Conners Sewing Factory

[dudewuttheheck]

2 hours ago, edmond said:

Whats the loosest fit if them all? 

 

Ww2

1946 first

1946 2nd

1947?

It depends on which WWII, I read that San Jose is a little slimmer than San Francisco... I know that at least one of the WWII is slimmer than the others.

I just ordered the 37's and Konaka-San says that those are definitely looser than the WWII if you want to look at those.

Edited September 30, 2017 by dudewuttheheck

[beautiful_FrEaK]

I already told you @Flash but I'll say it again: those look great!

[Flash]

And some post wash pics 

And to show the herringbone fabric after a wash 

[Maynard Friedman]

They look great Ryan, do you have pre- and post-wash measurements as guidelines for others?

[Flash]

Thanks mate , unfortunately i dont ... always forget to take measurements 

[Broark]

Those pocket bags are really great!

[Flash]

Please delete 

Edited October 5, 2017 by Flash

[Flash]

Thought this pic showed the difference between the ww2 and 47 denims 

 

( 47 on the jacket , ww2 on the jeans )

[Broark]

Nice to see the denims side by side Flash, I'm working on trying to sell some stuff so I can get a CSF tux soon enough. 

[Flash]

Took a few comparison pics of the M-46 first and second half 

( first half is the faded pair ) 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Like i said in a previous post , the second half has a much more tidy finish and look pretty close to the M-47 with the exception of the few war time details that remain . I must say that i prefer the first half because of the rougher sewing work , it gives them a real no nonsence workwear feel 

[Broark]

Both pairs look great Flash, I'm planning on getting the 1946 1st half pretty soon.
It would be cool if I could get the green herringbone pocket bags too, as I've always loved that detail.
Not sure he will do it for me though!

[dudewuttheheck]

I received my CSF 37's in time for my birthday this year. Konaka-San was able to get them done a couple of weeks earlier than he said he would, which is great.

Like my WWII San Francisco jeans, they are size 36. He said that they would fit larger than the WWII's, but I haven't noticed that. They are slightly less tapered, but the rise is lower and they don't seem to be all that much looser. The waist measurement is pretty much the same.

A big plus is that they are more  comfortable. Something about the rise on the WWII's makes them uncomfortable at times, but these are perfect right from the first soak.

Of course, the denim and details are different as well. This denim is lighter in weight, but appears to be darker in color. It is also less hairy and a little more even as well. There is a crotch rivet, pocket rivets, and plain, flat hidden rivets on these as well as a cinch back. In addition, the stitching is much cleaner overall, though the jeans still have that incredible handmade Conner's feel that I adore. Comparing the differences between these is a lot of fun and it makes me want to own a 46 second half or a 47 in order compare further differences in denim and other details.

For now, however. These are my jeans for the DWC. I could not be happier with these. 

First pics are of the jeans unwashed and brand new.

Post-soak pics: These are not as good as the pre-soak pics due to a massive fire nearby.

Some comparison shots with WWII on the left and 37 on the right

 

[dudewuttheheck]

And this is why the second day pictures are so much worse...

Welcome to sunny Socal!!!

[beautiful_FrEaK]

Great comparison pics! And hopefully the fire isn't too bad!

[dudewuttheheck]

2 hours ago, beautiful_FrEaK said:

Great comparison pics! And hopefully the fire isn't too bad!

Thanks! I'll hopefully be able to do more. I'll at least do a fit pic comparison of some kind.

Over 1,000 homes were evacuated. I'm not all the close to the actual fire, but it is much worse than first thought.

Edited October 10, 2017 by dudewuttheheck

[dudewuttheheck]

Sorry for the double post, but I wanted to post some fit pics of the new 37s.

I know that the cuffs are absolutely awful. I fixed them after the pics were taken

Measurement comparisons: Both are size 36 and both have been hemmed by Konaka-San himself (this is something I am very adamant about for these jeans only) However, the WWII were pre-washed by him and the 37's were hot soaked by me for an hour. That could certainly mess with the measurements.

WWII San Francisco

Waist:17.5"

Front Rise: 13.75"

Rear Rise: 16.5"

Thigh: 13"

Knee: 10.5"

Hem (right above the cuff): 8.8" 

1937:

Waist: 17.5"

Front Rise: 12.75"

Rear Rise: 16"

Thigh: 12.75"

Knee: 10.25"

Hem (right above the cuff): 9"

The differences are rather minor in terms of fit. The 37, at least in my experience, is lower-rise, slimmer, yet has less taper. As of right now, I prefer the 37 simply because it is more comfortable for me to wear as of right now. I'll be able to draw more of a conclusion after I wear both of them more. I hope this helps!

[alvin_cheong]

nice...I didn't know konoka will pre-wash the denim. I though most of his denims are of non wash status.

[Niro]

Fit looks good!

[bartlebyyphonics]

noice jeans sir

liking the texture of pre-wash pix

top bizz

[dudewuttheheck]

13 hours ago, alvin_cheong said:

nice...I didn't know konoka will pre-wash the denim. I though most of his denims are of non wash status.

He has it at his store. It was very convenient for me because I was able to try on and really make sure that both the jeans and jacket fit in person first. I actually sized up on both as a result so I'm VERY happy about that.

@bartlebyyphonics @Niro thanks guys! I appreciate it

[edmond]

fit looks tight on the waist?  can i get an after soak measurement bro?

[Jeff_ffej]

May I know the reason why the red-tab is sew at awkward position (higher or lower than usually) in some models? thanks a lot

[Flash]

All Yoshiaki's jeans are based on a vintage pair , if you look at vintage examples you will see red tabs sewn all over the place 

[Broark]

Alright guys, I think I'm finally ready to pull the trigger on the 46 1st half.
Going to go with a W38, pretty confident they should fit nicely.
Is sending a direct message via Instagram still the best way to get my pair ordered?
Also is it possible to get my pair shorter so I can have an original hem done by Konaka-san?
I might ask if it is possible to get the green herringbone pocket bags on my pair as well.
Excited to get the ball rolling. 

[Flash]

Yes mate , Ig is the bast place to contact him and just give the raw measurement of the inseam you want when you place the order 

[alvin_cheong]

@Broark  the measurements they given you need to give at least2cm difference. My San Jose non wash waist 35 they given 87.5cm measurement but actual fact when I measured is 86cm.

[Broark]

Does the general 2/2.5 in. inseam shrinkage apply to the WWII denim?
Sorry for the boring questions, just want to make sure I've got my ducks in a row before I send the message.

[beautiful_FrEaK]

Yeah, I think that’s around what I got. Maybe you can ask him for your desired final length after wash? Just like Hajime from TCB is offering it?

Oh and by the way, he seems to have a lot more flannel options now. Also worth a look

[Broark]

Thanks b_f, I figure I might have them hemmed to 34 hoping for 32 post wash.
I've seen the recent flannel pocket bag options, pretty nice colors. Something about the olive really does it for me though.
Maybe if I get another pair down the road I'll get them with flannel pockets. 
In other news the new type II looks fantastic, once I get the jeans ordered I might get the jacket to go along.
Hell, I might just order both at the same time...

 

[Niro]

flannel pockets is where it's at!