Heavy Flannel Shirt Challenge

[simonc]

The standard winter perennial. Has to be machine washable, has to be under a hundred bucks, fabric has to be over 6 oz's in weight. Go.

 

[MB5]

L.L. Bean Chamois Cloth Shirt (7.5oz)

http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/22611?feat=813-CL1&page=bean-s-chamois-cloth-shirt

 

[Pinesiw]

Lee valley grandad collarless pull over
https://www.leevalleyireland.com/us/shop/all/flannel-irish-collarless-grandad-shirt/

 

[cw3pa]

You could try Duluth Trading Company.

 

[gtdean48]

Cabelas Carhartt= http://www.cabelas.com/product/Carh...eavy+flannel&WTz_l=Header;Search-All+Products
House brand = http://www.cabelas.com/product/Cabe...eavy+flannel&WTz_l=Header;Search-All+Products
Dickies but not sure of weight = http://www.cabelas.com/product/Dick...eavy+flannel&WTz_l=Header;Search-All+Products

 

[dhermann1]

Viyella shirts are fabulous. Cotton wool blend. Machine wash cold, drip dry. DON'T put them in the dryer. Gorgeous colors and patterns, deliciously warm and comfortable. I'm amazed we don't have a thread dedicated to them here.

 

[LocktownDog]

Don't know. Haven't needed to buy any in years. My ex father-in-law gave me all of his dad's vintage heavy flannel shirts years ago. I've only had one wear out on the elbow. Others still look great. Most winter days, I don't even need to wear a jacket.

 

[bords]

My vote would be a used Flat Head or Iron Heart. I think my sons will be wearing mine when I kick.

 

[resortes805]

I have too many vintage Pendleton's and McGregor's to be bothered with this challenge.

 

[SteveAS]

I have too many vintage Pendleton's and McGregor's to be bothered with this challenge.

Now you're talking!

 

[KyleK]

http://www.stormykromer.com/mens/shirts/flannel-shirt

Easily the best flannel shirt I've ever had.

 

[esteban68]

does anyone have any idea on the sizings of the Cabelas shirts and if they are available in the UK or if they mail abroad?

 

[jack miranda]

Much as I like Pendletons, and, I have nearly a dozen, I've not found them particularly warm. I also have a Pendleton wool coat/jacket. I was in Seattle over Christmas, and went out one night wearing the Pendleton coat over one of my board shirts; I might as well have been wearing a thin tshirt. The cold night air went through that wool like I was nekkid. They look sharp, and, I love 'em, but, I don't count on them for warmth.

I've worn L.L. Bean flannel shirts for years; they are toasty warm, good-looking shirts. I've one I picked up second hand about ten years ago, and I can't wear the darn thing out. It's my favorite shirt. Also, there is the fit. Some flannel shirts fit like a tent, and feel stiff. A well-made flannel shirt should fit well, not hang off the shoulders or ballon out at the waist. That's a waste.

 

[simonc]

Much as I like Pendletons, and, I have nearly a dozen, I've not found them particularly warm. I also have a Pendleton wool coat/jacket. I was in Seattle over Christmas, and went out one night wearing the Pendleton coat over one of my board shirts; I might as well have been wearing a thin tshirt. The cold night air went through that wool like I was nekkid. They look sharp, and, I love 'em, but, I don't count on them for warmth.

I've worn L.L. Bean flannel shirts for years; they are toasty warm, good-looking shirts. I've one I picked up second hand about ten years ago, and I can't wear the darn thing out. It's my favorite shirt. Also, there is the fit. Some flannel shirts fit like a tent, and feel stiff. A well-made flannel shirt should fit well, not hang off the shoulders or ballon out at the waist. That's a waste.

I hear that Jack, I was looking at the LLbean 33 range and the fit is slim and they look sweet.

 

[simonc]

http://www.stormykromer.com/mens/shirts/flannel-shirt

Easily the best flannel shirt I've ever had.

Hi Kyle they look good, for you, why are they your winning flannel?

 

[KyleK]

Hi Kyle they look good, for you, why are they your winning flannel?

Mine is about 3yrs old so specs may have changed but:

XL fit is perfect in the shoulders for me - nice fit all around not too roomy not too tight
Thick, heavy cotton flannel (I'm talking cotton, wool would be a different story) still looks good after a lot of washes
Well sewn, tough construction
Double layer at elbows
The two button flap chest pockets are actually more convenient to use than single buttons when storing multiple items or glasses

 

[simonc]

Awesome Kyle

 

[simonc]

That '33 llbean looks the business.

 

[Chasseur]

Related question where to get wool flannel shirts? In white or off-white?

 

[AtomicEraTom]

Depending where you live, thrift shops are usually loaded with them. I've picked up some for under 4 bucks that could almost pass as a jacket.