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Bag and straps comparisons
Hey all, just some doubts here, for what i read WPG´s bags are the exact same bag as the mkvII only that brand new, easier to get , and have a pocket in the inside that its not split into 2, correct? any other difference?
Now straps doubts, which is the most screen accurate strap? Texas action gear?? WPG comes with a strap pretty good accurate??
Thanks for the help guys
Now straps doubts, which is the most screen accurate strap? Texas action gear?? WPG comes with a strap pretty good accurate??
Thanks for the help guys
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In my limited experience, the TAG strap looks better than the Keppler strap, and I really like the TAG buckle. The Keppler strap, on the other hand, is of a much nicer leather, and is much more comfortable. By nicer I mean thicker and softer. For a costume strap I'd go with TAG, for a strap I'll be using all the time I'm glad I have my Keppler. Keep in mind though that TAG ships in a few days whereas in could take you months for your Keppler strap. If I knew ahead of time that I could have my strap next week instead of in 2-8 months I think I'd go with TAG.
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There's no problem with a reproduction bag. The pocket thing is the only issue and honestly, who cares? The only reason the bag might look "odd" is that it's BRAND NEW and very crisp. Authentic bags are almost NEVER found in new, unissued condition so we're simply not used to seeing them that way. Kind of the way a new Wested almost looks silly right out of the box until it starts to develop character. I've owned three unissued bags and they all looked just like the repro before I bleached them. Id' go TAG for the strap and buckle. I have one of Richard's buckles and it's the best I've ever seen. VERY accurate. He also has the option of grooves/no grooves on the straps and they're readily available in two lenghts. You can also try toddscostumes.com Todd has a very similar strap and buckle and for about the same price. But with Todd's only the 65" strap is usually stocked. You have to have the 72" made on request as I understand it.
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You must have received a bad one, Pagey. Mine was heavy harness leather that softened up nicely with a treatment of Pecards. Bad color, but other than that, nothing toy about mine. Regards. MichaelsonPagey wrote:The WPG strap is simply horrible. The thing barely feels like leather and the colour is a thin painted on finish. You really can only throw it away. It's like a toy strap.
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You'll find a few comparison shots of a G&S 1942 bag and a redyed WPG repro HERE.
In my opinion the hardware could be a lot better, but that's just me.
I've seen shots of a repro Mk IV mask with a repro Mk VI bag, and the hardware on those are almost identical to the real deal.
It all depends on how picky you are about stuff like that I guess.
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In my opinion the hardware could be a lot better, but that's just me.
I've seen shots of a repro Mk IV mask with a repro Mk VI bag, and the hardware on those are almost identical to the real deal.
It all depends on how picky you are about stuff like that I guess.
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It is a Chicago screw:
http://www.texasactiongear.com/straptutorial.html
http://www.texasactiongear.com/straptutorial.html
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Haven't been around here much in the last few months having been job hunting and getting
married and all that. But just a reminder to all UK gearheads that the http://www.lost-ark.net
site offers a series of leather gear too.
Good to see an bagstrap thread running again
http://www.lost-ark.net
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married and all that. But just a reminder to all UK gearheads that the http://www.lost-ark.net
site offers a series of leather gear too.
Good to see an bagstrap thread running again
http://www.lost-ark.net
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I will make a strap with no grooves if you request it. I do have the 72" straps on hand. I guess that's not clear on the web page. It would be nice to hear from a few of the dozens of members here who have my straps and have told me that they love them.
As far as buckle, is there something wrong with mine?
I made mine from scratch to make it the most accurate possible. I'd like to hear feedback on what can be improved.
As far as buckle, is there something wrong with mine?
I made mine from scratch to make it the most accurate possible. I'd like to hear feedback on what can be improved.
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Sorry if this is a question that has been asked/debated a million times, but I am also in the same position. I need to get a strap for my MKVII, and I am not sure which one to go with.
Without creating a grudge match between the guys that are trying to sell their straps, what would be the things to look for in a strap?
Me personally, I would rather have a high quality strap that doesn't "bleed" or break. That is my top priority. Other than that, all of the straps seem to be about the same price, so what should I look for in terms of accuracy?
So far I know that darker the better, about 1 inch width, Chicago Screw, and for a 5'11" guy, a 65" strap will do.
So what about the buckle, the grooves?
Thanks!
Without creating a grudge match between the guys that are trying to sell their straps, what would be the things to look for in a strap?
Me personally, I would rather have a high quality strap that doesn't "bleed" or break. That is my top priority. Other than that, all of the straps seem to be about the same price, so what should I look for in terms of accuracy?
So far I know that darker the better, about 1 inch width, Chicago Screw, and for a 5'11" guy, a 65" strap will do.
So what about the buckle, the grooves?
Thanks!
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A quick note to those waiting for their straps:
There was a problem with my leather vendor as they sent me the wrong items to make the straps. After I sent those back, they forgot to re-send the correct items to me. Now, it has all been worked out and I can expect the materials any day now.
I apologize for the wait, as I pride myself on getting order completed and sent out very quickly. Unfortunately, I do not have control over difficult vendors. Rest assured these orders will be completed and sent out by the weekend.
Many thanks for the patience.
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There was a problem with my leather vendor as they sent me the wrong items to make the straps. After I sent those back, they forgot to re-send the correct items to me. Now, it has all been worked out and I can expect the materials any day now.
I apologize for the wait, as I pride myself on getting order completed and sent out very quickly. Unfortunately, I do not have control over difficult vendors. Rest assured these orders will be completed and sent out by the weekend.
Many thanks for the patience.
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I just received a TAG strap the other week to replace the one from Noel Howard. It's a nice strap. I really like the color and the ease with which it was attached to the bag. My ONLY complaint is that the strap is quite thin and I'd be concerned about it breaking if I were to carry somthing heavy in the bag. It's a great costume strap, but I wish it were also offered in a thick, heavy-duty version. The one from lost-ark.net looks thicker, but I wish the color were more like the TAG strap.
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You're certainly correct about the way your strap drapes--it does look better than a thicker piece of leather. I guess I'm the type of person who believes that something has to be thick to be strong. But summer's nearly here and I'll be wearing my bag to work often--the strap will get a good workout and my concerns about the strength of it will probably be put to rest. It is the best looking strap I've seen thus far.Texas Jones wrote:I used to provide the strap in thicker leather, but I think it makes it too bulky. Believe me, you cannot break this strap by placing something heavy in your bag. It is quite durable, and drapes across the body better.
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Falstaff,
I wouldn't worry about the thickness/durability ratio of the strap. Just think about how thin boot leather is and footwear goes through far more stress than most people realize even with just walking. Besides, with the length of these straps I'm guessing they'd have to be cut from the hide length-wise, with the grain. OH! By the way, what the heck do you plan to carry in your bag that can snap a leather strap
I wouldn't worry about the thickness/durability ratio of the strap. Just think about how thin boot leather is and footwear goes through far more stress than most people realize even with just walking. Besides, with the length of these straps I'm guessing they'd have to be cut from the hide length-wise, with the grain. OH! By the way, what the heck do you plan to carry in your bag that can snap a leather strap
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Just pitching one in from the cheap seats...
...I still like my old rifle sling that Ace, Redbeard, and The German got us looking into...
viewtopic.php?t=9981&highlight=possibly+bag+strap
Just got a MKVII, too, so the look is right. Still can't help thinking they used an old surplus rifle strap, since they used an old surplus gas mask bag. (But that's probably crazy talk... )
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...I still like my old rifle sling that Ace, Redbeard, and The German got us looking into...
viewtopic.php?t=9981&highlight=possibly+bag+strap
Just got a MKVII, too, so the look is right. Still can't help thinking they used an old surplus rifle strap, since they used an old surplus gas mask bag. (But that's probably crazy talk... )
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