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  1. Tomasso

    Gable vs. Bogart

    There were more than a few actors that could have stretched as Muni and Olivier did but they didn't have the courage to buck the system. Both men retreated to the theater when they felt restricted. Of course many stars didn't have the stage chops to fall back on.
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    Gable vs. Bogart

    He was given a long leash by Warner Brothers; an aberration in the studio system.
  3. Tomasso

    Art Deco Artisan Ludwig Vogelgesang

    Those pieces look great! Well done!
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    How can I remove old finish on boots?

    Good to see the acetone worked out for you. And thanks for the heads up on Instant Spit Shine.....as if....;)
  5. Tomasso

    items of clothing that make you cringe

    Vintage:Fair Isle sweaters Modern:It would be easier to mention things that don't make me cringe.
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    hats in the heat : with or without liner ?

    In warmer climes I reach for an open weave/vented straw when the dew point approaches the mid sixties.
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    Abraham Lincoln’s Top Hat: The Inside Story

    Abraham Lincoln’s Top Hat: The Inside Story By Stephen L. Carter Smithsonian Magazine November 2013 Does the hat that links us to his final hours define the president? Or does the president define the hat? Abraham Lincoln was our tallest president. At...
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    Art Deco Artisan Ludwig Vogelgesang

    The Wall Street Journal An Artisan's Devotion to Art Deco Ludwig Vogelgesang—equipped with special tools, rare materials and traditional know-how—revives furniture of the 1920s and 1930s By J.S. MARCUS April 3, 2014 8:39 p.m. ET Cabinetmaker Ludwig Vogelgesang Beatriz da Costa...
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    What Hat Are You Wearing Today 1?

    Bertie Wooster aka Hugh Laurie
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    Leather Collar Wear

    A few of the high end makers include a replacement collar with purchase for just this situation. I've yet to use them as I always wear a scarf, turtle neck or collared shirt with my leathers.
  13. Tomasso

    How can I remove old finish on boots?

    http://slam.canoe.ca/Slam/Wrestling/Bios/tomasso.html
  14. Tomasso

    Anyone with any experience with R Lauren's "Purple Label"?

    Of course! Good to see I'm not the only one sporting the look.;)
  15. Tomasso

    How can I remove old finish on boots?

    Would you be kind enough to share your boot refurb project (including photos) with fellow members? :)
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    Anyone with any experience with R Lauren's "Purple Label"?

    You're trying to make my terry cloth blazer sound frivolous. Look, I only wear it to the beach, OK.
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    Anyone with any experience with R Lauren's "Purple Label"?

    If you read my post above you'll see that I've given kudos for just that.:) But when Ralph walks into the Charles Department Store in Katonah (NY), which is stocked with classic American workwear, and buys one of everything for the sole purpose of knocking it off.......in the third...
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    Anyone with any experience with R Lauren's "Purple Label"?

    Not a follower of men's fashion, are you.
  20. Tomasso

    Shoe trees

    That's was, as he has since sold most of his formidable collection.
  21. Tomasso

    WWII Escapologist - Obituary

    "heard Hitler and Goebbels speak from only a few yards away. " A missed opportunity to let fly with a few rounds.:(
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    How can I remove old finish on boots?

    Try acetone.
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    Anyone with any experience with R Lauren's "Purple Label"?

    TJ Maxx have designated "runway" stores that get designer goods from the likes of RL and from stores like Barney's and sell them at a steep discount (70-80% off). Lots of the stuff ends up on eBay after a healthy markup.
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