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    urbanwoodsman
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    Joined: 16 Aug 2011

    I know I'll most likely get a biased answer to this but just wanted to hear your thoughts.

    Which one?

    Spiewak waxed Olive sheep lined N1- made in USA
    (I've seen it in person and it's extremely heavy and very high quality)
    http://www.eastdane.com/waxed-deck-jacket-spiewak/vp/v=1/1523338792.htm?folderID=19184&colorId=34304

    OR

    Iron Heart Olive N1 Jacket
    http://www.ironheart.co.uk/jackets/ihm-03.html

    last edited by 16 Oct 2013, 20:45 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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      rocket
      Joined: 6 Jan 2011

      the IH one and not because I'm biased, what I'm… but since I prefer the look of the IH one, the shape of the arms, the details on the IH one, over the Spiewak and the fact; that the Spiewak one looks fugly in the pics, what prob have a lot to do with the over the moon ugly Levi's the dude in the pic is wearing...

      rocketrocksrox 🤙🏼🤙🏾

      It's all humbug, like everywhere
      R.I.P. Geo

      last edited by 16 Oct 2013, 20:56 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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        Finn666
        Joined: 20 Jan 2011

        well I actually like the collar and the actual fabric of the spiewak a lot more tbh., though the placement and form of the side pockets of the IH one, as well as the inner lining is "better" than on the spiewak…still need to see pics of the inner lining of the spiewak though!

        no big help I know -.-

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          madmonday
          Raw and Unwashed
          Joined: 13 Oct 2009

          think the cut of the IH N1 is nicer, but if you looking to spend less that 25% off that spiewak would be the game changer.

          head high, middle finger higher

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            urbanwoodsman
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            Joined: 16 Aug 2011

            @madmonday:

            think the cut of the IH N1 is nicer, but if you looking to spend less that 25% off that spiewak would be the game changer.

            My buddy gets me 50% off.

            Also, I think the arms on the IH N1 might be too monstrous for me.

            last edited by 17 Oct 2013, 02:32 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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              madmonday
              Raw and Unwashed
              Joined: 13 Oct 2009

              sounds like your mind is made up. you tried on D666s IH N1?

              Hard to say no to 50% off an already well priced item, sh!t that's less than a brand new flannel from many brands.  . .

              head high, middle finger higher

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                urbanwoodsman
                Banned
                Joined: 16 Aug 2011

                @madmonday:

                sounds like your mind is made up. you tried on D666s IH N1?

                Hard to say no to 50% off an already well priced item, sh!t that's less than a brand new flannel from many brands.  . .

                I tried on Megas/d666 N1. It fits well minus the arms. I measured them and they were 29in, the newer N1's arms are almost an inch longer.

                last edited by 17 Oct 2013, 03:29 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                  rocket
                  Joined: 6 Jan 2011

                  if the cut of the IH does not work for you, forget it

                  looked for a better pic of the Spiewak

                  http://sivletto.com/system/search/product.asp?id=8051

                  still think that the arm opening is too wide, but if the cut works for you and with the deal…

                  otherwise, Buzz / Real McCoys, etc...

                  rocketrocksrox 🤙🏼🤙🏾

                  It's all humbug, like everywhere
                  R.I.P. Geo

                  last edited by 17 Oct 2013, 09:33 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                    madmonday
                    Raw and Unwashed
                    Joined: 13 Oct 2009

                    way better fit flick rock(it), the image earlier didn't do the item justice at all.

                    head high, middle finger higher

                    last edited by 17 Oct 2013, 10:21 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                      mclaincausey
                      見習いボス
                      Joined: 12 Apr 2013

                      @Finn666:

                      well I actually like the collar and the actual fabric of the spiewak a lot more tbh., though the placement and form of the side pockets of the IH one, as well as the inner lining is "better" than on the spiewak…

                      Spiewak is lined in sheep, isn't the old IH deck lined in acrylic or an acrylic blend fleece?

                      Think it, be it.

                      last edited by 17 Oct 2013, 11:42 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                        MikeC
                        Banned
                        Joined: 7 Nov 2011

                        ^ correct. The new one is an Alpaca wool blend. Alpaca anything = epic shit, IMO.

                        last edited by 17 Oct 2013, 21:59 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                          simonc
                          Banned
                          Joined: 28 Nov 2010

                          Pike bros have just released a new black N1 which looks pretty tasty.
                          http://pikebrothers.com/product/1944-n1-deck-jacket-faded-black/

                          last edited by 18 Oct 2013, 08:05 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                            mclaincausey
                            見習いボス
                            Joined: 12 Apr 2013

                            Japan Post EMS tracking is saying that an item cleared US Customs in Chicago (departure from inward office of exchange) on the 14th and there have been no updates since. Should I worry yet or contact the vendor?

                            Think it, be it.

                            last edited by 18 Oct 2013, 15:52 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                              tatmantall
                              Joined: 24 Dec 2012

                              I'd give it a few same thing hsppened with my Lofgrens. Chicago is a black hole where crazy things happen. I'm sure they will get to you soon… Or not . :-\

                              "I know to you it may sound strange, but I wish it would rain…"- The Temptations

                              last edited by 18 Oct 2013, 16:11 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                Blackheart
                                Joined: 4 Mar 2011

                                Last Monday was Columbus Day too mac, sit tight. 😉

                                last edited by 18 Oct 2013, 16:16 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                  mclaincausey
                                  見習いボス
                                  Joined: 12 Apr 2013

                                  Thanks guys. I am uncharacteristically anxious about this piece because I fell in love with the first picture of a prototype of it and didn't think I'd be able to get it. I've been working afternoons at home in order to be there for its arrival. Hopefully it lands today, the day I will be at work all afternoon.

                                  Think it, be it.

                                  last edited by 18 Oct 2013, 16:21 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                    Qinhan
                                    啓蒙家
                                    Joined: 22 Oct 2011

                                    Does anyone have any experience wearing RM Williams boots together with a suit?  My old pair of business shoes is falling apart and I'd like to get something in black leather that:

                                    a)  Looks sharp with a suit
                                    b)  Is well made in a country with respect for labour rights
                                    c)  Will last the distance and
                                    d)  Is comfortable.

                                    Any thoughts/experiences/opinions greatly appreciated.

                                    last edited by 19 Oct 2013, 05:47 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                      Snowy
                                      Joined: 15 Jun 2012

                                      At least 1/3 of guys wearing suits in Sydney are in RM Williams boots.

                                      They meet all your criteria AFAIK. I'm 2 years into my pair and can solidly confirm points c & d.

                                      last edited by 19 Oct 2013, 05:57 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                        mclaincausey
                                        見習いボス
                                        Joined: 12 Apr 2013

                                        Classic boots IMO.

                                        Think it, be it.

                                        last edited by 19 Oct 2013, 06:02 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                          Qinhan
                                          啓蒙家
                                          Joined: 22 Oct 2011

                                          Ok, thanks gents.  I'll have to find a store and try on a few pairs.  I gather their sizing is a little odd so I'm very wary about buying online, despite obvious price advantages.

                                          last edited by 19 Oct 2013, 06:27 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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