Posts by Mr. Pink

Quote: Originally Posted by rssmsvc Isn't there a 4th line called Corneliani Sartoriale ? I have seen these in a NM and they usually price above the 3 lines above and have better materials. There is. I have...

Quote: Originally Posted by Will A shoe repair shop will have the equipment to trim them and the one I use duplicates the original curved end. The ideal length is for the brace end to extend to the bottom of the...

Quote: Originally Posted by Hoya Saxa Absolutely. I have a pair I purchased in 1991 that's still going strong. I used to wear them to school after a morning surf session. Then again, I grew up in Del Mar (north of...

I think Polo does use he 1/2 size down for everything. So the lasts really matter. I have the Darlton penny loafer in a 12 (my normal US size) and it fits fine. I think that's a 314 last. Same for a pair of Mackays on the 888 last. ...

I actually like Proraso better than Taylor's. It's cheaper and you can get it at Target. I'd also echo all those who advise getting a brush and a DE. I too was skeptical, but trying it made a believer of me. I use a 1960 Gillette...

If you don't care about the image, consider Costco's brand luggage. I have a 22" rollaboard that I've had for 5 years. I've used it on innumerable business trips and have also stuffed it with heavy dive and photographic gear. It...

Quote: Originally Posted by drake It's actally more of another stupid group think on this forum that soft = better propagated by a few clothing nerds that post here and on...

Quote: Originally Posted by Manton I'm not in love with any of the Clayton Supers. They're a little better than most, and somewhat cheaper to boot. But they suffer from the same flaws, in the end. Manton,...

Anyone know how Polo converts the UK sizes? Do they mark up a half size or a full size? I ordered my normal US size, which I had done with Mackays and C&J Darltons, but I'm wondering if I'll need a half size smaller since the 337...

Quote: Originally Posted by retronotmetro Reasonably durable, holds a pretty nice crease, less than ideal drape. I just did a quick search. I'm not seeing any glowing comments. I may e-mail Chan to switch...