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Damn, you’re right.

Damn, that sort of response is really disappointing to see.

Another type II just popped up, this time in a larger size (44). The body length would never work for me, but I'd love if someone here was able to make it work. https://page.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/k1140652142

@julian-wolf I think the Yahoo listing is just referencing a FW lot number that doesn't exist. The bag looks authentic and in good shape for how old it is, but they're asking for 50% more than the original price (16,000¥). I'd like if they reran the Kingfisher at some point as it would make for a good work bag, but not plans currently.

No experience with shell moc-toes, but good point of reference! The Shoe Mart actually has my size in stock for the LHS but not for the factory seconds unfortunately. I've kept an eye on those in the past, might be worthwhile.

Good point Julian, hadn't considered applying those. Another point I should've mentioned is that I've also been considering the JM Weston 180 loafer in beechnut suede. The JM Weston seem a bit more dressy and my style is more casual, but I saw some in person in Paris and they were really well made.

Getting a little in the weeds here, but looking to buy a pair of Alden snuff suede loafers. Is the LHS version (6243F) really that much of an upgrade over the machine sewn version (6221L)? The general consensus seems to be that the LHS version is higher quality, but I was leaning towards the 6221L given the rubber sole. Looking at photos online and it's hard to tell much of a difference. Might be easier to tell in person, but I don't have that option unfortunately. Generally I'm not a fan of leather soles, but most people don't seem to mind the flex leather one from Alden. 6243F: 6221L:

I'll let you know what I find out.

@julian-wolf No, not that I am aware of. Do you have that code handy from the listing?

13-13.5 oz.

Gave them a wash yesterday, liking where they are headed. Will probably give them another wash in a couple of months.

Seconding b_Fs suggestions, I take a w38 in OA and w36 in all my Freewheelers jeans. And always buy from Hoosier.

Has the forum been loading extra slow for anyone else lately? Noticing it on both my phone and laptop.

The fabric is pretty soft, however it still does feel like it has a little starch left in it.

@beautiful_FrEaK yup pretty stubborn, three months total being the main pair that I’ve been wearing. I’ll throw a different pair into the mix every now and then, but that’s been infrequent. So maybe realistically two months of actual wear.

Small update on my 03s, a little over three months of wear so far. Aiming for a little more contrast, at least initially. Will likely wear them another month or so before washing.

I'll contribute! My jacket collection is smaller and more focused than my jeans, mainly since I get relatively little time to wear them. Freewheelers 504xx 1900 closed front jumper 506xx 1922 506xx 1933 506xx 1942 506xx 1945 507xx RB Lot 100 Ironalls Ooe Yofukuten Wool-lined chore coat Chore coat in twisted weft denim Railroad jacket Cone denim Railroad jacket ecru denim

Since we're all doing updates, here is mine after a little over a year. Changes are in bold. FW 1942 to be added soon, thinking about selling all my WH jeans if anyone is interested. I just haven't been wearing them at all lately. If you happen to see a pair up for sale that sparks your interest hit me up, haven't properly listed any of them yet (besides the Boncoura and At Last). Bootleggers 601XX Bridge Of The Times MT824XX Freewheelers 601XX 1937 601xx 1943 S601XX 1944-45 661XXZ 661XX 601B 601RB Lot 102 Ironalls Lot 560 1922 Overalls LB Denim 40s Ooe Yofukuten 1702XX Contest Jeans Boss Overalls DB01 Mechanics Overalls Ecru Mechanic Overalls Indigo OA01XXC OA01XX (Inspiration LA special) OA02XX Saddle Pants OA01-BS OA-1927BS SOA03XXD-0823 Rockets 0001XX Roy All Duck Big Bro CB1 Indigo Lovers Kinda Special" KS1001 Memorial Jeans R01 Test Lot RS01SAIL RS02 Nihon Menpu RS04 RT1002 Roy Test Lot 00 XX20 XUVS Sugar Cane Super Denim Collectibles 1943 YM Factory Army Trousers For Sale At Last & Co Lot 126 Boncoura XX Warehouse 1001 1001 Inazuma Lot 1202 USN trousers S1001XX 46 25th Anniversary Hinoya 1001HXX SOLD 45rpm Sorahiko At Last & Co Lot 147 Conner's Sewing Factory 46 1st half Denim Base GBG001 Denime Shins Fullcount 1101 Fullcount 1101PH Iron Heart 634s-b Left Field Greasers LVC 1976 Mister Freedom Lot 64 Okinawa Mister Freedom Lot 674 Golden Pique Momotaro 1705 Old Hands OH15-9 OrSlow 105 Pure Blue Japan XX-009 Pure Blue Japan XX-019-BB Real Japan Blues 105BSP Real McCoy's 991 rebuilt.jp 1922 repro Resolute 711 Rogue Territory Stanton Samurai 16th Anniversary 710OG Self Edge X Dry Bones 19 Self Edge x Iron Heart 22 663s Stevenson Overall Co. 714 Valencia Stevenson Overall Co. 737 Studio D'Artisan D1538XX-B Sugar Cane Junky Special 1946 Sugar Cane 1947 Black TCB 20’s Contest Jeans (returned) TCB 40’s Contest Jeans Sugar Cane Kakishibu Sugar Cane Black 1947 The Flat Head 2111 The Flat Head 3009 The Strike Gold 2105 The Strike Gold 5105 Warehouse 1001 Natural Indigo Warehouse Lot 1002 Warehouse 1004XX 1936 Warehouse DSB 1001XX

When can we expect fit pics Maynard?!

I’m with you on vests, just a line that I can’t seem to cross. So I’ll be passing as well. And you know if I really wanted to try a vest I probably would’ve already gotten several from FW.

Interesting, mine still seem to have a bit of starch to them. But the denim is very soft no question.

@beautiful_FrEaK how did you wash your pair? And how many washes so far? I've only done the initial wash via OA's suggested process (warm bath soak, cold gentle wash) and I'm finding the denim to be a little rigid still after a couple of months. Also, it looks like OA will be releasing the vest that they had for sale two Inspirations ago, this time in a 10 oz. denim inspired by Amoskeag Mills (produced by Collect). I think a few people here might have the Cone version, @CSL and anyone else? Interested in your thoughts on it after some time as well as any pictures if it's showing wear. Never been a vest guy, but seeing them wear it it looks pretty cool and functional.

@AlientoyWorkmachine another user on here that I chat with a lot has been talking up Michigan, seems like a nice spot. Winters would be a big change but honestly with how brutal the last few summers have been down here it sounds like a nice change of pace. Also have some family moving back to the DC area soon so that's another option. I just want anywhere with four actual, distinguishable seasons!

The top is stitched down, there's a pen holder on the left hand side and there's a cutout in the middle where you can access it. Stole this photo from Brogue:

@tooth I missed it the first time around back in 2021, and honestly it worked out for the best. The updated model is a bit looser fitting and has the two way zipper which is a nice touch.