The official thrift/discount store bragging thread

Originally Posted by Trapp

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I've been tested plenty of times, and my prescription has remained the same over the past decade or so.

Great. I just wouldn't want to see anyone sacrificing their health for fashion.

Would love to see pics of the Belvest

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I thought I'd make another submission for the thrifting 'top ten' list. This is the Huntsman sportcoat I picked up last year for $7. I'm virtually certain it belonged to the NYC philantrhopist and former City Councilman Carter Burden http://www.nytimes.com/1996/01/24/ny...-54-dies.html:

Originally Posted by JonHecht

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I also got a nice pair of vintage made in England black Doc Martens, 10 laces. They also fit really well.

Cool. Most of their shoes are made in China now... I found a similar pair a couple months ago. I've been looking for the greasy brown ones too.

I'm heading to Columbus and Cleveland Ohio for business this week. I know where the Goodwills and SA are in Columbus but anyone have any other good places they wish to share?

I'm a 46R, 40 waist, 17.5 shirt, 12 shoe if that makes a difference

Do a real estate search to find wealthy neighborhoods in the area. Not just one or two $1,000,000 + homes, but I'm talking whole neighborhoods/developments. Then, do a search for any thrift/charity shops within a reasonable driving distance of those areas. That'd be my suggestion!

I finally got that FSC suit posted, with some other stuff I've found lately.

I left a bunch of nice stuff behind this weekend because I couldn't deal. Once in a while, that's how it goes. Thrift karma, I hope.

Pair of Ray Ban Drifters in immaculate shape yesterday for $3. B&L lenses and all.

Originally Posted by 83glt

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I thought I'd make another submission for the thrifting 'top ten' list. This is the Huntsman sportcoat I picked up last year for $7. I'm virtually certain it belonged to the NYC philantrhopist and former City Councilman Carter Burden http://www.nytimes.com/1996/01/24/ny...-54-dies.html:

Cool! Definitely going in the next Top Ten thread... this is the first submission of the required 15 for the second round, so... keep 'em coming!

The first round looks like this:

1st Place -- tonylumpkin - Brand new, with trees, never had a foot inside them, pair of John Lobb Matta IIs.

2nd Place -- idfnl - 100% Vicuna single breasted overcoat.

3rd Place -- 3-way tie with less than two days left to vote!

amerikajinda - Brooks Brothers Black Fleece navy blue sportcoat.
greekgeek - Genuine Platinum and 14K gold vintage cufflinks. Mint condition. ca. 1930.
texas_jack - Kiton 100% Cashmere suit.

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Edit2: Actually, why isn't my find of 10 Savile Row jackets listed as a choice?

Originally Posted by JonHecht

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Edit2: Actually, why isn't my find of 10 Savile Row jackets listed as a choice?

Those are going in the next Top 10... sorry -- were they nominated for the first round? I must have missed them...

Originally Posted by EBTX66

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I'm heading to Columbus and Cleveland Ohio for business this week. I know where the Goodwills and SA are in Columbus but anyone have any other good places they wish to share?

I'm a 46R, 40 waist, 17.5 shirt, 12 shoe if that makes a difference

In Columbus, check out the Ohio Thrift Store(s). There's one on East Broad St. in Whitehall that I frequent when I'm in town visiting family, and several others around the city. Hit and miss, but I've found nice stuff. That's actually where I found the pipe I posted here a few pages back.

Love that pipe.

Had a few good finds over the last couple of weeks. Found a bunch of the usual stuff like a Canali shirt, a couple cashmere sweaters etc. Pictured below are a Zegna tie, a Luciano Barbera tie, a Samuelsohn linen sportcoat and a cool Samuelsohn sportcoat with a ticket pocket, hacking pockets, working cuffs and a cool lining. It fits prefectly.

I've also noticed an increase in good stuff lately. Unfortunately just not my size. I rarely find good shoes but in the last couple of weeks I've found 4 pair AE and a cool pair of Churchs lizard monks. A little too pricey at Value Village prices and expensive shipping from Canada to bother trying to flip/trade but good to see nontheless. I've also had a few firsts: the Barbera tie was the first I've ever found as well as a Ricci tie and a Rubinacci tie.

I'm a little late to the game but I nominate the Lobb's as the best find ever. It'll be fun to see what this week brings.
I'll throw my hat in the ring with these:


NWOT Caruso Sartoria Parma wool/cash SC for $9.99 and I don't know if ebay counts but I figure a Phineas Cole cashmere topcoat for $18 is pretty good too.


Are there prizes!?