The official thrift/discount store bragging thread

[tsaltzma]

Originally Posted by cptjeff

Did you check the pants section? Sometimes suits get separated, but remain together in the same store.
Yes, I always check mens & womens. I did manage to find a pair of pants that matched one Oxxford, but none of the others. Actually, a couple of the stores I frequent keep putting mens shoes in the womens section as well.

 

[Taken Aback]

It's worse when it's a chain thrift in a city of others with central warehouse distribution. If you're unlucky a suit can actually be split by a few miles.

Originally Posted by vinasity

Saving the best for last
Daewoo Convection microwave! $14

Those are the best. Enjoy your browned chicken.

I tend to pass over this stuff in thrifts, since even if you can plug it in, it can be hard to know if it's been repaired or refurbished. Clothes and shoes give that away more easily.

 

[RebelWithACause]

Today

1. Zanella shirt (with blemish), size 16 1/2, does not fit will be up for sale
2. Jos A Bank Signature collection shirt (with blemish), XL, also up for sale
3. Fendi made in Italy pants, fits well.

 

[AlanC]

Seven thrift stores this morning that yielded two pairs of Oxxford trousers (to be sold) and one pair of BB shorts (red with embroidered lobsters). Things are still slow.

 

[83glt]

Originally Posted by frenchy

jesus christ are you over it...dont take it so literall,YES they look almost brand new using the "used shoes scale" have you seen some of the **** that people post where they think they are in good condition? i own MANY pairs of shoes mostly cheaneys,and i know what a sole/heel looks like when you wear it more then once or twice...okay 3 times.satisfied?
I hate it when people just can't admit that they made a bad call with grace.

 

[frenchy]

Originally Posted by 83glt

I hate it when people just can't admit that they made a bad call with grace.

you know whats even worse..."beating a dead horse"

 

[randob300]

Originally Posted by frenchy

you know whats even worse..."beating a dead horse"

You can't exactly call it "dead" when you keep firing back. This is forum thread to discuss thrift finds...if you want everyone to heap praise on every find you've made, it's not going to happen; you have to accept that (and if you're wise, learn from the criticism).

The shoes were ridden hard a put away wet, to stay with the equestrian theme. The market will dictate how often potential purchasers think they were worn. Personally, if I posted those for sale, I would not have said 'worn once' like you did because you just don't know; SF'ers are discerning buyers and don't take kindly to BS.

Relax and good luck with the sale.

 

[frenchy]

Originally Posted by randob300

You can't exactly call it "dead" when you keep firing back. This is forum thread to discuss thrift finds...if you want everyone to heap praise on every find you've made, it's not going to happen; you have to accept that (and if you're wise, learn from the criticism).

The shoes were ridden hard a put away wet, to stay with the equestrian theme. The market will dictate how often potential purchasers think they were worn. Personally, if I posted those for sale, I would not have said 'worn once' like you did because you just don't know; SF'ers are discerning buyers and don't take kindly to BS.

Relax and good luck with the sale.

i agree,moving on...brand new ROYAL SCEPTRES (made by Cheaney for 2 years then discontinued.)new old stock ,made in england of course.i would post the KITON shoes and shirt i got as well but i think NATAKUS head would explode

 

[lilmann40]

wow, great find frenchy.

 

[Nataku]

Originally Posted by frenchy

i would post the KITON shoes and shirt i got as well but i think NATAKUS head would explode


You're too kind. Please don't let your consideration of my well-being keep you from posting such treasures for the rest of SF to see.

 

[Swan Song]

A very butter-soft lambskin leather coat, with detachable, zip-in lining in that brown-black bomber jacket color tradition. Front zip and button. Made for Bachrach.

Thigh length to cover my cold tush next winter.

 

[WRAdvisor]

Nothing too big today, just a J Crew NWT dress shirt (2-ply, 100's) and two Brooks Brothers Makers tie that have in perfect condition. Total investment a little over 6 bucks.

 

[Steve Smith]

Action has been a bit slow. Yesterday I found a Hickey-Freeman dress shirt, an LL Bean OCBD and these three Brooks Brothers ties. Total cost was less than $7.

 

[mystillwater]

love the one on the left. very cool.

 

[SpooPoker]

Originally Posted by mystillwater

love the one on the left. very cool.

+1 if you are selling it, PM me.