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some of these tools are awesome, same style as some of the fancy guns. by coincidence just last week I commissioned Casket Chris to make me a knapping hammer, with screwdriver tip. Damn I need a metal lathe! mP

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Thank ye Red John!

we had a mouse die in one of the inside walls after a AC repairman messed with the lines going into the house. ugh ... had to cut drywall out to find it (happened a few years ago). that outside entry was fixed quickly.... lol mP

Finished https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/FXDZhbwnZl9F1K9MlNHqXaiikKzrZrs2pGNCtsNRvAk?feat=directlink

my french trade knife has taken on a nice patina in the time I've had it. Love it and take it to all events! mP

i've tried to find Polanski's pirates but only available in non-us DVD format or VHS mP

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The Pirate Museum (formerly Pirate Soul in KeyWest): http://thepiratemuseum.com/ The Pirate Haus Inn if on a budget, (Conrad runs it and takes part in Searles and Drakes raids): http://piratehaus.com/ St Augustine Textiles (great period items!): http://www.staugustinetextiles.com/code/store.html Taberna Del Gallo (great period tavern) There is more I'm sure but those were highlights that I recall from several years ago - gonna try to do Searles in March next year again... mP

Master and commander is the go to movie for me. But while sitting and stitching leather or whatever I'm working on, I will watch Last of the Mohicans, the 1st POC, Treasure Island (Charleton Heston) and sometimes Firefly! mP

June 7 On this day in 1692, a massive earthquake devastates the infamous town of Port Royal in Jamaica, killing thousands. The strong tremors, soil liquefaction and a tsunami brought on by the earthquake combined to destroy the entire town.

This is William Brand's design. He is the Mercury Quartermaster and graphic designer extrordinaire. Since the Mercury crew is flung far and wide, crew members have crafted several flags for events where they are the only Mercury crew attending. This one is only 54" by 40". Williams is like 8ft X 6ft and all hand-stitched linen pieces. I know cause I've helped repair it! It is quite a marvel. mP https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/hJo5932rWGKv5IGoJ2yAgNpzZ1ioESN-GRkNKXc35nQ?feat=directlink

I love how you take pics at various stages. I usually am so absorbed in the work I forget to take pics. But I have done a few like that. mP

Awesome project. Just finished a smaller version of the Mercury (compared to William's). Lots of work but in the end it turned out fantastic. This was with very thin white leather rather than linen, with some black accents on black wool. stitched on both sides, it is definitely a labor of love. https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/cKiN8MuaHigFWPgkkLClOP6zHiZ1HCUvsz46ly5DIaU?feat=directlink mP

Bo, The blue looks good on ye! ** snickerin ** mP

I truly hope it returns next year. In the meantime... upgrade "costumes"??!!? mP

Thank you for all who made this possible! buttons are ordered. mP

Bump! We are at 1635 buttons. another 100 and we're on our way!

Some of you may remember a few years back buying buttons from Donna Kinzle (Mary Diamond on the Pub). Well, some of us NEED buttons again!. In order to make this happen we have need to satisfy the minimum order for her to follow thru and order these. The minimum group order is 12 Gross or 1728 buttons. We have commits for 900 buttons so far, so we are still short. If you are interested and haven't already responded to the thread on Facebook, post here or IM me with your contact info and I'll connect you with Donna. lets try to keep the individual orders to minimum 50 Please! Donna has to count these and ship individually, so partner up and order together! PYRATES - This is an awesome deal - see details below: "Donna Kinzle All - button size is 18mm (0.7086"), Dutch Gold, solid metal, flat coin style with attached shank. We need commitment to order 1,728 buttons. Price is $0.34 per button, not including shipping (please note that the buttons are fairly heavy). Please sound off with your commitment below. Thank you!" I don't believe they are solid brass but are solid metal and look antique brass. if you have priced buttons lately you know .34 ea is a deal. If you are interested post here or PM me with your info and I'll connect you with Donna on Facebook or by phone. Click the link to see the pic: https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/u5wD7BzsghBMLQTuJuMc054_eZ6j494GnZTp_ntfpX4?feat=directlink Thanks, mP

Now that is a unique item! love it! mP

i've been thinking I might make a second attempt at those. maybe with hemp rope and twine and some modifications mP

Like! Oh that's right... this isn't facebook ;-)

Finally got back to my sailor coat project. For some reason I always procrastinate when it comes time to join the lining at the shoulders. I guess its the bad 1st experience with shoulder seams that I remember and dread. The coat is done, but I need brass buttons for this one and once size if determined, I'll do the buttonholes (yeah I know that is a large portion of the work). I am trying to get a brass button purchase arranged, so waiting til we know if that will go. When I have a price and info - I will post that. The newer pics are much closer to the actually color (taken during daylight) - link to the album https://picasaweb.google.com/PeterChaaps/2015SailorCoat_project?authuser=0&authkey=Gv1sRgCM-UhvHVgr7h3AE&feat=directlink mP

I thought some of you might be interested in my traveling camping kit for events. With the exception of the period hammock (I used a lightweight nylon hammock), I built this kit in 2009 for my first attendance at FTPI (known as Pirates in Paradise or PIP then). Over the years this kit has served me very well. This is strictly for events that I fly to. When I drive the stops come off. This kit was weighed for each piece in order to verify it meets the airline 50 # limit. and it comes in a couple pounds under. Kit includes: wedge tent stakes ropes a ground cloth a wool army blanket a cloth bag for pillow (place extra clothes or coat in the bag for a pillow) a German duffelbag a cot OR a period hammock and bag (depending on if I know there are available trees) What it doesn't include: poles - I usually have someone bring extras for me or stop at home depot a chair - I really need a chair with a back and so far have not built one that works with the kit (But I am working on that) My pirate clothing or weapons This bag gets checked and I sometimes roll my knife, utensils and mug inside the tent in the bag. I bring a carry-on with clothing and a small backpack for essentials and that covers it. I know there are improvements to be made - feel free to chime in with ideas. https://picasaweb.google.com/PeterChaaps/Traveling_pirate?authuser=0&authkey=Gv1sRgCK_22o_Ou9-83gE&feat=directlink mP