atlast&co , butcher products , timeworn clothing

[Alec Leamas]

@Broark 147 or 161 would always be my recommendation they’re the cornerstones of their collection aren’t they!

I could have probably sized up in my 147’s but I’m happy with the fit at W32. 

I’m quite keen on the new 302 cut, which is a more tapered one and apparently is a mix between 162 and 126.

Ive also been keen on the 162, though would most like a pair with the square pockets and exposed rivets, with no cinch. Think there was a lot 150 at some point.

[Alec Leamas]

Also - my side gore boots arrived end of last week. First day of wear today and so far there has been very very little break in discomfort!

They’re also super lightweight compared to what I was expecting which is a surprise!

They're beautiful boots!

[Broark]

Nice boots!

The 161 seem like the most logical choice, although I’m interested in the 302 as well. Feels like I’ve been on a war era details kick lately so the 126 is still enticing.

[Alec Leamas]

Yes I'm also keen on the 126, though I would want some more sizing details on them.

Have you any idea on the rise & thigh widths on them?

When you said they seemed boring I thought you meant you had tried and were bored by them in reality.

[Broark]

2 minutes ago, Alec Leamas said:

Yes I'm also keen on the 126, though I would want some more sizing details on them.

Have you any idea on the rise & thigh widths on them?

When you said they seemed boring I thought you meant you had tried and were bored by them in reality.

Brogue has some measurements on this blog post for the 126.
And yes I did have a pair of 126s in the past, got them second hand off Yahoo and just never really got them into the rotation.
The cut was decent enough (needed a hem) but they just felt kind of boring for whatever reason so I ended up selling them.

[Le Clown Bleu]

any stand outs for fall winter so far?

[Alec Leamas]

49 minutes ago, Le Clown Bleu said:

any stand outs for fall winter so far?

The catalogue isn’t out until 20/09! Sure it will be full of treats though.

I’m personally looking to grab a half zip sweater, a pair of flying b’s and probably some sort of cut of heavyweight twill work pants. And maybe a watch cap / other hat. I’ll try limit it at that. 😬

[Alec Leamas]

3 hours ago, Broark said:

Brogue has some measurements on this blog post for the 126.
And yes I did have a pair of 126s in the past, got them second hand off Yahoo and just never really got them into the rotation.
The cut was decent enough (needed a hem) but they just felt kind of boring for whatever reason so I ended up selling them.

Thanks for that link I hadn’t realised Brogue had shared those! They look a touch slim for me, which seems mad to say.

[ATWM]

3 hours ago, Broark said:

Brogue has some measurements on this blog post for the 126.
And yes I did have a pair of 126s in the past, got them second hand off Yahoo and just never really got them into the rotation.
The cut was decent enough (needed a hem) but they just felt kind of boring for whatever reason so I ended up selling them.

Here’s my hot take - and I’m no expert in At Last - but I don’t think they’d sell all that well or have the desirability without the sort of clandestine pricing / ordering model. If you could just order them from Bears I don’t think they’d seem all that interesting. 
When it comes to the goods themselves I’ve been intrigued but then ultimately never too interested once scrutinized. They seem plenty nice, no disputing that - and they do have their own unique twist, but for me not much stands out in a way that is desirable or separates them. 

[Le Clown Bleu]

23 minutes ago, Alec Leamas said:

The catalogue isn’t out until 20/09! Sure it will be full of treats though.

I’m personally looking to grab a half zip sweater, a pair of flying b’s and probably some sort of cut of heavyweight twill work pants. And maybe a watch cap / other hat. I’ll try limit it at that. 😬

i see im quite limited in terms of what i can get when it comes to Japanese shirts/knits/outwear  with few exceptions due to how narrow the shoulders and sleeve length is usually far to short for me

hopefully there's something outside of trousers that will fit me

Edited 3 hours ago by Le Clown Bleu

[Alec Leamas]

12 minutes ago, ATWM said:

Here’s my hot take - and I’m no expert in At Last - but I don’t think they’d sell all that well or have the desirability without the sort of clandestine pricing / ordering model. If you could just order them from Bears I don’t think they’d seem all that interesting. 
When it comes to the goods themselves I’ve been intrigued but then ultimately never too interested once scrutinized. They seem plenty nice, no disputing that - and they do have their own unique twist, but for me not much stands out in a way that is desirable or separates them. 

Although I do love the brand, I actually agree with this and I don’t think it’s a hot take.

I haven’t found anywhere else quite like it in terms of the shirting and that unique twist you describe, but again, there’s probably an element of the “mystery” making me feel that. Although, I will say I’ve quite enjoyed the experience of speaking with someone over email about specifics of an item and buying it that way rather than browsing amongst hundreds of items online (though I do also do that on FromJapan, and then it doesn’t feel as special when ordering there)

[Broark]

@ATWM I agree with you too. Honestly I think my interest in it is seeing a lot of the guys fully decked out in the stuff, it’s a very unique look and there’s a lot of smartly dressed guys wearing their stuff even if is a bit costumey.
I think if I lived in Japan and I could go try their stuff on and see it in person it would be easier too.
However I will say their sneakers are my favorite of any Japanese brand that I’ve tried.
With the tariff stuff going on and the suspension of EMS I’m probably not making many purchases anytime soon, just been into the look lately.

[SLAYER]

15 minutes ago, Alec Leamas said:

rather than browsing amongst hundreds of items online

That's kinda the whole point of their sales ethos, rejection of modern mass-marketing and online retail trends, which creates a niche following of dedicated enthusiasts who seek out their pieces, nobody ends up with their stuff just because they found it in a blackfriday sale.

You only wear their gear because you actively choose to engage with the brand, it feels like joining an exclusive club, that sense of camaraderie is what keeps me interested over other brands.

[ATWM]

5 minutes ago, SLAYER said:

That's kinda the whole point of their sales ethos, rejection of modern mass-marketing and online retail trends, which creates a niche following of dedicated enthusiasts who seek out their pieces, nobody ends up with their stuff just because they found it in a blackfriday sale.

You only wear their gear because you actively choose to engage with the brand, it feels like joining an exclusive club, that sense of camaraderie is what keeps me interested over other brands.

Yea, I understand this. Undoubtedly it is translatable to value in some way. When I got the paper catalog some time ago that was a bit of a treat in and of itself, even though I never ordered anything. It's sort of in how I enjoy Freewheelers in buying from Hoosier, as opposed to anywhere else - even though that's possible to do. I think I would probably favor the brand for myself with a few design tweaks, but that's a subjective thing. One of those I think I love to see it on others more than I can imagine myself in it sort of things. 

[SLAYER]

8 minutes ago, ATWM said:

paper catalog

I enjoy the process it takes to research and try to gather information, rather than having everything handed to you on a silver platter, it can be annoying tho, sometimes it would be easier to just have the size chart with 2 clicks we can all agree on that.

Most of their stuff I also wouldn't wear because it looks too much like a costume and I'm not that old, even tho the Japanese youngsters pull it off effortlessly.

That said, I love all of their pieces I have and enjoy them more than any other heritage brand.

Edited 2 hours ago by SLAYER

[smoothsailor]

Had a pair of 126, found them to be boring to.

just a straithish pair of jeans. Sold them off.

i used to be intrigued by the brand. It wore off.

do like their gear though. 

[MJF9]

On 6/28/2025 at 10:09 AM, MJF9 said:

@chicote both the 147 and the 162 jeans below are w34, both washed at 30C, line dry only.  The 162 have seen more action and are softer due to that but would be anyway as the denim is stretchier.  The 147 is nipped more at the waist (not sure the pics show it up, but a few others above and previously have said the same, and @smoothsailor's pics above give a hint at this), plus the denim on the 147 waistband is double thickness and is also a consideration. Fine margins, I know, but worth noting. Timeworn direct are helpful for sure as Alec says, but I think other members have reported they have got it slightly wrong on length and shrinkage, so worth erring on the side of caution imo...

147

162

@Broark I like both the 147 and 162... I have both in w34 and like them both... the 162 is more spacious at the same waist size in the top block.  That might work well for you.  162 are great jeans.

[southofnonorth]

1 hour ago, ATWM said:

Here’s my hot take - and I’m no expert in At Last - but I don’t think they’d sell all that well or have the desirability without the sort of clandestine pricing / ordering model. If you could just order them from Bears I don’t think they’d seem all that interesting. 
When it comes to the goods themselves I’ve been intrigued but then ultimately never too interested once scrutinized. They seem plenty nice, no disputing that - and they do have their own unique twist, but for me not much stands out in a way that is desirable or separates them. 

Interesting, I'm not a 'fan' of At Last & Co but their pattern making/cuts and fabrication are a huge standout to me (compared to most of the brands discussed/admired on this forum). Most of the time, I really appreciate the slightly tweaked fit of their vintage style garments

[southofnonorth]

7 minutes ago, MJF9 said:

@Broark I like both the 147 and 162... I have both in w34 and like them both... the 162 is more spacious at the same waist size in the top block.  That might work well for you.  162 are great jeans.

I've got the 147, 161, and 162. The 147 are my favourite (I'm currently trying to sell my 162 on this forum). I like the 161 fit. They are slightly wider in the hip and seemingly narrower in the leg, but I don't like the contrast between the orange thread and the indigo.

[MJF9]

Adding... The patterns are much more differentiated compared to Freewheelers, SC etc all of which I have plenty of and like a lot.  The cuts are different and they have their own unique twist on both jeans and the jackets such as the Leepro 147J or the 677J for instance. 

It's much easier to get hold of their stuff since Covid as they'll sell direct now and do so through emails, which is a good thing in that it keeps the brand going and extends the reach.  I remember hankering after the stuff and persuading a mate to do a trip to the Tokyo shop for me when he was at the Rugby World Cup.  He called me from the store but they refused to let him do a video call or take pictures inside.  Anyhow, he brought me back a few nice items so I was happy.     

[Alec Leamas]

It’s funny actually, before I was a member on here and just starting out in the denim collecting and fanboying game one of the few resources I could find was this thread on here, and your posts @MJF9 were key in that, I remember living vicariously through those posts and thinking ahhh man it would be so cool to have a mate pick some stuff up for me! Haha. And also seeing @smoothsailor’s battered up 147s and thinking surely not, they don’t end up like that do they?! 

Good old times, more innocent times maybe.

[MJF9]

hahaha that made me laugh @Alec Leamas... funny how the circle goes... I remember seeing @smoothsailor in a war Leepro jacket over on Denimbro (where I wasn't a member), folded up on the back of his bike in a field and thought I gotta get one of them... what a fruitless hunt that was... until the 147J fitted the bill albeit with At Last twist... my first was a snug size 44 bought third hand from a bloke on Denimbro (I thought I'd won a ticket to Wonkers factory)... sold that a few years later when it was just too small to wear easily and then for a 46 when it was relatively easy to buy direct.

It'll always be a shame that the Vintage Showroom in London closed down as they used to stock a few pieces, albeit at London rates... but it was still worth the visits.