My distressed Gear so far.

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scot2525
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My distressed Gear so far.

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Just a few photos of the gear I have have been distressing. Most of the gear came from Todd with the exceptions being the gun and gloves.

The gloves were distressed naturally and include my own blood stains. The rest of the gear has seen artificial and accelerated distressing.

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Post by Indiana Rich »

Looks great. What did you use to distress the web belt? I really like the look.

Thanks

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↑ Yeah, it does! How did you distress it? :tup:

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McFly wrote:↑ Yeah, it does! How did you distress it? :tup:

Shane
Fullers earth on the belt and a scotchbrite pad with elbow grease on the buckle.
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elbow grease? what's that?
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PLATON wrote:elbow grease? what's that?
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PLATON wrote:elbow grease? what's that?
Pecard sells it.
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Post by Solent MKIII »

Good lookin' gear. I concur on the web belt - just subtle enough without being overdone. :junior:
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Post by knibs7 »

good start so far! you still need to beat, scratch, stomp, kick, scuff, maybe even BITE the #### out of your gear. good start though!


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Kt Templar wrote:
PLATON wrote:elbow grease? what's that?
Pecard sells it.
I think the 2 litre tub is the best value :twisted:
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Post by maboot38 »

PLATON,

I have plenty of extra elbow grease, just send me $19.95 and I'll put some in a box for you!

Before you buy elbow grease from any vendor Platon, be sure to go here before buying to make sure you are getting the best deal:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elbow_grease

:)

I'm also selling buckets of air in 1 and 2 litre sizes for anyone who is interested. :)
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lookin' good. :clap:
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Post by NatiJones »

Try some elbow grease in the garden on your gloves and they will be spectacular!!! Great gear keep up the good work!
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