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Sam Hober v Ben Silver v Kent Wang(Need pocket square)

lard

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im looking for my next Linen Pokcet square and i want it to be the best quality .
Please, compare between the them.

1) Sam Hober Belgian Linen pocket square :Around 15"
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2) Ben silver - Bottom : Linen pocket square : Around 16"
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3)Kent Wang Linen pocket square : Around 12"
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As a Belgian, I value the support to the last remnant of sartorial industry we have left. That said, I'd choose between the Hober and the Silvers based on which design I'd like to have. I am sure the Wang will be fine quality-wise as well, it's just a tad small for me size-wise.
 

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Originally Posted by RogerC
I am sure the Wang will be fine quality-wise as well, it's just a tad small for me size-wise.

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robin

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If you don't need it asap, get the square from Sam Hober.
 

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I've never cared for these squared off and stitched edges as in the BS picture. Looks aside, it makes handling it a bit more difficult, because you have these heavier weighted ends, and IME it all irons up differently.
 

Sam Hober

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Originally Posted by lard
im looking for my next Linen Pokcet square and i want it to be the best quality . Please, compare between the them. 1) Sam Hober Belgian Linen pocket square :Around 15" 2) Ben Silver - Bottom : Linen pocket square : Around 16" 3)Kent Wang Linen pocket square : Around 12"
Lard, A good question and a little background information and then back to comments by others: 1) Our pocket squares can be made in any size (if we have enough fabric on hand) as they are all custom made. 2) You need to research the quality of the linen fabric. Belgium and western France have the best linen in the world. Ireland does not grow much flax these days... We are clear who makes our linen you should always ask the makers where their flax comes from and where it is woven - if they can't or won't answer that is a red flag which indicates a lower quality of linen. 3) You need to think what type of rolled edge you like. If you don't mind a rustic edge which is not perfectly sewn then most any pocket square will work. Our pocket squares take over two hours to make and have beautiful edges and corners. Again you should be able to ask your makers how long do they take to make one pocket square and are they professionals or hobbyists? 4) Finally how soft do you like your pocket squares as linen/cotton blends are softer than pure linens.
 

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