Flat Head SE05BSP - Worth Repairing?

[franklyfresh]

Found this pair while packing for a move. I used to really enjoy rocking these but had to retire them due to blowouts. Not sure if the damage is too extensive... I've never had repairs done on denim before so any input is greatly appreciated. Would be dope if I could wear em again.

 

The Flat Head SE05BSP

-18 months

-1 hot soak

-1 chlorine soak (pushed into pool)

-0 washes

 

 

Crotch - three blowouts

 

 

Hem/Leg Opening - multiple holes and heavy fraying at the cuff fold

 

 

Back - stitching above both back pockets, leather tag, and belt loop undone

 

 

Those are all the significant areas of damage. What do you guys think, could the damage be repaired? And if so, where could I send these for work to be done? I moved out of LA and don't have any local joints to hit up.

Edited August 14, 2016 by franklyfresh

[1fookntitefd]

Yes

[franklyfresh]

Yes

Is this typical damage that any tailor would be able to handle? Any recommendations on who could do the repairs? I would most likely have to ship them out. I also fly into LA pretty often so that might work as well.

[tigerstrom]

I would send them to Indigo proof

[franklyfresh]

I would send them to Indigo proof

Oh sweet! Thanks man, this is perfect for what I need. Have you had them do work for you before? Any comparison between Indigo Proof and sending to Self Edge? 

[tigerstrom]

They are one of the best in the business. If you look at the last page in the Studio d'artisan thread you can see some recent work.

[itsbenhere]

Self Edge doesn't accept mail-ins, so you can't send them. You can drop them at SELA though and they will do a fine job... imo though, indigoproof is the safer bet. The work I had done was just perfect, and you can see countless examples of impeccable work.

 

I think those will run you at least $80 at Indigo Proof, and at Self Edge more like $50. If you want the absolute best work done or can't make it to SELA, go to Indigo Proof. Whatever you do, don't go to a standard tailor! They will not do justice to those jeans.

 

Also, this shouldn't be it's own thread.

[emgee420]

Whatever you do, don't go to a standard tailor! They will not do justice to those jeans.

words of wisdom

[franklyfresh]

Self Edge doesn't accept mail-ins, so you can't send them. You can drop them at SELA though and they will do a fine job... imo though, indigoproof is the safer bet. The work I had done was just perfect, and you can see countless examples of impeccable work.

 

I think those will run you at least $80 at Indigo Proof, and at Self Edge more like $50. If you want the absolute best work done or can't make it to SELA, go to Indigo Proof. Whatever you do, don't go to a standard tailor! They will not do justice to those jeans.

 

Also, this shouldn't be it's own thread.

I've been out of the denim game for years. Self Edge used to allow mail-ins but I guess their growth since then has made them too busy. I'll go with Indigo Proof and stay away from a tailor. Thanks for your input, really appreciate it.

 

Yeah this was a lot more straightforward than I had anticipated. Definitely doesn't need it's own thread . My qs have been answered as well so mods can lock this up. Thanks for everyone's help!!

 

Here are a few shitty pics of the flat heads:

Edited August 15, 2016 by franklyfresh