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    Fit jacket pics

    Give Langlitz a call. They build an allowance for your shoulder slope in their jacket builds and may be able to address your fit issues. This is why Langlitz can make jackets can fit people with huge traps and very square shouldered individuals. As mentioned earlier it looks like you've got a...
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    Aero speedway vs. 1930's slim half belt?

    Front - The Speedway has a panel at the bottom of the jacket and commensurate seam compared to the 30's HB. Back - The Speedway has a seam in the middle of the back panel and slightly different yoke when compared to the 30's HB. Fit - tried an XL Speedway on and it seemed to fit slightly larger...
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    which one is better,aero or alexander

    Horween makes a several different leathers. The Horween Chromexcel (see link) is typically associated with Aero's unique look and buying an Aero jacket is your best option for it. The FQHH and Steerhide options are both very stiff and heavy but a tumbled version is available that will make the...
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    Aero 1930s slim half belt versus the bootlegger??? help

    If you really like the 30's half-belt and want something different you can order a button front 30's Half-Belt. They're know as the Maxwell and Insurrection has them. The 30's HB and Highwayman are very different jackets so I agree you need to decide what to do with your Highwayman. I'd...
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    Sold!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Appreciate that this is sold but could you put the original listing info back in here so when we search for sales/prices on things that have sold there's some actual information? Sorry to anyone selling anything that potentially got bumped down while I was writing this. Cheers
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    Waterproofing seams on a Barbour.

    Check out the following video. Melt the wax before you apply it, apply it only to the seams, and don't forget to let the jacket get warm enough to allow the wax to even out. http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=MtpNzTmcX-w
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    New RedWing Store NOT Ready for "Prime Time"

    The Red Wing stores rarely carry the Heritage line and it's a rare experience when the staff is familiar with them at all. There is a very good store in my area. They carry select models out of the Heritage line and the staff is very professional and well trained. I'd say your experience not...
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    first post and winter coat question

    +1. You should also check out Bemidji Woolen Mills. They make a couple very warm jackets at a little more reasonable price point than Filson. I'd also recommend Stormy Kromer's Town Coat. They have 2012 XXL models on close out for $169 and XXL talls for $179 in a selection of colors...
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    New Johnson Leathers M-200-J in Horween Chromexcel

    Thanks for sharing pictures of the new jacket. It's fantastic and I'll have to stop at Johnson's Leathers when I'm in SF. I love the following business card shared on the Horween site. Don't call them - they'll call you....
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    FS: White's Semi Dress Boots 12C

    Great looking boots - do you remember specifically which leather they're made out of? Are they one of the oil finished leathers or a dry finish? 11 people watching these boots already - good luck.
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    Gustin Jeans Selvage Denim made in SF

    My wife's friend recommended Downy Wrinkle Releaser to her to loosen up a pair of jeans she ordered that came in a little tight. Anyone have experience with this to get a little extra out of their jeans?
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    Gustin Jeans Selvage Denim made in SF

    Just to clarify. I'm not doubting anyone's ability to measure but I would like to hear other people's experiences so it becomes obvious whether Gustin's sizing guide is 100% accurate or hit-and-miss depending on the campaign. Griff's feedback on the shirts was helpful in that I didn't order...
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    Gustin Jeans Selvage Denim made in SF

    Thank you for that. I'm interested in hearing other peoples experience. The Gustin I see going on ebay mention sizing issues quite often.
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    Question About Alden 405s

    Hello - I think the 11D would work for you based on your experience above. The 405's I've seen are built on the Trubalance last which tends to run 1/2 size large (even compared to other Alden's). I wear a 11.5D or 11.5C in the Barrie last and a 12D or 12.5D (or C) in the Aberdeen or Hampton...
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    Red Wing Wolverine 1000 mile boots sole questions.

    A cobbler glues a thin rubber half sole to the leather sole. The cobbler may take the sole to a grinder because if you add a thick half sole directly to the leather sole it can put the boot out of balance. Here's a link to Vibram's half soles - Vibram half soles. I've added these to a pair of...
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    My New Alexander Leathers 4 Pocket Roadster Smooth Steer

    That violates rule 3. Awesome list. OP - Great looking jacket!
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    Opinions needed! New (to me) Langlitz Fighter Jacket....

    Looks good all around to me if it's not too tight - agree with Butte about the first picture. The length looks good to me. It covers the top of your back pockets and you can still get into your front jeans pockets. Don't think there's any issue with the pockets. They're so big that they just...
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    Red Wing Heritage 2936 Lineman Boot (just bought them) - any Thoughts on the Wabasha

    Red Wing still makes a large variety of widths in their more popular work boots but in the Heritage collection I think they've gone to only D widths (and it's a slightly narrow D in my opinion). If you're looking for a serious workboot there's also White's boots for unusual sizes in addition to...
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    Red Wing Wolverine 1000 mile boots sole questions.

    The neoprene (cord) sole is what's found on Red Wing's Iron Rangers and some other Red Wing boots. This sole is treacherous on slippery surfaces so I wouldn't recommend it around packed snow, etc. The recommendation to add a quarter rubber sole is a good one. I've added one to a rubber sole...
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    Red Wing Heritage 2936 Lineman Boot (just bought them) - any Thoughts on the Wabasha

    Thanks - I got the credit and appreciate it. The Clymb added some Red Wings I'd never seen before the Red Wing flash sale ended. They also have some Filson on sale including their boots. The best Filson deals "IMO" are the midweight sweater and moleskin shirts for $69. Here's some of...

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