SUPERDENIM SMALL QUESTIONS THREAD (Use instead of making new threads)

[mlwdp]

It usually takes 1-2 days for me. If you ordered during the holidays until the 3rd, they'll be backed up.

Edited January 7, 2016 by mlwdp

[MileHighEvertonian]

Anybody out there able to comment on the relative quality of the Made in USA PF Flyers as compared to the cheap ones? I've got a pair of the cheap Center-Hi that looks good, but hasn't held up well at all. The outside is fine, but the insole/footbed wore out and practically disintegrated under my heels in just a few months. Thanks.

[Maynard Friedman]

^ Happened on mine too, I just replaced the insole with an old one from some New balance running shoes, but if the rubber in the footbed continues to disintegrate at the rate it has, they may become completely useless.

[setterman]

No issue with my center hi or ramblers, but had to return the hughes I bought back in September.  About three and a half months of wear, and the sole split across the ball of the foot (discovered when my feet got soaked walking on wet pavement) and holes wore through the sole at the heel.  Not impressed.    

[chicote]

General question: What are your preferred methods for stretching the waist of a pair of jeans? I passed a couple of my old jeans off to some friends—one left-hand-twill (SDA 001), one right (Tender), both unsanforized, both great-fitting, except in the waist. I recommended they soak the waistband and wear them for a bit while damp.. one friend (with the LHT) said that they didn't give much after about an hour of doing so. Any other suggestions?

[Max Power]

That should be the best method, though I don't find my Jeans to stretch super fast. i think it takes a few days of activities, sitting, Walking, cycling etc to get the full stretch.

[Iron Horse]

Burgers, fries, and pizza usually do the trick.

[Cold Summer]

I've got two pairs of PF Flyers Center Hi and they're great... hope they don't develop any of the issues you guys experienced.

[Geeman]

No problems with mine, I have a pair of normal sandlot and 2 archive pairs

[MileHighEvertonian]

I'm going to follow Maynard's lead, grab a new insole (Dr. Scholl's or something else simple and cheap) and see how things fare.  

[borlack]

I just scooped up 2 pairs of vintage WW2 Deadstock cinch back selvedge denim jeans. I'm hoping to find info about these... Does anyone know anything about them?

 

The jeans are stamped 40 & 41 waist size but they measure out to about 38 and 36ish. Both have the same NAVAL stamp inside but different 3 digit numbers. Both have "WOODS" stamped on them. The selvedge is only visible on the inner back pockets and on the cinch. The denim is beautiful! Deep dark indigo color and a wonderful unworn vintage denim smell.  The belt loops are HUGE and the waist band is very large. There are also no rivets on either pair. The only metal is the cinch.

 

I'm in Canada so I'm wondering if these are possibly Canadian Naval Jeans? Or Maybe US Naval Jeans? British Maybe? 

 

I snapped a few quick pics but will post more if requested.

 

Any information would be greatly appreciated!

 

 

Link to Images-

http://imgur.com/a/15YPz

[Geeman]

Anyone have suggestions for a 3/4 sleeve baseball tshirt like this? 

IH don't have one that fits me, looking black and white and red and white, preferably no logos

[Iron Horse]

Anvil has decent ones for cheap (on the thin side). 

[Bobbo]

Indigofera makes some nice ones every now and then. 

[jo3 b]

Does anyone know if there is a Japanese maker who makes something along the lines of:

 

 

I'm only referring to this color scheme, not the holes or distressing. basically I want the jean however it started out. Ideally with a historical fit, button fly, higher rise, selvedge.

 

I own a pair of 501's exactly how I want these, however due to age they're beginning to tear and I'm not super into things falling apart on me. 

 

While on the subject, I'd love to know if there is a thread regarding jeans like this, with more info on their initial state, etc.

 

Thank you in advance

Edited January 23, 2016 by jo3 b

[Geeman]

Any of you guys can give advice on / have knowledge of watches? Considering getting into watches starting with a SKX007J?

[Sugar Mountain]

There are a couple of guys on here with knowledge but if you want to dive deep, there are several WIS forums out there where there is a wealth of information. Try us!

[Geeman]

Cheers

Joined a couple of watch forums last night just waiting for replies

[givemefive]

Cheers

Joined a couple of watch forums last night just waiting for replies

 

skip entry level

 

get an Oris http://www.ebay.com/itm/ORIS-7653-Aquis-Diver-Date-Black-Dial-43mm-Automatic-Watch-Heavy-All-Stainless-/391351901137

[mlwdp]

Has Whitesville ever made varsity jacket sizes bigger than 40 or at least XL? Can't find any sizes bigger than the traditional 38 or 40 online.

Edit: answered my own question as Whitesvilles does occasionally make XL size jackets but limited in style.

Edited February 2, 2016 by mlwdp

[Cold Summer]

Hey guys, I'm interested in getting a nice watch, but I know nothing about quality watches or where to learn about them. I'm not going for something extraordinarily expensive, I'd say around $500 (new or used) would be my budget. 

[clt3]

What kind of watch are you looking for? Something a bit more formal or rugged?

[Cold Summer]

Something on the classier side, but not too fancy. The whole gold Rolex thing is way too "fiftysomething balding hedge fund manager with beer belly" for me.

[clt3]

Maybe you could look into vintage Omegas on ebay. I think you could find a decent one over there for around that price range. Hodinkee has also written guides on buying vintage watches which you could check out.

[Geeman]

Omega is a good suggestion but there are plenty of options. Oris and tudor are also worth a look. Just copped a seiko skx007j (made in japan) as a rugged watch. Seiko do some really nice watches in that price range.

Have a look on watchfinder for options in your price range if you want Vintage or second hand.

[Iron Horse]

Does anyone know if there is a Japanese maker who makes something along the lines of:

 

 

I'm only referring to this color scheme, not the holes or distressing. basically I want the jean however it started out. Ideally with a historical fit, button fly, higher rise, selvedge.

 

I own a pair of 501's exactly how I want these, however due to age they're beginning to tear and I'm not super into things falling apart on me. 

 

While on the subject, I'd love to know if there is a thread regarding jeans like this, with more info on their initial state, etc.

 

Thank you in advance

 

Try Kapital:

 

http://www.kapital.jp/e-store/detail.php?id=NKSSLP17_2&key=4169&category=33

[Sugar Mountain]

Or if he wants a pair of jeans similar to classic Levi's (''historical fit, button fly, higher rise, selvedge''), Warehouse 1000/1001 would be a good option. That would be how the above jean started out.

[Maynard Friedman]

You could try a time machine. Just set the destination to the "arse end of the 1980s". Alternatively ask any 14-yr old girl in London, as they all seem to be wearing these too.

[Iron Horse]

Mom jeans are definitely a thing with the hipsters here. Anybody who's sitting on a pile of acid-wash Jordache and Z. Cavariccis could stand to make a fortune.

[Cold Summer]

...

 

Those are Mom Jeans.