Posts by Tarmac

They have specials at the SF store, they don't have any kind of "no discounts ever" rule like some luxury brands. They will almost always be special run models with a few odd sizes left. If you are in SF you also have other options for...

Quote:Originally Posted by ap10046 Tarmac, No wonder..i think when I started my search for a pair of Cottesmores, a search brought yours up and thats what inspired me. I love them..but the C&J Chestnut, in my opinion is just a bit...

Quote:Originally Posted by ap10046 Old Post..I know...but why do my Cottesmores look nothing like No. 1 in the bottom picture? These are GORGEOUS!! Also are No. 3, Grenson Smiths? Mine are a makeup for Barneys US and are a true...

Quote:Originally Posted by Blackmaged denim blue sweater's in, like Guy said this thing is ridiculously heavy. color's great too, sort of a "steel blue/grey" in my humble opinion and definitely wearable with denim. if i get a...

I'm not even that enamored with double prongs nor slant edges. Heck I don't even like the symmetrical buckles, but if this is 6mm+ thick, I'm in.

Has anyone repaired/attached a button yourself on the WWII versions? It looks like there is extra thick thread, a long shank, and the thread only goes through one layer on the back side. I'm ready to try it but it looks tricky.

Perfect fit, IMO. In fact I plan to get a 40 next time (I have similar measurements to you and got a 38)

Damn, look at that thing!

Quote:Originally Posted by Baron I got them through Coldrice Damn, old threads bringing back memories

Sounds about right... if you are Japanese.