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    Altering the shape of a Capricorn or other poly straw?

    I have a Capricorn that I like very much except for the tapered crown. If this were a traditional felt or palm straw hat like Sunbody, I could easily adjust the crown into a more pleasing straight sided form. I have no experience working with synthetics. I can reshape the crown by hand but is...
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    Is the Federation / Adventurer color the same?

    Can anyone who's seen both hats in person tell me if the Federation and the David Morgan Adventurer are the same exact color? I believe the ribbon bands are different colors but what about the hat itself? Looking online, I like the Fed's apparently lighter color but prefer the wider brim of the...
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    Brim width of Akubra Federation

    Quick question: Can anyone tell me what the true brim width of a stock Akubra Federation is? I've heard it's under 3" but still looks pretty wide on most people.
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    Anyone like Round Crowns?

    My wife keeps pushing me to go with a telescopic crown. I've tried some on when I've had the chance and she says it looks better than the pinched C-crowns that I've always worn. I can't imagine wearing a crown with no dents at all. To me the creasing (or bash) really defines the hat in many...
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    Aero Bootlegger sz.42R

    This is a genuine Aero Bootlegger jacket in brown steerhide. The official color is brown but it does have a reddish tint. This jacket is standard 42 regular size with no size modifications. It was ordered with the cooler cotton drill lining and does NOT have the hidden knit cuffs. The cuffs are...
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    Anyone ever made their own mouton type collar?

    Many wartime A-2's were "field modified" with homemade lambs wool collars, especially in the China-Burma-India theater of operations. I like the wool collar look sometimes, but can't commit to it 24/7. I was wondering if anyone has tried making their own removable or permanent "field modified"...
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    Flying Tigers Jackets from the 1942 film

    I finally got to see one of my favorite old films, The Flying Tigers with John Wayne, on DVD recently. This is the first time I have really been able to see a truly sharp version of the film. I paid close attention to the jackets and saw that like the real Flying Tigers the actors wore a variety...
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    King Kong Sea Captain's hat

    Hi, Does anyone know where I could pick up a hat like the one worn by the sea captain and the first mate in the recent King Kong film. Both hats appeared to be crush caps but not AAF types. I think the hats in this movie were common lids for merchant sailors back in the day but where can I find...
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    Russet colored A-2's

    Has one purchased a recent russet colored A-2 reproduction? If so, where did you get it from and were you pleased with the jacket? Thanks.
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    Spiewak & Sons

    Hi, I recently saw a couple of great looking, new G-1's at a local Army Surplus store. They appeared to be made to military specs and definitley had a nice military snug fit. The tag was labeled Spiewak and Sons. I believe they were out of New York. Is anyone familiar with this manufacturer? I...
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    It?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢s time to play ?¢‚Ǩ?ìName That Leather!?¢‚Ǩ?

    Hello Everyone, I need some expert help identifying the leather used in a jacket I recently picked up. I stumbled upon this jacket and bought it even though it?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢s about 1 size too large for me. Please follow the links to see pics. This is an Avirex made A-2 that appears to be pretty...
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    What's the story behind the G-2?

    Hi, I was wondering if someone could fill me in on the G-2 flight jacket? I know it was never actually issued. Was it a proposed military replacement that just didn't make it or was it just a civillian alternative? Can anyone layout the basic details of the jacket for me? Are they even...
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    Seeking a lighter weight A-2

    Gentlemen, I've been fishing around for a lighter weight A-2. It's fairly warm where I live and most A-2's are just too heavy to wear around here except on the coolest winter days. I have a wonderful Wested Lamb Temple of Doom jacket that is the perfect weight and would like to find a similar...
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    Bruce Campbell's Brisco County Jr. Jacket

    Hi, Does anyone remember a sci-fi western from the mid-90's called the Adventures of Brisco County, Jr ? This was a show that was introduced at the same time as the X-Files. It lasted a full season before Fox plugged the plug and replaced it with the World's Deadliest Car Crashes or Animals...
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    Akubra straws

    Hi, A friend of mine from New Zealand recommended I try an Akubra straw hat. I didn't realize they made them and my buddy couldn't provide any details. Has anyone had any experience with these or know anything about them? Thanks in advance for any replies.
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