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post #18106 of 20727
1/25/13 at 10:59am
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Originally Posted by Beatlegeuse View Post

^ yep, I had to do this when I special ordered a jacket a few years ago - I went up 2 sizes from my usual 40L to 44L (I have see some 40L jackets from other makers that are up to 19" in the shoulders, but most of my others are around the 18.25" range). I actually ordered 2 jackets, one of which I ended up selling because I was never 100% happy with the fit, and I still have the other one. Unfortunately, it's a heavy Harris Tweed jacket and I live in Florida now, so I hardly ever get to wear it frown.gif

In retrospect, I wish I only sized up from 40L to 42L, that probably would have worked out better for me. I really see some fabrics I like in the new Factory Finds, but unfortunately I have zero disposable income to spend at the moment, which is a shame because there's at least one or two I'd really like to have.

+1, I think that I even got the same jacket that you did in 44L due to the shoulder measure, but with that I had bought a 42L. I was lucky enough to get to the store last month and it's clear that the 42L will be the right fit for me. FWIW, I'm a 41L or 42L in BB Fitz, 42L in BB Milano, 40L in BB Regent.
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post #18107 of 20727
1/25/13 at 11:30am
I need a new navy SC. I get warm very easily and don't want anything too heavy. Should I go for the greycast over the mohair? Is the mohair notably warmer than the greycast?

Also, I have the camel hair SC (Weller) and it fits better than the houndstooth SC I also have (also Weller). Any thoughts?
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post #18108 of 20727
1/25/13 at 11:35am
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Originally Posted by Ambulance Chaser View Post

Thanks for the feedback. I'm a 40R off the rack, and none of my jackets have a shoulder width anywhere close to 17.5". It seems like 42R is my best bet.

yes. agreed. my BB Fitz in a 38S has a 17.5" shoulder. the measurements are just a tad disproportionate.
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post #18109 of 20727
1/25/13 at 11:44am
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Originally Posted by Mr. Six View Post

^ I'm a 40R off the rack, as well. I have two Epaulet jackets (and just ordered two more), and they fit great in the shoulders. I agree that my other 40R jackets generally have a shoulder measurement about an inch or so wider, but the Epaulet jackets fit. Here's a picture of me in one of them (not the best photo for judging shoulder fit, but it should give you some idea. Also, it was uploaded using the mobile site, so click for a larger version.):

http://www.styleforum.net/t/111211/epaulet-shop-official-affiliate-thread/17205#post_5956012

Thanks for an alternative view. I'm on the slim side of 40R (wear a 38R in several makes/models) so the Epaulet 40R might work. Do you think a 41R would fit you better than the 40R?
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post #18110 of 20727
1/25/13 at 11:57am

We got a big restock of Rivet Chinos yesterday, but because of the Southwick Factory Finds they didn't make it onto the site. 

 

Rivet Chino Restock

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post #18111 of 20727
1/25/13 at 12:12pm

^Speaking of the rivet chinos, I have what's probably a super noob question...I have a pair of rivets size 36 and I think they might pull at the waist a bit because when I put them on, the fly pulls and the buttons are exposed a bit, like maybe half an inch of pull. But they don't feel too tight at the waist. Is correcting this just a matter of taking it to a tailor and letting the waist out a bit (or losing weight)? I've tried other rivet chinos on before and I have the same problem.

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post #18112 of 20727
1/25/13 at 12:59pm
what's the best Rivet year round chino material?
Edited by ohyoumad - 1/25/13 at 1:45pm
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post #18113 of 20727
1/25/13 at 1:02pm
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Khaki....?
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post #18114 of 20727
1/25/13 at 1:08pm

id assume duck canvas, but havent had the chance to wear mine on really hot days. 

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post #18115 of 20727
1/25/13 at 1:34pm
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Originally Posted by Ambulance Chaser View Post

Thanks for an alternative view. I'm on the slim side of 40R (wear a 38R in several makes/models) so the Epaulet 40R might work. Do you think a 41R would fit you better than the 40R?

I thought about it before ordering factory finds, although more for the chest fit than the shoulders (I sometimes think I'm getting a bit of lapel bowing). I put on both of my existing jackets last night and the fit in the shoulders is right on. I don't have huge shoulders or back, but I work out pretty regularly, so I wouldn't characterize myself as slim in that area either.
Edited by Mr. Six - 1/25/13 at 2:59pm
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post #18116 of 20727
1/25/13 at 2:04pm
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Originally Posted by Spencer View Post

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Khaki....?

khaki isn't a material, it's a color.
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post #18117 of 20727
1/25/13 at 2:17pm



Air Force Flannel and Alden.
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post #18118 of 20727
1/25/13 at 2:29pm
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Originally Posted by Ambulance Chaser View Post

Thanks for an alternative view. I'm on the slim side of 40R (wear a 38R in several makes/models) so the Epaulet 40R might work. Do you think a 41R would fit you better than the 40R?

For what its worth: I too am a 40R in standard sizing (BB, etc.). When I first saw the measurements posted for the Epaulet SCs I thought they must be a bit slim, so I sized up to a 42R. But this was a mistake. I now have a number of other Epaulet SCs in 40R that fit very well. Specific measurements can be made in different ways, so they might not be the best to go off. I find that I do well to just order my true size.
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post #18119 of 20727
1/25/13 at 2:31pm
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Originally Posted by Simplicio View Post

For what its worth: I too am a 40R in standard sizing (BB, etc.). When I first saw the measurements posted for the Epaulet SCs I thought they must be a bit slim, so I sized up to a 42R. But this was a mistake. I now have a number of other Epaulet SCs in 40R that fit very well. Specific measurements can be made in different ways, so they might not be the best to go off. I find that I do well to just order my true size.

I am a true athletic fit (have always been on the "bigger size" as a weightlifter), and I fit my regular size in Epaulet in their jackets (tried on in store...still haven't purchased shog[1].gif) Most should not size up, imo.
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post #18120 of 20727
1/25/13 at 2:33pm
Roguls: If that is whiskey it looks great with the AF flannel.

Anyone else repeatedly looking at the cranberry windowpane SC?
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