Ooe-Yofukuten & Co.

[Broark]

Sorry you’re right, got my wires crossed!

[shredwin_206]

@Broark dang dude. That jacket plus the two Roy jeans. You’re on a denim shopping spree. Haha 

[srudy]

Got mine! This one fits a size smaller than the ecru. I’m loving it, but can’t wear it right now because it’s too hot in Oakland. 

[Dan_F]

^
Congrats! I was too slow to cop one. 
It has been unusually warm here in Oakland for most of 2020.

[Broark]

Will get some more photos later (not really happy with the ones taken today).
Really nice chore coat, does feel slightly more snug than both the ecru and twisted denim variants that I have, but I think some of that comes down to the stiffness.
The denim does feel heavier compared to those other fabrics. I desperately wish it wasn't 100 degrees out. 

[Broark]

Alright here's some photos, and some comparisons with my other two versions. Lighting is still a little off, but oh well.
The Cone version is the heaviest, second heaviest being the ecru and the lightest weight is the twisted weft.
Fits are similar, the Cone version feeling a little tighter right now since the denim is still pretty rigid.
I think the Cone version will yield some nice fades, the twisted weft denim is super lightweight by comparison.










Twisted weft on the left, Cone on the right.



The main difference between the older model (twisted weft) and the two newer models is the hardware, and the different color stitching down the middle back seam (white on the left, gold on the right). The newer hardware feels nicer and the main buttons have the train embossed on them, the older main buttons just say "union made".

[aho]

^That is soooo good...Nice little rotation you've created there as well!

[Broark]

Thanks @aho, the chore coat is really versatile for Texas falls. Easy to layer underneath, or throw on over a tee if it's not too cool out.
Gave my cinch back 01's a wash and dry before setting them aside for a bit to focus on the TCB contest.

[Broark]

And a couple of fit pics of the new Cone chore coat, really happy with the fit.

[Tiro]

On 8/5/2020 at 4:00 PM, owlofminerva said:

Saddle Pants.  I was alternating these with a pair of Stevenson Carmels (I'll post pics of those shortly) for about a year.  So accounting for the (very) occasional no-jeans days, I would say 5 months of effective wear.  I wash a bit less frequently than Broark and others on this thread (I think they've had maybe 3-4 washes altogether?), so these are a bit more contrasty than other OAs.  Love these pants.  Stitching in the crotch/butt is starting to rip, so I'll need to get a repair soon.



What’s the cut like on those? Love the details. 

[Broark]

@Tiro the Saddle Pants fit similarly to the 02 cut from OA. So fairly slim. I know @longshanks has a pair he’s worn a lot and he said he’d get some photos up soon. 

[Tiro]

On 8/23/2020 at 5:32 PM, Broark said:

@Tiro the Saddle Pants fit similarly to the 02 cut from OA. So fairly slim. I know @longshanks has a pair he’s worn a lot and he said he’d get some photos up soon. 

Thanks. 
 

I miss the days of old... would love to get these details on a pair of 03 cut...

If u are seeing this Ryo and Hiro. Make more 03’s please... :-)

[plattertough]

Shelving my 02s for the TCB contest. First pair of Ooes I’ve had, love the denim. I’d probably prefer the 01 cut, and the front right pocket bags are starting to give out, but this is my favorite pair of jeans right now.

[Radiohead89]

3 months. I was going to wait longer but these need to be washed. 

[Radiohead89]

One wash

[Radiohead89]

This denim just keeps getting better and never ceases to impress me. So soft and breathable. Perfect for Florida. Can’t say enough good things about OOE. 

[JDelage]

Have you people seen that:

https://standardandstrange.com/collections/ooe-yofukuten-mechanics-overalls

I like the ecru one but it's kinda light weight...

Well, it turns out the legs are going to be too narrow for me. Still, very cool.

Edited September 19, 2020 by JDelage

[Broark]

Yeah I’m thinking about potentially getting both the ecru and Cone, don’t really own anything like that outside of the Boss Pants which are a little too slim for the styling IMO. The measurements look good to me. 

[dudewuttheheck]

I grabbed both. The light weight of both fabrics is actually a bonus for me.

[owlofminerva]

These are so awesome.  Like dude, I'm really excited about the lightweight fabrics.  How is everyone thinking about sizing these?

[Broark]

I'm thinking I'll go for 38 in both which is my normal OA size.
Just kind of on the fence about white pants!

[owlofminerva]

7 hours ago, Broark said:

I'm thinking I'll go for 38 in both which is my normal OA size.
Just kind of on the fence about white pants!

I chose my regular waist size (i.e. one size down from my usual OA size).  But I tend to like a slightly slimmer fit.

Those pics of Ryo have me convinced that a full tuxedo with the overalls plus the jacket is the way to go here.

(That said, I only have the jacket in denim, and am planning to only do the denim pants.)

[dudewuttheheck]

I went in between the two suggestions and sized up by 1. TTS would have been 31 in these so I went with 32. I just went several months wearing oversized jeans that I don't want anything too big or loose (my 37s current fit gives me nightmares) so I didn't go up to 33.

[Broark]

Here's something interesting jeans OA is making for Barnstormer that will be releasing next year, using deadstock XX27 Cone in the 01 cut. Limited to 40 pairs.
The selvedge looks very similar to the Roy R01 XX20's, wonder what the technical difference is between the two (don't say 7 Maynard ).
The blog post mentions that they will take reservations soon for May '21 delivery and that they have another to be announced pair using a different denim well. Very nice!

[aho]

^You know I'm all in!

[roomtemplacroix]

started wearing these again lately. they’re just too good. 

[aho]

^Patch looks crazy @roomtemplacroix

Also for anyone waiting on those Barnstormer's, I tried to put a reservation down but they said they're trying to determine the price before they can open it up

[Bobbo]

Dang Broark. That new Ooe release looks tasty.

[aho]

Based on simple deduction, the XX27 should be the same denim as the following (peep the selvage ID):
https://www.ropedye.com/2012/11/1927-501xx/

 

Will be cool to get a pair. BTW, they're doing another run with the 03 cut...I'm not sure which I'll go for yet!

[Broark]

Didn't know they'd be doing the 03 cut, might be a good chance to try that out.
And the ID looks super similar to the Roys from earlier this summer.