What is the correct color of web belt in crystal skull? (POLL)

[HENRY JONES JR.]

You get to choose! Which color do you think is the correct color of Indy's web belt in THE KINGDOM OF THE CRYSTAL SKULL?

I've been watching the film, and have looked at stills. Because the lighting changes, it's hard to pin down exactly. It's different than the color of his pants. What do YOU think?


http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w17/steven-spielberg/newest%20photos/scan0001_zps1a3ede49.jpg



Is it KHAKI?

Is it WHEAT?

or some other color?


http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w17/steven-spielberg/newest%20photos/khaki2_zpsa09038db.jpg
Khaki


http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w17/steven-spielberg/newest%20photos/wheat_zps4c5084c3.jpg
Wheat

[indydude18]

Well it's khaki. I know where they sell it!

[HENRY JONES JR.]

Well it's khaki. I know where they sell it!

O.k., that's one vote for khaki. Where is it sold? I looked at Todd's, but didn't care for thiers. I usually buy the web belts from a company on ebay. I like the antiqued brushed buckles they offer with the belts.

[indydude18]

Strait City Trading Co. #4002N khaki 50"
http://straitcity.com/display/webbing/militarycotton.html

Here's a photo of the screen-used belt that knibs took:
http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5063/5892354699_9ddc1db002.jpg

And here is the Strait City Web belt compared to the screen-used belt:

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5076/5895291475_f6ef0f3ce3.jpg

Color, weave, and pattern are the same. Pretty much 100% match. Same belt in my opinion.

[HENRY JONES JR.]

Strait City Trading Co. #4002N khaki 50"
http://straitcity.com/display/webbing/militarycotton.html

Here's a photo of the screen-used belt that knibs took:
http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5063/5892354699_9ddc1db002.jpg

And here is the Strait City Web belt compared to the screen-used belt:

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5076/5895291475_f6ef0f3ce3.jpg

Color, weave, and pattern are the same. Pretty much 100% match. Same belt in my opinion.


Well......that's pretty damn convincing!

[indydude18]

Yeah order one, and compare your belt to screen-caps. Believe me you won't be disappointed but......

http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-cJ1jTBm6egs/TZ4hrOv7pQI/AAAAAAAAAIg/afX61c2I5o4/s1600/dont-have-to-take-my-word-for-it.jpg

[HENRY JONES JR.]

Yeah order one, and compare your belt to screen-caps. Believe me you won't be disappointed but......

http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-cJ1jTBm6egs/TZ4hrOv7pQI/AAAAAAAAAIg/afX61c2I5o4/s1600/dont-have-to-take-my-word-for-it.jpg

I think you single handedly made my poll obsolete. LOL

Your awesome. Thank you indydude18!

-HENRY JONES JR.

[indydude18]

I can't take credit for the find HJJ. It's from months of work from another member on a different forum. Just passing the information along! :whip:

[HENRY JONES JR.]

#4002N is the number of several belts. Is this one specifically the "colorado khaki" or just "khaki"? Also, which buckle do you suggest?

[indydude18]

Just "khaki". As for the buckle, I wouldn't buy one from there. They're good quality buckles but if you want to go ape-shit-crazy-distressing, I'd search on eBay for authentic vintage WWII solid brass buckle and use some sort of brass antiquing chemical.

[TheExit148]

This is very tricky to identify because of the lighting used in the movie, and the post production changes and adjustments to lighting. I know there are pics of the actual costume from some events, but when other people look at those pictures on their monitors, the colour will be still slightly off when compared to actually look at it in person.

[HENRY JONES JR.]

This is very tricky to identify because of the lighting used in the movie, and the post production changes and adjustments to lighting. I know there are pics of the actual costume from some events, but when other people look at those pictures on their monitors, the colour will be still slightly off when compared to actually look at it in person.

So, do you think it's not khaki? If not, what color do you think it is?

[K-Wad]

I've had good luck with Straight City buckles.
They have some that are solid brass (as opposed to plated) that work well. However, they do have a thin coat of lacquer on them that will need to be removed if you plan on distressing it.

I also second the idea of picking up an original WWII issue buckle. You can find them on ebay pretty regularly for decent prices.
Plus, most already have a nice patina that beats any artificial distressing.

[HENRY JONES JR.]

I've had good luck with Straight City buckles.
They have some that are solid brass (as opposed to plated) that work well. However, they do have a thin coat of lacquer on them that will need to be removed if you plan on distressing it.

I also second the idea of picking up an original WWII issue buckle. You can find them on ebay pretty regularly for decent prices.
Plus, most already have a nice patina that beats any artificial distressing.


Just "khaki". As for the buckle, I wouldn't buy one from there. They're good quality buckles but if you want to go ape-shit-crazy-distressing, I'd search on eBay for authentic vintage WWII solid brass buckle and use some sort of brass antiquing chemical.

Thanks guys! This site is the best in members willing to help out fellow members.

[deadseascrolls]

I also have bought from the fellow you mention HJJ. I bought their khaki, wheat, and camel as I couldn't tell on screen what I thought was best. And I have to say that while everyone is saying the khaki is the correct one, I prefer the camel one that he offers. This picture was taken from the "Ultimate Guide" book and shows a general lighting of the costume:

http://i851.photobucket.com/albums/ab77/IndyRiv/HPIM0311.jpg

Notice how you can see the camel color of the trousers and how the web-belt is more of a goldish-yellow. I've been told definitively that Magnoli's 100% wool in camel is the exact color and weave as the CS trousers and in putting the camel web-belt mentioned above against the trousers, it's a perfect match for the picture above. Therefore, I'd say the camel is the best. However, I still have to buy a khaki one from Strait City to compare.

On a separate note, I have a variety of original WWII brass buckles left that I'd be more than interested to get rid of so if anyone's interested, let me know and I'll try to get an updated list as soon as possible. (everything's at my other home right now).

[HENRY JONES JR.]

I've had good luck with Straight City buckles.
They have some that are solid brass (as opposed to plated) that work well. However, they do have a thin coat of lacquer on them that will need to be removed if you plan on distressing it.

I also second the idea of picking up an original WWII issue buckle. You can find them on ebay pretty regularly for decent prices.
Plus, most already have a nice patina that beats any artificial distressing.


Just "khaki". As for the buckle, I wouldn't buy one from there. They're good quality buckles but if you want to go ape-shit-crazy-distressing, I'd search on eBay for authentic vintage WWII solid brass buckle and use some sort of brass antiquing chemical.


I also have bought from the fellow you mention HJJ. I bought their khaki, wheat, and camel as I couldn't tell on screen what I thought was best. And I have to say that while everyone is saying the khaki is the correct one, I prefer the camel one that he offers. This picture was taken from the "Ultimate Guide" book and shows a general lighting of the costume:

http://i851.photobucket.com/albums/ab77/IndyRiv/HPIM0311.jpg

Notice how you can see the camel color of the trousers and how the web-belt is more of a goldish-yellow. I've been told definitively that Magnoli's 100% wool in camel is the exact color and weave as the CS trousers and in putting the camel web-belt mentioned above against the trousers, it's a perfect match for the picture above. Therefore, I'd say the camel is the best. However, I still have to buy a khaki one from Strait City to compare.

On a separate note, I have a variety of original WWII brass buckles left that I'd be more than interested to get rid of so if anyone's interested, let me know and I'll try to get an updated list as soon as possible. (everything's at my other home right now).

So you think "camel", and not "wheat" may be the correct color? Perhaps "wheat" and "camel" are the same color, just a different name from different sellers? There is an absolute difference in the color of his pants, and his belt. Did you vote yet?

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w17/steven-spielberg/newest%20photos/wheat_zps4c5084c3.jpg

Wheat

[deadseascrolls]

So you think "camel", and not "wheat" may be the correct color? Perhaps "wheat" and "camel" are the same color, just a different name from different sellers? There is an absolute difference in the color of his pants, and his belt. Did you vote yet?

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w17/steven-spielberg/newest%20photos/wheat_zps4c5084c3.jpg

Wheat

For that seller (Skylight16), I bought both his Wheat and Camel and the wheat was too dark and drab. I take it back that I bought his khaki - it was Wheat, Camel, and Harvest that I bought. The Harvest was too orange, the Wheat was too dark and drab, and the Camel looked perfect. Here's a comparison of the Wheat to the Camel for Skylight16's offerings:

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w17/steven-spielberg/newest%20photos/wheat_zps4c5084c3.jpg
http://i851.photobucket.com/albums/ab77/IndyRiv/5719_3.jpg

[HENRY JONES JR.]

For that seller (Skylight16), I bought both his Wheat and Camel and the wheat was too dark and drab. I take it back that I bought his khaki - it was Wheat, Camel, and Harvest that I bought. The Harvest was too orange, the Wheat was too dark and drab, and the Camel looked perfect. Here's a comparison of the Wheat to the Camel for Skylight16's offerings:

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w17/steven-spielberg/newest%20photos/wheat_zps4c5084c3.jpg
http://i851.photobucket.com/albums/ab77/IndyRiv/5719_3.jpg

This is becoming interesting! Nice photos! Now I have more thinking to do. Does anyone else which to chime in, or have any other comments or suggestions?

This is an interesting thread!

Only 3 votes so far. Don't forget to vote!