Well, I have! What sort of machine were these that made reduction woven braces and complex dividers, pockets and belts?
In my exploration of all things Blanco I came across a new forum set up by Jerry Lee (WPG) who has a picture of the sort of kit that was used, still in use today by his Indian repro webbing supplier.
http://millswebbing.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=general&action=display&thread=6
By the way, just in case anyone hasn't followed my links or stumbled on this before the Karkee Web website is a fantastic comprehensive and authoritative resource on British and Commonwealth webbing and associated equipment. Well worth a look: http://www.karkeeweb.com/

That machine is stunning. Now, where can i get one? ![]()
Well, I have! What sort of machine were these that made reduction woven braces and complex dividers, pockets and belts?
In my exploration of all things Blanco I came across a new forum set up by Jerry Lee (WPG) who has a picture of the sort of kit that was used, still in use today by his Indian repro webbing supplier.
http://millswebbing.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=general&action=display&thread=6By the way, just in case anyone hasn't followed my links or stumbled on this before the Karkee Web website is a fantastic comprehensive and authoritative resource on British and Commonwealth webbing and associated equipment. Well worth a look: http://www.karkeeweb.com/
Just imagine what the Health and Safety Nazis would say here in the mad UK if they saw that
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ust imagine what the Health and Safety Nazis would say here in the mad UK if they saw that
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There was a big hoo-ha last year when it was discovered that the big cast iron Con Edison manhole covers that are all over New York City, are made in an Indian foundry with zero H&S.
Cue lots of ranting about expoliting third world workers. It was then explained that the City had a legal obligation to buy from the cheapest supplier, whoever that might be, and that ethical decisions should not play a part in purchasing decisions. Don'cha just love capitalisism ![]()