Film Noir Buff Style Forum / The Perfect Gray Sweat

Liam Mac · 2012-06-08 08:54:01

I'd also like to see what people have been doing on this front. It's a shame Paul's not about as he loved this sort of malarky and knew his stuff.

Welcome to the forum Captain. If I had moderator privileged I'd change your tag to 'pube head' as a sign of acceptance. Have fun.

Thee Captain · 2012-06-08 09:08:47

Ta very Mr Liam... I have enjoyed your work Sir! I've been wanting to "explode" onto the forum for some time but never got round to it...but since my 'petit brun' biccie fell off into my cup of rosie a short time back, I've pretty much downed tools at work in protest - whilst said fancy is a tres tasty morsel, it's dunkability is truly shite!!

Liam Mac · 2012-06-08 09:21:05

Like I said. Have fun Pube Head.

Leer R. · 2012-06-08 12:05:07

The Woolster · 2012-06-11 02:44:55

CaptainMaddox · 2012-06-11 03:24:13

Leer R. · 2012-06-11 07:17:41

Woolster and Captain, I would prefer it a bit shorter, too - "your" short, Captain - I know what you mean - yes it's a bit long, but I can handle it... But it shouldn't be ANY longer, even an inch would be fucking too long. I guess between 2 and 4" shorter would be perfect. But anyway, it is as it is - other than that it fits perfectly and has a very good quality - and as with all LE stuff I didn't pay the full price, so.. whatever. I like it. Great fabric, great colour... and not baggy.

Thee Captain · 2012-06-11 08:54:57

Ah, The Woolster... Bon apres midi to ya...

Ta very for the update.. I mentioned the Velva Sheen to Adam in American Classics last time I popped in, mentioning The Bureau etc. but have heard no more... they seem to be quite thee elusive sweat...

I've since noted that although they don't seem to have any "sweats" on sale, 'Couverture & The Garbstore', a-hem... (Ed - Eh? You what?... you what??... you what you what you what?!?!?!?) do some of their stuff so may pop in and demand "satisfaction" as it's in my manor... by the sound of 'em I may at the very least come away with a bonnet or summat, so worth thee constitutional...

And yup - I've had a look at those LVC ones and agree.... think they're just trying too hard on this one to make it look like they found it in Potsie's/Ralph Malph's locker...

Turning to Leer R, young fella me lad...that LE one looks decent enough but agree with my fellow Cap'n Maddox on the length - how tall are ya if you don't mind me asking? I'd need at least a Large so could well be keepin' me patellas warm I fear...

Reigning Champ seem to be another make that needs looking at too...

Leer R. · 2012-06-11 09:15:41

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Thee Captain · 2012-06-11 09:26:49

Leer - 175 cm?? I've only the one ruler so thank heavens for Google.....so almost 5 ft 9" in old money....Mmmm...maybe worth a punt then....

Ta

adam! · 2012-06-11 09:55:06

http://www.goodwear.com/long-sleeve-crewneck-sweatshirt/

Goodwear might be another to throw in to the mix. No v, but they do have long, holdback cuffs which are a nice period detail. Made in USA and don't charge heritage brand prices which is nice.

Liam Mac · 2012-06-11 11:39:39

Nice! It doesn't have the notch on the neck that I like but a great price and US made is always good news. I really like the waist band and cuff width. I may well order a couple come pay day. Thanks Adam.

BTW I apologise Captain for my snarky sarcy welcome. I honestly thought you were a troll seeing as your first post came half way through one of Jims crusades against THAT blog and read rather like previous troll messages. Sorry about all that and for calling you pube face. The welcome and have fun were meant though. Even if you are trolling I really hope you do have fun.

Thee Captain · 2012-06-11 14:25:50

I am many things Liam (Pube Head included...) but honest guv...I ain't no Troll!
I also can see how my general patois may make me appear a complete and utter twat to the uninitiated.. but I'm a gobby shite and of the persuasion that why use one sentence when you can write your life story?!?!?

I don't keep us with things on here as regularly as I'd like so was unaware of any recent grief - and so can only emphasise to you all/Jim I have nothing but admiration for this forum!

Back to the sweat then and I'n down with Liam on the Goodyear - just missing that V on the neck but otherwise, it deffo ticks all the boxes!

Seems excellent for the moolah...

One For Bop · 2012-06-11 15:01:16

You actually live in a manor? ....wow

Liam Mac · 2012-06-11 17:09:28

Well it sounds like you will be a great poster then Captain. Everyone loves a gobshite.

JDelage · 2012-06-12 10:44:06

If you are willing to splurge:

http://www.ironheart.co.uk/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=330

Thee Captain · 2012-06-12 14:02:36

Phwoarrr... I like that one JDelage....the 2 tone thing's like the recent Buzz Ricksons which were ace in the red/green colours....

I like the way they divert you from the price with the FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE... I almost added it to my cart like a man possessed...

Thee Captain · 2012-09-24 07:59:23

And on the Wolsey thread still...just stumbled across this:

http://www.wolsey.com/Products/LD621_GRY/grey-long-sleeve-cotton-fleece-crew-neck-sweatshirt

Anyone seen these in the flesh?

12BarBlues · 2012-09-24 08:09:02

I picked up a Dickies sweatshirt at JS on Saturday, just a small label sewn on to the hem which was easily removed and now it's perfect, only cost £45.

Thee Captain · 2012-09-24 08:15:11

I found them a bit long for my liking...and I seem to recall they don't have the v front??

CaptainMaddox · 2012-09-24 08:55:03

Pike Brothers gets my vote.

70 from Aero.

12BarBlues · 2012-09-24 08:58:51

They do have the v front mine seems a normal length too, I'll have to check now lol

Thee Captain · 2012-09-24 09:05:28

Actually..maybe the Dickies did have the V?...but did think it a bit long....or did I?!??!?!

I've a Pike Bros Cap'n Maddox but it went tits up after washing...all saggy...much like meself...

Buzz Rickson still rule for me here but that does put up the price range..
They keep their shape mind...

Thee Captain · 2012-09-24 09:09:19

12 Bar - this it?

http://www.numbersixlondon.com/dickies-grey-melange-washington-sweat

T'is a V...but maybe an arse warmer.....?

12BarBlues · 2012-09-24 09:49:33

That's the one. Buzz ricksons sweats are a weird shape, very short in the body and slightly shorter at the back than the front, I couldn't get on with the fit at all. Great quality though.

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