The official thrift/discount store bragging thread

[Larson McCord]

Don't poke holes in a belt. Take it to a cobbler and they can shorten it from the buckle side. Looks MUCH better. My guy charges $6 to do that.

 

[antirabbit]

I went back and got the lands end 7 fold tie
the construction on this damn thing is amazing. Pretty cool pattern as well.
I always pass over Lands End ties, Ill be more careful from now on.

 

[hmmurdock]

Originally Posted by seanmj

Then I realized it wasn't a made in England, bespoke Gieves and Hawkes suit, but a made in USA, RTW. Has anyone else spotted Gieves and Hawkes RTW? Do you find it worth picking up? From what I can gleam from the internet, I think this was made by Hickey Freeman.

Most of the RTW Gieves and Hawkes I have run into has either been made by Hickey or Canali.

This -> http://www.styleforum.net/showthread.php?t=24109 is an excellent thread for identification purposes.

 

[Nataku]

Originally Posted by madhatter349

Those size 34 red pants look great, wish I could find something like that. Would love to wear those this spring.

Want em? They won't fit me.

 

[bourbonbasted]

Originally Posted by Nataku

Want em? They won't fit me.

I'd definitely be interested. PM sent.

 

[canuckstyle]

Originally Posted by seanmj

I thought I'd seriously scored when I saw this label:

Then I realized it wasn't a made in England, bespoke Gieves and Hawkes suit, but a made in USA, RTW. Has anyone else spotted Gieves and Hawkes RTW? Do you find it worth picking up? From what I can gleam from the internet, I think this was made by Hickey Freeman.

I have one, thrifted for cheap. It fit me and i liked the pattern, plus it was nearly new so i bought it. if it didnt fit me or was needed in my wardrobe i would have left it.

 

[Digmenow]

I hit my "A" thrift today and I was not disappointed.

I picked up a pair of perfectly fitting AE Parks in brown with the vibram sole to round out my upper scale dress shoe collection. I'm on my feet all day on a tile/carpet (no padding) sales floor so I'm interested in comparing the feel of the soles by the end of the day. Also a pair of Clarks black mocs for padding around during an upcoming trip along with a Loro Piana BB Brooksease 3 roll 2 blazer (with SHINY brass buttons). It's being adjusted to fit me as we speak.

However...

My first Aldens. They don't fit but I wasn't leaving them. I'm sure someone with small feet will offer a fair deal for them. I actually squeezed my 10.5 dogs into them just for ***** and giggles.

Also found these. Anyone have a clue as to what the brand is? I can't find a thing.

Lastly, this Beretta sport coat. I can't find anything like it on the internet. It's marked 42R but fits me like a 44R or L even. I'm considering having it altered but not sure.

Cool "Beretta" buttons.

Zippered pockets!?

I need a cigarette.

 

[Chico2007]

Originally Posted by Digmenow

I hit my "A" thrift today and I was not disappointed. I picked up a pair of perfectly fitting AE Parks in brown with the vibram sole to round out my upper scale dress shoe collection. I'm on my feet all day on a tile/carpet (no padding) sales floor so I'm interested in comparing the feel of the soles by the end of the day. Also a pair of Clarks black mocs for padding around during an upcoming trip along with a Loro Piana BB Brooksease 3 roll 2 blazer (with SHINY brass buttons). It's being adjusted to fit me as we speak. However... My first Aldens. They don't fit but I wasn't leaving them. I'm sure someone with small feet will offer a fair deal for them. I actually squeezed my 10.5 dogs into them just for ***** and giggles.

Lastly, this Beretta sport coat. I can't find anything like it on the internet. It's marked 42R but fits me like a 44R or L even. I'm considering having it altered but not sure.

Cool "Beretta" buttons.

I need a cigarette.
Dig, Those Alden's are a size 7? How did you fit your feet in them? Not sure 'bout boots..what size? That SC is AWESOME! It's Beretta..yeah, the firearms company. Zippered pockets so your game and/or ammo doesn't fall out.(or stash a Px4 in there)

 

[hmmurdock]

Picked up what appear to be an unworn pair of Tod's loafers. Tagged 6.5 which means I found a nice new pair of shoes for wifey. She tried them on....men's 6.5. Do men really have feet this small?

 

[Staatsoper]

Originally Posted by hmmurdock

Picked up what appear to be an unworn pair of Tod's loafers. Tagged 6.5 which means I found a nice new pair of shoes for wifey. She tried them on....men's 6.5. Do men really have feet this small?

I do. And thanks for asking so nicely.

 

[AlanC]

There's a member around here that might appreciate this:

 

[Achilles_]

Originally Posted by AlanC

There's a member around here that might appreciate this:

Nice!

 

[Ich_Dien]

Those boots look like AS or C&J? Probably used by the same person as the Beretta jacket for country pursuits.

 

[TheWGP]

LOL, I think that label is trying to tell Spoo something...

His wife may have mentioned it too...

 

[seanmj]

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