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  1. feltfan

    Fear

    I don't watch the show, but I do feel fear (and loathing) when I see this ad. What a terrible hat, poorly worn. Makes me not want to watch. Sorry, had to share.
  2. feltfan

    FDR's Japanese Concentration Camps (jacket content)

    An amazing set of photos from Dorothea Lange. Not just for the period content, but also as a reminder of a terrible thing that happened in that time and can happen again. https://anchoreditions.com/blog/dorothea-lange-censored-photographs
  3. feltfan

    Vintage Mink Oil?

    Hi All, I know mink oil products are generally not so great anymore. I picked up a can of vintage Bailey's mink oil shoe grease. Generally I'm a Pecard's guy, but this cost almost nothing... Should I use it on shoes/boots? Could it be spoiled? Could it be great? Anyone with any experience...
  4. feltfan

    East/West Musical Instruments Company

    We mention this leather jacket company from time to time, but I can't find a thread dedicated to them. Please post your images here. Went to the https://deyoung.famsf.org/summer-love-art-fashion-and-rock-roll exhibit today. A couple of East/West jackets were featured. Pictures to follow.
  5. feltfan

    Aero Safety Gear

    Aero Hercules in action, one year ago. Happy Fourth of July!
  7. feltfan

    A-2 image collection from D. Sheley

    Just stumbled on this. One for the A-2 fans. WWII enthusiasts will want to check out the other albums there, too. https://www.flickr.com/photos/dougsheley/sets/72157626140462192
  8. feltfan

    Mystery Boots

    Just took a chance on eBay and made an offer on these boots. Any guesses as to age, original use, or manufacture?
  9. feltfan

    Korean War or WWII Uniform?

    This belonged to a friend's dad. His dad served in Hamburg during the Korean War and in the South Pacific in World War II. Any idea from which stint this uniform dates? Thanks!
  10. feltfan

    Scored a Score

    Fished out a Canadian police jacket! Looks to me 1930s or 40s. Horsehide. I love bad listings. Seems to have a shearling lining, with interior cuffs and an interesting wool piece behind the neck, which preserved the leather there (usually the first to go). Yes, that's awesome fabric at the...
  11. feltfan

    Leather Jacket Label of the Week

    Saw this at the flea market today: Soft, half-belt-like jacket, maybe 60s or 70s? I did not purchase the jacket or even try it on. It seems like a reasonable side business for a taxidermist, I guess, but not where I would go for my fashion. Not sure if the company is still around...
  13. feltfan

    What do I have? Windward? Civilian G-1? G-2?

    Hi All, Found a vintage leather jacket in a store in Hudson, NY the other day. It's some of the heaviest leather I have ever had- heavier than my FQHH Aero for sure. There are no maker's marks except on the back of the snaps, where it carries the impression of "Durable - DOT - RG"...
  14. feltfan

    Vintage in Namibia

    This guy is amazing. Don't miss this vintage shopper/designer in Namibia: http://www.messynessychic.com/2014/01/31/interview-with-the-vintage-fashion-guru-of-namibia/ http://louxthevintageguru.tumblr.com/ (odd- the link button fails to provide output...)
  15. feltfan

    Leather care for old briefcase

    Hey, check this out. Picked it up today for ten bucks! Note the original keys and wood/leather/brass construction. And big enough for my large Mac laptop. I would like to treat the leather (the outside and hinge leather, not the inside calf) with something to preserve it. I am inclined...
  16. feltfan

    Too gross to thrift?

    This article says used hats are too gross to use: http://www.rd.com/slideshows/10-things-you-should-never-buy-at-garage-sales/?trkid=outbrain-all#slideshow=slide21 If anyone plans to throw out a vintage hat in 7 1/2 long oval based on reading this, perhaps I can help take it off your hands?
  17. feltfan

    Clearance on Allen Edmonds Dalton dress boot in grey calf

    Anyone familiar with AE's grey dress calf? This looks like a killer deal if that leather is nice. Please let me know if you're familiar with the leather. And here's hoping someone gets a good deal... http://www.allenedmonds.com/aeonline/producti_SF0110_1_40000000001_-1
  19. feltfan

    Yet another Aero Hercules

    Possibly the last jacket Mark Moye sent out... I waited over 2 years for this. I'm not going to say it was worth it, but I do like the jacket. FQHH, made by Vicki. Customizations: hand warmer and flap pockets removed, internal "G1" pocket, HH label inside internal pocket, black cotton drill...
  20. feltfan

    WTB: size 6 7/8 or 7 top hat

    Hi All, Anyone have a small vintage top hat they want to get rid of cheap? Can be quite scuffed up, as long as it still looks cool. Yes, Halloween is coming up (and it's not for my much larger brain pan). PM me? Thanks!
  21. feltfan

    Color photos of circus showgirls of the 40s and 50s

    http://flavorwire.com/216829/rare-color-photos-of-circus-showgirls-of-the-40s-and-50s
  22. feltfan

    Tripoli Grand Prix 37/38

    No, nothing about what's going on there now. This is an amazing video showing the 1937/38 (Mussolini-sponsored) race. Check out the hats, among other things (hence locating this thread under hats). In particular, the stingy hat with a back bow at about 2:48. Not a style I would expect for...
  23. feltfan

    Home Refurb of Stetson Imperial

    As has been discussed here before, Stetson Imperials, especially from the 1940s and 50s, are hard to come by. So when I saw one a year ago in size 7 1/2 for chump change, I decided to take a chance, even though it clearly had problems. When it arrived it I was both pleased and saddened. On...

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