A Sam (and David) Hober Tie Appreciation Thread

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@Claghorn, do you remember what tie the first slate gray one is? Looks sharp!

 

[Claghorn]

@Claghorn, do you remember what tie the first slate gray one is? Looks sharp!

Not a clue :-/

But it’s from years ago.

 

[Encathol Epistemia]

I first patronized Sam Hober almost three years ago when I needed a bowtie to wear to a wedding; it was a thrill to find them, because they were just the sort of enterprise that I feel most comfortable patronizing. Since then, I've placed occasional further orders and lately begun replacing my necktie 'collection', granted haphazardly over the years by my late grandmother, with something of higher quality. (My grandmother had a good eye for patterns and colors, but it's all department store stuff, so the quality tends to be wanting)

I've found myself becoming especially fond of the Mudmee Silks, which I was a little put off by at first, but became intriguing and are rather more fascinating and striking in person than they appear on screen. I was in fact prompted to contribute to this thread because an order came today that included a mudmee silk necktie that actually sort of stunned me when finally had a good look at it. It's described as, "Yellow Gold on Blue with a touch of Pink Mudmee Silk Tie #MUT-30," but in person has a wonderful shimmering quality that was a genuine surprise.

It's the one at the far right in the below image; the one immediately to its right came in the same order while the other two are from prior orders. (I'm a lousy photographer and this was done with an iPad, but it actually captured some of the shimmering effect that so struck me)

(Larger, most conspicuously photographically inferior, version here)

I want at least one more of these and there are a few pocket squares that I've been keenly eyeing.

 

[SJR3]

I first patronized Sam Hober almost three years ago when I needed a bowtie to wear to a wedding; it was a thrill to find them, because they were just the sort of enterprise that I feel most comfortable patronizing. Since then, I've placed occasional further orders and lately begun replacing my necktie 'collection', granted haphazardly over the years by my late grandmother, with something of higher quality. (My grandmother had a good eye for patterns and colors, but it's all department store stuff, so the quality tends to be wanting)

I've found myself becoming especially fond of the Mudmee Silks, which I was a little put off by at first, but became intriguing and are rather more fascinating and striking in person than they appear on screen. I was in fact prompted to contribute to this thread because an order came today that included a mudmee silk necktie that actually sort of stunned me when finally had a good look at it. It's described as, "Yellow Gold on Blue with a touch of Pink Mudmee Silk Tie #MUT-30," but in person has a wonderful shimmering quality that was a genuine surprise.

It's the one at the far right in the below image; the one immediately to its right came in the same order while the other two are from prior orders. (I'm a lousy photographer and this was done with an iPad, but it actually captured some of the shimmering effect that so struck me)

(Larger, most conspicuously photographically inferior, version here)

I want at least one more of these and there are a few pocket squares that I've been keenly eyeing.

These are all Hober ties?

 

[Encathol Epistemia]

These are all Hober ties?

Oh, yes, from left to right they are Red, Black, Yellow Gold & Dark Brown (MUT-7), Red & Yellow Gold on Black (MUT-9), Purple, Yellow & White on Royal Blue (MUT-68) and, as aforesaid, Yellow Gold on Blue with a touch of Pink (MUT-30).

 

[ericgereghty]

Sure they're all of the highest quality, but I do not like those at allllll.

 

[Mr. Six]

Not my taste for ties, either, but I always think the fabrics are cool, and I'm glad someone enjoys having them made up as ties.

 

[Caustic Man]

Gotta make what sells. And flashy ties sell. Whatever keeps Hober doing well and supplying me with repp striped ties is okay by me.

 

[ericgereghty]

Considering I'd 100% be fine with some derivation of solid black/burgundy/grey/navy ties, I think it's safe to say no proprietor should heed my advice lol.

 

[SJR3]

Oh, yes, from left to right they are Red, Black, Yellow Gold & Dark Brown (MUT-7), Red & Yellow Gold on Black (MUT-9), Purple, Yellow & White on Royal Blue (MUT-68) and, as aforesaid, Yellow Gold on Blue with a touch of Pink (MUT-30).

Cool. Definitely not my cup o' tea, but like others have said, I'm glad Hober accommodates all tastes and styles.

 

[starro]

Jeez people, way to rain on a new member's parade. He's showing appreciation for a talented craftsman who charges fairly for his work, so no need to make a post just to say you disagree with his tastes.

Unless you want to engage in a substantive discussion on fabric, the condescension is totally uncalled for IMO. Unless you think your opinion is so important that the whole world needs to know...

 

[ericgereghty]

Jeez people, way to rain on a new member's parade. He's showing appreciation for a talented craftsman who charges fairly for his work, so no need to make a post just to say you disagree with his tastes.

Unless you want to engage in a substantive discussion on fabric, the condescension is totally uncalled for IMO. Unless you think your opinion is so important that the whole world needs to know...

Lol. Cool story dudeski. Curious to see where this alleged condescension occurs.

 

[am55]

Oh, yes, from left to right they are Red, Black, Yellow Gold & Dark Brown (MUT-7), Red & Yellow Gold on Black (MUT-9), Purple, Yellow & White on Royal Blue (MUT-68) and, as aforesaid, Yellow Gold on Blue with a touch of Pink (MUT-30).

I would be curious to see them in a fit, if you care to take some photos. Interesting patterns and always have been curious about this mudmee stuff.

 

[starro]

Lol. Cool story dudeski. Curious to see where this alleged condescension occurs.

Curious how you thought I was addressing you personally. Funny ain't it?

And to answer your question: Even though we have never met, for this Valentine's I present you the gift of self-awareness.

 

[SJR3]

Man, sometimes this forum really needs a “dislike” button.