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#1 2011-01-04 10:22:44
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Knockaround shirts
I need some basic solids and stripes for travel and other intensive wear. I'm looking for something better than CT and Lewins that doesn't require a third digit in the price. Any suggestions?
Both Harvie and Hudson and N&L earn high marks for their bespoke offerings: would anyone recommend their ready-made shirts? (H&H's Tyrwhitt-style perma-sale has me worried.)
#2 2011-01-04 10:46:08
- Bishop of Briggs
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Re: Knockaround shirts
I am not a fan of H&H's RTW collar shape but they are miles better than CT or Lewin.
Be careful with N&L as the quality varies. Stick to the traditional collar shape - http://www.newandlingwood.com/category.php?id=1
Hilditch & Key is the main alternative at £51 in the sale - http://www.hilditchandkey.co.uk/shop/index.htm.
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#3 2011-01-04 11:00:13
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Re: Knockaround shirts
The cheapest wearable shirt I've found is T M Lewin - the construction quality gives no cause for complaint (no hanging threads / unravelling etc), the unfused collar and cuffs are a nice touch, and the fit is the best of the ilk for my physique. At ~£25 they're virtually disposable.
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#4 2011-01-04 11:14:08
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Re: Knockaround shirts
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#7 2011-01-06 14:01:36
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Re: Knockaround shirts
If the buttons bothered me I'd replace them with MoP ones from a dead T&A but it always seems like more effort than it's worth.
I don't seem to have issues with shrinkage (it's just cold in here vicar) but then I wash them at 30 and line-dry them.
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#8 2011-01-06 14:42:41
- 4F Hepcat
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Re: Knockaround shirts
I would have thought, a Lands End OCBD at around USD$14.99 in the sales, would make the ultimate knockaround shirt?
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#9 2011-01-07 03:03:59
- JDelage
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Re: Knockaround shirts
The most versatile shirt I own is a light blue oxford semi-spread collar. It can be worn with anything short of formal, with or without tie. It's easy to let hang dry and then wear without ironing too.