The Official Thrift / Discount Store Bragging Thread Part III (Sept 2018-)

[impuntura]

Couple of months back a guy from the states was caught doing 120 mph in a 120 km zone because he was unaware of the metric system .

 

[greekgeek]

Does anyone else think we are in the golden age of CD thrifting? Typically $0.50 a pop and the shelves are constantly loaded.

I just now realized this Billy Joel pick up only has one of the 2 CDs present. Thank goodness it's Disc One!

 

[Letric]

Does anyone else think we are in the golden age of CD thrifting? Typically $0.50 a pop and the shelves are constantly loaded.

I just now realized this Billy Joel pick up only has one of the 2 CDs present. Thank goodness it's Disc One!

Yep in my experience thrifting... Whatever amasses in large quantity and can be bought cheaply... eventually becomes collected, becomes more scarce and valued.. and then it's not there anymore.

When I started thrifting I remember Nintendo 64's were pretty common to see.. You'd see maybe 1 or 2 a day at least. Now I maybe see 1 per year if that. Same with Playstation 2's.. I remember seeing STACKS of them stacked on top of eachother for $10.. GW couldn't get rid of em. Now they're scarce and sought after.

Media is going that way now - DVDs, CD's... They'll eventually become scarce and we'll barely see em. Society is shifting to a more "on demand" media consumption so hard media will become antiquated and only really for niche collectors at some point.

There's also a movement starting towards "digital hoarding" right now. As media conglomerates pressure the market and remove more and more content across the internet for "Copyright" issues that will make original authentic media more scarce and collected. That's how Viacom and others want it.

You can already experience it - Say you want to watch a movie ... You either have it on DVD, Blue Ray, etc or you don't and have to go rent it from Amazon or w/e for $3.99. OR you watch it on another paid service... That will become more and more frequent with things until "They" have secured all popular media and "We" are forced to pay out the ass for it.

 

[greekgeek]

Yep in my experience thrifting... Whatever amasses in large quantity and can be bought cheaply... eventually becomes collected, becomes more scarce and valued.. and then it's not there anymore.

When I started thrifting I remember Nintendo 64's were pretty common to see.. You'd see maybe 1 or 2 a day at least. Now I maybe see 1 per year if that. Same with Playstation 2's.. I remember seeing STACKS of them stacked on top of eachother for $10.. GW couldn't get rid of em. Now they're scarce and sought after.

Media is going that way now - DVDs, CD's... They'll eventually become scarce and we'll barely see em. Society is shifting to a more "on demand" media consumption so hard media will become antiquated and only really for niche collectors at some point.

There's also a movement starting towards "digital hoarding" right now. As media conglomerates pressure the market and remove more and more content across the internet for "Copyright" issues that will make original authentic media more scarce and collected. That's how Viacom and others want it.

You can already experience it - Say you want to watch a movie ... You either have it on DVD, Blue Ray, etc or you don't and have to go rent it from Amazon or w/e for $3.99. OR you watch it on another paid service... That will become more and more frequent with things until "They" have secured all popular media and "We" are forced to pay out the ass for it.

PS2 is bringing money now?? Wow, times they are a changing...

 

[Centaurus3200]

Any tips for removing stains from an Hermes tie?

honestly, just start with a clean wash cloth and cold water. gently wipe. you'd be suprised how effective. i think because silk fibers are rather slippery? so, i've clean many a tie stain with just cold water and a clean wash cloth.

 

[Juntao90]

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[wumpyfish]

Depends on the stain, however, I bought a stained Hermes(Le Carnaval de Venise) scarf on eBay solely based on price hoping I couldn't get the stains out so I cut and sew it into a pocket square I wanted to make. Tried the method below exactly except use baby shampoo and it worked! No square but future gift for ms. fish

How to wash your Hermes silk scarf

I've been asked many times how I care for my Hermes scarves, and since I know no one who is such an expert on the subject or so skilled ...

www.maitaispicturebook.com

 

[JohnAAG]

Posting this for my friend. I’m not that familiar with all the little details about Levi’s, but wondering if this is a special piece or just average? Has 347 on back of rivets.

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Same one I have! Early to mid 60s based on the yellow stitching. Mine is a late 60s version (orange stitching). Nice find!

 

[Juntao90]

Was not me who found it @JohnAAG but thanks! Lol

 

[double00]

Same one I have! Early to mid 60s based on the yellow stitching. Mine is a late 60s version (orange stitching). Nice find!

the rivet stamps are a factory id .

you don't see the 3 digit numbers until the late 60s afaik plus i've never heard of a *347* stamp , most start with 5** .

 

[Juntao90]

Not sure tbh @double00 but some quick google searches are finding some of them.

 

[JohnAAG]

the rivet stamps are a factory id .

you don't see the 3 digit numbers until the late 60s afaik plus i've never heard of a *347* stamp , most start with 5** .

I don't know about the 347, but the combo of the yellow thread and the smaller label at the neck makes me think it couldn't be older than 68.

@Juntao90 Heddels has a good starter guide on how to date the jackets.

How to Date and Value Vintage Levi's Type I, II, and III Denim Jackets

The ultimate guide to determining the age and value of vintage Levi's denim jackets. Follow along to see the worth of your Type I, II, and III.

www.heddels.com

But I think you nailed it with that ebay one. I looked it up and it also has the smaller neck label with only the "Size" marking in red.

 

[double00]

Not sure tbh @double00 but some quick google searches are finding some of them.

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i don't doubt the authenticity . my point is that it's not an earlier vintage , it would have been made after levi's expanded their factories .

 

[starwarsocean]

Big susu pickup at one spot- 6 blazers in total, 1 totally NWT, 1 tweed & 1 linen plus a pair of Spier & Mackay trousers to boot

 

[eddiegreen]

Favourite bits from the last few weeks

TF Gucci mohair

SEH Kelly cashmere

Iron Heart Duck Type 3

Real McCoys Corduroys

60s Rayon Japan

1958 Belgium