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    Wish and reality...

    I don't know. I'm beginning to think that the "wish" and "reality" thing applies to me. I don't wear hats for attention or style. I'm bald and I wear hat outdoors only, to protect my head from the elements. I certainly don't think I look like Bogey or Indy, nor am I trying to. Given today's...
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    How do folks react to your hat wearing?

    After much deliberation, I have an Akubra Banjo Paterson incoming from DelMonico Hatter. I view hats as a functional part of daily gear. I depend on hats for sun and rain protection. I also have a Federation which has shrunk some so I don't wear it much any more. I wear my hats with pretty...
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    New in town

    Well, sort of. I joined in 2005, and haven't posted much, but I'd like to say that I enjoy reading the posts here and the great gear too. Anyhow, just wanted to say hello and see you all in another 9 years or so :) wemedge
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    The Filson Thread

    Filson repair etc Thought I'd ask this here instead of staring a new thread- anyone have a recent experience with Filson's repair service? I just sent my Mackinaw Cruiser in for a repair estimate... I heard good things about their warranty, so hopefully they can fix it up. Also looking to...
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    The Dumbest Comment I Ever Heard

    Here's a dumb one- I was wearing my Filson jacket, khaki shirt and trosers, and my Akubra Federation on this occasion- shopping at the supermarket. One of the young guys working there looks at me, snickers, and says to his buddy "Here's Freddy Krueger". Took me a second or two, then I realized...
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    The Indiana Jones jacket. Much hype, little substance?

    Oops, I'm really late for this one, but I've been out enjoying my Wested lol I've got the horsehide, and I've worn it on all but the coldest days this winter. It's not the best for layering, particularly with the "80s fit", but it has served me well for everyday use. I would not wear it in...
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    My new Wested

    Nice jacket, Strider! I never tire of seeing these Westeds! wemedge
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    Akubra Federation in my mind...

    Good to know, Michaelson, Thanks! regards, wemedge
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    Akubra Federation in my mind...

    You fine gentlemen are correct! The Federation is a fine hat in its own right indeed. I wear mine every day, in all weather. Mine is nice and pliable now, but still retains its shape. I need to get a spare; don't know what I'll do if they ever stop making them. wemedge
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    new akubra federation

    Congratulations, Richard, enjoy your new hat. The Federation is a simple, sturdy hat. Good value for the price. After awhile you will automatically reach for your hat when going outside. I wear my Federation every day. I don't feel completely dressed without it anymore. It is a tall hat...
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    New school actors, old school looks.

    #33 is from Pearl Harbor. If you're referring to Meryl Streep, it's from "Out of Africa" wemedge
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    New school actors, old school looks.

    Jennifer Garner? wemedge
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    Leather Jerkin

    Thanks, BT. Will start looking! Wouldn't mind the brass buttons either. regards, wemedge
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    Leather Jerkin

    British Army Jerkin Thanks for the suggestion, Chamorro. Just may be what I need. I will have to look for one, perhaps a reproduction/custom version. regards, wemedge
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    Leather Jerkin

    Leather Overvest (for wearing over a Norfolk or Field Jacket) I frequently wear a bag/equipment on a strap over my jackets, and my jackets see a great deal of wear on the shoulder where my strap sits. One could sew on a leather patch on the shoulder, but I was thinking of a solution that...
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    What is COW?

    Oops, answered above regards, wemedge
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    Barbour, Filson jackets

    If you're concerned about the knit storm cuffs, you may wish to check with Filson to see if the Weekender has them. My Filson does. My left cuff gets caught on my watch occasionally, but overall, they cut down on the chill a lot, keeping the wind from whistling up your sleeves. good luck with...
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    Barbour, Filson jackets

    I own a Bedale. Wore it for about 8 years or so. The Bedale is a versatile jacket, a bit light, but the advantage of that is that you can use it as an overcoat if you're wearing a suit, for example (at least, I did). At the same time, with layering, it makes a pretty good field jacket. I...
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    The Story of the Waxed Jacket

    Wemedge Bedale Pics Pyroxene: Here you go, a few bad pics with a webcam (only camera I could get my hands on), at: http://photos.yahoo.com/uv777_ca The shot of the liner that looks like a game bag is actually the tartan detaching from the plastic lower lining. The fabric is getting...
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    The Story of the Waxed Jacket

    Filson Tin Cloth Waterfowl/Upland Jacket Initial Impressions Old_Hat: Thank you for all the information. The jacket arrived today in my office. Unwrapped it at my desk and took a sniff of the wonderful aroma of wax. I wear a size 38 jacket and the Small fit me perfectly, with enough...

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