Want to buy or sell something? Check the classifieds
  • The Fedora Lounge is supported in part by commission earning affiliate links sitewide. Please support us by using them. You may learn more here.

Search results

  1. D

    Japanese Uniform

    Not to be funny but I wonder if they shaved their legs first. I think you Brits also used the Puttees up into the 50s but a shorter version.
  2. D

    Japanese Uniform

    Though that soldier is not wearing them I was always interested in their footwear. They had some boots called "Tabis" I believe they were split toed. I never understood puttees what did they do exactly ? Are they like 80's leg warmers ? They seem to much of a hassle to put on.
  3. D

    Mail Call

    All the V-Mails and letters from that period had BEAUTIFUL handwriting. It is a lost art no doubt. I remember watching a "Our Gang" episode where they were practicing writing. "Chubby" would dip his pen in ink write then blot. Those days are pretty much gone along with the typewriter (remember...
  4. D

    did WWII HERSHEY BARS taste the same as they use to back in 1942?

    I agree Cokes and some candy bars taste different in Europe. I think they use a different type of sugar. My relatives who live there say likewise. On the subject of Hershey Bars. I remember back in the early 90s Hersheys brought back the Tropical Chocolate bar. This was in response to the 1st...
  5. D

    WTB: Gurkha British army "Trousers, Khaki Drill"

    Did you try What Price Glory ? They once had Brit KD Jungle uniforms.
  7. D

    Best doggie names ever

    How about Steve Martin's dogs name in " The Jerk " ?
  8. D

    M65 Field Jacket in Black - are there any good ones?

    I never thought a thread dedicated to the M-65 would show up this site. Then again I own many variations of the Brit DPM. I guess it makes sense an Aussie or a Brit would want an M-65. Every guy I knew in the 70s had them. I should buy another original issue before they go by way of the Gooney Bird.
  9. D

    What's With Smoking?

    Like some loungers I like a nice Cigar to relax. My Dr. says " Can't you just relax with some Lemonade ? " Sorry not the same. I was suprised the last time I was at the Airport to see enclosed Smoking rooms. It kind of reminded of those TB rooms they had last century. I think Women on cell...
  10. D

    Best doggie names ever

    Have a German Shepard female puppy I named Lili Marlene .
  11. D

    UK Law and Replica Guns

    I thought California was bad but it's still not over .....
  13. D

    Your favourite smell

    I agree with the Hoppes # 9 and WD40 (Gun thing). Wood smoke on a cold day (Desert Run) and a good Cigar.
  14. D

    WWII Reenactment Pics

    Wow all those Paratroopers ! I remember being 1 of the 5 that would show up at a battle. Then being a 82nd guy ! Now it seems everybody and their brother is a 101st 506 guy. Things sure have changed .............
  15. D

    Gas Flap

    There was a real fear of Gas in WWII. Airborne Jumpsuits were saturated with a chemical agent. It caused the suit to be un-breathable and smelly. They were usually rid of when a chance arose. Some say that is why D-Day uniforms are rare. Gas masks were the first things dumped and the carriers...
  16. D

    Twelve O'Clock High TV

    Rod Serling was in the 11th ABN. He started writing when he was recovering wounds he received in the Pacific. Wonder why he did some of his episodes about the Pacific ? Last time I saw "Trapper John" he was on FOX News as a commentator.
  17. D

    This is a thread on .... thread

    They're called "Hump Jobs" check out Mark Bando's 101st site (Triggertime).Sometimes ATF or WPG sells buttons, fabric and other uniform parts. Great idea on the sewing kits now to find them.
  19. D

    WWII Impressions - A Warning

    I know he moved his operation months back. Maybe he's not up to speed. I know Juan personally and I know he wouldn't hose you. Last time he had problems were because he had Movie Contract obligations. Maybe there's a new movie in the works. I feel your pain as I'm dealing with Sportsman Guide...
  20. D

    Goodbye Polaroid!

    Polaroid ?! 35mm is pretty much done too. I remember that Aluminum sleeve you had to put the polaroid photo in. You stuck it in your armpit to develop it.
  21. D

    Twelve O'Clock High TV

    I believe they film this series at Chino Airport in Ca. My friends father offered some technical advise (not professionally) as he was a Ball Gunner. I tried watching this series recently and couldn't do it. Sometimes it sucks being a WWII buff.
  22. D

    altenate AAF flight jacket for re-enactor

    Or if you were a P-38 Pilot in the 13th AF you wore nothing (skin). I talked to a Pilot who said he couldn't wait to get to altitude where it was cooler. It was hard enough putting on a salted sweat crusted helmet let alone a shirt.
  23. D

    Where to get Double edge Razor?

    I was just looking at some yesterday www.ima.com (International Military Antiques) has them AND the WWII Plastic Razors ! I contemplated buying them myself. I can still see old Pop shaving his face with one. Unissued and still in pristine conditon get them 'for they're gone.

Latest posts

Members online

Total: 4,087 (members: 33, guests: 4,054)

Forum statistics

Threads
110,272
Messages
3,097,450
Members
54,862
Latest member
mt.rock121
Top