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Fedoras and beards
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Alternatives to a fedora
The pork pie hat is making a comeback in Oz. I went to a Car and bike show recently debating if I should wear a panama of the trusty Akubra but I finally stettled on wearing my porkpie hat thinking that it would be unique and a tad retro. I got there and I was spewing chip when I saw a couple... -
Where do FL readers stand on tattooing?
Both my arms are completely tattooed, full sleeves.This is somewhat strange for a man in my proffession. I am a Minister with a mainline protestant Church in Australia. My grandfather had a tattoo of a dagger on his arm and "sailor Jerry" syle tatoos on his body. In memory of him I had a copy of...- LeFonque
- Post #56
- Forum: The Display Case
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Horsehide vs Goatshide
What are the major difference that people have experienced with a horsehide vs goatshide Jacket? I have read a number of different article on the difference but what has been the general experience of members of the forum? For example wieght issues, warmth and protectetion durability and so on.- LeFonque
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- Replies: 41
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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Okay,....so who was it here that bought this one? Who gets congrats?
Nice hat shame about the price. -
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Jimmy Hat /stingy brim, Panama
I have been looking at buying "the Jimmy" Hat from Baron hats. in the movie, the "whole 10 yards". 100% High Grade Panama Crown: 4 1/4” Brim: 1 3/4” Stingy-Brim cut Hatband: 1" Original Multi-layered Grosgrain. Has anyone on the forum had any experience of Baron Hats -
Attention Hat Wearers
inside, outside really what does it matter? Some hats I have are indoor hats that I would never wear outside. There are other hats that I don't wear indoors and of course there is an etiquette for wearing hats, both inside and out. Personally, I have some strange quirks. I have reading hats... -
WHAT ABOUT BERETS?
really appreciate the comments thanks for all the feedback. -
Playing outside
Ahh! nostalgia isn't what it use to be.- LeFonque
- Post #58
- Forum: The Observation Bar
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The Rakish Angle
Take a look at Dan Kelly brother of Australia's own Ned Kelly and a mamber of the infamous Kelly gang. Talk about a jaunty angle! http://www.arts.monash.edu.au/ncas/resources/mediality/kelly/KFLMSOC.HTM -
WHAT ABOUT BERETS?
I have to admit to having a like for mens Berets. What do others think? -
Playing outside
Whoa this is a pretty heavy thread. I have been working with young people, and families on the margin to about 20 years. What I see is some pretty sound arguments being presented. As the my situation here in Australia, I would have to say that there are not as many kids on the street, and in...- LeFonque
- Post #45
- Forum: The Observation Bar
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The Rakish Angle
I have family photos at home with uncles of mine wearing their British armycaps at a 'jaunty' angle in WWI. In WWII German Kriegsmarine (Navy) and Luftwaffe overseas cap were designed to be worn at an angle. I have a photo of my wife's uncle wearing his panzer uniform in 1944 with his cap at an... -
Attention Hat Wearers
If you don't wear a hat with a decent brim in the summer with the UV in Australia you would have to be crazy. We do have a saying regarding our beloved Akubra "the broader the brim the smaller the property". -
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Attention Hat Wearers
Having a head like mine a hat is AWAYS preferable. I have a great face for Radio.:( -
Screen Names...
cool nicks My nick is a combination of two names. Because I was a bit of a revolutionary when I was younger my american friend called me Leon after Leon Trotsky who he said I had some resemblance to. LeFonque was my original nickname when I first started to use the internet about 15 years ago.I...- LeFonque
- Post #114
- Forum: The Observation Bar
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A question of size.
not tooo tight I am in total agreement loose is always better than too tight. Leather is good to pad the sweatband for fur hats, however I find that velcro backing is good for straw hats as they have a bit of give yet make the hat feel secure in the wind. NO you don't fit the velcro to your... -
Schott Jacket Suggestions?
SCHOTTS GOOD EXERIENCE I live in Melbourne Australia. I have three Schott Jackets. 1 from a trip to Germany, 2 I have from their web page on the net.I have had nothing but good experience to date with their jackets. Fit is styled for a modern fit rather than a vintage fit. Suits me being...- LeFonque
- Post #3
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
