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  1. Trotsky

    Dr Martens

    I have two pairs of Docs, one is a light brown I bought in, what?, 1999?. They are beat to shit, frankly, and still comfy as hell. The leather is tearing on the top due to something I did, I think. They feel like slippers when I have them on. The second pair I bought in 2004. They are a...
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    Leather Squadron Insignia

    I have recently found the squadron patch from my grandpa's unit, a really nice image. Now I am searching for a reputable place to get one painted. Any suggestions?
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    How to Stretch a Leather Jacket?

    Ok, here's my dilemma. I have one of those Wested Doctor Who leather jackets. I want to keep it, because, you know, I lack funds to buy another/sell it. It's tight. Too tight. But I CAN button it. So, is there a way to stretch it a bit? I know Leather will stretch, but is there a surefire...
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    Belgian Military Leather Coat

    Scott, Everything is great, still doing Brit, SAS, RN and RAF, as usual. Looking to get into German, for some reason! Also started French and Indian while I was in Tennessee as British Line. That's damn fun. Thanks for the for the info on the coat. I was hoping it was brown, not OD. Looks...
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    Belgian Military Leather Coat

    What kind of leather do you think it is Scott? Heavy? I would love one of these, but wanted to know specifics beyond horrible puns (thanks for being so Informative, Sportsman's Guide). BTW, you still doing British reenacting?
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    Post New Hats Here!

    No pics at the moment (after work!) but I picked up a State Trooper's grey montanna peaked hat for all of $9. It's a pretty solid fur felt, '60s or '70s maybe. I am thinking about slapping a black ribbon and using it as my "outdoor" hat after I curl the front and back parts of the brim down. I...
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    SAS Berets

    Interesting observation. Really interesting. rather than replace a perfectly good beret, just dye the damn thing, right? You have a point, and I wonder how much this was done. The sand color beret was unofficial during the war, which will help explain the wide range of shades. Get it from a...
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    Khakis - which ones?

    Funny Story: I bought a pair of these on sale. When I got them, I was REALLY happy. Button fly, on seam pockets, all the features I was looking for, and on sale, and in my size. Get them home, get plastered, because I could, my wife gets home. I hear her say something about my new khakis...
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    SAS Berets

    I can understand, but I know a guy with the same attitude. He calls me a "life-long civilian" like it's an insult. My best friend served for 20 years in three armies. He does not constantly spit the word civvy like its an insult at me. We share a love of militaria, specifically British, but that...
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    SAS Berets

    Dave, :offtopic: Please settle down. Some of us really like Militaria and enjoy purchasing things like unworn SAS berets. I've noticed you get quite the chip whenever somebody mentions things like reenacting and buying. I know, I know, I was not in the SAS, or even the British forces. I...
  13. Trotsky

    '40's pin-ups tie

    I found one at the Goodwill. Mine has a nude inside the lining, damn racy nude at that. It is a pretty fun piece of neckwear to have, I'll admit.
  14. Trotsky

    What are you wearing today??

    No picture, at work: 1940's Grey Tweed Wool work trousers silk braces White Preswich and Moore polo collar shirt Dark blue Paisley tie, late '40s, perhaps? Redwing Gentleman Travelers Dobbs Navy Blue Fedora Coleman Pocketwatch Old Navy Overcoat (one of favorites, actually, surprising...
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    Trotsky's REVLUTIONARY sale! Part Duex

    In Soviet Russia, everybody needs clothes! Apparently, even the Salvation Army uptown, because my Mother, on accident, took everything but the jacket and suit up there last week. I am sorry for the inconvenience, and I apologize to everybody interested. Like I said, the jacket and suit...
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    Trotsky's REVLUTIONARY sale! Part Duex

    In revolutionary Russia everybody is equal! Shipping on the jacket? I will say $8 or 9, that's an estimate though. And I have forgotten most of my hard learned Russian.
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    Trotsky's REVLUTIONARY sale! Part Duex

    Ok Comrades and Comradettes, I tried this last time, sold a few items, but moved, lost contact with many things and now am back and running. Sportjacket! Brown Corduroy, Italian Cut, Size 50. Square Shoulders. $10 Plus shipping Suit! Grey-Green Slim Cut 1960s vintage suit. "Mod" I...
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    Post New Hats Here!

    Thanks! She was a antique store purchase for $10. I am telling you, I am in love with the color. Goes with damn near everything I own.
  20. Trotsky

    Post New Hats Here!

    My new Dobbs: Dark Blue, I stretched it a bit and I think it fits pretty well! Rapidly becoming may favorite hat.
  21. Trotsky

    U.S. Army considers new uniforms

    The biggest problem the army has with its uniforms is not the style but the cut and cloth. The cut is baggy and unflattering while the material is that horrible looking polyester crap. I have talk about this with a friend and we agree, keep the Army Green and make it in a nice suiting wool. Same...
  22. Trotsky

    What are you wearing today??

    In honor of Halloween I am at work wearing my reproduction Royal Navy RNVR Sub-Lt's uniform. The pants shrunk. But, we overcame that. I must say, I believe I look rather dashing.
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    The Adventurer's Gear Thread

    Same event as the last one, the next year though. Sorry I "spoiled" the threat with my last shot. All uniform bits are WPG, slouch is unknown, but a very soft fur felt, it came with a Cadet badge on it. The pistol is a No.2 Enfield. My watch is a near perfect replica bought, of all...

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