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  1. Lone_Ranger

    Hitler remains not Hitler.

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xn4DW1uvsAE They escaped to the Dark Side of the Moon, from a secret base in Antarctica, in 1945. ;)
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    Berets, Anyone?

    I believe that the peaked, or 'service cap,' is authorized (US Army) for Corporal and above. Worn at the discretion of the Commanding Officer. And, I do admit it looks better in a dress situation, than the beret. My premise still applies. It would be a bit hard, to do close quarters battle, with...
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    Berets, Anyone?

    You've answered your own question. The shakos, campaign hats, and peaked caps went out, with the common use of the steel helmet. When you are wearing the helmet, you have to keep the other hat somewhere. A shako would take up your entire pack, and the campaign hat would look like a taco. The...
  4. Lone_Ranger

    Highland Dress

    Sort of a historical question for those of you that participate in Pipe and Drum Corps. Why is Traditional Scottish Highland dress associated with these organizations? Usually they have ties to public safety (police/fire), which historically have a large Irish, not Sottish makeup. Around...
  5. Lone_Ranger

    Vintage Style Reference in Vernacular Photographs

    Thanks, H! I wouldn't have thought twice, if it were the 40's. I suppose women pitched in during WWI and afterward, the same way they did in WWII. A little Gooogle and I found this... While horse-drawn wagons were the norm for rural delivery, the Instructions for the Guidance of Postmasters...
  7. Lone_Ranger

    Prestigious Thomas Pink of Jermyn St. London - Men's Shirts.

    Nice shirts! I haven't been a 16x34 since high school. I curious, does Thomas do hunt coats? Or is that an Urban Legend, that scarlet hunt coats, are referred to as "Pinks" after him?
  8. Lone_Ranger

    Cognac - where to begin?

    I also keep a bottle of Courvoisier VS, on the shelf. Though, the bottle of Asbach Uralt, sees more use. But, it's technically a brandy, not a Cognac. (I also, will have to start making "supply runs," to MD. The PA State Stores, have stopped stocking it.)
  9. Lone_Ranger

    What Was The Last Movie You Watched?

    Lieutenant Gonville Bromhead. Great movie! I'm going to have to buy the DVD. Watching "Walk Softly, Stranger" with Joseph Cotton, on TCM right now.
  10. Lone_Ranger

    Vintage Style Reference in Vernacular Photographs

    Great picture H. The back story behind that one would be interesting. Were female postal workers common, in the 1920's?
  11. Lone_Ranger

    "Backwards" neckties in 1939?

    Not a bad movie. Was that based on a Michael Caidin, book? Or was that before his time? Perhaps, you couldn't tell in B&W, I've had some ties in the past, that developed a nasty curl. So that the short end was always trying to trade places. They didn't last long with me. I would get rid of...
  13. Lone_Ranger

    Hacking Jackets

    I'd add two things; the Hacking Jacket, would also be tailored to fit a little closer than say, a shooting jacket, or regular sports coat. So that, it does not flap in the wind, as you ride. (think motorcycle jacket) And, the button stance is such that you would be comfortable, in a sitting...
  14. Lone_Ranger

    Western, anyone?

    Someone say Federale? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JxzJAF1BxP4 (Nice vintage feel to that video!) "They only let him slip away out of kindness I suppose"
  15. Lone_Ranger

    Bush Jackets

    BT, If your idea pans out. Count me in for a jacket. As for buttons....is this what you mean? The standard police "P" button? They have military logos, airline, cruise lines, etc. https://tandtuniforms.com/shop/catalog/popup_image.php/pID/653?osCsid=pvs81k0lbkc8ipg2s9gecu0k12 The Waterbury...
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    The Great Beer Thread

    I'm a big fan of Warsteiner Pilsner. This time of year, I switch to Spaten Oktoberfest, when the Mayor of Munich taps the first keg, and proclaims, "O'zapft ist!" Around the Holidays, when it gets even colder Spaten Optimator, is the choice. I'd like to try Warsteiner's Oktoberfest, but...
  17. Lone_Ranger

    The Mint Julep

    Love, the Julep. But, with the fall chill in the air. My thoughts turn to Glühwein!
  19. Lone_Ranger

    Western, anyone?

    Up North? Didn't they always tell people they were from France? French-Canadian?
  20. Lone_Ranger

    The Bowler or Derby Hat

    Ahh, I see. (on a western hat it's called a 'stampede strap') I'm familiar with the Ratcatcher vs Formal distinction. I just took it for granted, since the entire field wears a hunt style cap these days. Mostly because the protective helmets, are designed to look that way. You'd have to go...
  21. Lone_Ranger

    The Bowler or Derby Hat

    Nice looking hat! ^ What's the function elastic strap on that last picture?
  22. Lone_Ranger

    The Breakfast Martini

    Been thinking about it. Now that there's a chill in the morning air. Maybe a little brandy in the coffee?
  23. Lone_Ranger

    Trench Coat - the 'Ultimate' Thread!

    BellyTank is correct! The leather officers greatcoat, was an optional private purchase. The "issue" greatcoat, was the same as the older Imperial German greatcoat. The leather one was supposed to "copy," the style of the issue. However, as with all private purchase items, they varied, depending...

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