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  1. kools

    pant, pant, pant...

    I've got a pair of these at mytailor getting cuffed as we speak. While I don't like them as much as any of my vintage H-pants, they're not bad. They're not pegged, but certainly an early '50s style. Resortes...I'm not at impressed with the gab as I was hoping I would be, but overall I'm...
  2. kools

    IRVIN NUTS?...the ULTIMATE thread for those who love 'em!

    Well done. I'm impressed with your ebaying skills. I wore my WPG Irvin last night for the first time. It's giving me what I want...looks good & keeps me warm in 12 F temps.
  3. kools

    Show us your suits

    Welcome, Clipper. That's quite a sporty look. Well done.
  4. kools

    New Job...but how to dress??

    Flattop...I'm curious to see how the training went. What kind of repro sport shirts/sweatshirts are we talking?
  5. kools

    What are you wearing today??

    Spitfire...If haven't said this over in the Irvin thread, you were born to wear that jacket. Perfect.
  7. kools

    Magnoli suit gone wrong - update

    Once again...all respect to Indy. He certainly understands customer service.
  8. kools

    IRVIN NUTS?...the ULTIMATE thread for those who love 'em!

    Yes. I'm not very concerned abou the leather. I think it will hold up well. The only "cheapness" feels like the hardware. Both the zipper and the buckle feel like they won't last much rugged wear. As for the "red" look to the leather, I think it is just my lighting.
  9. kools

    IRVIN NUTS?...the ULTIMATE thread for those who love 'em!

    Here it is. I'm sorry to hear about your sizing issues Boyorastroboy. It does look big. I agree with you regarding the arm holes, they are big. Besides that, the size works well for me as it fits real nicely with a sweater underneath. The chest is nice...not too snug, but not too big. I'm...
  10. kools

    IRVIN NUTS?...the ULTIMATE thread for those who love 'em!

    Boyorastroboy...did your's arrive today also? I'm very happy with what arrived today. From an Irvin novice perspective, it's gonna be a nice jacket that keeps me warm for a long time. I cannot, however, get my image to show. I seem to be following the instructions by pasting the...
  11. kools

    IRVIN NUTS?...the ULTIMATE thread for those who love 'em!

    Look what Saint Nick left on my porch this evening. Sorry...I'm trying to get pics loaded. But if I can't,this is me & my WPG Irvin.
  13. kools

    IRVIN NUTS?...the ULTIMATE thread for those who love 'em!

    I, too, ordered mine on Saturday along with a rollneck sweater. I'm kinda hoping I'll have a package waiting for me when I get home tonight, but I'm not banking on it. I will try to post pics once it arrives.
  14. kools

    Inspirations

    I don't believe I personally know somebody who inspires the way I dress. All of my inspirations are found on old album covers.
  15. kools

    IRVIN NUTS?...the ULTIMATE thread for those who love 'em!

    I'm afraid I may not be much help in the "compare to other originals & replicas" department. I certainly know vintage clothing, but leather jackets and especially wartime jackets go beyond what I would consider any area of expertise. I need something to keep me warm & the Irvins sure look good...
  16. kools

    Rockabilly threads

    Hey Benny...I just caught eye of that cream jacket...very tasty!
  17. kools

    IRVIN NUTS?...the ULTIMATE thread for those who love 'em!

    Driving to work this morning it is 5 degrees F & the ground is already covered with snow & ice here. I'm patiently waiting for my WPG to arrive as I join the club.
  19. kools

    Ink Spots

    I still think the later Ink Spots stuff is great, just not as exciting to me as their early jive. And yes, their Mama Don't Allow is my favorite version of that song.
  20. kools

    Louis Prima!

    I also relate more to Louis Jordan than to Louis Prima. Jordan also knows how to make me smile.
  21. kools

    Ink Spots

    The Ink Spots REALLY transformed themselves sometime around 1940 from being a novelty jive combo with the "Pork Chops & Gravy" sound to their popular ballad sound like "The Gypsy." I prefer the former. Once they got into their ballad years, everything starts to sound redundant to my ears...
  22. kools

    Harry Belafonte

    Belafonte & the Muppets created a love of a calypso sound in my head, about 15 years before I knew what calypso was. Now my kids love the Muppet take on the Banana Boat Song. His calypso album is still one of my most popular choices to listen to when lounging in the pool during the summer months.
  23. kools

    Louis Prima!

    What a voice,of course...but what a monster trumpet player!!! What I like best is his sense of humor. I can't listen to Prima without a smile on my face.

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