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greater than the nearest integer to the number of times kiton has been mentioned in this thread divided by 400.
So the valuation is 4 digits, thus less than $10,000.
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here you go http://nycthrift.com/
Found a mint condition, fully canvassed midnight blue tux made by Lloyd Bros. in Toronto, unfortunately too big for me (at least a 44 or 46), up for grabs.
So, awhile back I promised a wedding day thrift fit pic. And here it is
Suit: Old school BB 346 3-piece sack suit. Got it from Newton Street Vintage for a song. One of my best investments.
Tie: JAB pindot, bought on sale
Shirt: PRL Regent from TJ Maxx
Shoes: AE something I can't remember. From Nordstrom Rack.
Went at lunch... Didn't end up with anything but a weird story
Guy: You look just like a lawyer, man
Me: Hey! That's not very nice (smiling) (Sorry, lawyers!)
... some back and forth... apparently he likes public defenders...
Me: I build software
Guy: Oh, you've got a good job then
Me: It's okay, depends on the day
... he slides up next to me and lowers his voice...
Guy: Ever do any hacking? Can you hack the DMV?
Me: No, I just build it. Never done any hacking, it's too dangerous
Guy: Okay, they've got this thing with DUI's now and I need someone to clear it. I'd pay good money.
Bah!
Maybe it's meant to be worn as a 3-roll-1?
Time to change things up a bit. I think it's alright to post this here - it was bought in pieces off of eBay and paid for with thrift funds, so I think that fits in with the theme of the thread. Plus it seems like there are enough bike enthusiasts here that won't mind. My (finally completed) new (to me) ride:
Right now I have it set up as a FSSS (full-suspension single-speed). Will possibly make it geared in the future, but so far I'm diggin' this.
Parts list for those that are interested:
2010 Turner Sultan frame with Fox RP23 rear shock
Chris King ISO/Stans Crest/DT Swiss spokes wheels
Fox F29 120mm Fork
Chris King bottom bracket
Chris King headset
XTR M970 crankset
Maxxis Ignitor tires
Thomson seatpost and stem
Race Face Atlas carbon handlebar
Formula R1 brakes and rotors
Selle Italia Carbonio SLR saddle
Retail Value: ~$7000
Total investment: ~2500
Not sure what the technical name for this jacket is...any help would be great. No zipper only buttons. Button rain coat? No other tags to be found.