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The Tie Bar - Grenafaux Tie

post #1 of 5
12/2/11 at 1:04pm
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Just wondering if anyone had tried out the grenafaux tie, or heard of it. They say it themselves, it's not a real grenadine, but for 15 bucks does anyone think it would be worth it?

http://www.thetiebar.com/order_page.asp?pn=13509&orderPageReturn=%2Fsearch.asp%3Ftarget%3Dgrenafaux%26fr%3D1%26searchType%3D
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post #2 of 5
12/2/11 at 2:03pm
I have a few of their ties from when I was building my wardrobe, and I think that you're better off going elsewhere (ie ebay, SF Buy/Sell forum, Kent Wang, Sam Hober, etc.) for the money. Instead of $15 + $5 ship for a grenafaux, you could save up and get a real grenadine for $75 or $80. The quality will be infinitely better, from the thickness of the silk to its resistance to wrinkling, and the quality of construction. I've handled a Hober grenadine and it's gotta be one of the nicest ties that I've seen/felt. After I bought a Brioni as my first quality tie, I haven't considered Tie Bar.
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post #3 of 5
12/2/11 at 2:20pm
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Originally Posted by unclesam099 View Post

I have a few of their ties from when I was building my wardrobe, and I think that you're better off going elsewhere (ie ebay, SF Buy/Sell forum, Kent Wang, Sam Hober, etc.) for the money. Instead of $15 + $5 ship for a grenafaux, you could save up and get a real grenadine for $75 or $80. The quality will be infinitely better, from the thickness of the silk to its resistance to wrinkling, and the quality of construction. I've handled a Hober grenadine and it's gotta be one of the nicest ties that I've seen/felt. After I bought a Brioni as my first quality tie, I haven't considered Tie Bar.


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I have three ties from Tie Rack and their construction is not particularly durable. Good for a start-up but don't expect much more.Save up to start upgrading from the above recommendations.

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post #4 of 5
12/2/11 at 3:34pm
If you don't want to drop $80+ for a grenadine, consider Paul Winston/Chipp tailor in New York. $55.50 shipped for grenadines, and he's got 12 colors. He doesn't have much of a web presence, can email him but he'll end up directing you to call if you want to order.


As far as the OP, either do a grenadine or not, I wouldn't go for a fake. It won't look right. Might still look decent, but a grenadine it isn't.
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post #5 of 5
12/2/11 at 3:49pm
They are basically textured ties.

They are great for everyday work wear considering the price.
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