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Old May 29, 2008 | 06:24 PM
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What are the little shoulder straps for on a leather jaket?

 
Old May 29, 2008 | 06:29 PM
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Toe holds.
 
Old May 29, 2008 | 06:34 PM
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Called epelettes.

Based on design of military garb.

Back in the day they were a place to put your garrison cap (usually called something else) or gloves.

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Old May 29, 2008 | 06:46 PM
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I liked the first answer better !
 
Old May 29, 2008 | 06:49 PM
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I liked the first answer better !
Does bring up a very interesting mental picture now doesn't it.
 
Old May 29, 2008 | 06:52 PM
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That is were your fingerless gloves go when your standing around being cool[sm=trust_me.gif]
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Old May 29, 2008 | 06:53 PM
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Wow - Sammi had it right, but I certainly laughed at the first response.
 
Old May 29, 2008 | 06:53 PM
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They keep your chain from sliding off your shoulder.
 
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Toe holds.
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Old May 29, 2008 | 07:14 PM
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they hold up your purse IL Tim, btw this jacket is only $99,,,,,,,,,yours has to be atleast $300-$400



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