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What would be the best way to remove polish from Vibram soles? I had some guy shine my boots at the barbershop, and he pretty much ruined my soles. Any advice would be highly appreciated.

I got screwed! My puzzle piece was blank.

Is he referring to the Singer hemstitch machine?

Yup, and photos/measurements will be up on Wednesday.

 

Sweet. Thanks for the update!

 

Out of the three he's released at your stores, which is your favorite?

 

On my last trip to NYC i sat down and did a lengthy interview with my friend Rob Lim, aka Superfuture's "readytoignite", for his Caught In the Crossfire blog.  This didn't turn out to be the usual Self Edge related interview, if you're interested it's been posted online and broken up into two parts.

 

Caught in the Crossfire - An Interview with Kiya Babzani, Part One: http://thecrossfire.wordpress.com/2013/11/12/an-interview-with-kiya-babzani-part-one/

 

Caught in the Crossfire - An Interview with Kiya Babzani, Part Two: http://thecrossfire.wordpress.com/2014/01/17/an-interview-with-kiya-babzani-part-two/

 

 

Are you still planning on releasing the new shirt Saturday?

We never get a finished version of Roy's shirts or jeans till 3 days before they release, so there's nothing to photograph right now.

 

Has the release date changed from the 5th?

When are you planning on posting more pictures of Roy's new shirt Kiya?

Images of all 3 boots are in the album linked here: http://imgur.com/a/zHA4q

 

Oakstreet Bootmakers Brown Hunt Boot: $175obo

 

These boots are in great condition, and have zero issues or defects. Always taken care of and treated with Venetian shoe cream. Size 7.5 D, but they do run 1/2-1 sizes big so please keep that in mind. Made in the US with quality leather and amazing craftsmanship. I'm willing to accept reasonable offers so please shoot me a message. 

 

 

Wolverine 1000 Mile Courtland Boot: $200obo

 

These boots are almost brand new. I've only worn them about 5-6 times, and they also have zero issues or defects. Made in the US and in perfect almost brand new condition. Size 7.5 D, but they do run 1/2-1 sizes big so please keep this in mind. The leather has been treated with Venetian shoe cream, and always kept in the box. I purchased these directly from Wolverine, so they are not factory seconds. Please message me with questions. Thanks

 

Wolverine 1000 Mile Rockford Boot: SOLD

 

These boots are almost brand new. I've only worn them about 2-3 times, and they also have zero issues or defects. Made in the US and in perfect almost brand new condition. Size 7.5 D, but they do run 1/2-1 sizes big so please keep this in mind. The leather has not been treated since I've had them, but I've also not worn them very much. Always kept in the box and purchased directly from Wolverine. Not factory seconds. Please message me with any questions or concerns. Thanks

Here's an example, albeit a poor one, of the problem I tried to articulate in my previous post.

Yep my outseams are 'busting' from the hip down to the knee. It's normal, and I was told he used different thread on the bros.

Have you soaked them yet? Did you get a lot of shrink in the top block?

 

I have a pretty heartbreaking history with Roy.

I have RN04 in 33 which after a first wash became too tight in the top block to wear.

and

I have SF01 in 34 which didn't shrink enough and bunch up funny in the waist when I use a belt to bring em in

and

a Small Portland shirt which has all the measurements that work for me in other shirts (pit to pit, etc) but is somehow too small to wear. (Still interested to trade this for a MEDIUM if anyone is keen!)

 

...so I went 33 on the Big Bro based on Kiya saying that they would have less shrink than the heavier denim on the SF01 - but if these things lose more than the quarter-inch in the knee/thigh that SE advertises I am going to be in trouble... and since the tags are still attached and they are unworn (minus about 2 minutes in front of my mirror) it's not too late for me to size up... But I need some feedback on the shrinking from other people before SE sells through the rest of the 34s or I am stuck with em.

 

Mine shrank about 2 inches. It was dramatic, but now they fit almost perfectly.

Hey Kiya, I wear a size 30 Buck Tites, and am looking for a slimmer fit. Should I size down or stay at 30? I'm worried that after the initial soak the 29's might end up super tight.

 

This pic alone sold me. Luckily I'm in Portland so I can put them on first. First thing Saturday morning.

Are we getting details on Roy's next shirt today?

No, he wasn't able to set up his shop for jeans and shirts, so this release will be jeans only. Thats what Kiya told me.

October 19th is the date, this'll be a special thing, cannot say more or else i'll be in prison.  (2)

 

When are you planning on updating your site with pictures?

Kiya- I need to taper my Roy Bucks. Would you be able to recommend someone?

Thinking about having my Bucks tapered.

Recommendations?

The next Roy jean is going to be something very different, we'll have measurements up once we receive them. At that point you can use those measurements to determine your size in relation to the jeans you currently own.

I'm assuming you will stock it at the Portland store once released?

wish i knw what size the model was wearing, measurements look alittle roomie, which is fine, but stuck between small and medium.

he's wearing a medium. Kiya mentioned it in the SE thread.

See you at noon tomorrow in Portland.