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@atwm, thanks! Glad your family member is doing fine. Yes, the initial recovery sucks, mainly due to the catheter. If you've never had one, count yourself lucky. I also had a hernia that was fixed (got a buy one get one free), so my recovery is a little more painful and restrictions are longer. @MJF9, yep the dreaded rubber glove test. Which has been skipped at some of my annual physicals. My advice don't skip it! Ask for it if they aren't going to do it. They did detect a "nodule" during mine which was a cancerous tumor (found by followup MRIs). My doctor recommended the PSA check starting at age 55 or so for me. I had just switched to him. It increased each year (big warning sign). I think everyone should include it in their bloodwork, along with other things that can be tested (google all of the blood tests that can be done). Typically, at least in my area, that annual physical covers a "general" battery of tests on your blood. Including your PSA and testosterone level should be added at the least. If you baseline those now and test each year, it can help as an indicator of health changes. @Maynard Friedman thanks! Because my cancer didn't spread beyond the tumor, I have a great chance of being cancer free going forward. I'll have to order up some Studio D's from PSA for a WAYWT,

Thanks @MJF9! Hope to be added to the list of cancer survivors. I guess I'll make this a PSA (public service announcement) on the PSA (prostrate specific antigen). All men should know (eventually) about their PSA level. It is a possible indicator of prostate cancer. If your general physician doesn't do an annual test for this in your blood labs, have them add it. While it's not a 100% fool proof test, if it is rising (hence the annual check to keep tabs) and you also have other symptoms (which can be very vague) then an MRI may be warranted. My story is no drug use, no smoking, low alcohol use and only one person with cancer in my family background. But the symptoms can be very little things that add up over time and you may pass them off as "I'm getting older". Pay attention to your urinary function and your sexual function and give all details (even minor) to your doctor. It can add up to an aggressive tumor in your prostrate, which can also spread cancer to other regions (luckily, mine did not). I'm just putting this out there because it may help even one of you catch things early!! Stay healthy and listen to your body. Cheers

File this under reflections. Home recovering from surgery and I realize how often we take for granted how nice it is to just be "normal". I would love to be able to just normally go to the bathroom, shower, or put on a pair of jeans right now. I will try to remember this when I return to normal.

Drying... New UES 400WW on the left. My new favorites!

@JDelage thanks. Unfortunately, my daughter wants a jacket that I can't find in her size on any other site.

Anyone in the US order directly from the SDA Japan website? If so, what are the shipping/tax/tariff details? Their site explanations aren't so helpful.

I have the same Bronson shirt. Quite like it. I do like a heavyweight shirt and this one qualifies. I agree it's too thick to use as an undershirt.

1995 Gibson Custom Shop Classic

Congratulations, Austin! Good to hear that all went well. Enjoy every minute with her. They grow up really fast.

Happy Holidays and safe travels!!

Lee Storm Rider 101 LJ jacket original from 60s/70s. Dating these jackets seems to be a bit up in the air. This jacket does have the M.R. (Marca Registrada) on the inside label and the black pocket flap tag. The inside label is an embroidered version. There are two holes in the forearm area of the left arm. One button is missing from the left adjustment strap on the back. Wonderful condition. Just worn in the right amount. Size 44 regular. I'm a 44 in a suit jacket. The Storm Rider cut is slim. I can wear a lightweight long sleeve shirt underneath, but it's most comfortable with a t-shirt. If you are a 42 or smaller, you could layer depending on your build. Listing here for a couple of days before I put it on ebay. Asking $300.00. Plus shipping. Price will go up on ebay. Forgot measurements: Pit to pit: 24 1/2" (remember jacket is lined, don't want this to be deceiving) Shoulders: 22" Sleeve from seam: 24" Waist: 21"

@CSLMore hat details! Please

I was thinking that a thread dedicated to measurements of make/models would be helpful. I know a lot of stockists have varying size charts. I'm thinking of a thread where you list the make/model/tagged size and measurements. Before and after soak/wash if possible. We could list more than just the normal waist/front rise/thigh/knee/hem. I'd love to see back rise and hip. The year of production may also be helpful if companies change the cut over time. I've not actually looked for a search within thread function here. But if that function exists, it would make that thread pretty useful. At least to me. I also realize that this is posted in many of the brand specific threads.

My Iron Hearts and I went to the apple orchard/pumpkin farm with my grandsons. Had a great day. At the end of the day number 1 was a bit worn out and number 2 was still ready to go.

Which is why I think we need a "standard" hip measurement along with front rise and back rise to understand top block fit better. Measurement #3 on the chart. Of course, there is the question of how far down from waist to take the measurement...

I love my American Giant zip classic. Definitely longer. Men's Hoodies & Sweatshirts | American Giant (american-giant.com)

Still loving my Midnight 16 oz ranch blouse. The perfect denim jacket for me.

I am out of words Duke. You win. What amazes me is how unique all of your belts are. How you come up with so many fresh designs is astounding.

@Dr_Heech yes, I probably posted most or all of those on denimbro. I didn't save all of those. Should have.

@shredwin_206 I'll try to dig up some of my photos. I've seen quite a few with bottom not buttoned. And usually they have the very top buttoned. Just the opposite of what I find comfortable. So, I've dug thru a ton of my saved photos. It seems the unbuttoning of the bottom or just buttoning the top was mainly (not always) a early thing. Mostly seen in late 1800s/early 1900s mining and workers photos. This is just my observation. And the majority of the photos it is being done with the gingham "blouse", more so, than the duck and denim jackets. Again, this is just what I'm seeing. I'm curious as to why one would do this. Especially the buttoning of just the top button. I'm guessing on the gingham blouses/jackets, you would unbutton to alleviate the chance of popping the stitches and losing the button(s). The gingham being a lighter duty fabric than duck/denim. For any of the fabrics, my guess on unbuttoning the bottom is for comfort while sitting on a horse or in a buggy. Just my thoughts.

Same, "S" hooks. These are 3D-printed. My OCD wants to color code them somehow. So far, my laziness has won out.

From "rough day on the range" to "rough day in the tub".

Janesville Clothing fireman's jacket. Great heavy canvas (probably waxed) with heavy lining. Corduroy collar and toggle clasps. Also came with a bonus mouse nest in the left sleeve.

Havasupai men in shelter. Looks like someone is making new shoes... (1919 Glass negative from Frederick Webb Hodge)