Ooe-Yofukuten & Co.

[Bobbo]

Not to derail this completely but what let you down on the SDA's mate?

[bradl]

I have had to replace the buttons at least half a dozen times since they're hand sewn and come off extremely easily, need to find some real buttons to snap on. The ow denim leaves a lot to desire, and just doesn't work well with Tianjin wear them, like that crisp feeling, that fades into a nice soft denim. Stitching down the outseam is starting to pull apart. Also the pocket bag material is a heavy canvas, and the Seam at the bottom is super chunky and leaves a weird fade on the leg

[beautiful_FrEaK]

I am not sure if Ooe will offer you a sturdy pair of jeans. They are still fragile and delicate in a certain way.

You might be better off with Ironheart or real work wear

[bradl]

Switching to carharts after the world tour, so I don't need to worry about something that will withstand heavy wear.

But this would just give me a great excuse to cop a pair of jeans from a brand I have listed over for a few years

[aho]

^Truth...Whereas a lot of brands aim to get soft in the end (Full Count etc.), Ooe's are generally soft from the get go, and are all cotton stitching. Sturdy enough, and well constructed with attention to detail to be sure, but give cotton enough stress and it will tear/rip. My contest Ooe's were two sizes too small and I completely destroyed the yoke to the point that it was flapping about in the wind. 

[bradl]

Sounds like you guys are trying to talk me out of it

[aho]

lol not at all! Even with the yoke issues, that's the pair I miss wearing the most, and I still wear my OA01XX every day religiously!

[JohnM]

They aren't Iron Hearts to be sure but Ooes are my best fitting and favorite jeans overall. They really get the fit right, which isn't quite true with many others from my experience. The stitching and construction are also superb.

[aho]

I'm just spamming this thread while I await a response from Ooe-san, however, one of my biggest denim regrets is not buying a pair in the #78 denim:

 

https://www.instagram.com/p/UF4WMTxD_R/

[Max Power]

I might be in in a contest as well, depending on the details.

 

In the meantime, I'm exploring the OA02XX. Very well made pair of jeans, perfect middle weight (I don't recall it, feels like 13,5-14oz). Other than that, the jeans are pretty simple, yet you can feel the craftmanship. I think some of the old OOE fabric samples weere way more interesting, that particular model never was high on my wishlist. But the fit and knowing the story behind it would make me get a pair nevertheless.

 

[Max Power]

[volvo240thebest]

fits nice on you mate

[garden gnomes in space]

i'd probably be interested in this.  My OA02's dont fit anymore (comfortably at least) .  To be honest, I find OOE;s denim boring.  Its too soft, almost clinical in its texture and appearance.  I would need another contest to maintain interest.  FWIW I do think they look great faded.  

[guthriegking]

ive been reading this thread/the old ooe contest thread for a long time and have yet to pull the trigger on a pair, however if a contest comes about i will absolutely be in. 02 would be great and im up for really any details. hopefully this pans out.

[chazychaz]

Never had on hand experience with OOE in my life..extremely interested in this..count me in for the contest pair

[mrsmiff]

I'm about 6 months into a pair of the 02s we had in stock. 

 

I've not had any issues with them falling apart on me and I've put them through some pretty active use.  The denim definitely gets soft quickly, which is exactly what they're going for with these.  If I'd bought the right size - +1, not +2, they'd be my favorite jeans. I still wear them all the time despite that.

 

I think of them as the most subtle pair of jeans we sell.  Nothing flashy, nothing slubby, just quietly great jeans.

[aho]

Good news everyone...Need to work some things out though!

[beautiful_FrEaK]

Looking forward to what you achieved!

[tigerstrom]

This sounds promising!

[Broark]

Very interested in seeing how this pans out. 

[bradl]

excellent.

[JohnM]

Great news aho -- good luck and hope it works out!

 

Really excited about this one, but trying to temper the excitement knowing how busy Ryo and Hiro no doubt are ;-)

[guthriegking]

Cant wait to hear whatever it is you know aho! Very excited for this.

[volvo240thebest]

excellent stuff Aho, we're all looking forward to hear what you're cooking!

[bradl]

Stoked on this and can't wait to see what denim is being used. With ahos plan of only doing this if we can get something worthwhile, I know this will be sweet. Also, knowing ooe it will be enough time for me to get some finances in order.

[aho]

Good light out, thought I'd take some impromptu OA01XX update pics, exactly one year of wear and countless washes:

 

 

Gonna hold off on a wash for a few more weeks to bring out more contrast, but I'm enjoying this shade of blue. One of my all time favorite denim fabrics; subtle, balanced, soft/comfortable and  just grainy and crinkly enough. Eventually I'll I have to photograph them next to my vintage 1947's to get a comparison but want to break them in a bit more. Some people say OAXX is too flat, smooth, and boring but I just don't get it...

Edited January 3, 2016 by aho

[Flash]

very nice mate , the OA denim does not disappoint 

[garden gnomes in space]

haha, im one of those who thinks its boring.  for the record, its only boring when new.  once you get past that point of it being rather standard it clearly starts to produce, as shown here.    But thats my opinion.  I tend to like imperfections in denim.  

[aho]

#17 seems right up your alley...

Edited January 3, 2016 by aho

[garden gnomes in space]

killing me man... i might just rethink this...