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30 Ways to Die of Electrocution in 1931
For much of rural Europe, electricity was still brand new, so they needed teaching aids. Here in the boonies of Indiana, my Grandparents didn't get electricity on the farm till 1939! We made fun of my Grandmother for years because she thought that if you left the outlets uncovered the...- Cigarband
- Post #4
- Forum: The Golden Era
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Goodwill buys
There is a way to size trousers without trying them on and I've used it for years when shopping at thrift shops. Fasten the waist closure and fly. Hold the pants by the waistband on either side above the front pockets, then keeping the waist opening of the pants closed, wrap the waistband... -
Aftershave : That nostalgic true masculine smell!
I've tried them all, and always come back to St.Johns Bay.:D https://www.stjohnsbayrum.com/default.asp- Cigarband
- Post #251
- Forum: General Attire & Accoutrements
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I have a clue, but want opinions
For an evening event, I'd go with the suggested Burgundy shoes. Solid light blue shirt and small colored pattern on a dark blue tie, (small knot). Beige or champagne silk pocket square. Just a thought.:D -
UK Law and Replica Guns
I am a Citizen. I have a concealed carry permit and have my tool (Smith&Wesson .38) with me always. I'll never understand how so many have let so few turn them from Citizens into Subjects.:eusa_doh:- Cigarband
- Post #17
- Forum: The Observation Bar
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Vintage Home Appliances Money Out The Window?
Since "Global Warming" is a crock, it doesn't matter to me.:D I await your attacks, ad hominem or otherwise.:p- Cigarband
- Post #37
- Forum: The Observation Bar
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Me and Orson Welles
Well, Efron is at least ten years younger than Ms. Danes.:eek:- Cigarband
- Post #7
- Forum: The Moving Picture
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VINTAGE CAPS PHOTO GALLERY
All thanks to you Marc, you just look so snazzy in them I had to get one of my own. Now I think I'm hooked.:D -
Your favourite smell
Fresh ground coffee Fresh bread AV Gas Bacon Chocolate My Mother's Kitchen- Cigarband
- Post #17
- Forum: The Observation Bar
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VINTAGE CAPS PHOTO GALLERY
I'm quite happy I got this one. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=350258508078&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT It fits good too.:D -
VINTAGE CAP BUTTON SIZE
According to Marc Chevalier, the vintage caps had small buttons. -
Ask a question, get an answer
Yes unfortunately, a hole not a divot. Right where the pinch is in the crown. It's the only flaw in an otherwise great hat. A Stetson Imperial that I got for cheap because of the hole. If it can't be repaired, I at least want to stop it from getting bigger. After all, you have to be about 6'4"... -
Ask a question, get an answer
Oh you Gurus of Garments, this humble supplicant seeks your wisdom. Is there a way to repair a hole in the felt of a fedora crown?[huh] It's about 2mm in diameter. Thanks. -
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The Pie Thread especially Apple
If you use Lard instead of butter, it doesn't matter what the temperature is. How do you think all those wonderful pies were made BEFORE refrigeration.:p And contrary to popular wisdom, Lard makes a much lighter and flakeyer crust.- Cigarband
- Post #11
- Forum: The Connoisseur
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Fall Haberdasher's Displays.
Fine goods Marty. Thanks so much for the pics.:)- Cigarband
- Post #3
- Forum: The Display Case
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WWII Crusher and Garrison Caps
Both are "real". See:http://www.acmedepot.com/keepemflying/crusher.shtml FLY NAVY:D -
30 Dumb Inventions
The tests went quite well. See it here:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bell_Rocket_Belt- Cigarband
- Post #25
- Forum: The Observation Bar
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30 Dumb Inventions
I built a window box kinda like it so my late cat could sit "outside". He was terrified of going outside, but loved the box.- Cigarband
- Post #24
- Forum: The Observation Bar
