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Why does Indiana Jones wear a leather jacket in the dessert?
As someone who lives in the desert, I'll second some of the previous posts. A leather jacket might not be super comfy during the day, but I've seen temperature drops of 50 to 60 degrees between day and night here, not to mention the occasional sandstorm or high winds that would make a leather...- frussell
- Post #154
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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19th century Vaquero Jackets?
You might try searching for an Argentinian "carpincho" jacket, made from capybara. It's beautiful, and fairly tough suede-finished leather, and comes in gaucho/vaquero styles often. Your other option is a tailor-made Mexican charro jacket. My grandfather had several of both styles, and they...- frussell
- Post #3
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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The Stratoliner Association {Premiere}
Sorry man, I'll clear it out. Frank -
The Stratoliner Association {Premiere}
I used the code yesterday on a Stratoliner, got about $30 off, then received the same email this morning saying this hat is not in stock and that Sterling Leather would be glad to refund (or not put my PayPal purchase through), or get the hat made at no extra charge. At least Delmonico's is up... -
trouble finding 6 3/4 with the color and right price.
Try contacting Johnnyphi, I bought some smaller hats like that when my first son was born three years ago. I didn't spend much more than your budget, but you need to be flexible and patient. Frank -
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Akubra Overload
I got a Bushman delivered today in my usual Akubra size, 63. Too tight, gotta send it back to the Bluewater Group. First time an Akubra's been off for me. I even tried on my BG Campdraft and Fed IV, in the same size, just to make sure I wasn't swelled up or something. Nope, just too tight... -
Zip it
"AFAIK, they do have to hammer the leather a bit to getg the several folks in a thick hide that are necessary in that area flat enough to sew.... Doesn't usually seem to be a problem, though the process does seem to lead to the odd mark. There was a thread on an AL a while back that had quite a...- frussell
- Post #56
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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The Non Shorpy Web All Stars.
The fellow on the far left of the 1905 rodeo photo looks a bit like famous black rodeo and Wild West Show star Bill Pickett. If so, that definitely adds to the cool factor of an already great photo. Thanks Vic. -
Feet Up! The Work Boot Thread
This seems odd for a guy who wears "Black Beauty" and his friends regularly. I get where you're coming from, elephants are some of my favorite animals, and I think poachers and ivory traders should be covered in peanuts and thrown in a pit full of hungry elephants. Having said that, I've had...- frussell
- Post #1,080
- Forum: General Attire & Accoutrements
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Akubra Campdraft
Boy I miss the Hat Store. I grew up about two blocks from that place, bought my first fedora and lots of cowboy hats from Gary. Great place, and he always steered me right when I wasn't sure which shape fit me best. Glad to hear they're still around. Frank -
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Western, anyone?
Renault- great hat, and great location. The article and Bastrop area bring back lots of good memories of the first half of my life. We had a small ranch between LaGrange and Schulenburg. Can't beat the Texas Hill Country. Frank -
What are your thoughts on US WINGS Jackets?
I had one of their VIP Steerhide Indy jackets a few years ago. I bought it because I liked the look of it, and it had no unnatural "distressing." Also, they had big boy sizes. I sold it later to fund a purchase of an Aero, but still find myself missing it now and then. It was a Schott-USA...- frussell
- Post #11
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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Bucket Head questions
I'm right in your size range (hat and physical size) bdh, and I'd go for an Akubra Campdraft, especially if you're hard on your hats. Hatsdirect will often go up to an 8 (64), and usually has 7 7/8 (63) in stock. If you don't mind a 3 month wait, Everything Australian is several dollars... -
What Hat Are You Wearing Today 1?
Johnny, please tell me the "Thomas phase" ends at some point. I like trains and all, but I'm knee deep in Thomas paraphernalia, and they all talk. Loudly. We're having a Thomas-themed third birthday Saturday, and I'm going to be surrounded by that damned happy little steam engine, even the... -
Akubra Campdraft
I tried turning my Bluegrass CD brim-down, but it just didn't look right on me. I'll be keeping my next one that's coming from EA in the traditional "LBJ" Open Road-style cattleman's crease with upturned brim. Can't ever seem to find a vintage OR in a 7 7/8. Frank. -
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Australian Dollar weak again...
Damned low AUD. I couldn't help myself and bought a new silverbelly Campdraft. Don't need it, just couldn't pass up the chance to get one of my favorite hats at such a low price. Now I just have to forget about it for the next 3 months until EA can get it to me. They were just enough cheaper... -
The Non Shorpy Web All Stars.
Nice, Rusty. Zapata always looked sharp, and I've always liked his philosophy that "it's better to die on your feet than live on your knees." Fascinating guy, and the subject of my favorite Marlon Brando movie. Frank -
Cowboy Boots
I'm in agreement with the retiring deputy. What a load of horseship. You get rubber soles on your cowboy boots, they don't slip on ice any more than any other shoe. As far as cowboy hats blowing off, if that happens, you "ain't holding your mouth right," as Ben Johnson would have said. Any...- frussell
- Post #753
- Forum: General Attire & Accoutrements
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Pendleton Big Board Shirt 4X Tall
Bump for a few days. I'd take offers for trades, but the chances of someone out there wearing a 7 7/8 hat AND my shirt/jacket size seems pretty slim. Brand new shirt, big fellas. Thanks, Frank- frussell
- Post #2
- Forum: Classifieds
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Anyone else think that "Oil Pull Horsehide" stinks????
Sorry buddy, that sucks. Maybe there was a reason it was on the sale page. Frank- frussell
- Post #11
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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