The official thrift/discount store bragging thread

[ShayaEXQT]

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and some clothes have the most vile, hidden stains.

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[ShayaEXQT]

I just looked in a Zegna Couture suit i picked up thrifting in London.. it belonged to Stephen Alden

Could it be the same guy as this:


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[Mannix]

Bought these for my dad over the weekend, but they don't fit him "right"...picky bastard. Pendleton blackwatch plaid wool shirt, size L. PRL yellow cotton coat, size L. PRL blue shirt sleeve shirt, classic fit size L. All have very very light use. If you're interested send me a PM...or they'll make it to the B&S or ebay sometime soonish.

 

[threeleggeddog]

I grabbed two items yesterday at a trendy thrift. Prices are usually ridiculously weird, selling higher end designers at the same price as GAP (or maybe they are ridiculously right with regards to similar fabric quality).

In any event, I got a bold blue and white striped GANT blazer, cotton and unstructured, size 50 (perfect fitting), functional cuffs, perfect condition: $22.

I also got a purplish (kind of interesting plum color, which seemed occassional but also kind of rock-and-roll) blazer from Crosby Hallen and Cobb. I know NOTHING about what this brand typically sold for (and if anyone has any input, let me know), but it felt much nicer constructed than anything else they were selling. Regardless, it was interesting and $20. It had a few white (don't want to know) blotches on it, that I think will come out.

So two blazers: $42 total. Not a super steal, but surprising (I thought the shop would have priced these higher, being trendy/hip/etc).

I passed on a pinstripe Theory suit for $40. The blazer fit ok, but the pants were hilarious. Whoever previously owned these things tailored them to super-flare at the bottom. Imagine a grey pinstripe suit, with pants that have a 16" knee and 24+" opening. I can only imagine what this guy looked like when (if) he wore this to work.

 

[SpooPoker]

^ Id be interested to see pictures of that purplish one. Especially if its around a 38 or 40R. Y'know.

 

[MattR]

Some pics of the Zegna PJs. Taken with an Iphone as my cat tried to make his way in, so they are how they are. Just for future reference, is there a tutorial on how to do spoilers?

 

[Brianpore]

A few more things from my Saturday thrift store trip. Got these all posted today in the Suit Megathread Brooks Brothers Blue Blazer 39R ,Brooks Brothers Blue 1/2 Lined Blazer 44S, Hickey Freeman Solid Blue and Solid Gray Blazers 46R and Zegna Blue Blazer 42R

 

[SpooPoker]

Brian - you upload like an animal. You pretty much have the listings complete by the time you get into the car

How is it possible that with efficiency like that you only have 280 feedback on eBay in 10 years?

 

[Nataku]

Picked up a cool early 60's Schwinn Racer today from the thrift. Original black paint in great shape. Tires had air in them and hold it well. $13.

Looks just like this, but has the original black/white seat with the S on it:

 

[MattR]

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[Brianpore]

Brian - you upload like an animal. You pretty much have the listings complete by the time you get into the car

How is it possible that with efficiency like that you only have 280 feedback on eBay in 10 years?

I wish I got more stuff up faster, it takes a ton of time (as you know). Bought 37 items on Saturday and got 27 of them listed already. Need to take the photos, edit the photos, take the measurements, upload the photos and then post everything. The new forum being a lot slower since the update hasn't helped. I really enjoy doing it though and the few extra bucks don't hurt. I've only been thrifting for 2 or 3 months, and half the people don't leave feedback (and a bunch sells here on the forum) which is why its still pretty low. I've had eBay since 16? and just bought stuff here and there for the first 8 years lol. I just wish more people would make offers on things I have listed and I need a damn mannequin.

Here's a teaser for tomorrow


PS - Spoo, what is a realistic price for this Saint Andrews Spa Sportcoat I have? Don't usually deal with that high end of items. Can you PM if you get a sec. Thanks

 

[Cedric]

Real or fake?
Christian Dior, double breasted, wool, navy pinstripe. I have never been a big fan of the brand itself, but this was cheap enough. Plus i absolutely hate the shoulders.
Is it real or fake? Maybe the experts on here can tell.

Few pics

 

[SpooPoker]

^ That CD looks fake, the font and logo are just a bit off from what I can see. At the very best case scenario, its a licensed number with virtually no value.

Spoo, what is a realistic price for this Saint Andrews Spa Sportcoat I have? Don't usually deal with that high end of items. Can you PM if you get a sec. Thanks

Thats a really nice coat. I had a SA 100% cashmere SC last year in a gorgeous gun club. I think I sold it for $125ish.

 

[horse's_ass]

Had some decent luck today:

Couple pairs of Allen Edmonds loafers - a nice pair of Woodstocks (11D) and a pair of Enfields (11D). Also found a pair of Church's driving mocs (10.5) and some black Polo tassel mocs (10.5D).

Also found a Joseph Abboud Plaid "American Soft" blazer (42S) that's still being sold for full price ($495) at Nordstrom. Finally, i swung by TJ Maxx. No Black Fleece or Golden Fleece, but got a really nice Polo madras tie for 10 bucks.

I'll probably keep the Enfields and the Church's and probably the Polo tie, but hit me up if you're interested in any of the other items.

Also, a question:

I found Corneliani DB, roughly a size 41/42. 85% wool, 15% cashmere. It had some pretty pronounced peak lapels and was ventless, so I passed. Is there any value here? The suit was 10 bucks.

 

[California Dreamer]



Picked up a cool early 60's Schwinn Racer today from the thrift. Original black paint in great shape. Tires had air in them and hold it well. $13.

Looks just like this, but has the original black/white seat with the S on it:

Nice bike Nataku. You going to swan around town in it, tootling from thrift to thrift with your wicker basket mounted on the bars? (Forgive my scepticism, but I doubt this "racer" ever saw a velodrome)