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What About.....????
Just wondering about a here to fore never heard of topic-the Merchant Marine in the war against Japan. Did these guys get credit for supplying the war against Japan? And how did they succeed so nobly in the vast reaches of the Pacific? Or was the fleet re-supplied through the U.S. Navy without... -
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RAF Reenactors
My Sincerest Thanks! To one and all, I am just about in possession of the various bits and pieces that will allow me to attend the World War II dinner dance at Brookdale Community college in Monmouth, New Jersey. It is a step back in time! The orchestra and guests are all kitted up like 1942... -
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RAF Reenactors
Just A Question-or two! I have an officer's RAF Service Dress uniform. I am having no luck finding ribbons for the tunic pocket(just below the Pilot officer's wings), asn a source of King's Crown RAF brass buttons for the tunic and a great coat-any ideas where to look... -
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British Pound hits a 23 year low against the dollar
WHERE TO ORDER A 52 IRVINE? Now that the pound has plunged against the dollar can anyone suggest where I can get a 52 IRVINE? Cheers! Vince[huh]- Vince
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WANTED:RAF #1 SERVICE DRESS UNIFORM-AND KC BUTTONS
Looking for an officer's RAF Service Dress uniform and King's Crown RAF brass buttons-separate or together. Trying to do an impression of a "Yank In The Raf" Cheers! Vince...- Vince
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RAF SERVICE DRESS UNIFORM HELP PLEASE!
To Filfoster Sir, I read with great interest your remarks about the gent in Virginia that may be able to help me. I have obtained a #1 RAF Service Dress uniform that is Barathea cloth and DEFINITELY in need of additional"expansion!" could you provide further details on how to contact him... -
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RAF GREAT COAT QUESTION
Reply To Spitfire Dear Spitfire: Yes mate they certainly DO have 52! That is what I was told so give them a shout! Indeed I'd be interested in the KC RAF buttons-as long as I can use them on the coat or #1 officer's Service Dress tunic. Email me and let's discuss this...- Vince
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RAF GREAT COAT QUESTION
For John Z Dear John: Afraid the computer ate up your email addy! I received the service dress RAF #1 (barathea) officer's uniform-it is clearly the "Cold War" vintage, but the style and material is definitely acceptable for World War II re-enacting. Only problem is the tunic...- Vince
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RAF GREAT COAT QUESTION
For Edward Dear Edward: Many thanks for your post! Indeed I felt that this was the way to go-especially with my size being close to 52! If you have some idea about the size of the RAF King's crown brass buttons I might need I'd appreciate it! I have ordered one of these...- Vince
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RAF GREAT COAT QUESTION
Right You Are! Well first thank you Mr. Johnson! and indeed the coat I have selected is by Surplus and Outdoors listed as a Swedish Air Force Great coat of RAF color. I decided in favor of this as it was available in my size, and was almost a dead ringer for an original RAF great coat recently...- Vince
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goatskin or lambskin
Goatskin! Dear Kojax: Not to sound like an echo,-but yes goatskin is the better! I have a Cooper and it is waiting for the artwork ( my Welsh girlfriend has agreed to pose ala 1943!) so it had to be the goatskin! Vince:)- Vince
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RAF greatcoat
Thank You Kindly! Dear Mr. Johnson: I appreciate your reply and the photo! Indeed a photo is worth a thousand words! Wish I could have seen the back of the coat. Would like to email you sometime I've got loads to ask! Kindly let me know if this is possible... -
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RAF GREAT COAT QUESTION
Reply To John Z Dear John: Thanks much mate! I have a nasty habit of doing things the hard way! I will take you up on the offer! You may email me at vincesposato@yahoo.com or vasp@optonline.net. I have already made a blunder! Purchased a supposedly RAF Service Dress...- Vince
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What is your favorite aircraft of all time?
The Mosquito I know that may not sound very "patriotic", but truth is the Mosie was the only plane that could come close to catching up with the Jerry Me-262 jet fighter-pretty bloody good when considering the jet was capable of almost 4-500 Miles per hour. Yeah I know I am gonna be called a... -
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RAF GREAT COAT QUESTION
I aim this one at the venerable Mr. Johnson but if anyone can help no problem! I am attempting to modify a Swedish Air Force Great coat as per the information mentioned previously. If anyone has specifics on altering the cuffs(I believe they must be turned up), the back I believe must have the...- Vince
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RAF greatcoat
Swedish Great Coat Great Idea! To Mr. Johnson and his idea of transforming a Swedish Air Force coat into an RAF great coat is sheer genius!:eusa_clap Even if one spends 35 quid for the coat, the fit and color is almost perfect -without going to India! My chief problem is GETTING what I require... -
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RAF SERVICE DRESS UNIFORM HELP PLEASE!
Many Thanks! Yes, I can see I perhaps should stear clear of Replicator's and perhaps find an ORIGINAL RAF #1 Service dress uniform-perhaps two and have my tailor mate them together as he has done for my "Ike" jacket and American Army Air Corps summer Dress uniform. I guess it is just a question... -
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RAF SERVICE DRESS UNIFORM HELP PLEASE!
Reply To Kilroy Dear Kilroy: Yes, I've done that too! Have my RAF kahki's but still yearn for the feel of luxurious Barathea! Cheers! Vince:eusa_clap -
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RAF greatcoat
Your Kind Patience Please! Would greatly appreciate you emailing me please! Many questions! Vince email:vasp@optonline.net -
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RAF SERVICE DRESS UNIFORM HELP PLEASE!
I am a rather "Portly" Colonel "Blimp" size 52 regular and am looking to find a modestly priced 4 pocket officer's "barathea" uniform and of course would like a RAF great coat. I wondered if anyone purchased the one from Sanjisuri (Replicator's in India) and were they happy? If not who would you...
