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So I'm trying to find some accurate garb more fitting for a deckhand than a seasoned captain. That said I'm thinking breeches, a loose shirt and rope sandals for the rare occasion that I'm not barefoot. Anyone know of good online shops known for the quality/durability of such products? Also, can anyone point me to GAoP nautical equipment? (Spyglass, Compass, etc etc)
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I'm spending a little time in Hong Kong and spent a day at the Hong Kong museum of history. They had a nice section on the Qing (Manchu) dynasty. It was stated that during this dynasty piracy reached and all time high. So vicious that the Qing depopulated the shore regions to avid shore raids. http://hk.history.museum They also had a full size (although small) junk in a section on the the ethnic and cultural groups of HK!
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Maybe not so Piratey... but facinating! http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/magazin...ine/7038519.stm
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I am still trudging through my site upgrade. Not through yet, but the bulk of it is up. http://www.gentlemenoffortune.com/Jacket.htm GoF
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I'm no bookie but i guess for serious historians of GAOP, this is the shite: 1688 Exquemelin 4 Grand greenbacks if you buy. I hate to say it folks, but as far as piracy would spend about $250 max for a period flintlock pistol kit, and 4 thousand is something I'd spend for a boat. jerry bruckheimer, I'm not.
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I know this topic is going to start a little fire, but i thought the article was cute &funny. Maryland Renfaire
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i found these pics online and im thinking of making some (with a modern shoe as a base). im just wondering if anyone knows what years these shoes seem to be from.they just say 17th cent and 18th.thanks for any imput
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I wasn't sure where exactly to post this... But i think that the people that would be interested are the ones that at least occasionally check out twill... so here you go. Here is a group of folks... I really don't think that they are a "group" per say, but more of a collection of international 18th c enthusiast who get together for certain events. This one was in Bayreuth recently. http://root.cologne-digital-online.de/isab...riginalgroesse/ Cool There is a guy with a light green outfit... he hand embroiders costumes. Check out the buttons! GoF
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Researchers seek Lost Colony descendants By Miller Resor Rocky Mount Telegram Sunday, August 26, 2007 Researchers hope genetic testing will connect the dots of a 420-year-old mystery that has lingered since England's first attempt to colonize North America. In 1587, a group of English colonists on Roanoke Island disappeared, leaving behind a single clue – the word "CROATAN" carved into a tree. The Croatan were a group of American Indians who lived near Roanoke Island. The Lost Colony Center for Science and Research, the pre-eminent group investigating the Lost Colony, will hold a symposium the second weekend of September to present recent findings and collect DNA s…
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From the Times today: "Over the centuries, doctors described disorders like “wrist drop,” in which housepainters using leaded paint would suddenly lose control of their wrist musculature, and “dry gripes,” a complaint among early American colonists that was linked to the drinking of West Indian rum that, as a result of its processing, was brimming with lead." If West Indian rum was "brimming with lead", then sailors were probably affected, right? Does anyone have any leads on this? The "dry gripes" were a condition in which the intestines would temporarily shut down. Other acute symptoms of lead poisoning: lead encephalopathy, attacks of coma, delirium, convulsions. Ch…
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JUST KIDDING..... Just wanted to get ya'll attention, to those I haven't seen in awhile. MISS YOU GUYS! OH MAN, I know I got some of your slops all up in a bunch.... HAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!! Made YA Look!
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Last night I caught a PBS dumentary on the mystery of the Bermuda Triangle (or Devil's triangle)....just another mysterious variable in the water between Miami, the out-islands, and Bermuda. Some parts of the broadcast had some cool bits of an earlier broadcast hosted by eerie-voiced Vincent Price. What really got my attention, personally, was the 1985 sinking of the sailing bark Marques ( whom I lost a schoolmate on an educational trip). Internet has some interesting sites:Lost Ships However, it's difficult to find any info on pirate ships....but relevant just the same.
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Wear a neckerchief.... Now, I know Mr Foxe loves to be the counterweight, but it is really hard to find pictures of GAoP sailors, on ship or off, that are not wearing something around their neck. It doesn't have to be a fancy silk affair either! A simple linen job, a square yard, will work. GoF
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I discovered a source for logwood. I purchased 200 grams of it, which should suffice for my purposes. I want to dye a small amount (think of half a can of coke) of water blue with it, NOT any fabrics. So, does anybody know how to extract the blue dye? I guess just cooking the wood chips isn't enough, is it? Same question, for cochineal: How are the dead bugs to be treated to release their red color? I hear that they are ground, but is that all?
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Many of ye who hath scaled the East Coast of the US are familiar with Murell's Inlet, known for its MANY fine seafood dining experiences, great fishing and tourism. When I lived in SC (not in Murell's but I stopped there alot), and since have visited back, any tourist scuttle about the town suggested that it was named after a Pirate named Murell who supposedly buried treasure around there centuries ago. Does anyone know if Murell was real, or is it just a made up legend? Input here is greatly appreciated as the research I have tried hath left me with an empty trawler.
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what style of hats did pirates wear around 1620, im alittle curious
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I had been lookin for links for audio for Bosun call and found this. Boatswain calls on audio Eye have been practicing with mine. However I wonder if one was even used during the period GAOP on Pirate Vessles. Which also begs another question.. Though alot of Pirates were X-English/French navies just how close to "Tradition" was adhered to concerning nauticle practices...Such as BostSwains calls? Boatswain's Calls of the US Navy... What is "Piping the Side" Mean? All Hands ,Belay,Heave Around,Mess Call,Pass the Word,Piping the Side, Secure General Quarters ,and Sweepers .
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ok,im dying to know the deal on striped socks.im talking about the knee socks with the contrasting horizontal stripes.everyone at the ren faires seems to wear them,but i find it hard to believe they are even close to period correct. if not, why does everyone wear them? and if they are, why did they wear striped socks back then? seems wierd.
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ahoy to all and any, would like to know what ye expect from a potter in terms of type of ware and colouration. new to this forum so i ask a bit o time to learn as well thank ye.
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I have been pouring over some favorite books from my youth... "Colonial Living" and "Oars, Sails & Steam" both Written and Illustrated by Edwin Tunis. Both were written in the 1950's and both seem to have been well researched and the illustrations seem well detailed. I wonder who accurate these details are and can they be followed for developing kit and accoutrement?
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I recently came across Crown and Anchor, an extremely simple dicing/gambling game which supposedly has some history in the british navy. My question is how far back does this go? Anyone have any idea? The concept is so simple it's easy to imagine it dates back as far as dice do but I know that's sloppy thinking.
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I knows some of you have done it. But I'm curious how many of you have also done it. ...seems more athentic for rogue seamen. mine originally came with drawstrings at the knees but I'm thinking of cutting the hem out..
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Quick question for those of you who have the Fugawee Concords- or know people who do. Q: Do I order my regular shoe size or a 1/2 size larger? I have read both ways in previous threads here in the pub.... Some were saying that you could wear a small/short pair of socks under your stockings that wouldn't be noticed BUT would provide extra comfort... My feet blister easy...this kinda sounds like a good idea.. I'd really liek to hear what everyone has to say about it. For my first pair of reenactment shoes, should the Fugawee Concords with the small Gentlemen of Fortune buckles work well. Thanks in advance- Graham
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Jas Townsend is now offering this 1770's Sleeved Waistcoat I know 1770's is post Golden age but I am wondering if this pattern is any different compared a GAoP Sailor's Short Jacket. It looks almost identical to me. Very reasonable at $125.00 and available in several colors of Linen, Wool, or Cotton Canvas. Thoughts?
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I'm putting together my historically correct kit and was wondering everyone's opinion on the correct belt widths.... I have read through previous threads that seemed to frown upon thicker than 2" belts....The buckles should be period correct from the buckle threads I've seen here in the Capt. Twill fourm... Smiling Fox Forge has 2 adult sized belts and I was considering ordering one... 1st is a 2 1/8" Belt: https://www.dkiempire.com/Secure/smilingfox...ils3.asp?id=421 2nd is a 1 3/4" Belt: https://www.dkiempire.com/Secure/smilingfox...ils3.asp?id=422 OR should I get the 1 3/4" thick hanger belt (Kinda leaning towrads this one) so I could carry my cutlass without ha…
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