New Forum Patch

mlmahon · 04-09-2011, 06:17 PM

Hey all,

I've been working and talking with Hugh Clark on a new forum patch since all the originals are gone.

I've taken the picture of the original patch and edited, then digitized it with my home embroidery software. (My wife is heavy into home embroidery. Has 3 machines.) After much fine tuning and many attempts, I have finally succeeded in sewing out a good patch.

I don't plan on selling patches. The plan is to post the actual embroidery pattern file with instructions here on the forum. Any one who wants a patch can sew their own if you, your wife, or a friend has an embroidery machine. The design pattern can be converted to a file compatible with any brand machine.

I'll try to have the design and instructions finished within a week.

Here's a picture of the final result. It's not quite as nice as the professional patch, but for home-made. It ain't bad.

-ML

cirelaw · 04-09-2011, 06:24 PM

Beautiful!!!A Seamstress for the band!~!

Neil Young · 04-09-2011, 07:54 PM

Looks professional to me.

Neil

wlyon · 04-09-2011, 08:55 PM

Very nice!! Bill

cirelaw · 04-09-2011, 08:57 PM

Now for a jacket!!

Edward Tinker · 04-10-2011, 05:22 AM

I would love to get the embroidery info, my wife has a machine that will do that stuff

ed_tinker@hotmail.com

Ed

silverknife · 04-10-2011, 09:46 AM

Looks pretty dang professional to me!

Regards,
Doug

pitsword · 04-10-2011, 10:29 AM

Very nice. We do not have a machine for that so I pray that a member can make some up for us. Many thanks.
pitsword

mrerick · 04-10-2011, 10:46 AM

We have a Husquevarna that can embroider also. I'd like the data if it is available.

Marc

mlmahon · 04-11-2011, 02:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Edward Tinker

I would love to get the embroidery info, my wife has a machine that will do that stuff

ed_tinker@hotmail.com

Ed

Quote:

Originally Posted by mrerick

We have a Husquevarna that can embroider also. I'd like the data if it is available.

Marc

Give me a little time and I'll have it for you.

Ed, what brand machine does your wife have?

-ML

lugerholsterrepair · 04-11-2011, 02:24 AM

Myron, I applaud your efforts.

This is in no way a criticism of what you have done or are doing but I have never been overly fond of the Lugers in this position.This is a remake of the old Luger patch.. Maybe I am the type that dosen't appreciate things out of order..I would prefer to see the pistol in a normal manner. Pointed to the left or right?
Seems to me it would present itself better with a new design.

Jerry Burney

mlmahon · 04-12-2011, 12:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lugerholsterrepair

Myron, I applaud your efforts.

This is in no way a criticism of what you have done or are doing but I have never been overly fond of the Lugers in this position.This is a remake of the old Luger patch.. Maybe I am the type that dosen't appreciate things out of order..I would prefer to see the pistol in a normal manner. Pointed to the left or right?
Seems to me it would present itself better with a new design.

Jerry Burney

No offense taken. Thanks for your input. If you have another design, shoot it to me via email. I'll take it under advisement to possibly do a re-design of the patch.

-ML

lugerholsterrepair · 04-12-2011, 12:38 AM

Myron, Thanks but no. I have way too many irons in the fire as it is. Graphic design is better left to those who have the time for it.
As I remember Forum patches were made and sold to benifit the Forum years ago? That is one project I have never been involved in in the past although I have several of the old patches in my display.
I forget who spearheaded the last ones? John Sabato? Hugh Clark?

John Sabato · 04-12-2011, 08:48 AM

Let me open this up to any member who has computer graphic skills--- I would welcome submissions from members on what they think Lugerforum Patch (version 3) might look like.

Jerry, thanks for your input suggestion on the position of the pistols on the patch.

As for the history of the original patch... The concept of the patch was Ted Green's original idea as I recall.

I expanded on his concept by creating the original artwork from actual photographs of a byf 41 with bakelite grips and a 1937 Krieghoff with wooden grips.

I used two pistols for symmetry and placed them muzzle up so that they wouldn't be pointing at the wearer's head

(at the suggestion of one of the original 8 members of the board of directors).

The original patch was intended to be worn on hats, but many thought it should also be suitable for use on a gentleman's blazer jacket.

Patch version 1 had a blue background. The contract for production of this patch was investigated and arranged by a volunteer member whose screen name was EOC-Bob. The original order was also financed by generous donations by members of the original board of directors.

Hugh Clark generously volunteered to be the point of contact for Patch sales. Sales of the first patch were brisk and they almost sold out within a few months. Then some time later, new members starting inquiring about purchasing a patch and the demand became great enough that we did it a.second time.
At the suggestion of members, Patch version 2 had a yellow background to provide more contrast with the pistol graphics.

Sales of Patch #2 started lively but eventually slowed down and a number of patches went unpurchased until just recently when Hugh sold out the remaining stocks.

Perhaps a fresh design will spark interest to allow for creation of a new patch.

So all you graphic artist/Luger enthusiasts out there crank up your image software and submit a proposed design in this thread!

When we get a few, we'll post a poll and find out what the favorite design is and gather the level of interest for the quantity to be produced and go from there.

And now for a Lugerforum history trivia question:

Who can name ALL of the original 8 members of the board of directors who guided the direction & growth of our forum to what it is Today?

(A hint-John D. is the owner of the assets and name of this forum and through whose generosity made the Lugerforum possible. He worked with the board. & took their suggestions to create this organization. He was the "Decider" to quote George W. Bush, the Chairman if you will, but he was not a member of the board). Members of the board are not eligible to post answers!

I will give it a day or two for your guesses and then reveal their identities...

sheepherder · 04-12-2011, 09:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by John Sabato

Perhaps a fresh design will spark interest to allow for creation of a new patch.

Not trying to stir up any controversy...But I don't wear a hat/cap, and while a blazer would be nice, I don't wear those either...

...But I have dozens of T-shirts...Computer related; weapons related; military related; automotive; Canine Rescue...

I even have several Internet Forum T-shirts...

I'm not suggesting some big full-chest graphic...Maybe just a small 3" or 4" logo over the left breast...Cafe press does reasonably priced small-order T-shirts...

...Or polo/golf shirts for shows...

MFC · 04-13-2011, 01:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by postino

or polo/golf shirts for shows...

+1

mlmahon · 04-16-2011, 01:20 AM

Ok all,

Here are the patch designs for all machine formats and instruction files for you to sew on your own machine. PM or e-mail me if you need further assistance.

Good luck.

-ML

EDIT--DO NOT USE THE DESIGN FILES ORIGINALLY POSTED HERE. SEE NEWEST POST BELOW.

Vlim · 04-16-2011, 08:48 AM

Nice work!

About a possible 'new design'. How about something like this?
(never mind the rear sight, just a proposition about the shape / angle)

alanint · 04-16-2011, 08:56 AM

No..No...Now you gotta tells us about that rear sight!!

Vlim · 04-16-2011, 09:06 AM

Rats...

It's one of 3 known surviving prototype adjustable rear sights for the Mauser Parabellum Sports pistol. This one didn't make it.

04-09-2011, 07:54 PM	#3
Neil Young Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Scottsboro, Alabama Posts: 552 Thanks: 567 Thanked 449 Times in 170 Posts	Looks professional to me. Neil __________________ Neil The hurrier I go the behinder I get. Sometimes it takes me all day to get nothing done.

04-09-2011, 08:55 PM	#4
wlyon Lifer 2X Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: May 2005 Location: Somewhere in Montana Posts: 2,673 Thanks: 3,244 Thanked 2,661 Times in 988 Posts	Very nice!! Bill __________________ Bill Lyon

04-10-2011, 05:22 AM	#6
Edward Tinker Super Moderator Eternal Lifer LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: North of Spokane, WA Posts: 15,974 Thanks: 2,072 Thanked 4,609 Times in 2,123 Posts	I would love to get the embroidery info, my wife has a machine that will do that stuff ed_tinker@hotmail.com Ed __________________ Edward Tinker ************ Co-Author of Police Lugers - Co-Author of Simson Lugers Author of Veteran Bring Backs Vol I, Vol II, Vol III and Vol IV

04-10-2011, 10:46 AM	#9
mrerick Super Moderator - Patron LugerForum Life Patron Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Eastern North Carolina, USA Posts: 3,925 Thanks: 1,377 Thanked 3,139 Times in 1,520 Posts	We have a Husquevarna that can embroider also. I'd like the data if it is available. Marc __________________ Igitur si vis pacem, para bellum - - Therefore if you want peace, prepare for war.

04-11-2011, 02:24 AM	#11
lugerholsterrepair Moderator Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Arizona/Colorado Posts: 7,775 Thanks: 4,995 Thanked 3,134 Times in 1,439 Posts	Myron, I applaud your efforts. This is in no way a criticism of what you have done or are doing but I have never been overly fond of the Lugers in this position.This is a remake of the old Luger patch.. Maybe I am the type that dosen't appreciate things out of order..I would prefer to see the pistol in a normal manner. Pointed to the left or right? Seems to me it would present itself better with a new design. Jerry Burney __________________ Jerry Burney 11491 S. Guadalupe Drive Yuma AZ 85367-6182 lugerholsterrepair@earthlink.net 928 342-7583 (CO & AZ) Year Round 719 207-3331 (cell) "For those who Fight For It, Life has a flavor the protected will never know."

04-09-2011, 06:24 PM	#2
cirelaw Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: PORT ST LUCIE, FLORIDA Posts: 12,216 Thanks: 6,209 Thanked 4,138 Times in 2,176 Posts	Beautiful!!!A Seamstress for the band!~!

04-09-2011, 08:57 PM	#5
cirelaw Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: PORT ST LUCIE, FLORIDA Posts: 12,216 Thanks: 6,209 Thanked 4,138 Times in 2,176 Posts	Now for a jacket!!

04-10-2011, 09:46 AM	#7
silverknife User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Western New York Posts: 78 Thanks: 11 Thanked 19 Times in 13 Posts	Looks pretty dang professional to me! Regards, Doug

04-10-2011, 10:29 AM	#8
pitsword User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Southern Maine Posts: 459 Thanks: 3,964 Thanked 103 Times in 83 Posts	Very nice. We do not have a machine for that so I pray that a member can make some up for us. Many thanks. pitsword

04-12-2011, 12:38 AM	#13
lugerholsterrepair Moderator Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Arizona/Colorado Posts: 7,775 Thanks: 4,995 Thanked 3,134 Times in 1,439 Posts	Myron, Thanks but no. I have way too many irons in the fire as it is. Graphic design is better left to those who have the time for it. As I remember Forum patches were made and sold to benifit the Forum years ago? That is one project I have never been involved in in the past although I have several of the old patches in my display. I forget who spearheaded the last ones? John Sabato? Hugh Clark? __________________ Jerry Burney 11491 S. Guadalupe Drive Yuma AZ 85367-6182 lugerholsterrepair@earthlink.net 928 342-7583 (CO & AZ) Year Round 719 207-3331 (cell) "For those who Fight For It, Life has a flavor the protected will never know."

04-12-2011, 08:48 AM	#14
John Sabato Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The Capital of the Free World Posts: 10,156 Thanks: 3,003 Thanked 2,309 Times in 1,098 Posts	Let me open this up to any member who has computer graphic skills--- I would welcome submissions from members on what they think Lugerforum Patch (version 3) might look like. Jerry, thanks for your input suggestion on the position of the pistols on the patch. As for the history of the original patch... The concept of the patch was Ted Green's original idea as I recall. I expanded on his concept by creating the original artwork from actual photographs of a byf 41 with bakelite grips and a 1937 Krieghoff with wooden grips. I used two pistols for symmetry and placed them muzzle up so that they wouldn't be pointing at the wearer's head (at the suggestion of one of the original 8 members of the board of directors). The original patch was intended to be worn on hats, but many thought it should also be suitable for use on a gentleman's blazer jacket. Patch version 1 had a blue background. The contract for production of this patch was investigated and arranged by a volunteer member whose screen name was EOC-Bob. The original order was also financed by generous donations by members of the original board of directors. Hugh Clark generously volunteered to be the point of contact for Patch sales. Sales of the first patch were brisk and they almost sold out within a few months. Then some time later, new members starting inquiring about purchasing a patch and the demand became great enough that we did it a.second time. At the suggestion of members, Patch version 2 had a yellow background to provide more contrast with the pistol graphics. Sales of Patch #2 started lively but eventually slowed down and a number of patches went unpurchased until just recently when Hugh sold out the remaining stocks. Perhaps a fresh design will spark interest to allow for creation of a new patch. So all you graphic artist/Luger enthusiasts out there crank up your image software and submit a proposed design in this thread! When we get a few, we'll post a poll and find out what the favorite design is and gather the level of interest for the quantity to be produced and go from there. And now for a Lugerforum history trivia question: Who can name ALL of the original 8 members of the board of directors who guided the direction & growth of our forum to what it is Today? (A hint-John D. is the owner of the assets and name of this forum and through whose generosity made the Lugerforum possible. He worked with the board. & took their suggestions to create this organization. He was the "Decider" to quote George W. Bush, the Chairman if you will, but he was not a member of the board). Members of the board are not eligible to post answers! I will give it a day or two for your guesses and then reveal their identities... __________________ regards, -John S "...We hold these truths to be self-evident that ALL men are created EQUAL *and are endowed by their Creator* with certain UNALIENABLE* rights, and among these are life, LIBERTY, and the pursuit of happiness..."*

04-16-2011, 01:20 AM	#17
mlmahon User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Port Neches, TX Posts: 80 Thanks: 51 Thanked 23 Times in 12 Posts	Forum Patch files and Instructions Ok all, Here are the patch designs for all machine formats and instruction files for you to sew on your own machine. PM or e-mail me if you need further assistance. Good luck. -ML EDIT--DO NOT USE THE DESIGN FILES ORIGINALLY POSTED HERE. SEE NEWEST POST BELOW. __________________ Knowledge is Power. Trust but Verify. Last edited by mlmahon; 04-17-2011 at 11:03 PM.

04-16-2011, 08:56 AM	#19
alanint User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Marco Island, Florida Posts: 4,867 Thanks: 1,685 Thanked 1,917 Times in 1,193 Posts	No..No...Now you gotta tells us about that rear sight!!

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