The Japanese Repro Clothing Thread (Real McCoys, Freewheelers, Etc.)

[localful]

I have the same issue with mine except it's the bottom button and 2 others about chest level. From what I've seen it has to do with buttonhole stitching being too loose and elastic. After buying mine I've checked out a half dozen or so at various times in store and they all seem to suffer from that in some way or another. A shame because otherwise it is a great shirt though the buttons do feel cheap. At the price point guess that's what you can expect.

Yeah, I have similar experiences. The two top buttons come unbuttoned from time to time. I also felt that the buttons were attached loosely. I actually had one fall off...

 

[jmiller123]

Per the recent discussion of N1 jackets, Imogene and Willie has an option included in a just released collaboration with Alpha Industries, taking a few of the AI patterns from their vault and re-releasing them made in the USA. I could see these slotting in with the repro/rrl looks. The prices are a bit high but Imogene Willie usually does a black Friday weekend with 20% off which would make them a bit more reasonable.

 

[ojaw]

Definitely a bit high price wise considering the lack of wool/fur.

 

[jmiller123]

Definitely a bit high price wise considering the lack of wool/fur.

Agreed, don't think it's the best value proposition but I do think it looks nice. I see I+W in the same light as RRL- not in the same league regarding construction/materials as Mccoys, Buzz, etc but good enough if you like the styling.

 

[XWT]

Imo I+W is 10/10 marketing, 8.5/10 design, 7/10 construction and 6/10 materials.

 

[elongatedskull]

Per the earlier chambray discussion; RMC is great I've got the USN and 8HU shirts, I prefer the fit on the 8HU but the flap pockets on the USN one are much more practical. Warehouse make a mighty nice chambray too if you have the patience to track one down

 

[whorishconsumer]

Nothing to do with this thread, but...

The direct-ordered Rota trousers have not worked out so well. A size 54 with a revised higher waist is still laughably small, with very tight hips and a 31" upper thigh, if measured from the crotch seam to the outseam. The Leg opening is 19.5cm (which was expected).

Continuing the disconnect in their manner of measurement comparative to my experience, it appears they measure thigh width very differently. Or what I took to be thigh width, but what is "upper leg". The problem is, their diagram would suggest otherwise. So, what I understood to be a 37cm thigh is much less.

I've raised with Andrea. I feel I should take partial responsibility for not having read the text accompanying the diagram (caveat emptor). However, I also feel that the information they provide is contradictory.

And, to the original question, their pants are very small.

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Upon further reflection, I don't think I understand how thigh is measured accurately to begin with. So any misunderstanding is probably my fault more than anyone's.

 

[XWT]

For something a little different, I really enjoy this Studio D'Artisan chambray. The fabric is really nice and hearty, and I like the asymmetrical pockets and kind of "false popover" design with the hidden buttons. More French factory worker than US navy surplus vibes, I'd say.

Studio D'Artisan Selvedge Chambray Work Shirt

5333A 11oz. Original Selvedge Chambray Fabric 100% cotton Slim fit silhouette One Wash Asymmetrical chest pockets (Left breast - Cigarette Pocket / Right breast - Pen Pocket) Extended button-tab at collar stand Side gusset with Selvedge detail Plastic black buttons Chainstitch runoff Using a...

www.okayamadenim.com

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I love that shirt model and I am trying to track down a black wabash version.

 

[garigo]

Who makes the best casual chambray shirt?
Right now I'm looking at the McCoys U.S.N, Freewheelers Neal and the workshirt by The Flat Head but finding it difficult to choose one.

U.S.N. CHAMBRAY SHIRT L/S (PLAIN)

COLOUR CODE - 121

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シャンブレー ワークシャツ FN-SCK-003L | THE FLAT HEAD

フラットヘッドは、ジーンズ・Tシャツ・レザーアイテム等、古き良き時代のアメリカンテイストを継承しつつ、現在の素晴らしい技術を融合させる、完全日本製本格ブランドです。

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Freewheelers 8oz "Neal" Selvage Chambray Shirt (Indigo)

"Neal" chambray shirts are some 'Regular Items' from Freewheelers that have been well-loved over the years! The design is inspired by the 1930s U.S Railway workers' chambray shirt and Freewheelers do remake it to the next level!This Japanese 8oz red selvage ID chambray is specially developed by...

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Not exactly repro chambray, but I think this denim shirt in the latest Stòffa collection looks awesome. I ordered one and I'm really looking forward to receiving it.

 

[Mghart]

RMC jp just re-released these houndstooth flannels. I have a green one I got in 2018 in Japan and it’s been a favorite for fall winter. Much more wearable than IH UHFs imo cause they aren’t as heavy.

 

[Ashen]

Thanks for the chambray shirt recommendations everyone!!!. I've decided to go with the McCoys USN as I really like the pockets on them.

 

[GaiusM]

Upon further reflection, I don't think I understand how thigh is measured accurately to begin with. So any misunderstanding is probably my fault more than anyone's.

There are a ton of ways to measure thigh width that vary among manufacturers and retailers so don't blame yourself too much. For example this is How Hinoya does it

Note how it goes straight across the leg at an essentially arbitrary point, defined as "10cm from the inseam". Other shops go from 6cm, some starting from the inseam itself and either 'straight' across or at an angle. The angles vary as well and tend to be vague. It's why one shop will say 32cm, another 31, and a third 30.5, all concerning the same article of clothing. All are correct because they all use different methods of measurement for the thigh. This is less pronounced in rise, waist, length and hem width as those are all fairly regular measurements while thigh width isn't.

 

[whorishconsumer]

There are a ton of ways to measure thigh width that vary among manufacturers and retailers so don't blame yourself too much. For example this is How Hinoya does it
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Note how it goes straight across the leg at an essentially arbitrary point, defined as "10cm from the inseam". Other shops go from 6cm, some starting from the inseam itself and either 'straight' across or at an angle. The angles vary as well and tend to be vague. It's why one shop will say 32cm, another 31, and a third 30.5, all concerning the same article of clothing. All are correct because they all use different methods of measurement for the thigh. This is less pronounced in rise, waist, length and hem width as those are all fairly regular measurements while thigh width isn't.

Bless you.

 

[denimondenimondenim]

does this lean too leather daddy? anyone got any recommendations for a teacore leather vest?

 

[whorishconsumer]

does this lean too leather daddy? anyone got any recommendations for a teacore leather vest?

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Yes. Yes it does.

BUCO LEATHER ALPACA VEST

The Real McCoy's reproduce products using methods and machinery of the past. For a successful reproduction, these garments require the sensitive minds of the detail-oriented Japanese craftsmen on every procedure.

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