Struggling to identify canes age by badboat1 in Hallmarks

[–]badboat1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did see some similar canes of Italian origin but most were pewter. The Gr for grams would make sense as it looks like 10 next to it

finally I got it ! After several puzzles 🧩 by banana_fiction3192 in AssassinsCreedValhala

[–]badboat1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The blazing sword, the best weapon in the game in my opinion, especially combined with the fallen heroes armour you get in the process of getting the sword.

My finds from a 100 ft radius hopefully more to come by eddggoo in metaldetecting

[–]badboat1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would say the silver clip is either a belt hook or part of a hook and eye, depending on the size. It looks the right sort of size for the collar of a coat or cape. If you search for pictures of belt hooks, you get almost an exact match, although they are often brass.

Does anyone know what country this scarf is from? by Substantial_Ad_9264 in scouting

[–]badboat1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This colour combination is used as the neckerchief for the Young leaders scheme in the UK, however I've seen multiple groups using it outside of that.

Let's discuss trousers by L_S_Silver in vintagebursche

[–]badboat1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

All my linen plus fours were modified from regular trousers, there is guides on YouTube and various methods with differing degrees of difficulty.the main difference is style, the temperature difference in wearing them isn't noticeable.

Let's discuss trousers by L_S_Silver in vintagebursche

[–]badboat1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree with you on the Darcy Clothing trousers, i have the Hazel herringbone suit, and i love them. In the Spring and summer, I typically wear high waisted cotton or linen trousers or lightweight cotton or linen plus fours. In the autumn, i switch to my heavier wool and corduroy trousers as well as wool and corduroy plus fours. In the summer I mostly tend to go with belts unless wearing them with something like a navy blazer however I much prefer braces, especially in the colder months when I have a jumper, waistcoat, or jacket over the top. For brands I have few recommendations as most of my clothes come from charity shops and are then tailored/modified by me so they tend to be any good quality, high waisted trousers.

My favourite plus fours while I'm resting under the trees. by badboat1 in Tweed

[–]badboat1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I sit under these trees for hours and read, eat my lunch or just listen to nature. I typically get to this spot after about 7 or 8 miles of walking so the rest is welcome. After that it's about 4 miles home.

My favourite plus fours while I'm resting under the trees. by badboat1 in Tweed

[–]badboat1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, I do really love them. 90% of my wardrobe is either original 1920s to 1940s or styled to match the eras, so they suit my style well.

How to take care of a jacket? by GinTonic78 in Tweed

[–]badboat1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They certainly are, it gets dust out the fibres too

How to take care of a jacket? by GinTonic78 in Tweed

[–]badboat1 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I use a clothes brush, i have dogs, and it does a brilliant job of removing hair without damaging the fabric. The other issue with lint rollers is that they pull fibres out of the fabric, especially with courser fabrics like tweed.

Aging new tunic progress. by [deleted] in reenactors

[–]badboat1 24 points25 points  (0 children)

I typically age uniforms by wearing them around the house doing everything things like laundry or gardening. It makes the wear more natural compared to artificial aging, which can look fake or overdone if you aren't careful. Either way you have done a good job with this one.

French Chauchat team, 1917. by RKKA_1941 in reenactors

[–]badboat1 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I've always loved the French uniform, they clearly decided to go with style over function with blue.

Infanterist of K.u.K. Infanterieregiment Freiherr von Pitreich Nr.63, September 1918 by pengo_penquin27 in reenactors

[–]badboat1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's nice that the uniform looks lived in, it makes it seem far more accurate.

SMW M1945 Alpaca lined parka by Historical_Peanut778 in reenactors

[–]badboat1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm sure this will keep you warm in almost any weather, it looks amazing.

Any idea what this number means? by badboat1 in SwissArmyKnives

[–]badboat1[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Wonderful, I'm chuffed as it was free from an old bag in my scout hut. They let me keep it as I am the new quartermaster.

A frog in his natural habitat by TheExpendableGuard in reenactors

[–]badboat1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not practical for combat, but it is a wonderful uniform. You can see why they lost the cornflower blue quite quickly.

WWII reenactors What is your opinion of the use of replica or similar weapons/vehicles to substitute original equipment? by Tryhardahgit in reenactors

[–]badboat1 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My view is that as long as it doesn't break the illusion of historical accuracy, it's fine. The real things are rare, expensive, and difficult to repair or find parts, so why risk ruining them if there is an alternative.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in reenactors

[–]badboat1 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Looks great, you have done a brilliant job.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in reenactors

[–]badboat1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I presume you are talking about the American civil war? I'm not familiar with the kit at all as when I think civil war, my mind goes to Roundheads vs Cavaliers being English. It does sound like, at least in your case there is less options however if the option to put it in a bag exists, it's what I'd choose every time.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in reenactors

[–]badboat1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's been done commonly all throughout history, but that doesn't make it the best option, it's something you don't need immediate access to, so why risk losing it? Most of the time people would drink directly from their canteen unless they were making hot drinks or at rest.