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    Watches and Denim

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    1 hour ago, goodrain said:

    @aho nice pickup! Still feel like 36mm is the best size for this watch but the double batons are such an eyesore compared to this one.

    Agree, I'd recommend the 36 for most as the new 34 really does wear smaller than even the photo shows (but something I 100% was going for). That said, I personally prefer the single sticks as well! 

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    Watches and Denim

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    OG = colloquial term for "original gangster" (or "old guard" in my book) referring to the original "SEIKO" dial!


    Recent pick up; new 34mm Oyster Perpetual:A4D0DECF-C4CF-43E3-AE76-C45B2E3A0842-11568-000005A0C7153850.thumb.JPG.4d89ff85f0d67eb0de0e9ab40d1523c3.JPG

     

    These were actually slimmed down in 2020 from the last gen which was closer to a 35mm. These are decidedly smaller at near 31mm but I wanted to go all in on a smaller size this time around. Couldn't be happier. Of note, the new 34s feature a Syloxi (silicon) hairspring which is a first for steel models (was only used in Pearlmaster and Yachtmaster models prior) and are non-magnetic among other properties. 

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    Vintage clothing and footwear

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    Definitely incredibly risky and it doesn't seem he or his partner are the most professionally trained, etc. to be doing things like this! Honestly got a bit of an adrenaline rush watching, but hopefully they keep it safe moving forward. I'd love to hear some of your stories some day @Sansome1877, I'm sure you've seen some sketchy things as well!

    I didn't realize there are actually a few videos out there, here's another with Levi's, Stronghold, etc. found in case anyone hasn't seen it (my first time watching). Funny that it seems all of them know of Brit:

     

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    Ooe-Yofukuten & Co.

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    5 hours ago, Mifune said:

    Over a decade ago Ooe made me five fully bespoke pair of jeans, (essentially 02s with a 14” front rise.) They are the very best jeans in my closet, along with other bespoke jeans, and I thank Ryo and Hiro to this day for solving a big problem for me. But things at Ooe have changed in the meantime, no more website, no custom jeans and I have lost track of them. My jeans were made from the #12 and #41 denim from back then. How does the denim they use now compare? The cut of the jeans I see in the most recent pictures seems different. Have they changed their patterns from the 01, 02, 03? And finally, how do we buy Ooe jeans anymore? It was so simple back in the day! Your thoughts are greatly appreciated.

    Those were the days! I still kick myself for never getting a pair in #36 which had such a nice light blue hue to it, almost like a mix between WH 15th Anniversary and 1000XX. And also #43. I still have an envelope of basically all the available fabric swatches that they'd used to send collecting dust in my closet...All that said, I would say that they've maintained that same spirit of handmade personality and the cuts remain relatively unchanged. The 03 is hardest to come by, but in general I would say their standard OAXX denim and it's time machine variants etc. are a step above the available fabrics from back in the day that feel just as in step with the options in the past. It is essentially a distillation of all the qualities they were trying to achieve in those previous fabrics but now down to a science (check out some faded examples on their Instagram). 

    https://www.instagram.com/p/B_jDidsjiVT/

    As far as how to buy, you have to go through retailers. Depending on what country you live, Standard & Strange is the main outlet for US based consumers. You also have the option of contacting some of their Japanese distributors like Barnstormer (www.barnstormer.jp) who they work with fairly frequently. All in all, I would say you'll still be impressed by the end product despite not having a hand in the exact designs, but what you do end up purchasing is a direct distillation of what Ooe themselves would want to make. My favorite jeans ever if you couldn't tell!

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    Watches and Denim

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    Fun kickstarter type brand out of Kyoto called KUOE. Inspired by vintage British watches, these are mostly 35mm with 100m WR and screw down crown (Seiko auto movement). Hoping they get popular and start getting wild with local artisans (Kyoto ceramic dials would be insane)

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    Shoes that look better with age...

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    7 hours ago, Broark said:

    Which US Alden retailers are putting out the most interesting makeups these days?
    Started following a few JP Alden dealers and it’s drawn my interest back into the brand.

    Yes! Alden of Madison has the most makeups that speak to me these days if I had to choose one. For more old school aesthetic, The Stronghold still pumps out good looks. Brogue has a couple interesting ones as well. But if you REALLY want some varied/unexpected makeups that are typically from Japanese runs, definitely stalk The Shoe Mart's Factory Seconds page (for which you have to e-mail and request to be added to). Dangerous for me as I always end up wanting to buy something when they release the next batch (every couple months or so).

    Brick and Mortar is good too, but I blame them for the "Color 8 + Antique Edge + Commando soles" look that's seen on every single makeup you see these days whereas I prefer some variety (nothing wrong with cork soles, double leather, mahogany edges,  etc.) :blink:

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    Watches and Denim

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    3 hours ago, JDelage said:

    Omega FTW

    As much as I love Rolex (and Seiko), if I tried Omega much earlier I would've saved much time and effort over the past few years...:tongue:

    That said, my Sub Date is still my favorite of my watches, but my PO will be taking daily duty moving forward!

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    Watches and Denim

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    Last pickup for a while, possibly all 2021 :D Really happy with the 39.5mm sizing, I have no idea why this isn't more popular. Only thing I'd change is more quick adjusts on the sliding clasp

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    Unknown Japanese Brands

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    1 hour ago, unders said:

    I know it’s not most sufu’ers preference (I count myself amongst that too) but the heavily washed jeans and jacket look really impressive. Super realistic washes. 

    For sure, not poorly done, only issue is having to pay a premium for the wash (in excess of $500 usd)

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    What are your favorite denim brands and why?

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    I believe this was discussed in the Blunders/General Nonsense thread, but never in a dedicated thread form.

    For me, the top of the top is easily OOE. 

    Fit, fabric, story, construction, technique, handmade touch, indescribable "it factor" from being made with love and attention, and the overall awesomeness of Ryo and Hiro make it a no brainer for me. I miss the days of custom ordering directly from them, but happy to support Standard & Strange who do so much for the community (shout out to S&S). 

    Other standouts for me are TCB for their dedication and collaboration with the denim community as well as crazy fades, Warehouse for their commitment to detail and accuracy and always pushing forward with new improvements.

    Honorable mentions, Fullcount for their standard Zimbabwe cotton denim which is super soft with age, and Resolute which I unfortunately can't fit into due to low rises but would otherwise fit my frequent washing routine. 

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