Thrifting

[jason_carreira]

@Don did you search the GW for the pants? Maybe it was a suit that was split up

[jonATL]

@JC are you still trying to unload the Hickey Freeman black blazer w/ pewter buttons, 40S? Do you have pics?

[jason_carreira]

@jon Yes, I still have it. I haven't had a chance yet, but I will tonight, along with measurements. I'll hold off on putting it on eBay and put the pics and measurements here.


I don't know if anyone is a size 8.5C shoe, but I also still have the black Timberland moc-toe chukkas that I haven't posted. They're NWOT and very nice. They've made me really want some moc-toe boots but now I'm having a very hard time finding the oiled waxy Sebago Beacons I'm lusting after in my size.

[ZachL]

I could probably fit into a 8.5C, shoot me some pictures. I'm always in the need for some chukkas, although I hardly ever wear black shoes.


Today was a pretty good run - RLPL houndstooth tie with a pink stripe, 2 spring cotton knit ties, a 36R sportcoat with suede elbow patches, ticket pocket, and hacking pockets, some Florshiem shoe trees, and a GANT shirt in my size.

[jason_carreira]

@ZachL Here's the boots:





They're these: http://www.amazon.com/Timberland-Baluster-Mens-Chukka/dp/B003L1ZZ96


brand new, unworn 8.5M


@jonATL Here's the blazer:








Shoulder to shoulder: 18"

Pit 2 Pit: 21"

Across 1st button: 19"

Back from collar to bottom: 29"

Sleeve: 23"


I also have this HF suit that's marked a 37R but measures larger:











Shoulder to shoulder: 18.5"

Pit 2 Pit: 22"

1st button: 19"

Back: 30"

Sleeve: 24"


Pants waist: 17"

Inseam: 29" w/ 1.5" cuff and 1" extra inside

[jonATL]

@JC Thanks for posting, but I just looked at this little thing called a credit card balance, and it told me that I can't buy your jacket. I was kind of counting on getting paid in a timely manner for my Ebay sales, but such is life.


You should probably go ahead and post it.

[jason_carreira]

Unfortunately I can't... stupid eBay... I've hit the category limit for men's clothes. I won't be able to put any more up for at least a couple days. I guess I'm stuck listing up my ties and this pair of shoes (unless anyone wants them)

[john_pepper]

I think my local Value Village has officially lost it. Today I saw a crappy Tommy Hilfiger suit for $80, lame department store shirts for $13, a no-name pilled overcoat for $70 and there a Costco mom jeans-style denim shirt marked higher than Brooks Brothers and a Charles Tyrwhitt. I swear the prices there have gone up 30% in the last 6 months and it's not even worth it anymore.

[jonATL]

If anyone's an 11.5 and into Jcrew's wingtips, this could be a good deal: http://www.askandyaboutclothes.com/f...29#post1261129

[jonATL]

Anyone interested in a gray windowpane Burberrys suit from an upscale men's shop in Atlanta (now closed)? I'll post pics and measurements when I get home (if there's interest), but I'd say it's only a little bit big for me (40S), so it could be a 40R or a 42R??

[jason_carreira]

YES. PICTURES PLZ. Any idea how old?

[jonATL]

I have no idea how old it is, but it is spelled Burberrys, if that matters. Muse's went out of business in the early 90s, I think. I found this bit about the store on SF:


"The holy Atlanta Institution of Muse's is no more - although their empty storefront still exists downtown. The floors above it have been converted to loft apartments/condos/whatever.


There was a time when anyone who was anyone in Atlanta shopped in only one of two places: Muse's for the more exclusive crowd and Rich's for everyone else. Both are now gone. Muse's simply closed, Rich's became Macy's (or if you want my opinion - Macy's Lite)."


I see tags from that shop all the time and usually pass over them. Maybe I should start picking them up.

[jason_carreira]

Yeah, I think Burberry changed from the Burberrys tags in '96 so that makes sense. I'd still like to see pics. How are the lapels? Wide? Low gorge?

[ZachL]

Thanks for the pictures Jason, but I'll have to pass. Those rubber soles look a bit too clunky for my taste. I'm sure someone will snatch them off eBay, if you're ever allow to list more items!

[jonATL]

I also found an immaculate pair of these in 9C: http://www.zappos.com/allen-edmonds-shelton-burgundy-calf-black-calf?ved=0CIEBEL8TMAE&sa=X&ei=WhXpTqNaisy2B72v7M0K


I had a big, big day, and will probably pass along most of this stuff. Pics soon, I promise.