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Regarding the dress supposedly worn in POTC, apparently it is a copy.

The person selling the dress cannot show any paperwork to prove anything.

Also, according to my insider friend, two other copy dresses were for sale earlier this year on Ebay - one from Provo, Utah of all places.

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Well tis a shock to me! Oh I wish we'd had known sooner!

Alas, he will be missed.

Another star sails the stars of the heavens.

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**Smile, life is too short not to**

Well at least the dirt is still older than I am.

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**The spice of life**

Well I ordered my doll today from Amazon. Shipping states it will happen on Nov. 8, and I should recieve it on the 12th.

I can tell you with tax, shipping and all that stuff it came to $48.41.

I ordered the smiling Jack, ah me new bed buddy....LOL! NOT!

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Ah, let me try to set the record straight on this subject.

Wicca (the legal term for witchcraft) is now a legal and recognized religion in the military and has been for a long time.

Those of us who choose to follow the Mother Earth element are well accepted.

However there will always be that one or two idiots out there who think otherwise who give the rest of us a bad name.

Trust me there won't be any sacrifical anything except for the person doing so in the military, and in that case he'll be sacrificing his military career.

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Aye then, perhaps I shall have the pleasure of meetin' ye then should ye all be sailin' down my way!

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Hmmmm, when did Jack Sparrow get married?

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**Eyes like an eagle**

Well I not be livin' there but I do know a fine person who be a deck hand on the Irving Johnson, an' he may even twiddle with it's sister ship the Exy Johnson , goes by the name o' Crack Err Jack, (look fer that New Yark accent and big eyes, scraggly hair), an' once ye get beyond the facade he be right good guy.

Other than than I can't be helpin' ye out, I'm south in the San Diego area, an' no I don't know anyone down here either with ships.

A small one ye say, well that's good fer sneekin' up on them big ships and stealin' treasure right out from under their noses. That's one good thing 'bout a small boat.

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Hey, I want the REAL THING! HUMMFFFFFFF!

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Quick hint:

If you have a real good thrift store around check out the mens coat section. I have found 4 coats now that could easily double as Capt. coats, perfect length, and by simply adding a cuff you've got yourself a fine coat! All the coats I saw were running about $20.00 each. Look for the long coats in either men's or women's section.

*I would have bought the coats, but none fit me.

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**Always try to be of help**

And that my dear Gutterpunk is why we all come here! We are a treasure chest of gems! Here we share and share alike.

Glad you're enjoying it all, we are good pirates.

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**Another smooth escape designed as a dramtic exit**

May the Blue-bird of happiness find it's way onto your dinner plate.

LOL! run away run away run away..........

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Yup those prices are over the top.

But I really thought the Mr. Pototoe Head pirate was kind of amusing.

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I be wonderin lass, why ye be washin it?

Messes happen.

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Ahoy! I don't know where ye live, but if ye be in a colder climate I suggest a good wool. Otherwise if'n ye be in a warmer climate, stay with a good cotton material. Though there are some decent upholstery materials that will work well too.

If'n ye be a seaman ye don't want any fancy frills like eye-catchin' trims and such. They'll quickly get worn, and frayed.

Simple gold or silver metal buttons like ones with no design are good.

If'n ye be goin' the gentleman route, I can tell ye the coat won't hold up to heavy use.

If'n ye be usin' wools, or other fancy materials, be very careful, some dry-cleaners don't know anythin' about such stuff an' can ruin yer outfit!If ye gots any beadwork on yer costume DO NOT HAVE IT DRY CLEANED! The cleaning solution takes the color out o' the beads!

The only thing ye can do is literally hose off yer costume with yer garden hose in warm weather and let it hang dry. Some better stuff ye can hand wash in cold water and hang dry. DON'T be puttin' wool or other fancy stuff like brocades in the dryer! Stuff will shrink up and only fit a Barbie/Ken doll!

Hope I've been o' some help.

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I know two people who bought costumes from the movie when they first went up for auction many years ago.

Yes they are TINY! Unless you have a very thin frame, forget it!

And I have no doubt they are the costumes that couldn't be sold in the first place.

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Terrific! My dad and stepmom live in Whittier. Next time I'm up there I'll give ye a call and let ye know I'm coming!

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**Happiness is a full treasure chest**

Ah in my twisted mind I got a picture of your post Pirate Ink, as something that must disappear in the moonlight.

Good art work. Unfortunately I don't do needles otherwise I'd have a tattoo myself by now.

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**Best thing of being a pirate, ye never have ta worry about what you'll wear for Halloween**

Unfortunately I couldn't possibly put on a card what my character would really be wanted for or any other statistics.

Might be great to give to the guys, but not for the kids! Hahaaaa!

Naw, someone wants my card I give 'em my real business card.

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Aye, welcome back ta port. Lots o' readin' fer ye ta do. New moderators ta boot! (Aye, I be one here for this forum)

Grab an ale an' read the tales.

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Well now that looks like a real nifty place. Hmmm, left a skull in the wall? Wonder if the place is haunted? Ooooh, must be great on Halloween!

Be sure and tell us if you experiance anything strange other than your meal still alive and kicking.

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**As a pirate you never have to worry what you'll wear for Halloween**

Well my friend was just as surprised as I was. We will both be doing a further investigation into this.

I really question the fact the seller still hasn't proven with anything with paperwork that the dress is the real thing and not a copy.

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I believe I know who the person selling the dress is. I've sent him an email questioning such. When I hear back I'll hopefully have clearer information.

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Like Maria, I found mine at a thrift store. They're actually womens size 7 rainboots, but they're made out of something that looks and feels like distressed leather, and they're waterproof! And they were only $4!

The only problem is that they don't have buckets. Oh well, can't have everything I guess.

Well gee in my twisted mind I have a picture of small buckets dangling around your boots ta catch the rainwater. How convient!

(ducking buckets of water being thrown at me)

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**My job is to comfort the disturbed and disturb the comfortable**