This is for everyone who may have a question about what's available as far as Indy gear and props. Finding something you want can be difficult, so I thought we'd compile this thread to sort of showcase what's quality and what should be avoided. Please add your own reviews and photos, suggestions, and correct me if there is something I am mistaken about or something I missed. Keep it simple though, this is for all the new guys who want to get a quick lesson is what is screen accurate and worth your cash. If your looking to get real technial about a certain piece try Club Obi Wan.
http://www.indygear.com/cow/
We'll start with Fedoras (Hats) as it seems a popular choice. First ask yourself why your buying a hat? What Color do you want, Brown or Grey? Is it to have as a cool prop on your desk and wear once in a while? Or do you want a hat you can wear all the time that will take a beating? Or maybe just the most accurate Indy hat you can have?
AB Hats :
First and foremost I want to mention Steve Delk from Adverturebilt hats. If your looking to get what many would consider the "Best Hat" Adventurebilt may well be it. Each hat is handmade for the customer by Mr. Delk who crafted the hats seen in KotCS. They are terrific looking and quality hats that you can have styled to match the scene of your choice. They are also very durable and can act as a real hat in all conditions.
The big drawback for most people will be the price, which is at the moment, I believe $300.00. This also includes a wait period as he makes each hat by hand and is still catching up from making the movie hats.
The AB Deluxe :
Of course we must also talk about Adventurebilt Deluxe and Marc. Marc is Steve's european counterpart and offers an even higher quality, although pricier felt quality. I'd reccomend Marc and a Deluxe for the fans who want a really screen accurate felt and feel. If your a really serious collector or avid hat enthusiast, take the plunge and get an AB.
Then we have Stetson and Herbert Johnson both of which are well made hats, both were used in the original films, both will most likely come to you Open-Crowned. The problem is they can be tricky to find. What readily comes to mind is Magnoli Clothiers who I believe is still offering the Herbert Johnson as well as Todd's Costumes. Otherwise eBay is how to get one at an affordable price. Stetson also had made the offical hats before Dorfman Pacific. (Dorfman are the hats you'll find at Disney parks)
What is an Open Crown? Well that means the hat will not have indentations on the front or top and you will give it the shape you choose yourself. This is easy with most hats, although some softer felts may be a bit harder to achieve the desired shape. The same goes for older hats that have softened. You could correct this by using steam methods or trying stiffener spray.
Peter Bros. Also offers a very good looking Indy hat, but I do not know much about them other then they are higher end and a bit pricey. I'd be happy to have someone here share about a Peter Bros. if you own one.
DP Official Hats:
Now lets talk more afforable options. You have the "official" Dorfman Pacific Indy hats. They vary in color but esentially you have wool felt hats which will run you between $30-$50. Then you have fur felt, Which is slightly nicer, and a bit stiffer. Fur felt will cost you around $50 if your lucky, to $75 or more. Neither of those hats are made to be worn in real weather and are more or less novelty/collector's pieces. They also now offer a Beaver felt hat which retails for around $500. This is something I would avoid as better options simply exist. If you'd like to pick up one of these hats, You can try most any online hat shop, ShopStarwars.com, and eBay. All of these hats sport a look closest to that of Last Crusade's hat.
The Federation:
The last hat maker to mention for now is Akubra. They offer a Federation and a Deluxe. Both of which are great Indy hats with the Deluxe being a higher quality and again more expensive felt. These are the best hats for you guys who want something to wear once in a while that is more accurate and inexpensive. They run around $150 or more after shipping and can be found at Hatsdirect.com. This hat comes to you Open-Crowned. Don't be intimidated, its easier to shape then you think. Just take your time and get the look you want.
The Federation Deluxe :
http://www.hathistory.org/indiana_jones/index.html
http://www.raidershat.com/
http://www.indygear.com/cow/viewforum.php?f=1&sid=286ef3daf732a752db03802c6ec07a61
http://www.adventurebilthats.com/
http://www.adventurebiltdeluxe.com/
http://www.magnoliclothiers.com/
http://www.toddscostumes.com/
http://www.hatsdirect.com/
http://shop.starwars.com/search/?keywords1=indiana+jones+hat&method=and
http://www.villagehatshop.com/indiana_jones_hats.html
http://www.ebay.com/
The Leather Jacket. Who doesn't want Indy's leather jacket? The big questions are : Which brand is correct and what color is correct. Well there isn't a correct answer to those. Not just one anyway. If you watch the video on the offical site, you'll catch a glimpse of the jacket rack for the production of Indy 4. About 40 Jackets and a range of a dozen shades of Brown. So you have to detirmine what scene you like the look of the Jacket best, and detirmine your color from that.
Next what hide do you want? A lighter and Raiders accurate lambskin which is easy to tear, Or cowhide which will take a beating and keep on going. Other options exist as well.
Now ask if you want a new looking Jakcet, or a Pre-Distressed Jacket that looks like it's been on a ton of adventures. I prefer the predistressed look, especialy for a costume, a clean Indy doesn't look right to me.
The new Jackets for KotCS were made by Tony Nowak. Be prepared to spend big for one of these high quality jackets.
Wested's Raiders Special:
The next most readily available, accurate jackets would be from Wested Leather. Wested operates in the U.K. and will custom tailor your Jacket for you for a small fee. You can also choose from Raiders, LC, or ToD, as well as your hide, distressing, and even if you want an 80's cut. The 80's cuts are for slimmer indivuals only however.
Then of course we have Offical Jackets, like the kind you see at Disney Parks, your best bet for on these is ebay, although the accuracy isn't perfect, they are nice Jackets at an affordable price that are officaly licensed.
Todd's Standard:
Lastly I'll mention Todd's costumes who are also offering a very nice looking Standard Coyle Jacket at an affordable price. For most Indy fans this will be a good bet, He also offers a nicer, more expensive Jacket if you want to get serious. I have heard alot of good things about the standard.
Alot of others offer Indy style Jackets, but these are the easiest to find and what comes to mind.
http://www.indygear.com/gear/jacket.shtml
http://www.theraider.net/information/indy_gear/jacket.php
http://www.indygear.com/cow/viewforum.php?f=2
http://www.tonynowak.com/
http://www.wested.com/
http://www.toddscostumes.com/indy/jackets/indiana_jones_jackets.htm
http://www.ebay.com/
The Whip. When you were young, your parents didn't want you to be the kid on the block with a whip, putting eyes out left and right. But now your a bit older and want to add one to your collection. So where do you start?
David Morgan:
Well if your a hardcore fan you can start with David Morgan. The supplier of the whips for the films, You don't get much better then these in quality. The drawback is the price tag. Anywhere from $400-$500 for a used whip on ebay, to close to a thousand for a brand new one.
The whips in the film are usually 8-10 feet long and 12 Plait. The plaits are basically the braids you see on the outside of the whip. Longer lenghts were used only for special stunts.
IOAB:
The next good choice is the Indy on a Budget or IOAB Whip from Winrich Whips. Not the same as a Morgan, but still high quality and great constuction with a whip that will actually crack.
Todd's New Whip:
Then again, we have Todd, who recenlt began offering whips. The verdict on these isn't really in yet, but they do look great, and have an affordable price as well. Im planning on picking up one of these myself.
And finally we have ebay. The seller coming to mind is JrzJoe. Not the best whips, but for display or costumes, they work well. They are mostly affordable ranging from $25-$400.
http://www.indygear.com/gear/whip.shtml
http://www.davidmorgan.com/browse.html?category_name=whips&ticket=284066-1797634&sequence=56999
http://www.winrichwhips.com/
http://www.toddscostumes.com/indy/whips/indiana_jones_style_whips.htm
http://stores.ebay.com/jrzjoe
http://www.indygear.com/cow/
We'll start with Fedoras (Hats) as it seems a popular choice. First ask yourself why your buying a hat? What Color do you want, Brown or Grey? Is it to have as a cool prop on your desk and wear once in a while? Or do you want a hat you can wear all the time that will take a beating? Or maybe just the most accurate Indy hat you can have?
AB Hats :
First and foremost I want to mention Steve Delk from Adverturebilt hats. If your looking to get what many would consider the "Best Hat" Adventurebilt may well be it. Each hat is handmade for the customer by Mr. Delk who crafted the hats seen in KotCS. They are terrific looking and quality hats that you can have styled to match the scene of your choice. They are also very durable and can act as a real hat in all conditions.
The big drawback for most people will be the price, which is at the moment, I believe $300.00. This also includes a wait period as he makes each hat by hand and is still catching up from making the movie hats.
The AB Deluxe :
Of course we must also talk about Adventurebilt Deluxe and Marc. Marc is Steve's european counterpart and offers an even higher quality, although pricier felt quality. I'd reccomend Marc and a Deluxe for the fans who want a really screen accurate felt and feel. If your a really serious collector or avid hat enthusiast, take the plunge and get an AB.
Then we have Stetson and Herbert Johnson both of which are well made hats, both were used in the original films, both will most likely come to you Open-Crowned. The problem is they can be tricky to find. What readily comes to mind is Magnoli Clothiers who I believe is still offering the Herbert Johnson as well as Todd's Costumes. Otherwise eBay is how to get one at an affordable price. Stetson also had made the offical hats before Dorfman Pacific. (Dorfman are the hats you'll find at Disney parks)
What is an Open Crown? Well that means the hat will not have indentations on the front or top and you will give it the shape you choose yourself. This is easy with most hats, although some softer felts may be a bit harder to achieve the desired shape. The same goes for older hats that have softened. You could correct this by using steam methods or trying stiffener spray.
Peter Bros. Also offers a very good looking Indy hat, but I do not know much about them other then they are higher end and a bit pricey. I'd be happy to have someone here share about a Peter Bros. if you own one.
DP Official Hats:
Now lets talk more afforable options. You have the "official" Dorfman Pacific Indy hats. They vary in color but esentially you have wool felt hats which will run you between $30-$50. Then you have fur felt, Which is slightly nicer, and a bit stiffer. Fur felt will cost you around $50 if your lucky, to $75 or more. Neither of those hats are made to be worn in real weather and are more or less novelty/collector's pieces. They also now offer a Beaver felt hat which retails for around $500. This is something I would avoid as better options simply exist. If you'd like to pick up one of these hats, You can try most any online hat shop, ShopStarwars.com, and eBay. All of these hats sport a look closest to that of Last Crusade's hat.
The Federation:
The last hat maker to mention for now is Akubra. They offer a Federation and a Deluxe. Both of which are great Indy hats with the Deluxe being a higher quality and again more expensive felt. These are the best hats for you guys who want something to wear once in a while that is more accurate and inexpensive. They run around $150 or more after shipping and can be found at Hatsdirect.com. This hat comes to you Open-Crowned. Don't be intimidated, its easier to shape then you think. Just take your time and get the look you want.
The Federation Deluxe :
http://www.hathistory.org/indiana_jones/index.html
http://www.raidershat.com/
http://www.indygear.com/cow/viewforum.php?f=1&sid=286ef3daf732a752db03802c6ec07a61
http://www.adventurebilthats.com/
http://www.adventurebiltdeluxe.com/
http://www.magnoliclothiers.com/
http://www.toddscostumes.com/
http://www.hatsdirect.com/
http://shop.starwars.com/search/?keywords1=indiana+jones+hat&method=and
http://www.villagehatshop.com/indiana_jones_hats.html
http://www.ebay.com/
The Leather Jacket. Who doesn't want Indy's leather jacket? The big questions are : Which brand is correct and what color is correct. Well there isn't a correct answer to those. Not just one anyway. If you watch the video on the offical site, you'll catch a glimpse of the jacket rack for the production of Indy 4. About 40 Jackets and a range of a dozen shades of Brown. So you have to detirmine what scene you like the look of the Jacket best, and detirmine your color from that.
Next what hide do you want? A lighter and Raiders accurate lambskin which is easy to tear, Or cowhide which will take a beating and keep on going. Other options exist as well.
Now ask if you want a new looking Jakcet, or a Pre-Distressed Jacket that looks like it's been on a ton of adventures. I prefer the predistressed look, especialy for a costume, a clean Indy doesn't look right to me.
The new Jackets for KotCS were made by Tony Nowak. Be prepared to spend big for one of these high quality jackets.
Wested's Raiders Special:
The next most readily available, accurate jackets would be from Wested Leather. Wested operates in the U.K. and will custom tailor your Jacket for you for a small fee. You can also choose from Raiders, LC, or ToD, as well as your hide, distressing, and even if you want an 80's cut. The 80's cuts are for slimmer indivuals only however.
Then of course we have Offical Jackets, like the kind you see at Disney Parks, your best bet for on these is ebay, although the accuracy isn't perfect, they are nice Jackets at an affordable price that are officaly licensed.
Todd's Standard:
Lastly I'll mention Todd's costumes who are also offering a very nice looking Standard Coyle Jacket at an affordable price. For most Indy fans this will be a good bet, He also offers a nicer, more expensive Jacket if you want to get serious. I have heard alot of good things about the standard.
Alot of others offer Indy style Jackets, but these are the easiest to find and what comes to mind.
http://www.indygear.com/gear/jacket.shtml
http://www.theraider.net/information/indy_gear/jacket.php
http://www.indygear.com/cow/viewforum.php?f=2
http://www.tonynowak.com/
http://www.wested.com/
http://www.toddscostumes.com/indy/jackets/indiana_jones_jackets.htm
http://www.ebay.com/
The Whip. When you were young, your parents didn't want you to be the kid on the block with a whip, putting eyes out left and right. But now your a bit older and want to add one to your collection. So where do you start?
David Morgan:
Well if your a hardcore fan you can start with David Morgan. The supplier of the whips for the films, You don't get much better then these in quality. The drawback is the price tag. Anywhere from $400-$500 for a used whip on ebay, to close to a thousand for a brand new one.
The whips in the film are usually 8-10 feet long and 12 Plait. The plaits are basically the braids you see on the outside of the whip. Longer lenghts were used only for special stunts.
IOAB:
The next good choice is the Indy on a Budget or IOAB Whip from Winrich Whips. Not the same as a Morgan, but still high quality and great constuction with a whip that will actually crack.
Todd's New Whip:
Then again, we have Todd, who recenlt began offering whips. The verdict on these isn't really in yet, but they do look great, and have an affordable price as well. Im planning on picking up one of these myself.
And finally we have ebay. The seller coming to mind is JrzJoe. Not the best whips, but for display or costumes, they work well. They are mostly affordable ranging from $25-$400.
http://www.indygear.com/gear/whip.shtml
http://www.davidmorgan.com/browse.html?category_name=whips&ticket=284066-1797634&sequence=56999
http://www.winrichwhips.com/
http://www.toddscostumes.com/indy/whips/indiana_jones_style_whips.htm
http://stores.ebay.com/jrzjoe
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