.