Also be sure to check out Fox Creek Leather
http://www.foxcreekleather.com/5.html
and if you have really deep pockets, Langlitz.
http://www.langlitz.com/
Both companies make HEAVY top notch classic leather motorcycle jackets, still made in the USA.
Langlitz has been called "The...
this is one of only two occasions when my locale is wonderful... (upstate NY)
one occasion is the beauty of the trees in autumn.
the other is the distinct honor of having it cold enough to wear a B3 many times a year.
:)
these look very similar.
can't comment on the quality, but at $37.49 they might be worth a try:
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_067B0004000P?mv=rr
I thought that I read on this forum somewhere NOT to use those on fabrics because they transfer chemicals and break down fabrics? I will have to search for the thread....
Thanks very much. I'll grab a nice horsehair shoebrush for now and then order a hat care kit from one of the hatters online when I get the chance.
Cheers!
Well, I have been 'helping' my wife get interested. I have recently purchased a coulple lovely vintage and/or inspired coats which has led her to buy other items.
She now appreciates when I wear fedoras (she never minded newsboys or ivy caps but for some reason didn't dig fedoras) although...
What are hat brushes made from nowadays?
I found ONE shop locally that sells them, and when asked, the fellow on the phone told me he believes they have nylon bristles. They sell for $15, so I'm guessing they will be similar in quality to the brushes I've seen online.
I'd much rather just...
just found a couple 'classic' styled boots on the cheap:
Timberland Moc $60
http://www.bargainoutfitters.com/cb/cb.asp?a=348875&pn=2
Wolverine Moc $60
http://www.bargainoutfitters.com/cb/cb.asp?a=221804
the original topic one of the reasons that i have to drag my wife into thrift stores.
although her prejudice has gotten better over the years...she'll actually look through racks and touch the clothing now and she actually BOUGHT some things the last time we went...
lol
but, um, yeah...
Much like Red Wing, Frye used to be one of the best, sturdiest, heaviest boots that you could buy.
But also like Red Wing, Frye now makes "lifestyle" or "fashion" shoes and boots as well as their regular lines. And many of the models are no longer made here in the states.
Years ago I...
I would take a wild guess and say that you are a or a 42 Short or a 44 Short.
If you don't have the whereforall to measure yourself like mentioned earlier, and you are still afraid of salespeople, grab a 42S and a 44S and try them on in the dressing room.
usually in modern suits there is a...
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