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BEAVER FUR
A number of old Hat Corporation of America patents are easily available through Google Patent Search. There are some interesting tidbits in the patents. Apologies if I am reposting info. Fabric, Hat and the Method of Making the Same #2322255 This article discusses beaver, rabbit, wool... -
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Shell Cordovan Florsheim Saddle shoes...or are they?
I am not sure if these are shell cordovan. I think they might be calfskin. For $30 though they look awesome. A little edge dressing and they'll look great. I have two pairs of shell cordovan shoes. The leather has a waxy appearance - I can practically run a horsehair brush or a cloth over...- Barry
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- Forum: General Attire & Accoutrements
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Suit critique please?
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How they wore them in the 40's
Something like this? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VbL6YnmnprI :) -
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Halloween Costumes
If I were going to dress up I might think about a character from a comic book too. "Batman" from "Scar of the Bat" by Max Allan Collins would probably be a lot of fun (and relatively simple too, I guess).- Barry
- Post #139
- Forum: The Observation Bar
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Just got my Magnoli suit . . . .
My jacket was fine. I've lost a considerable amount of weight and it no longer fits properly though. My measurements were taken by the owner of a menswear store that has been in operation since the mid-1960's. I'm pretty sure the owner measures his customers for Samuelsohn suits and custom... -
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What do you use to shave?
I'm still using my Feather Artist Club (a straight styled razor with disposable blades). Typically my first pass is with a DE then I follow up with the AC. It's amazing how close I can get with the Feather. Some days I have virtually no stubble late into the afternoon.- Barry
- Post #361
- Forum: Skills and Smarts
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strangest, weirdist or just plain wrong toy from your youth
I believe I remember this "toy" being mentioned in Consumer Reports. I think it was actually available in Virginia because I'm pretty sure I saw it on the shelf. Basically, it was a fruit drink that came in a plastic bottle shaped like a gun. The opening was at the end of the gun barrel...- Barry
- Post #39
- Forum: The Observation Bar
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strangest, weirdist or just plain wrong toy from your youth
On my 8th birthday I had a small party at my house and a few friends and neighborhood kids came over. One of the gifts I received was a "Welcome Back Kotter Desk Set." I remember it had a little stapler, a cup for pencils (I think), a tray for note paper and something else. Affixed to each...- Barry
- Post #26
- Forum: The Observation Bar
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The Dumbest Comment I Ever Heard
I went up to the Baltimore Comicon for a couple of hours. I wore some vintage clothing including an old Knox fedora, one of my Hollywood jackets and a tie. I was also wearing a pair of (non-vintage) higher waisted trousers. As I was walking in two guys were off to the side of the building... -
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How to preserve and store vintage books / magazines?
I have been reading some comics and graphic novels for a while now. I was buying in trades but decided to switch to individual issues. I store the comics in Mylar sleeves with a acid-free backing boards. The sleeves are not inexpensive, but I feel they are worthwhile. I also keep everything...- Barry
- Post #24
- Forum: The Reading Room
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Man Made or Leather Soles?
Most of my shoes have leather soles although I did have "zip" style soles placed on a few pairs of shoes. Also, I had the soles on a casual pair of shoes replaced with an Alden/Goodyear lug sole (I guess it's the commando style sole). The sole comes in two pieces which is a plus for me...- Barry
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- Forum: General Attire & Accoutrements
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What Are You Reading
I'm enjoying some graphic novels and flipping through a Manhwa book. The Yellow "M" (Edgar P. Jacobs) Smoke (De Campi / Kordey) and Hotel California by JTK Barry- Barry
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- Forum: The Reading Room
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What Are You Reading
Mr. White's Confession by Robert Clark.- Barry
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- Forum: The Reading Room
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WHOS ROCKABILLY?
In addition to many of those listed I also enjoy listening to The Hi-Q's and Buck Stevens. I definitely play them a lot on my iPod when I'm driving around. Barry- Barry
- Post #81
- Forum: The Observation Bar
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Your favorite Hot Dog Stand?
Half-Smokes are popular in DC. They are a local sausage (from Maryland, I think). I'm not sure how many you get to a pound but they are smokey and spicey. I don't eat them all that often as they are pretty high in fat. Ben's is the best place to go if you are ever in the mood to try one. I...- Barry
- Post #97
- Forum: The Observation Bar
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help needed in VB
I grew up in the area and I still have family down there. I think the Act II stores are still open but you should call ahead. Also, I'm almost positive they will have more contemporary and modern clothing - but you never know! Here's some information from Hampton Roads magazine: Act...- Barry
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- Forum: The Powder Room
