So much for my price reduction theory. The 1109 is still one of my favourite cuts though - I'm on my 5th pair with a 6th on ice. Honestly, I can see myself picking up a pair of these new ones at some point unless I find something similar from a different brand. Not familiar with the TCB fiasco - what happened there??

FYI, I have the FH sneakers (from 2013, which I assume are the same size/pattern as the new ones) in size 28, and wear 11 in 70s Chucks. They both fit similarly. (Maybe slightly more toe room in the Chucks?)

Agree that the new generic look is for the birds. Got a pair of the 0105 with arcs on the way.

If you like the fit, the fabrics nice and the construction is solid, don't sell them!  I know the whole marketing ploy turned us all off initially but if they are now putting out quality, ethically made jeans then why not.? Did we ever find out who is actually behind the brand?  

I haven't purchased new jeans in 2 yrs. I kinda did the same thing where I went on a denim buying splurge, and after a couple of costly mistakes I decided to cut my losses. I probably have over a dozen pairs of jeans in my closet and only a fraction of those get worn on a regular basis. I know my measurements pretty well now so feel more comfortable trying new denim....it's just hard for me to justify buying another pair when I have so many unworn pairs collecting dust.