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Applegate, Sykes, Fairbairn et al
BUMP... I've trained in Combatives since 1999. I collect original first editions of WWII combatives books by Fairbairn, Biddle, Styers, and Applegate to name a few. In fact, I have provided Paladin Press with a few of my books and or the dust jackets from books in my collection like...- 5thprofession47
- Post #9
- Forum: WWII
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Vintage Design by H. Creston Doner
Sorry for the late reply. I don't visit this site too often. Interesting story. Granddad had two daughters both of whom are still alive and well. I don't know if and when you'll read this so I'll turn on the email notification feature so I am able to respond sooner the next time.- 5thprofession47
- Post #3
- Forum: The Golden Era
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1970's Movies
When I think 1970's movies I think Enter The Dragon. Bruce Lee at his best!- 5thprofession47
- Post #3
- Forum: The Moving Picture
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Outgoing Message for Voice Mail
Mine is simple. "You've reached the number you've dialed."- 5thprofession47
- Post #54
- Forum: The Golden Era
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How did you start wearing hats?
When I started working after college I got a job as a photographer and was expected to dress nicely for work. I found that I really liked suits and ties and the entire "look". Others responded well to it too and I built a decent collection of nice clothing. One of my main influences was my...- 5thprofession47
- Post #203
- Forum: Hats
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What Are You Reading
Spycraft: The Secret History of the CIA's Spytechs, from Communism to al-Qaeda by Robert Wallace (Author), H. Keith Melton (Author), Henry R. Schlesinger (Author) http://www.amazon.com/Spycraft-History-Spytechs-Communism-al-Qaeda/dp/0525949801- 5thprofession47
- Post #2,019
- Forum: The Reading Room
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Vintage Design by H. Creston Doner
Recently I did a search of my late grandfather's name in Google and it turned up a number of US patents for his designs. He was the head of design for the Libbey-Owens-Ford (LOF) Company in Toledo Ohio for several years and was quite an amazing fellow. In addition to these designs he was the...- 5thprofession47
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- Forum: The Golden Era
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What do you look like?
Someone else said the exact same thing recently when they saw this photo. I found this...- 5thprofession47
- Post #1,441
- Forum: The Observation Bar
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What do you look like?
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- Post #1,439
- Forum: The Observation Bar
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Websites that make you giggle...
Foamy! www.illwillpress.com/- 5thprofession47
- Post #38
- Forum: The Observation Bar
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What Was The Last Movie You Watched?
In the theater: No Country For Old Men On DVD: Die Hard (it's a Christmas movie)- 5thprofession47
- Post #848
- Forum: The Moving Picture
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British soldier's kitbag lost in 1942 found in Desert
Great post! That was an amazing discovery and an excellent story. Thanks.- 5thprofession47
- Post #2
- Forum: WWII
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Dita Von Teese/Frederick's of Hollywood
I attended a Playboy club party a few years ago where she performed. She looks pretty much like she does in the photographs despite the photoshop alterations.- 5thprofession47
- Post #31
- Forum: The Powder Room
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What did your grandparents pack for personal protection in the Golden Era?
I have the copy you speak of.- 5thprofession47
- Post #272
- Forum: General Attire & Accoutrements
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New Ladies and Gents Step Forward
I suppose I should say hello. I joined a while back but just have not made time to visit here too often. I really enjoy the FL and look forward to learning and contributing some too!- 5thprofession47
- Post #1,163
- Forum: The Observation Bar
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What did your grandparents pack for personal protection in the Golden Era?
My grandmoher would carry a hat pin for emergency use. A common item easily overlooked until it was pressed into action. BTW, The OSS issued these to their operatives. They are lapel knives. The sheath was sewn into the lapel of a garment and the small blades could be tucked away for...- 5thprofession47
- Post #268
- Forum: General Attire & Accoutrements
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800yr old crucifix seized by Nazis, now located
Did Indiana Jones dumpster dive? I'm sorry, I guess the PC term would be "Waste Archeology". Cool story!- 5thprofession47
- Post #2
- Forum: The Observation Bar
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What is your expertise?
My formal education was fine art, but my passion is close combat. I hold several instructor certifications in traditional and eclectic martial arts. I teach WWII and Modern Combatives (empty hand, stick, gun, knife) and serve as a personal safety and security consultant. I continue to seek out...- 5thprofession47
- Post #142
- Forum: The Observation Bar
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What Hat Are You Wearing Today 1?
I had this one on the past weekend...- 5thprofession47
- Post #401
- Forum: Hats
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Hats in Ames, Iowa
I buy from Hats in the Belfry, http://www.hatsinthebelfry.com/. If you ever make it to Kansas City they have a shop in the Westport area called "The Missing Piece". It's a small independently owned hat shop, very cool!- 5thprofession47
- Post #12
- Forum: Hats
