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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, 

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"

On 11/12/2024 at 9:18 PM, CSL said:

 Vintage hat also recently acquired.

@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)

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.

45 minutes ago, Dr_Heech said:

There's some corkers in there @buler - especially love that second photo down, l've seen it before but that looks so much like a Late XX/early 506XX - and the guy wearing the shield shirt next to him.  Awesome image.

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

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.

The pocket bags are my only complaint with the 2 pair of Full Counts (1101xx and 1108xx) I've bought. I like my Edwins better because the cut and denim are very similar, and the pockets are deeper/useable.