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[DorianGreen]

Looks great. What is the sizing like? I’m undecided on medium or large. Would be a 42 in Lockie and Colhays (with Colhays being on tighter side). Thanks.

I was able to try it on in the KaDeWe store here in Berlin before ordering it at the official JoE website. It definitely runs small: the M size I bought measures 51cm pit to pit.

 

[Xyol]

I was able to try it on in the KaDeWe store here in Berlin before ordering it at the official JoE website. It definitely runs small: the M size I bought measures 51cm pit to pit.

I tried an S at KaDeWe as well and it runs pretty much like Colhay‘s 38 at least chest wise (but longer with longer arms).

 

[GodAtum]

I'm looking to buy a nice cashmere zip neck for work. Will be wearing it 5 days a week when it's cold. Which is the best manufacturer?

• William Lockie 2 ply £295
• Johnstons of Elgin 2 ply £550
• Bagg 3 ply £895

Obviously for these prices it will be an heirloom.

 

[Xyol]

I'm looking to buy a nice cashmere zip neck for work. Will be wearing it 5 days a week when it's cold. Which is the best manufacturer?

• William Lockie 2 ply £295
• Johnstons of Elgin 2 ply £550
• Bagg 3 ply £895

Obviously for these prices it will be an heirloom.

If you are considering all three, I would try my luck with Lockie and if it fits you well, get two - you will still land close to Johnstons in price. Reason being that if you want it (them) to be an heirloom, I would try to alternate and give your sweaters time to rest between wears. Also more colours that way.

 

[msimon]

I'm looking to buy a nice cashmere zip neck for work. Will be wearing it 5 days a week when it's cold. Which is the best manufacturer?

• William Lockie 2 ply £295
• Johnstons of Elgin 2 ply £550
• Bagg 3 ply £895

Obviously for these prices it will be an heirloom.

Nothing in clothing is heirloom, especially cashmere if it's worn often. I've had more robust wools last me no more then a year and the replacement piece 3-4years, it's a roll of a dice.

 

[happydayz1]

I have a Lockie zip neck and have been happy with it. For a work piece I wouldn’t be inclined to pay double for the same ply with JoE. Also a 5 ply will be a drastically different piece due to the amount of cashmere and therefore more limited for day to day office wear.

 

[GodAtum]

I have a Lockie zip neck and have been happy with it. For a work piece I wouldn’t be inclined to pay double for the same ply with JoE. Also a 5 ply will be a drastically different piece due to the amount of cashmere and therefore more limited for day to day office wear.

Frustratingly they only sell down to a 40" chest https://www.ahume.co.uk/william-lockie-cashmere-2-ply-zip-neck-sweater-p57

The other go down to a 38" which is my size.

 

[Xyol]

Frustratingly they only sell down to a 40" chest https://www.ahume.co.uk/william-lockie-cashmere-2-ply-zip-neck-sweater-p57

The other go down to a 38" which is my size.

It may be worth to shoot them a message - they may be able to order a size 38 for you. No guarantees though since the quarter zip is not in the stock program, I believe.

For JoE, the chest size may vary between their models so I would reach out to their customer service as well to get their measurements for your model.

 

[msimon]

Frustratingly they only sell down to a 40" chest https://www.ahume.co.uk/william-lockie-cashmere-2-ply-zip-neck-sweater-p57

The other go down to a 38" which is my size.

36 chest if I take a deep breath, I have it even worse. Otherwise more William Lockie would be in my closet.

 

[GodAtum]

On the same topic, do zip necks seem more casual to you then v necks? I’ve been thinking v necks look odd without a tie. And since my workplace is business casual, a zip neck would go nicely with chinos and John Lobb chukkas.

 

[DorianGreen]

On the same topic, do zip necks seem more casual to you then v necks? I’ve been thinking v necks look odd without a tie. And since my workplace is business casual, a zip neck would go nicely with chinos and John Lobb chukkas.

I don't like zippers, I would choose a button collar instead.

 

[epsilon22]

To me zippers are more casual since they are more similar to technical clothing (outdoor or sports outerwear). I have none since I think they look off with sport coats, but if I don't wear jackets at work, I wouldn't be against having some full/half zip knitwear in merino or cashmere.

I don't own anything sold under JoE's own label, but I have a submariner rollneck from PWVC allegedly made by JoE. I don't think I'd pay nearly twice WL's price for similar material/weight/style garments assuming you have no strong preference in design/fit/color.

 

[GodAtum]

I found this one which is apparently made by Locke and is a small size, what do you think? It's a wool/cashmere blend unfortunately.

https://www.mrporter.com/en-gb/mens/product/kingsman/clothing/knitted-zip-throughs/wade-merino-wool-and-cashmere-blend-half-zip-sweater/1647597342016682

Are there any other sellers in the UK which sell good quailty cashmere zips for chest size 38" for around £300?

 

[msimon]

I found this one which is apparently made by Locke and is a small size, what do you think? It's a wool/cashmere blend unfortunately.

https://www.mrporter.com/en-gb/mens/product/kingsman/clothing/knitted-zip-throughs/wade-merino-wool-and-cashmere-blend-half-zip-sweater/1647597342016682

Are there any other sellers in the UK which sell good quailty cashmere zips for chest size 38" for around £300?

Good shout but those measurements would still come up large for me.