Guttersnipe
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Wow. You got a great collection. Finding a beltback in the wild that fits (!) must be a once in a lifetime chance. I mean how high are the chances nowadays with all the collectors who search exactly the same thing. Jackpot
Yes, I am just talking about my own expierience (and size) so I may be different somewhere else.In San Francisco or any other larger city you're probably right. Out in the Boonies, you'd be surprised how much is lurking around in smaller junk-type shops, even in Europe. (OK maybe not so many belted back suits/jackets in Europe). Sorry to keep harping on it, but especially in the midwest, and now particularly in the Northern midwest.
Ok, that makes sense. Of course trying it on is a major plus. I always hate to wait two month for pieces from US ebay to arrive here and then find out they don't fit. Bummer.Well, the belt back wasn't at a thrift store, so I didn't pay some absurdly low price like $5.95 or something. I bought it at a well known SF vintage shop, however, it cost less than I'd expect to pay on eBay and I was able to try it on and vet the condition in person - which are huge pluses to me that I'm willing to pay a premium for.
I am also guilty of preffering the high buttoning DBs over the long roll. Do I have to feel like a vintage-scene-conformist now?
I am also guilty of preffering the high buttoning DBs over the long roll.
The problem of egregiously mis-pressed bridles is a serious and unsightly one.
i'm also not a fan of the low-buttoning DB. there might be something of a US / Euro divide on this look.
it seems to appeal to those who dabble in the bold, late 40s look and mostly they seem to be American.