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Crate Denim

Johnny5

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seriously even before the CvF issues, i've already seen threads bashing crate's quality. Really hope those guys can change their sewing plant or something.
 

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There are really cool images up on secretservice's blog of upcoming crate stuff:
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This stuff looks great. Anyone have experience with Crate's non-denim goods?
 

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I've got a pair of Crate Chambray Pants. The fabric is wonderful, super lightweight chambray. I've had no real problems with the construction, but they definitely aren't the same quality as KMW. Crate does use felled seams, crotch patches, tailored belt loops, and hidden rivets (Fall 09), so the design is great, but they definitely have a problematic factory though.
 

djh

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Dude.. I emailed them so many times when they first posted them on their blog. Always said they'd get them next week or something, still want a pair :/
 

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Revolve might have some crate jeans for sale, albeit in very very limited sizes.
 

itsjustadrian

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Originally Posted by ToruOkada
There are really cool images up on secretservice's blog of upcoming crate stuff:
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This stuff looks great. Anyone have experience with Crate's non-denim goods?

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Both the chambray and chino look great.
 

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FYI, just put up some Crate vs Farinellis in B&S...see sig
 

itsjustadrian

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Kay guys, it's been about 6 months now since these were released for S/S '09. Let's see some evo pics. As soon as I find my camera, I'll post my slightly worn in Routes. I wore them about 3-4 times a week so it won't be as extreme as other posters.
 

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i just got some raw selvege crate jeans and the waistband is pulling off (2 weeks old). The stitching failed.

How to fix?

Secret service wont email back..
 

theom-

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It's the chainstiching. Chainstichting is overrated to the point it is not funny. Ity unravels if one part of the stich is broken. Anways: Crate Routes 4 Months 1 Soak As I expected, not much contrast.
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itsjustadrian

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I bought these in late march and I usually wear them about 3-4 times a week. I don't do any hardcore activities with them so maybe that's why it's taking so long to get signs of extreme wear.
 

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