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Historical Emporium Reviews & Ratings



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Historical Emporium Customer Reviews, Week Ending 2014-06-29

Bob K
Vic, Australia
2014-06-29
I have always been able to order with confidence.
Michael G
IL, United States
2014-06-28
Dear friends: I call you friends because of the more than cordial service, and the genuine feeling of friendship of serving me with professionalism. It was greatly appreciated; in fact I've already recommended your site to other friends. Thanks for a good experience. Michael Greenwell
DAA
PR, United States
2014-06-28
I obtained the product that I was looking for at a reasonable price. The order arrived promptly and the packing was great !
chk49
OH, United States
2014-06-28
I was generally pleased with the pricing and quality especially when compared to the suttleries at the reenactments and shows I have attended. The items met my needs.
Ootman
TX, United States
2014-06-28
We bought several beautiful gun belts and holsters but we ordered the wrong size. Returned for full credit, reordered size and received new holsters that are beautiful in quality and craftsmanship. Received full credit for returns. These are really nice quality belts and holsters for your .38 or ,.45 Colt pistols! You will not find a better deal for the quality of the leather and workmanship!
Tony
CA, United States
2014-06-27
The product was amazing. I will definitely become a regular customer.
Chicago B
2014-06-27
Great great store and I WILL BE BACK for more.
Tim
NY, United States
2014-06-27
They provided excellency customer service. I had to contact them because I was in a rush to receive my purchase for a party. They were more than accommodating in making sure I received my clothes in time. On top of that, they are very friendlyâ
warre4
Vic, Australia
2014-06-27
Great service easy to deal with fast delivery to Australia
Ron
OK, United States
2014-06-27
Products: High quality, very well made Service: If there were anything higher than outstanding I would say it Shipping and delivery: extremely quick, my order traveled 1200 miles!
Colleen
CA, United States
2014-06-27
I needed a hat shipped overnight. I received it the next day, in great condition. I really appreciate the extra effort that went into making sure it went out the same day I ordered it. Many thanks for your personal service and follow through!
Anders
2014-06-27
Amazing and outstanding customer service. I will definitely order from here again.
Art L
TX, United States
2014-06-27
I used the website to purchase an ascot tie, which complements several costume items I have bought in the past. Have always been pleased with quality and pricing. I have previously called for guidance on costume styles and have been pleased with the help.
Chard
CA, United States
2014-06-27
I go to the Historical Emporium first and last for my victorian era costuming needs. For quality, service, and selection you rock. Thanks for the great service.
Anonymous Customer
CA, United States
2014-06-27
I work as a wrangler at a campground/resort. The clothing that I purchased and wear for work from western Emporium adds a little old west flare when we take guests out for horseback rides.
Steve
2014-06-27
Getting married at the end of this year and it is a gothic victorian wedding. I bought every item and some extra bit I required from the Emporium. Within a week it was delivered! Great service, brilliant packaging no messing about. Easy measuring instructions too. Pity can't get the same service in United Kingdom!!! Thanks Guys!
Frank G
IL, United States
2014-06-27
Excellent buying experience. Good quality products at a fair price.
Opera B
CA, United States
2014-06-27
I bought the men's fall front Trousers for an opera costume. Very nice style and fabric. However, it's a little different from the description. It shows a zipper hidden behind the front flap, stating that it's a modern convenience...and actually, it's more buttons, no zipper.
Voughn
CA, United States
2014-06-27
We could not believe how fast we got our order, Good job Thank you
Anonymous Customer
2014-06-27
Great product, quick delivery time.
JASON
TN, United States
2014-06-27
This WONDERFUL SIGHT WITH GREAT PRICES AND QUALITY PRODUCTS!
Julie
Vic, Australia
2014-06-27
Item descriptions and sizing were refreshingly accurate. Material and workmanship are of outstanding quality. To say I am happy with my purchases is an understatement. Shipping costs to Australia was the only downside.
Ron S
CA, United States
2014-06-27
The hat I ordered did not quite fit as hoped. The return was easy but expensive. Would have been nice if returns were free, but overall I was quite impressed with the quality and will most likely shop there again. Thank you.
SHERIFF C
SD, United States
2014-06-27
Customer sales people worked well with me and also added an item to my order at a later time with no complaint.
Steven H
CA, United States
2014-06-27
I had an event where we were re-enacting some early west events that required pioneer like clothing and I needed the clothing ASAP. I called the contact number and the person was extremely helpful at putting the order together and ensuring I received it within a couple days. The clothing was perfect and the pocket watch was a hit since no electronic devices were allowed in the re-enactment....so most people didn't have watches.
Rick T
OH, United States
2014-06-27
The period clothes that I purchased were true to historical representation, excellant quality and fit perfectly. I have and will continue to recommend!
Dan
2014-06-27
The gun belt was exactly what i expected! Now my 1873 cattleman is complete!
Bronwyn
MB, Canada
2014-06-27
I have been looking for products such as these for everyday wear as my taste does not conform to modern standards. I was very pleased to find your establishment
george
2014-06-26
1ST CLASS PRODUCT FROM A SEEMINGLY 1ST CLASS CO.
Ray C
MD, United States
2014-06-25
UPS used the box, that my hat was in, as a step...crushed it really bad. I needed the hat for my wedding that was coming up. The folks at Gentleman's Emporium sent a new one out ASAP and took care of me 100%! Thank you for being quick to fix something that was not your fault.
Rena_Rose_22
CA, United States
2014-06-24
I love everything, except the price. But, you get great quality. I'll just have to keep saving up!
Customer Reviews by Shopper Approved

Product Reviews, Week Ending 2014-06-29

Dace Gisclard
Houston, Te
Jun 28, 2014
Perfect
Beautiful relatively lightweight and comfortable material, great styling and a nice change from plain black. The HE staff were infinitely patient with me exchanging sizes until I got the right one.
Dace Gisclard
Houston, Te
Jun 28, 2014
Very satisfied
Beautiful material, great styling. Just now, a 2X fits me in a WAH vest, but a 1X is better for me with this manufacturer. I can get in to an "L", but it's a near thing. The HE staff were infinitely patient with me exchanging sizes until I got the right one.
Dace Gisclard
Houston, Te
Jun 28, 2014
Elegant
Beautiful material, great styling. Just now, a 2X fits me in a WAH vest, but a 1X is better for me with this manufacturer. I can get in to an "L", but it's a near thing. The HE staff were infinitely patient with me exchanging sizes until I got the right one.
Ace
AZ
Jun 28, 2014
Nice
I love this shirt and everything about it but again where are they getting the sizing from? I wear a XXL in EVERYTHING! but when I got this it is closer to a XXXXL. I had to get the shirt taylored to fit me.
Ace
AZ
Jun 28, 2014
Cool
I love this belt but it is small. I had to add an extention in the backjust to make it fit. If you were a toothpick this might fit you. Everything else is just perfect.
ace
AZ
Jun 28, 2014
Big
A nice boot but I have no idea where they got the size chart. If the Ball was not so close I would have to return them. They come about 3 sizes to big on what the chart says. A nice boot for the price. If your ordering them make sure you go 2-3 sizes smaller than the chat.
Ace
AZ
Jun 28, 2014
NOT BAD
I like it a lot however it is not made very well. As soon as I touched it some of the glued on rivets fell off and I had to super glue them back on. The tag on the strap is in a bad spot and had to be trimmed and colored into hide. Nothing really that serious took all of 5 min to fix. The only thing i did not expect was it throws your vision off a lot and gives me a head ach if i have it on too long. The tint on the lens is cool. I used my dremel and added many accessories to it. All and all for the price you just can’t go wrong.
Straw Derby
SKU: 003244
Dapper
Alton, Il
Jun 28, 2014
My Straw Derby
I was really impressed with the quality weaving of this Derby. It's firm, but comfortable. The intricate detailing of construction (the quality of straw, and weaving thereof) gives me confidence of its durability and long lasting use I search for.

Jun 28, 2014
western holster,rh,cross draw.
chk49
Columbus, Oh
Jun 28, 2014
hat
Great hat. Very stylish. Lots of complements. A change of pace from my derby.
chk49
Columbus, Oh
Jun 28, 2014
chk49
Fits perfectly. Very stylish.
Mickey Maguire
Galloway, OH
Jun 28, 2014
Love the Look!
If you love the look of the Wild, Wild West, you will absolutely love the Coulter Shirt. This shirt has the perfect collar for a hand-tied bow or string tie. It is comfortable to wear and can go well with any solid-colored vest. The fit is fantastic! Best of all, it does not need dry cleaning. Machine wash in cold water and hang to dry for best results.
Mickey Maguire
Galloway, OH
Jun 28, 2014
Great Shirt - Lightweight
I ordered the Austin Shirt and already received a vest that I would be wearing with it. the shirt was lighter weight fabric than I anticipated and that made it one of the most comfortable shirts in my closet. The collar and front buttons will look better with a little starch, so, I'll starch them a little after washing. The shirt looks fantastic and fits beautifully!
Dave
Narrung, AU
Jun 28, 2014
shirt review
This is a really outstanding shirt for formal wear or smart casual, as is the reverse pattern in the Erp shirt. These shirts are very well made and cotton and print are very good quality. Get a lot of positive comments on the shirts. I have bought a lot of the Hist. Emp. shirts are they are all very good, cannot get anything close to these shirts in Australia for three times the money. Just go and buy as many as you want, you will not be disappointed!
Dave
Narrung, AU
Jun 27, 2014
shirt review
This shirt is made of a beautiful soft cotton in a very striking light blue and white pattern. It is very well cut and made with a nice stand-up collar. i bought two they are so nice. looks brilliant if wearer has blue eyes ,very happy with purchase, very good for smart/casual look as well as vintage look
Dave
Narrung, AU
Jun 27, 2014
shirt review
this is a very well made shirt of very stylish and good quality cotton. Pattern is very unusual and pleasing. Cut of the shirt is good and well-suited to slim build
Jesus
Jun 27, 2014
Love the product
I was pleased with my order and it arrived on time. I liked the size and the quality was just what I expected. The brass divers helmet was a good size that feels comfortable in my hand.
Kim
Overland Park, Ks
Jun 27, 2014
Cool pin!
I sent this as a gift to my steam punk daughter at summer camp. She loved it, and I appreciated the quick filling of my order!
Kim
Overland Park, Ka
Jun 27, 2014
Cool necklace!
This item was even nicer in person than the photo on the websit portrays. It is a gift for my daughter who has steam punk tendencies, and I sent it out to her for a gift while she's at summer camp. I know she just loved it-I'm sure I'll hear about it soon!

Jun 27, 2014
extremely well made
These pants were super nice. Definitely not like a costume, but rather good made pants you could wear anytime.
Chris
London, On, CA
Jun 27, 2014
Perfect Fit and Appearance
I couldn't ask for better! First of all, my order arrived well before I expected. The fit of the vest is perfect and it looks great. I look forward to placing future orders with Historical Emporium!
Cowboy
Clarksburg, Md
Jun 27, 2014
Average quality, black dye runs
Cowboy
Clarksburg, Md
Jun 27, 2014
Cowboy Fun- decent quality
Cowboy
Clarksburg, Md
Jun 27, 2014
Good value
Mary
New Windsor, Ne
Jun 27, 2014
Lovely jacket
The fabric is sturdy, the style is victorian but not overwhelming. Makes a nice outfit when paired with slacks or a skirt. Can be used as a outer garment in spring time. Looks great with a frilly jabot. Fit is true to size chart. If you do not want a snug fit, buy one size up.
Marybeth W
Minneapolis, MN
Jun 27, 2014
Excellent Quality!
We are very pleased to 1) have found this wonderful replica of the original Howie lab coat, and 2) to receive an item of excellent quality.
rod
Gold Coast, QL, AU
Jun 27, 2014
holster
awsome product and service
Ron
Lawton, OK
Jun 27, 2014
Woohoo!
Very well made. Great workmanship on the tooling of the leather. Looks so authentic attached to my Buscadero rig of black tooled leather purchased from you kind folks. You folks are Top Drawer!
David
San Francisco, CA
Jun 27, 2014
Fit perfectly
These pants are made for me. The sizing matched my normal size so that was awesome. Gotta shorten them up and pair with some suspenders!
Donald
Woodlawn, VA
Jun 27, 2014
very satisfied
This is a beautiful waistcoat that will help with my Patrick Henry impression. Not completely accurate for the 1770s and I had to replace the modern buttons with pewter buttons but the V-neck was covered properly with a Colonial cravat and the appearance is overall very satisfactory. It is also very comfortable.
Dace Gisclard
Houston, Te
Jun 27, 2014
As advertised!
A previous reviewer said this was just a modern tie, which, when tied in a Windsor knot would hang below the vest. It's not true. I tied this in a Windsor, and the length is just perfect. Nice wide period-looking knot, and the length is just fine. A shorter modern tie just wouldn't have enough length to tie in a real Windsor. Of course, this WOULD be too long if tied in a four-in-hand. Be sure you're using a real Windsor knot.
Art Langrish
College Station, Te
Jun 27, 2014
Ascot tie, black
Well made and elegant
Frank G
Mchenry, IL
Jun 27, 2014
good service good product
good quality.....good fit......My only problem is that the hammer loop did not reach, I tried to lengthen it but it was too tight. I will contact by phone or email to see if and how I can adjust the hammer loop. Otherwise I am completely satisfied with the product.
Tom Cotton
Snyder, Te
Jun 27, 2014
Quality
I like the fact that the felt is soft and it keeps its shape. Excellent product.

Jun 27, 2014
Lucille Walking Suit
Straw Derby
SKU: 003244
Ron S.
Marina del Rey, CA
Jun 27, 2014
Straw Derby
Good solid quality, but a bit heavier than expected for a summer straw hat. Size was a problem for me, so unfortunately had to return it. Thank you.
Black Jack Shellac
Waltham, MA
Jun 27, 2014
Snazzy.
Great medium weight vest, good for the warmer months. Sizing is correct, rare in this world, I'm about a 45 chest and the large fits just right. The stripey fabric goes good with lots of shirts. A Yale man might even wear it over a t-shirt.
SHERIFF COFFEE
RAPID CITY, SD
Jun 27, 2014
NICE
BOUGHT THESE FOR MY WIFE WILD JOSIE BASSETT SHE WAS SO HAPPY....WE ROBBED THE TRAIN
Dan
Etters, Pa
Jun 27, 2014
Authentic
The belt fit perfect and looks great!
GEORGE
NC
Jun 26, 2014
quality
high quality,good fit,great shirt!!
Andrew Leitch
Perth, We, AU
Jun 25, 2014
Nice but...
Lovely jacket. Good fit for me. A little disappointed about the quality of the buckle at the front, which was plastic.
Andrew Leitch
Perth , We, AU
Jun 25, 2014
Nearly Perfect
I love these trousers. They look great from the front but be aware that on large fellows like myself, when coupled with suspenders they look a little like a pair of wading trunks one might wear trout fishing. My advice is to never wear them without a vest or jacket on of some kind to cover the waist.
Andrew Leitch
Perth, We, AU
Jun 25, 2014
Great Value
Absolutely fantabulous value. They gave me a few blisters to start with, but any leather show may do that and they soon wore in. Over half the shoes I've ordered from overseas have been too small for me and cost three or four times as much, but not these ones. Lovely fit. Great look. And perfect for antipodean exploration.
Tim Muir
Or
Jun 24, 2014
Lawman Striped Shirt
Another great looking and great fitting shirt. Love the tin star buttons, a nice touch! Came on a hanger and protected by a garment bag. The shirt maintained it's fit after the first wash, per instructions. I can see this becoming my favorite shirt! Shipping and customer service are top-drawer. I'll be coming back!
Tim Muir
Or
Jun 24, 2014
Tobin Shirt in Blue
I am very pleased with this shirt, right from opening of the box to the washing and wearing. I was impressed that it came on a hanger and covered with a thin plastic garment cover, not shoved into a bag like so many I have bought from other sources. I'm very happy with the fit, even after washing, and how comfortable it is. Shipping and customer service was excellent so I'll be buying more items from Historical Emporium in the future, that's a fact.
Ken
Ne
Jun 23, 2014
Nice Belt
Decent belt. I would go an extra size up from what you'd think you need.. Decent leather and is perfect for the cross draw holster.
Ken
Ne
Jun 23, 2014
Decent Holster
Decent quality for the money and more comfortable than a buscadero style rig. I'm a part time reenactor at an Western themed park in NJ and this holster has been more than sufficient.

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