Recent content by Mad Hatter

I've had this hat for years and it might be time to give it a new home as frankly I've not lived the lifestyle or dressed western for many years. I bought it in the 70's when I Worked for a local outfitter Riley and McCormick, and the retail price at that time was in the $225.00 range. As staff...

Not sure what you're referring to as a 'hacking jacket' as I couldn't find a decent photo in searching for 'jim' in the man from snowy river. I think you're referring to the tweed jacket? In which case I've seen them on good old eBay. I've one in a 40R I'd look at selling.

No Worries I'm Canadian and our uniforms when I was in the forces in the late seventies were gawdawful CF Green. A kind of Dark green bus driver's uniform worn by all three (Tri) services. It was universally hated and crap. I was Air Force as well. I"m ok with having a mid 80'd coat. It is...

Thanks for the info. Being from Canada I don't no any one who served in the US forces. I'm guessing it is Army, and is most certainly 80's vintage as it has a DLA# (DLA100-86-C) which would make it 1978-1993 issue. The 86 unless I'm misreading it, would indicate a 1986 manufacture date. It's a...

Yeah, not so much... From my experience Khaki is tan not green? In some light it does look on the tan side, but in others it looks very minty green.

I"m not sure the fit of 40's jackets is really all that different unlike trousers which were higher waisted and IMHO looked better. I recently got a WWII AAF Officer's jacket that fits me perfectly with no alterations required. I had a very difficult time in finding an answer as to how 40's...

Original Aluminium Overcast? The name was chosen by the EAA and has no historic reference. It's big and it's silver, thus the name. I'm guessing you might have been confused as the Aircraft is currently painted to represent a B-17 from the 601st Bomb Squadron, 8th AAF 398th Bomb Group B-17G...

I have and wear several variations of authentic WW2 uniforms with period correct insignia and decorations. I think it is obvious I am not a 90+ WW2 Veteran and make no claims of earning the medals the ribbons represent. Wearing uniform items when done respectfully and the wearer is not...

Nice vintage boating jacket. 40R but would also fit 38R. Burgundy and Ivory stripes. Make this three button jacket very striking. In very nice condition with no stains or wear. I will accept any fair and reasonable offers. Shipping is not included and would be the least expensive rate from...

I bought this nice WW2 Dated tunic as it was advertized as a 40R. It is in fact a 38R and thus I can't wear it. I managed to find another large tunic and transferred the insignia from that to this one. Both jackets were of a high standard of tailoring with a fully quilted silk lining. The jacket...

I suppose in regard to the first part of this question is Why? I personally don't see the point as I assume quality Bourbon is readily available. I am A Scotch drinker, but the difference between a good and bad Scotch is huge. You could blend it by why bother. A Gentleman is judged by the...

Very new to these forums but felt I'd weigh in. My current A-2 is a lambskin and I treat it with a great deal of respect. It's as new, but has actually logged time in a B-17G . Not so much my older horsehide A-2 which logged many flight hours, but was artistically treated with very light...

A-2's were mass produced and issued for wartime use, and the original intent was not a fashion statement. I'm sure some Romeos had their A-2's tailored along with every other item of uniform, but they were primarily for protection such as it was in open cockpit aircraft. I've owned a Lambskin...

I have many perennial favorites, though as a former pilot I could go on and on. B-17 G of course Also P-51D, Spitfire MkVi, Personally flown the North AMerican Harvard (AT-6), Douglas A-26 Invader, DC-3, CT-33 Silver Star, and CF-101 Voodoo.

I find with typing you are more immersed in the process and need to think of what you are typing. It's very similar to handwriting in that what you're thinking seems to flow of it's own accord when you're in the typing zone so to speak. Like yourself, I find just sitting and typing very...