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Gotcha, I was kinda thinking it wasn't an original. What's the going price for this type of repro jacket?

Hi all, I'm sure you guys have seen this jacket on ebay - http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vi ... 500wt_1287 Is it an original or a repro? Looks like it has a nice chest patch...but how do you know if it's a modern remake?

I really like those dices too, are they vintage?

Hi all, Just wanted to present my new aquistion. It almost has the style of a half-belt, at least to me. I especially like the bi-swing back. I haven't received it yet, but I'm hoping after I feel the leather I'll be able to deterimine if it is horsehide. Anyhoo, has anyone seen this Bormcolt...

Dr H thanks for that info. I was wondering if the front chest pocket with a buttoned flap would mean it might be from the 1930's... Am I misdirected in my thinking?

Yeah, the wallet is very old and the only thing I could find was this imprinted on it: WITH COMPLIMENTS OF Farmers & Merchants Elevator Co. ARGYLE, MINN. A.A. BUCKINGHAM, Mgr. YOUR PATRONAGE SOLICITED So I would have to assume this wallet was a freebie back in the day...

Sweet, I was hoping it might be older than the 50's. Thank you for you insight. If anyone is interested I'm gonna try to get some photos of it being worn, which should show off the jackets true chocolate coloring. It really looks like a "heros jacket" to me...wish I started collecting vintage...

Hi all, as stated in another topic, I'd be showing my vintage horsehide :?: leather half belt for all to see. I am really hoping to learn the right decade this jacket is from. Please see the photos @ this link: http://img.inkfrog.com/click_enlarge1.p ... =382503671 From the little research I've...

Hi all, I'm brand new to this forum so I hope I've listed this topic in the correct place. I recently bought a beautiful half-belt jacket w/ side buckles. I love the look and the fit, and was wondering if anyone on this forum has one they may be willing to part with. I'm really only looking for...

Hi fedoralover, by any chance could we see what the jacket looks like being worn? :)