The official thrift/discount store bragging thread

I am not ashamed to admit I have kept a Robert Stock [COLOR=FF00AA][oops it's Robert Alexander, my bad] [/COLOR]camelhair square-pattern jacket from my earliest Thrift Thread days because it fits, the shoulders are good, it goes with everything, and it's still looking practically new.

That being said, I got a couple titles for our book:

grendel said:

Bert Pullitzer's War on Menswear

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Punching Ron Chereskin in the Face

or

Silvery Five Fingers in GW Stall #3

Here's the rest of the stuff I picked up yesterday, 4 SCs and 2 Suits, same donor as the 7 pairs of Zanellas. Everything is in superb condition.

Hugo Boss , Einstein, SC
Olive Green with Light Bluish "Silvery" Windowpane
Wool, Linen Blend, Non vented
Tagged 42R measures like 44R to 44L


Jom James Innocenti Oro SC
Pale Orange with Beige Windowpane
Wool Linen Blend, Non Vented
Tagged 42R, Measures like 44R-44L




HSM Gold Trumpeter SC
Sand with Beige Windowpane
Wool, Linen Blend, Non Vented
Tagged 42R, Measures like 44R-44L



HSM SC
Beige with Brown Windowpane
Pure New Wool, Non Vented
Tagged 42R, Measures like a 44R-44L




Hugo Boss, Einstein Sigma, Suit
Sand Colored Micro Nailhead
Lightweight Wool, Non Vented
Tagged 42R, Measures 44R-44L 34/31



HSM Gold Trumpeter Suit
Solid Beige Weave
Wool, Non Vented
Tagged 42R, Measures 44R-44L 34/31

Nice haul! That Tom James Innocenti Oro is sick!

When you they measure more like a 44, what does that mean? 23" pit to pit?

grendel said:

Nice haul! That Tom James Innocenti Oro is sick!

When you they measure more like a 44, what does that mean? 23" pit to pit?

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Yep, the typical on these (with little exception) is
Chest 46"
Waist 42"
Sleeve 25"
Shoulder 20"
Length 32"

capnwes said:

Yep, the typical on these (with little exception) is
Chest 46"
Waist 42"
Sleeve 25"
Shoulder 20"
Length 32"

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Darn. Oh, well.

could one of you fine gentlemen get me the paypal shipping link? can't find that f&cker anywhere on that site.



LooknGr8 said:

I am not ashamed to admit I have kept a Robert Stock camelhair square-pattern jacket from my earliest Thrift Thread days because it fits, the shoulders are good, it goes with everything, and it's still looking practically new.
That being said, I got a couple titles for our book:
Punching Ron Chereskin in the Face
or
Silvery Five Fingers in GW Stall #3

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"Van Heusen 417 Ways To Raise Your Blood Pressure"

"My Summer At Haband Camp"

Digmenow said:

"Van Heusen 417 Ways To Raise Your Blood Pressure"
"My Summer At Haband Camp"

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Why do we Axist?

"Bonfire of Savaneties"

Didn't forget to post last night. Got back from visiting D.C. late and then my car seemed to be having some weird issue which thankfully just looks like an exhaust leak (I swear that having a Land Rover has prepared me for being married). In any case, got pictures of the find. Only thing I did notice is that on one of the shoulders/pit area inside needs it's lining restiched before the lining tears down the arm. Thankfully the stitching is coming out cleanly by the seam, so it should probably be free from a tailor you're cool with or about $5-$10 from a cleaners. Pics:




Close up of the pattern and picture of the inner arm/pit area tear:



Looking to hopefully proxy this to someone in the hopes that you all will keep me in mind for any balmorals or something I'm looking for. Otherwise, willing to trade for some 30 pants that are decent, shoes (balmorals preferred) 9-9.5D, or any staple suits from any decent maker. Not really looking to make a bunch of money but if I can't find someone I know in the thread to proxy it to I'll let it go cheap. Gotta get measurements later, have an associate event and whatnot tonight, but it's a 40R and looks to not have been tailored.

Also, damn why are these pics so big? Maybe my office screen is small but the seem huge.

OT, but Gah!

Over 2 weeks later someone wants to return a SC I sold them because it doesn't fit. For you guys who list as no return, what do you say to people in this case? I mean, this is why I include comprehensive measurements.

For your titleing consideration: "Hunt Club, A Waste Of Good Purple Labels"

grendel said:

OT, but Gah!

Over 2 weeks later someone wants to return a SC I sold them because it doesn't fit. For you guys who list as no return, what do you say to people in this case? I mean, this is why I include comprehensive measurements.

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I accept returns, but I do this.

Quote from my listings:

Please refer to the actual measurements of this jacket for proper sizing. The tagged size can often be incorrect due to either post manufacturing alterations or your actual physical measurements. The estimated untagged size is for reference only, please know what measurement requirements you need to fit your frame before bidding. Please feel free to ask any questions.

Plus this Quote from my Terms and Conditions Section:

• Returns are accepted only if the item is not as described in the listing.​
• Items must be returned within 14 business days.​
• Returns on clothing items with detailed measurements are subject to a 10% restocking fee.​
• Buyer pays all return shipping charges, unless I decide otherwise.​
• Please contact me before returning the item, to see if we can work something out.​
• Buyer must supply a delivery confirmation / tracking number for returned packages.​

Checking in from Brazil, this thread moves at a rapid pace! There is no thrifting to be had down here, just good food, weather, and chill people!



concealed said:

Checking in from Brazil, this thread moves at a rapid pace!  There is no thrifting to be had down here, just good food, weather, and chill people!

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sounds awesome.