volvo240thebest

20 hours ago, cool_hand said:

I wear Roy straight leg style (RS04 etc.) – I have other LVC jeans but the Roy is closest to what I'm after. Thanks for the recommendations. Where can I purchase the 50's in raw?

BTW: how do you size the 50s? – I'm looking at a 1 wash pair of 36 and apparently the waist measures 33.5!!

tcb stretches to size. Eg 50s size 36 will stretch to be 36 once worn.

I can send you the photo proof of it ; )

great fit @jigsaw

I wish I went with a shorter hem myself. the cuff makes the hem look too narrow to some of my shoes.
Too lazy at the mo to send the jeans to be hemmed.

slick fit!

the s40s starts smaller than the 50s but with wear the waist stretches to the same waist of the 50s in the same size. at least that's what happened with my pair.

top 50s, bottom s40s, pic is bad but you get the idea.

nice and simple, I like it. Ther Dr Sole heels are massive and too thick for a stacked heel I find. they woprk great on their own.

4 hours ago, Duke Mantee said:

I got Dean from Yorkshiresole to improve my ‘Ron’ Wolf Hunters by giving them some Dr Sole’s - they used to have a white wedge sole which I thought was ok all those years back when I bought them, but in truth it’s not a great solution and I’m much happier now.

The quality of work is good - value for money for sure. I don’t think he’s been doing this type of boot for long, but I remember Brian the Bootmaker and his earlier work ... Dean is better IMO, but the thing that has impressed me most was the communication. Dean actually called me to discuss options and get a ‘feel’ for things, he’s also emailed and texted throughout the process - communication is worth it’s weight in gold as far a business is concerned. Trust and integrity always comes first.

could you post a profile pic? It looks like the heel is not stacked and not woodman's style too, correct? I've considered doing something similar on one of my pairs too.

I can't stand anymore the woodman heel. I am not sure if there is a relation of sorts but since I've started to run consistently (about 4 times per week) about 2 yrs ago the higher heeled boots started to cause me knee pain. They're fine for a short walk/running errands, dreadful on a long day walking or even just standing.

On 1/15/2021 at 3:50 PM, Kit Carruthers said:

swift one on the way out:

bronson
wh
rmc
tcb
novesta

great contribution @beautiful_FrEaK ! fit looks perfect too.

considering your rotation and the stubborness of FOB, if you not gain weight, I guess these will be faded in 2045

Onderhoud ltt Oxfords. Olive rough out, waxed by me. These have seen loads of wear. No. 1 choice when walking lengths and not using running sneakers.

I remember the first pair fit changed a lot in the first month's, the fabric was a bit stiff and after a couple washes the denim draped better.

You mean they hang off your legs a bit like they're flared?

My first pair didn't, the second one does. I don't mind much actually, I kinda like it.

4 hours ago, cool_hand said:

I think I want to buy my first pair of TCB!

Where do I begin?

if you're not afraid of a loose hem width I think the 50s are the best way to start. great cut, great fabric, can be worn all year long

Mine is totally fine. I guess it depends by the washing machine used.

Oh oh history tells they'll fit like a charm pm coming in 3, 2, 1...

Clay all the way

I need to get rid of.some extra stuff myself and get my paws on a pair too.

I've been trying for two years now to get a second hand pair from yahoo Japan but bigger sizes never come up unfortunately. It's however a great opportunity for peeps with smaller feet.

All wonderfully white socks are in the washing machine. They're white X navy blue melange. They barely pass the exam I guess.

Hajime and Ryo posted a massive JP fade update

http://tcbjeans.com/2021/01/03/29380

2 hours ago, Duke Mantee said:

Here’s to a brighter future

Freewheelers Cassady, Westinghouse, Westinghouse, The Skipper, Westinghouse c/w Tender + RDT TriBeCa

[double post sry]

That's another classic. I did the same when I did that wire change myself. The mechanic fixed it. Something not done well with the ground cable but I can't really remember exactly what it was!

26 minutes ago, Double 0 Soul said:

Even the mighty Volvo is a pain in the flippin arse regarding wiring, ive replaced the wiring to the boot/tailgate twice since ive had my 240, it breaks where it passes throught the hinge with the constant flex as i/you open/close the boot.

Glad you're ok JW!

That's a classic in the 240. I've done it once too and I had it done by a mechanic/friend the last time, even added the third brake light (bleedin Volvo 240 nerd luxury haha).