Nice but etiquette guy’s etiquette.
I was probably the biggest culprit of posting items under auction until
I bowed to peer pressure and was made to see reason. We have tried sizes on signatures
Maybe we should think about a data base posted on here with likes, sizes etc
For all members inclined to do so. That way if you spot something that isn’t your size
You can offer it in a pm to a brother. What do you think?
^ I'd second that. It should be a sticky.
I'd be gutted if that Sero was in my watchlist and then it popped up here.
Oh. Didn't think of that. Will send messages from now on, thanks for telling me.
Last edited by Worried Man (2013-07-19 06:07:24)
Anyone on here have their feet bound as a nipper?
If so, then the best item of footwear EVER could be yours:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Red-Wing-Boots-Redwing-/190885043694?pt=UK_Women_s_Shoes&hash=item2c71a29dee
^
Awwww. How cute.
Gutted that this is too small for me, but one of you smaller chaps might be interested.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VINTAGE-60s-VAN-HEUSEN-417-HOUSE-OF-LORDS-VTAPER-PLAID-IVY-SHIRT-EXC-S-/330979807615
Wish this were a size smaller -
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage1950s-Pendleton-Hunting-Blazer-Jacket-Mackinaw-Style-Matched-Pockets-/261268333872
Odd because I've got an early '60s Pendleton 49er in a Medium that fits smaller than this one.
The same seller has got something which I've never seen before and find very odd... a short sleeve WOOL Pendleton button down. 100% wool and short sleeves?? Anyone care to wager a guess as to what purpose that could have possible served, or under what circumstance and climate it would have seemed appropriate?
I've seen a few. They're not uncommon.
Pendleton being primarily a maker who catered for those who live the outdoors life, I would presume the short sleeve wool shirt is essentially casual outdoor active wear.
In the right conditions Wool would outperform Cotton because Wool is as breathable as Cotton, it is obviously warmer than Cotton and it's ability to wick away moisture and dry more quickly make it s far better bet in certain circumstances.
If it's a cool day, but not cold, you have some hiking or scrambling to do (so you'll be sweating) but when you stop or reach your destination (fishing spot, camp site, summit) you don't want to be chilled in the cool air, Wool is the choice.
I would recommend one Oliver if you're planning any more hiking expeditions between now and October. Tis the season for short sleeve Pendleton.
But flannel wool??
I could never imagine wearing a short sleeved heavy flannel shirt even if hiking in the fall. The trick is to layer and to wear breathable fabrics that won't get completely disgusting if you break a sweat. I'd sooner wear cotton with a shell over top than s/s flannel, even in the high Sierras in October. That just doesn't sound comfortable at all.
If you're interested though, there's a good looking vintage Pendleton button down with a decent roll on the 'Bay right now.
I dunno what the climate is like in the hills you're talking about Oliver but in the UK, like in many places in the US you can do yourself some serious harm wearing a cotton base.
Cotton holds moisture like very few things can.
The expression used by hill walkers is 'On the Hills, Cotton Kills'.
And it's true!
Last edited by Oliver (2013-08-20 08:20:33)
Merino wool base layer Oli, never cotton - if not merino then man made fibres.
Had a watch on a few short sleeves myself, but never bought them.
I've had two Pendleton boardshirts that were wearable next to bare skin. The others are too rough.
Here's another thought then. Pendleton saw a gap in the market for short sleeve shirts in their trademark cloth. Maybe they were popular. Probably not though.
I guess you've all seen this by now...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/1920s-1930s-Brooks-Brothers-linen-2-3-button-roll-sack-suit-Palm-Beach-/181196154381
I'm also tempted to bid but the Japanese ivy guys are already hip to this one so I'll let it ride; I bet it sells for $450-500, which isn't unreasonable!
How do you know the Japanese are hip to it?
Check out the questions at the bottom of the listing and you'll see the Japan shipping inquiries. It'll surely sell for a mint; must be the post-Gatsby hype!
A friend made a good point though - I'd be suspicious of 100 year old linen because unless it's been in cold storage all these years, it must be deteriorating.
Last edited by Oliver (2013-08-20 11:07:04)