The kind of wallet Indy would use

Bags, Boots, Shirts and all other gear should be discussed here.

Moderators: Mike, Cajunkraut, Tennessee Smith

Post Reply
User avatar
Bruce Wayne
Museum Curator
Museum Curator
Posts: 1304
Joined: Sat Feb 23, 2008 5:56 pm
Location: Gotham City by way of Hoosierville 46304

The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by Bruce Wayne »

http://www.filson.com/product/index.jsp ... age=family

I ordered one of these the other day. It arrived yesterday. Even though the wallet did not exist back in the '30's the company did. I firmly believe that this may be the last wallet I will ever have to buy, & I am 26.

Thanx!!!
Charlie
Adventure Dog
Archaeologist
Archaeologist
Posts: 351
Joined: Sun Aug 17, 2008 10:15 pm
Location: Mt Airy, MD

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by Adventure Dog »

That's a sharp looking wallet Charlie! I've never heard of Filson before (I do live under a rock), but it looks like they make some quality material!
As for wallets that Indy might use, not sure. He does keep a wad of cash in his jacket (Raven Bar scene), and no doubt his passport is on him somewhere.
Way to go for finding a suitable company (age wise)!

I've always been a fan of buying something that will last a LONG time and that is well worth the money spent. I think that Saddleback Leather has some pretty good options that might also serve as a good Indy Wallet.
http://www.saddlebackleather.com/155-ne ... ories-page

In fact Charlie, I may be in the same boat as you soon enough. I'd love nothing more than having one wallet for the rest of my life!

Thanks for sharing your wallet news!
User avatar
Bruce Wayne
Museum Curator
Museum Curator
Posts: 1304
Joined: Sat Feb 23, 2008 5:56 pm
Location: Gotham City by way of Hoosierville 46304

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by Bruce Wayne »

I was eyeballing their large bifold wallet a while back ( http://www.saddlebackleather.com/categories/101 ) but decieded against it because I don't like the idea of shoving all the cards that I carry into four pockets. When I think of doing that, it makes me think of this: ](*,)

My wallet that I just retired was being held together with a couple of pieces of duct tape. It also didn't have room for any pics in it. This new Filson wallet that I now have has twelve pockets for credit cards, & ten are currently in use right now.
User avatar
binkmeisterRick
Stealer of Wallets
Posts: 16926
Joined: Thu Mar 11, 2004 3:22 pm
Location: Chattering with these old bones

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by binkmeisterRick »

Bruce Wayne wrote: I firmly believe that this may be the last wallet I will ever have to buy, & I am 26.
He don't know me too well, do he? :BD: :lol:

Nice looking wallets, though!
User avatar
Louisiana Jones
Archaeologist
Archaeologist
Posts: 216
Joined: Sun Jul 22, 2007 10:45 pm
Location: USA
Contact:

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by Louisiana Jones »

Filson makes a quality product. Enjoy it!

LJ
User avatar
kwad
Professor of Archaeology
Professor of Archaeology
Posts: 1016
Joined: Sun Jan 24, 2010 5:26 pm
Location: Hiding under your bed at night.

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by kwad »

So, are you going to artificially distress it, or let is age naturally? ;)
User avatar
Bruce Wayne
Museum Curator
Museum Curator
Posts: 1304
Joined: Sat Feb 23, 2008 5:56 pm
Location: Gotham City by way of Hoosierville 46304

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by Bruce Wayne »

kwad wrote:So, are you going to artificially distress it, or let is age naturally? ;)
I follow the Michaelson rule when it comes to distressing. :M: :tup:
User avatar
SonofJoker
Laboratory Technician
Laboratory Technician
Posts: 107
Joined: Sat Sep 27, 2008 9:55 am
Location: Roanoke Virginia

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by SonofJoker »

Those are some awesome wallets. The bags look awesome too, but it'd take me two years just to save up enough money to buy one of those brief cases. :-k
User avatar
Indiana Jeff
Site Admin
Site Admin
Posts: 10204
Joined: Thu Aug 07, 2008 1:59 am
Location: TX Panhandle

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by Indiana Jeff »

Both Filson and Saddleback make great stuff. Neither are cheap, but if you figure you'll most likely never have to replace them (just stay away from Bink!) and odds are you'll be able to hand them down, it takes the edge off the cost.

Regards,

Indiana Jeff
User avatar
Indiana Bugs
Professor of Archaeology
Professor of Archaeology
Posts: 829
Joined: Sat Nov 07, 2009 4:24 pm

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by Indiana Bugs »

My last wallet lasted 22 years. My daughter recently (3 or 4 years ago?) replaced it with an almost identical one. 'Standard' biker wallets.
theinterchange
Museum Curator
Museum Curator
Posts: 1705
Joined: Wed Feb 20, 2008 11:47 am

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by theinterchange »

wallet schmallet
Last edited by theinterchange on Mon Oct 14, 2013 12:59 am, edited 1 time in total.
travisking544
Dig Worker
Dig Worker
Posts: 23
Joined: Fri Jun 25, 2010 2:28 am

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by travisking544 »

Adventure Dog wrote:That's a sharp looking wallet Charlie! I've never heard of Filson before (I do live under a rock), but it looks like they make some quality material!
As for wallets that Indy might use, not sure. He does keep a wad of cash in his jacket (Raven Bar scene), and no doubt his passport is on him somewhere.
Way to go for finding a suitable company (age wise)!

I've always been a fan of buying something that will last a LONG time and that is well worth the money spent. I think that Saddleback Leather has some pretty good options that might also serve as a good Indy Wallet.
http://www.saddlebackleather.com/155-ne ... ories-page

In fact Charlie, I may be in the same boat as you soon enough. I'd love nothing more than having one wallet for the rest of my life!

Thanks for sharing your wallet news!
just thought I would add, i bought the saddleback it is like sitting on a brick, with nothing in it. empty its 1/2 inch thick. funny though i then bought a filson love it.
User avatar
Bruce Wayne
Museum Curator
Museum Curator
Posts: 1304
Joined: Sat Feb 23, 2008 5:56 pm
Location: Gotham City by way of Hoosierville 46304

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by Bruce Wayne »

theinterchange wrote:THAT being said, are we a bunch of weirdos or what? :shock: Discussing what sort of wallet a fictional character would carry. ;) :lol: [note the extreme amount of jest behind that statement, we're not weird, just special :lol: ]

Randy
And to think there are some crazy people out there who worry aobut how a fake person does his laundry. Those people should be locked up. :Plymouth:
User avatar
riothamus
Archaeologist
Archaeologist
Posts: 299
Joined: Sun Sep 23, 2007 5:22 pm
Location: Winchester, VA

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by riothamus »

I just bought and received a saddleback leather large bifold. We'll see how it goes. So far I like the sturdy construction. And this one looks like it would survive getting run over by cars if I ever leave it on top of my car again! :lol: It's hard to beat their warranty. The price was pretty good compared to other high end leather wallets.

Riothamus
User avatar
Snakewhip_Sable
Scoundrel
Posts: 2256
Joined: Mon Oct 04, 2004 12:23 am
Location: Palliser City, south of Midian, Alberta, DBSSWDD
Contact:

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by Snakewhip_Sable »

Pretty sure Indy would carry a long travel wallet inside his jacket's mickey pocket - passport and boarding passes, and all card identification all have a pocket as well as leaving your bills flat and pressed. Total convenience and no unsightly back pocket protrusions with one of those.

Image
whipcracker
Dig Leader
Dig Leader
Posts: 624
Joined: Tue Apr 15, 2008 8:57 pm
Location: Hyde Park UT

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by whipcracker »

Snakewhip_Sable wrote:Pretty sure Indy would carry a long travel wallet inside his jacket's mickey pocket - passport and boarding passes, and all card identification all have a pocket as well as leaving your bills flat and pressed. Total convenience and no unsightly back pocket protrusions with one of those.

Image
I agree! No back pocket protrusions for Indy!

BTW What jacket is that in your picture, it looks very nice, good color.


I do agree though, both Filson and Saddleback are very good, very, very good. :)
User avatar
Snakewhip_Sable
Scoundrel
Posts: 2256
Joined: Mon Oct 04, 2004 12:23 am
Location: Palliser City, south of Midian, Alberta, DBSSWDD
Contact:

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by Snakewhip_Sable »

whipcracker wrote:What jacket is that in your picture, it looks very nice, good color.
Indy G's old sandpapered Wested. One of 'em anyway.
User avatar
Bruce Wayne
Museum Curator
Museum Curator
Posts: 1304
Joined: Sat Feb 23, 2008 5:56 pm
Location: Gotham City by way of Hoosierville 46304

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by Bruce Wayne »

I'm sorry but I have to call foul on the pinki paper clips. :[
User avatar
Snakewhip_Sable
Scoundrel
Posts: 2256
Joined: Mon Oct 04, 2004 12:23 am
Location: Palliser City, south of Midian, Alberta, DBSSWDD
Contact:

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by Snakewhip_Sable »

I was saving the floral ones for a special occasion.
User avatar
binkmeisterRick
Stealer of Wallets
Posts: 16926
Joined: Thu Mar 11, 2004 3:22 pm
Location: Chattering with these old bones

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by binkmeisterRick »

Sable, what kind of wallet is that? Oh, wait, I have it right here. :BD:
User avatar
Snakewhip_Sable
Scoundrel
Posts: 2256
Joined: Mon Oct 04, 2004 12:23 am
Location: Palliser City, south of Midian, Alberta, DBSSWDD
Contact:

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by Snakewhip_Sable »

Yet your hand still goes for my back pocket. :-k
User avatar
binkmeisterRick
Stealer of Wallets
Posts: 16926
Joined: Thu Mar 11, 2004 3:22 pm
Location: Chattering with these old bones

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by binkmeisterRick »

So, you're saying spend while I can? Can I quote you on that someday? :lol:
User avatar
Bruce Wayne
Museum Curator
Museum Curator
Posts: 1304
Joined: Sat Feb 23, 2008 5:56 pm
Location: Gotham City by way of Hoosierville 46304

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by Bruce Wayne »

[quote="_]Pretty much... I never have cash. I live from a credit card.[/quote]

A little off topic, but how do you survive without using cash? What if you get thirsty going down the road & stop for a fountain drink? Isn't it cumbersome using a CC for a $1 purchase or a quick burger at the drive thru? I don't know how you do it.
User avatar
Flyderf
Laboratory Technician
Laboratory Technician
Posts: 183
Joined: Mon Nov 02, 2009 5:51 pm
Location: Chicago Suburbs, or 37,000'

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by Flyderf »

I've traveled the globe with less than $30 in cash. I usually keep about $15-20 in singles for tips. US greenbacks ARE accepted everywhere on this planet. I charge the rest on one card, and it is looked over by the finance minister (wife) before it all gets paid off. Makes tax time much easier as well. Using a credit card works better on exchange rates than getting local currency as well.

Now trips to Vegas...............that's entirely a different story.
User avatar
backstagejack
Legendary Adventurer
Legendary Adventurer
Posts: 3465
Joined: Fri Sep 22, 2006 3:01 am
Location: Lost in the Jungle

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by backstagejack »

theinterchange wrote:
I said all this to say I think Indy would be similar. Just get something cheap [probably a pass case/checkbook style] and go on. When it wears out, get a new one.
I doubt it. This is the same man that wears 400 dollar shoes, 300 dollar jackets and 300 dollar hats, custom made pants and shirts......and tears them up on a constant basis....his wallet probably costs 100 dollars at least.....LOL


_ wrote: Cash is cumbersome and frankly it's probably dirtier than a toilet seat. Change is annoying. When I travel I carry only the following
lol, and yet, your car keys, keyboard and average door knob are just as dirty if not worse....

I only have cash...small problem with my last bank account chargin me 14 overdraft fees and me telling them what to go do with themselves....I find life easier with cash in my hand instead of on a computer screen....
User avatar
Bruce Wayne
Museum Curator
Museum Curator
Posts: 1304
Joined: Sat Feb 23, 2008 5:56 pm
Location: Gotham City by way of Hoosierville 46304

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by Bruce Wayne »

_ wrote:Cash is cumbersome and frankly it's probably dirtier than a toilet seat.
That's why we have something called an immune system. :TOH:
User avatar
Kentucky Blues
Professor of Archaeology
Professor of Archaeology
Posts: 834
Joined: Thu Oct 16, 2003 4:59 pm
Location: Kentucky
Contact:

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by Kentucky Blues »

Bruce Wayne wrote:
_ wrote:Cash is cumbersome and frankly it's probably dirtier than a toilet seat.
That's why we have something called an immune system. :TOH:
Yeah, but still... that can make ya shudder... not to mention your immune system won't help you pass a drug test if enough stuff gets in your system from money handlin'

-KB :D

Oh yeah, nice find on the wallet, though I'm kinda with Snakewhip on this one...
Bemo
Archaeologist
Archaeologist
Posts: 238
Joined: Tue Oct 09, 2007 10:23 pm
Location: Boise, ID

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by Bemo »

I got to know the local Secret Service Agent for our area awhile back when the first round of redesigned money was being introduced into circulation. He spent most of his time for awhile going from bank to bank educating the tellers about the new bills just to cut down on all false reports of counterfeits.
whipcracker
Dig Leader
Dig Leader
Posts: 624
Joined: Tue Apr 15, 2008 8:57 pm
Location: Hyde Park UT

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by whipcracker »

_, I know what you mean, I never have cash either, but as the saying goes I do have a wife and three kids... :roll:
User avatar
Bruce Wayne
Museum Curator
Museum Curator
Posts: 1304
Joined: Sat Feb 23, 2008 5:56 pm
Location: Gotham City by way of Hoosierville 46304

Re: The kind of wallet Indy would use

Post by Bruce Wayne »

I am closing in on 2 years of ownership of this wallet & am very happy with how it is holding up. Besides some scuffs the only wear is some creasing from the lower right corner of where it sits in my left back pocket
Post Reply