The Devil's in the Details

So, this week I recieved another order from the fine folks at River Junction Trading Co. Not much, but a few little things that really make a costume: the details!

First up is my bandana, a red silk bandana to be exact. It really adds a splash of color to an otherwise very brown costume. I also bought a Mexican Peso bandana slide, which I think is really classy looking and contrasts nicely with the red. Finally I bought my badge.

My character/alias, "Chuck Chambers," is a Deputy U.S. Marshal from Montana, so I got a Deputy U.S. Marshal badge. It's heavy metal, and really looks the part.

The only things left to complete my "basic" costume is a pair of boots and spurs. Those are on the list to get next month when I get paid.

Until next time.

Busier than...

Hello folks. It's been awhile.

With the new semester here at school getting off the ground, I must say (to use a favorite expression of my father's) that I've been busier than a one-legged man at a tail-kicking. But, hope springs eternal!

I was finally able to find enough time to upload all of the pictures that I took over Christmas to my computer, so I should be able to post something worthwhile tomorrow. For those that happen across this blog I thank you for stopping by.

Until next time.

Chuck

Sorry...

It's been a little while since I've posted, and I've missed two fight of the weeks.... it makes me sad.  But, I've been busy! I've been getting ready for school(the new semester started today), but I have lots of goodies that I got for Christmas that I need to share, and, most recently, I'm now and official SASS (Single Action Shooting Society) member! So watch this space for updates!

Until next time,

Chuck

Halfway There!

My second clothing order came in today! Yay!

Within the package lay my shirt and suspenders (for my trousers that are still in the postal system, apparently). I will do a full review of the items later this evening, but it will suffice for now to say that Blockade Runner Sutlery delivered the goods, and pretty timely too; I'll have them to take home over Christmas!

Until next time...

The Continuing Tale of the Trousers

I shipped the ill-fitting pants back today. According to the post office, they should get there Thursday, and if they are as fast with their return shipping as they were the first time then I should have them before I leave for Christmas break. Yay!

Just a quick shoutout to the folks at River Junction Trade Company, who have been quite helpful so far in the returns process. I'll discuss them further when I do my product review of my pants.

Until next time...

The Good News and the Bad News

Happy December!

So, some good and bad news today. The good news: I recieved my pants for my costume today! The bad news: I accidentally ordered a size too small!

I placed the order on the 29th, and they arrived here today. That's super fast shipping, and kudos go to River Jucntion Trade Co. for that. It just sucks that I clicked the size smaller than I needed, but I've emailed them and hopefully I'll get them exchanged soon. If their service is as good as their shipping, I'll be in good hands.

Until next time.

New Duds on the Way...

So, today I ordered some clothes for my costume. Yay! Hopefully they'll get to me quickly, and I'll be sure to post about it when they do.

The costuming part really appeals to a guy like me. I've always enjoyed "dressing for the part," and combining this with a competitive shooting sport just makes things better. I still have a long way to go until I get a useable costume together (let alone with all of my gun leather and the extras that I want), but a little here and a little there and I'll have it all in no time. That and with Christmas right around the corner...

Coming soon... Probably a review on my revolver, I just have to find time to write it around doing my schoolwork.