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[Broark]

The fabric feels almost like Bedford cord.
Here are some crappy fit pics, gave them a wash and a spin through they dryer.
Would look much cleaner with a hem.

[wmb]

@Broarkdid they shrink much?

[Broark]

8 hours ago, wmb said:

@Broarkdid they shrink much?

No not really, didn't take pre-wash measurements but they feel mostly the same.
Maybe some slight shrink through the leg, and the waist stretched back out in one day.

[JDelage]

That double indigo ranch blouse is mighty fine...

[CSL]

I'm just mad about the new MF Raiders pants!

[persco_]

9 minutes ago, CSL said:

I'm just mad about the new MF Raiders pants!

They look great on you. On Christophe... not so much. I love the fabric and colour on these.

[CSL]

Thanks! Maybe the fit is suited to a taller frame.

Edited April 17, 2021 by CSL

[CSL]

Washed the Raiders. Happy with the fit

Also found an appropriate belt hiding at the back of a drawer.

 

[MJF9]

Ranch Blouse

Took some new pre-wash pics (in lots of light making it look bluer)

Had this about 3.5 years from new... it was my main jacket for 1 year then it took a backseat to my CSF... been wearing more in last 6 months

Original shots and now...

Reminds me these things are made to last

[shredwin_206]

The ranch blouse is one of the best modern denim jackets. 
perfect combo of vintage and new details. I love mine but it’s so paper thin in spots I may need to retire soon. Haha 

[MJF9]

Agree... modern classic

Repair don’t retire though Shred - they look great really really worn in

[shredwin_206]

here is mine again. Can’t remember which version this is. Pink line selvedge. So don’t know how many years. But lots of wear and a couple wash 

[MJF9]

Looks great 

[diggers]

[shredwin_206]

organic cone denim 

[MJF9]

@shredwin_206 looking good... bet they'll wash up very nicely

[JDelage]

FYI - 20% memorial sale is on...

[shredwin_206]

these have reached the perfect level of fading for me personally. 
they’re now out of regular rotation and will be worn sparingly so I don’t just turn them into shreds. Ha

[shredwin_206]

On 9/16/2020 at 2:56 PM, MileHighEvertonian said:

Lot 64 LHT Cone...very slow & subtle fades, but such a cool fabric.

 

Meanwhile, is the new Snipes chambray made with the same Buzz fabric as BR's own USN chambray? Nice details, but quite the premium price if it is the same fabric.

Got any fade update on these? Still annoyed I never grabbed a pair 

[Toegun]

Park life, once TCB WW2 comp done, I hope to put some more mileage into these Vaquero jeans. 

Fabric shot:

Edited June 1, 2021 by Toegun

[MileHighEvertonian]

On 5/31/2021 at 3:58 PM, shredwin_206 said:

Got any fade update on these? Still annoyed I never grabbed a pair 

No fades I'm afraid, @shredwin_206. I set them aside last fall once WFH became an extended reality (SC 47s and Momo 0901s proved more comfy in front of the home computer every day). I'll pull them back out in a few months, get them hemmed, and wear as "nice jeans" for the time being. I'm pretty sure they're still in stock, for what it's worth.

 

  

[discwork]

Got my Lot D Appaloosa in the mail and had some fun with my camera and extension tube  The fabric is quite smooth, with some irregularities here and there. I particularly like the purplish shade of the denim and the painted snaps. Thank you, @JDelage, for suggesting the shirt.

Going to give it a soak and spin dry, as per MF's suggestion.

[discwork]

I finally got around to giving the Appaloosa a cold wash and took some measurements before and after. Just some slight shrinkage in the shoulder and chest, which is consistent with MF's size chart in other lots and sizes.

Lot D - Large
Before wash:
Shoulder: 44.2cm || 17.4”
Chest: 55cm || 21.65”
Length (from shoulder): 71.1cm || 27.99”
Sleeve: 62cm || 24.41”
After wash:
Shoulder: 43.5cm || 17.13”
Chest: 53cm || 20.87”
Length (from shoulder): 71.1cm || 27.99”
Sleeve: 62.3cm || 24.53”

Edited June 13, 2021 by discwork
Formatting fix

[Smallrod]

Nice looking shirt.  Can we get some post wash pics?  
 

Does the fabric feel light?

[discwork]

51 minutes ago, Smallrod said:

Nice looking shirt.  Can we get some post wash pics?  
 

Does the fabric feel light?

Sure. I'll put some up in the next couple days.

I was pleasantly surprised by how light the fabric is. Definitely crisp and sturdy, but not so heavy as to feel like a jacket. It feels somewhere in between a very crisp chambray and a canvas fabric. MF has it clocking in around 8oz in their specs.

Edited June 13, 2021 by discwork
Added some detail

[discwork]

@Smallrod, here are a couple of post-wash pics. The fabric lost some of its sheen and looks a bit more blue to the eye. Looking forward to seeing how it ages.

[MJF9]

Close up

[Bobbo]

^ Juicy!

[scooby]

Lot 64 midnight

Pre soak fit

Post soak fit…. like a glove

[scooby]

Just a fit update to show how nicely they’ve stretched in 2 weeks. Great fitting jeans. The midnight denim is a nice addition to my wardrobe