Flag-Works and Bike Week 2013

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During the days of June 8th-16th, 2013 many Americans will be riding their motorcycle’s to Laconia New Hampshire for the annual motorcycle rally.  During this week hundreds of thousands of people will come to our great state to join in the festivities that are held all week long.  For those of you motorcycle enthusiasts who will be taking in the scenery by riding around our beautiful state, ride on down the capitol city of Concord, check out the Hall of Flags in the State House building, then stop by our retail location and say “Hi”. We welcome all bikers and tourists alike.  Our store is located just down the road from State House on the downtown strip at 6 North Main Street.  We encourage you to come on in and check out our inventory of american flags along with many historical flags, and and all of the country’s state flags.  Inside Flag-Works over America  is American Cowboy Supply.  American Cowboy Supply provides New Hampshire and beyond with Western Boots by Justin, Ariat, Dan Post, Laredo and Dingo. We welcome anyone and everyone to come by and check us out in person or online at Flag-Works.com.

Flag-Works Over America is open:

  • Monday through Friday from 9:30am  – 5:00pm
  • Saturday from 10:00am – 2:00pm
  • Closed on Sunday
  • For further directions give us a call toll free at 800-580-0009

You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter!

 

Flag Hunter

jhunter@flag-works.com

 

 

New Hampshire Hall of Flags

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Located just a few blocks down from Flag-Works over America in Concord,  New Hampshire is the state capital. The building was designed by architect Stuart James Park, and built between the years of 1816-1819. Inside the main lobby area of this historic building is the Hall of Flags formerly known as Doric Hall, which was named and designed after a similar display in the Massachusetts capitol building by Charles Bulfinch.  The halls feature over 100 battle flags carried by New Hampshire soldiers, representing the Civil War, Spanish-American War, WW I,  WW II, and the Vietnam War.  The flags surrounding you go back to  our nations infancy.  Some of these flags are so old that there isn’t barely anything left of them, others are torn and tattered due to going through the riggers of war.

Many of  the flags in the hall are here today because of those who gave their life to protect these flags and what they stand for. All of the flags have a story, and this room is not lacking. Some of the flags are from different states, some are from foreign countries and some are from our country.  It is quite a site to see to be in the same room inches away from a flag that may have been held by such important people like Franklin Pierce the 14th president of the United States and General John Stark, as well as many other people who founded this great country. Just like the men who fought to protect the flag then, we have men and women now who fight to protect our flag today.  Our hope is that one day some of the flags that they fight to protect may be added to this room full of historic flags.

 

Flag Hunter

jhunter@flag-works.com

The First Navy Jack

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First introduced on Continental Naval ships in the fall of 1775, The First Navy Jack Flag consisted of 13 red and white stripes which were to represent the 13 colonies. Historically there isn’t an exact date as to when the flag changed, but sometime in the years that followed the flag was altered to what it is known now which is 13 red and white alternating stripes with and uncoiled rattlesnake imposed over the stripes with the motto underneath stating “Don’t Tread on Me”. The flag with the rattlesnake and motto on it have typically been used since 1880. The snake is meant to be a symbol of resistance towards the British from the time of Colonial America. The Phrase of “Don’t Tread on Me” was introduced during the Revolutionary War, also the meaning behind the phrase is simple in that a snake doesn’t strike until provoked. Other flags that The United States have used over the years that also depict a snake are flags like The Gadsden Flag, and The Culpepper Flag. All three of these flags play a role in the progression of flags and their meanings throughout American flag history.

 

Flag Hunter

jhunter@flag-works.com

 

Coming Together

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Coming together- At the 2013 Boston Marathon I have always thought highly of those who can run for such a great distance without stopping. When I found out that my sister was taking part in this event I could only wonder about the strength and commitment it would take for one person to compete in such an event. On the day of the marathon I wondered if I would hear her name on the radio or see her face on the television. That afternoon I called to see how things were going and when I found out there had been a bombing in the vicinity of where my sister was my excitement turned to fear. So many thoughts raced through my mind. Once I found out that my sister and those who were with her cheering her on were okay my mind was somewhat settled.  I then turned on the TV only to see mass destruction but also to see people complete strangers running to one another’s aid. What I saw on the screen was that of people coming together despite the danger to save and protect each other. Through all the destruction and hysteria I saw many American flags still flying high holding strong, despite the attempts of someone to bring down everything that I felt America is, bring down the people, the buildings, the overall togetherness the flags still hold strong just like the people did and always will do in a time on need sturdy, strong, together are we just like that of a strong American made polyester flag.

Flag Hunter

jhunter@flag-works.com

American flags in Parade

Looking for a Cover Photo Catalog Pages 6 and 7

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American flags in Parade

Parade of flags

These pages (Page 6 and Page 7) are only price corrected.  As we get nearer to the conclusion of the price edits I will go back and look at the layout.  If anyone has some nice photos that they think may look nice for a cover send them my way. Here is what the 2008 cover  looked like.

Landscaping with Flagpoles or Where should I put the flagpole?

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When you purchase a flagpole to fly the American flag you should consider the installation as a landscaping project. First take a look at your yard and home in combination with garage and driveway, the big picture.

 Now ask the question, where should I put the flagpole?  Remember balance!  Different height flagpoles will look better at different distances from the home.  Some homes lend their features to the right or left of the home, some right in front, with others in front of the breeze way. All in all this is you first and main consideration. Please consider the first and second rule when determining a location.

First rule: Flagpole should not put the flag above the roof line.  Certainly a 35′ flagpole in front of a small ranch will not look as good as a 35′ flagpole just off the side of the same house creating its own display with maybe a garden around the flagpole.  Second rule: Keep the flagpole away from obstructions, ie tree branches, gutters etc.  With this rule remember trees grow. After flagpole installation remember to dress up the base of the flagpole with your choice of vegetation from landscaping blocks, flowers to bushes.  Let your imagination go!Home with Flagpole For all your flag and flagpole needs visit Flag-Works over America

Looking for Attention?

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Nylon Feather Flags

Nylon Feather Flags

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Feather flags and blade flags are excellent for festivals, special events, shopping malls, real estate, apartments, hotels restaurants, race tracks sporting events and grand openings.  Feather flags are visible for miles.  Use one or line them up!

These 12’x26″ nylon feather flags are fully sewn (except black & white checkered design, it’s dyed).
The feather flag is designed with a pole sleeve to accept up to a 1 1/4″ outside diameter pole.  The flag comes with a leather tab that is sewn into the inside bottom portion of the header allowing a nylon flag tie (included) to secure the flag on to the pole.  These nylon feather flags are Made in the U.S.A.
These flags are sold individually or as a set.  The set would include the feather flag & a 15′ telescoping Superflex fiberglass flagpole as well as the PVC ground sleeve.  Click here to check them out: Nylon Feather Flags.  We have many stock styles to choose from.
Don’t see a stock feather flag you like?  Let us make a custom feather flag for you.  If you’d like a quote, please send your artwork along with quantity needed to custom@flag-works.com

How About a New Fiberglass Flagpole?

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What better way to fly a new American flag than on your new in-ground fiberglass flagpole.  Our fiberglass flagpoles are not only functional, but will add value and beauty to your home or business.  All of our fiberglass flagpoles are molded in one piece using the beautiful Greek Entasis taper design, the classical shape of a candle.  Fiberglass FlagpoleThe available options for these poles, either hinged base or ground sleeve, internal or external halyard, make this the ideal pole for any situation.  Flag-Works flagpoles have a maintenance-free gel-coat finish that will keep these poles from ever chipping, cracking, pitting, corroding, or rusting which makes this pole impervious to all weather conditions.
 
Ground Sleeve Versions are available in 20, 25, 30 & 35 ft lengths and are lightweight and easy to install.  These poles are strong and can withstand up to 120 mph winds, unflagged.  The flagpoles come with all necessary hardware: halyard rope, revolving truck (allows the flag to fly freely, without constant wrapping around the pole), finial, snap hooks, cleat, flash collar and ground sleeve.
 
Hinged Base Version are available in 20, 25, 30, 33, 35, 40, 50 & 60 ft lengths.  They are available in both internal & external halyards options.  A hinged base allows the pole to tilt down for easy installation & future rope replacement.  The hinged base poles come with all the necessary hardware: halyard rope, installation kit (hinged base, hardware & steel anchoring rods), revolving truck, cleat, snap hooks, finial and flash collar. 
 

Page 4-5 Flag-Works 2013 Catalog

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Like I said in a previous post, when each page is done it will be posted here on Flag-Works blog. Once all the prices are corrected we will add new items and spice  up the catalog.  We will be looking for ideas on a cover photo.( Old 2009 Catalog Cover Art ) If you have any pictures you may want to submit them to  flagman@flag-works.com.  Thank you.  This is page four Flag-Works Catalog Page 4  and five Flag-Works Catalog Page 5 of our American flag page.

Flag-Works, Main Street, Back in Time

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Flag-Works has been on Main St. Concord NH since 1996.

202-204 South Main St. Concord NH 2001

We first called main street home at 204 South Main St. This location was a building that at one time housed a laundry mat. (view to the left in the picture) While at 204 S. Main we expanded next door into 202 S. Main St. which housed a florist. (the entrance with the American flag above)

In 2002, we moved into our present location at 6 North Main St., the far side of the first white awning on the right, which previously was home to Annie’s book store and a cleaners.  We have two pictures of the 6 N. Main St. locations for your viewing pleasure. We hope you enjoy them any comments would be appreciated. We also have included a picture looking up Main Street from pleasant street present day.  We will also add pictures of the  coming construction (scheduled in Sept. 2013) and when main street is completed. For those who don’t know, Flag-Work’s is the building with the white awnings on the right.

Main St. looking North

In this newest picture taken today, Flag-Works is the building on the right with the blue awning.  The old pictures are courtesy of Concord’s New Front door.