Could you explain what a "reinforced" 2x1 is?

Last edited by Horace (2006-09-28 01:09:31)

Imagine you have a 150's 2x1 cloth, and a cloth of the same weight  made of shorter, 100's fibers, twisted 2X2. Is the 2X2 more durable and expensive to produce in this example? I tend to think the answer is no... and that ultimately length of fibers and how many of them are weaved per unit area are the deciding factors. But better not to dwell too much on the numbers, best is to follow FNB's strategy, go out there, feel the cloth, and ask the good tailors about the cloth's long-term performance.

Last edited by Cruz Diez (2006-09-28 05:03:40)

"Is the 2X2 more durable and expensive to produce in this example?"

Durable and expensive to produce may not be compatible objectives in this case. I believe the 2x2 will have more abrasion resistance.

The premium cost of the raw 150's material would make the cloth more expensive even if less is used.

This is a informative thread and should keep going. What maker carries the best choices for midnight blue smoking jacket cloth?

Can a member here opine on fresco cloth? I wanted to know if it was hard wearing or required a second pair of trousers.

Thanks in advance

Ziggy

Loro Piana is a large company with a vast selection of cloth, with qualties ranging from so-so to excellent. While I don't find this ideal, they produce for different levels in the market.  I would recommend not to overlook Loro Piana, some of their cloths are comparable or even better that  Barbera or Lesser (fleeing the stage to avoid being hit by a raging crowd).

Barbera makes world class cloth. Loro Piana makes world class cashmere. Unfortunately, they also sell other stuff.

Last edited by Marc Grayson (2006-11-02 19:11:57)