Springtime in Alberta

[RanchRoper]

Thanks, my capote is a hand woven wool blanket made by Northwest Traders circa early fur trade "voyager" style. No cape, no buttons, 1 inside pocket. Very simple and functional.
From their website:

In the late 1600's the French started to make threaded stiches on cloth. This is what the word empointer means. The English starting using the word "Points" for the fur trade in the 1780's. The English using the system for the price of a blanket where the French used it for just sizing. Thus by changing from size to a price system the English "Point blanket was started. The French changed the name to "Plew", and the whole Plew, or Point system started. The French made Blankets with the stripes together. these are some of the most Beautiful patterns in any blanket. We make these to a higher standard than what was originally made. We offer four beautiful designs. Available in a White body with a Red, Blue and Yellow stripes. Red body with a Black, White and Blue stripes. Blue body with a Black, Red and Yellow Stripe. Natural Grey body with a Black, Green, and Red stripes. These blankets stand out where ever they are seen. Size is 72 by 90 and they weigh 6 lbs. 100%wool

[Ernie]

Thanks for the information. Like it a lot! Looked at the website and I can tell they are going to get business from me. Just have to step back a bit so I don't order too much at once.

[RanchRoper]

Brrrrrr, makes my bones ache just looking at your picture.

Nice shooting and despite the snow that’s a great pic. Feel like it takes us back 150 years other than the fingerless gloves and stocking cap.

...and the Muck Boots....not a fan of moccasins in winter! Have to change out the hat for a beaver one some day...haha

[BigAl52]

How does da wife think ya look

[RanchRoper]

She thinks I have rocks in my head but that’s normal. She is used to it after 36 yrs being married to a guy retreating into the past.

[RanchRoper]

Thanks for the information. Like it a lot! Looked at the website and I can tell they are going to get business from me. Just have to step back a bit so I don't order too much at once.

Pics when you do!

[runnin n gunnin]

RR, I almost feel guilty, it was a balmy 69 here in Arizona. That cold and dead on target, don't mess with the Canuck ! ! !