Want to buy or sell something? Check the classifieds
  • The Fedora Lounge is supported in part by commission earning affiliate links sitewide. Please support us by using them. You may learn more here.

Search results

  1. Sonero

    The ultimative Denim Trouser Thread?

    I am seriously digging the Tobacco colored duck pants. My first Gustin item arrives tomorrow . Judging by what I receive I am tempted to order a few more items. My second pair of Bravestars arrived yesterday and low and behold they fit ! These are the EXACT same size and model that I was unable...
  2. Sonero

    The ultimative Denim Trouser Thread?

    I highly recommend starting with Iron Heart. They are super expensive but customer service is top notch and they offer videos and chat forums for support. They won't let you buy a bad pair of jeans but you need to put some effort into it. Iron Heart....right from the start. There are several...
  3. Sonero

    Buzz Rickson sizing

    I have the Demodex version. The other version resembled the Pike Brothers version too much at a higher cost. I do really like my jacket minus one complaint. The Alpaca wool used is much lighter in color than the cognac brown in the pictures. The wool on my jacket looks pale and the wool is...
  4. Sonero

    Buzz Rickson sizing

    I was looking at their chambray shirts. How does the thickness of the material feel to you ?
  5. Sonero

    Iron Heart IHJ-84-BEI Selvedge Chino Type II Jacket

    Ciano Farmer offers a beautiful version of this jacket in a waxed cotton 18oz. You may want to check it out on his website. Wait time is several months though.
  7. Sonero

    Buzz Rickson sizing

    I recently purchased the N1 deck jacket and a work shirt going by their size chart. The items fit but yes they run FITTED/TAILORED is the word I would use. I was super unimpressed with the quality of the work shirt. The N1 deck jacket has high armholes for a more tailored look...common in the...
  8. Sonero

    Leather pants

    I owned the most incredible pair of leather pants in the 90's. A gift from someone that wore them in the 70's. 5 pocket cherry red slim fit with a slight rip in the crotch that was patched up...Super Sexy. If you guys want a really nice pair of leather pants I recommend LEATHERMAN in NYC. It is...
  9. Sonero

    The ultimative Denim Trouser Thread?

    When my body was a little wider I was able to fit into 501's. The ones made in Haiti maybe 5 years ago were still ok for the price. The made in Egypt versions scared me away for several years until recently. I am a true slim fit and Levis just doesn't work for me except perhaps a 511 cut...
  10. Sonero

    The ultimative Denim Trouser Thread?

    Whatever you do don't buy a pair of Levis. What I received resembled a pair of blue spandex pants that the girl wore in Flashdancers the movie. Made in Bangladesh which is below even India in production quality. At least in China you get a 50% chance of getting it right...India 20%...
  11. Sonero

    Military 'woolly pully' sweaters

    So do you all recommend hand washing only to prevent shrinkage ? I have size small which fits me just right. Maybe a little short in the torso. I actually wouldn't mind if it stretched a little bit. Perhaps wearing it when it is slightly damp will do the trick ?
  13. Sonero

    The ultimative Denim Trouser Thread?

    I would love to unload an order on Ciano but during times of Covid especially a possible 6 month wait time it is just too unappealing even with 30% off. I could be dead or have gained 20 pounds by then ! :)
  14. Sonero

    The ultimative Denim Trouser Thread?

    Still browsing www.okayamadenim.com SAMURAI JEANS sparked my curiosity as one of the pioneers in the Japanese Selvage Biz. Not disappointed at all. Their 19 and 21 oz denim is fabulous and with the Black Friday deal and free shipping by DHL was a steal. SAMURAI JEANS > Highly Recommended .
  15. Sonero

    Questions About the United States Navy Peacoat

    I need to respond to my own post. Wow, I am super impressed with " German Leather ". The fabric feels like an incredibly tough workwear twill but of much higher quality and very thick. I highly recommend the Pike Brothers E Skin Peacoat.
  16. Sonero

    Questions About the United States Navy Peacoat

    Has anyone owned a Pike Bros Elephant Skin Peacoat and how would you rate them ?
  17. Sonero

    The ultimative Denim Trouser Thread?

    For both I would highly recommend Okayamadenim. They are having a really good sale now. Studio l Artisan has EXCELLENT denim shirts on sale right now as well as jeans. For denim shirts INDIGOFERA has very unique styles. Highly recommend . Look them up on google. Denim co from Sweden sold on...
  19. Sonero

    The ultimative Denim Trouser Thread?

    I see that they even offer a 30 oz denim but Reddit reviews are mixed.
  20. Sonero

    The ultimative Denim Trouser Thread?

    I am super impressed with Bravestar T shirts. Thats why I only went medium force Rambo on them about the jeans. I have settled on not buying jeans ever again from BS but the T shirts are a winner. I wear an X small by the way in the ultra heavyweight 8.5oz. The collar is a little large but the...
  21. Sonero

    The ultimative Denim Trouser Thread?

    Well my Bravestar 21oz came in today. According to their chart the waist should have come in at 32.5". It happens to be 15.5" flat. I could not get them past my thighs. That's funny because a 32.5 should fit loose on me seeing I am a true 32:) No response from Brave Star. Maybe give them a few...
  22. Sonero

    The ultimative Denim Trouser Thread?

    Not just expensive but let's be frank shall we.... OUTRAGEOUS but no doubt it is quality. My take on it is as far as 25oz denim jeans IH is the business bar none. Their Modified TYPE 3 Denim Jacket is also state of the art and unique to IH. When you get into the textile jackets shirts T's Etc. I...
  23. Sonero

    The ultimative Denim Trouser Thread?

    The way to deal with Bravestar / Ironheart Etc. is to get used to working with a tape measure. It drove me nuts for a while until I got the hang of it but now I have the freedom to buy things all over the world because I know my measurements. It also gives you a common language between you and...
View older results

Latest posts

Members online

Total: 2,315 (members: 35, guests: 2,280)

Forum statistics

Threads
108,458
Messages
3,061,560
Members
53,654
Latest member
billmacsworld
Top