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

      head high, middle finger higher

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      • mclaincauseyM
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        @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.

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

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

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            • mclaincauseyM
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              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.

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              • tatmantallT
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                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

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

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                  • mclaincauseyM
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                    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.

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                    • QinhanQ
                      Qinhan
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                      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.

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                      • S
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                        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.

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                        • mclaincauseyM
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                          Classic boots IMO.

                          Think it, be it.

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                          • QinhanQ
                            Qinhan
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                            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.

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                            • S
                              Snowy
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                              43 in Birkenstocks ::)
                              8.5UK in Viberg
                              9.5US in Road Champs
                              9.5G (not sure what system they use) in RM Williams

                              HIH.

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                              • QinhanQ
                                Qinhan
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                                Thanks again, Snow.  Unfortunately I don't own any of those other brands making comparisons difficult.  No matter.  I'm happy to spend a bit more to ensure a proper fit by buying instore.  Whatever I get will likely be worn 4-5 days a week so comfort and correct size is going to be really important.

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                                • S
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                                  After the hassles I've had trying to get sizing right, totally understand that. There's nothing like popping into a store and getting an in-store fit 🙂

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                                  • tmgT
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                                    Qinhan, good choice, I've been wearing a pair of  chestnut comfort Crafstmen for work for the last few years and they're very adaptable boots - everything from factory to yard to conference room, and still look good with jeans in the evening!

                                    Sizing is UK, and I would advise trying first because it's a close fit and we all have oddly shaped feet 🙂 I wear 9.5G in these, but I may opt for a 10 in my next pair as they sometimes feel a bit tight (apparently your shoe size can change as you age due to foot splay or something), however I wear a UK 10 in Viberg's and US 10.5 in Red Wing's.

                                    One last point, I chose the 'comfort' Craftsmen rather than the standard because it had the non-slip oil resistant sole, and the comfort insole, all of which help if you're on your feet a lot in a colder climate (I'm in the UK, but spend a lot of time in Scandinavia and Europe).

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                                    • QinhanQ
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                                      Very useful information.  Thanks TMG.

                                      I had my eye on the craftsment so that info about the insole and non-slip sole is very good.  I'll be sure to check out the "comfort" version of these.

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                                      • tmgT
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                                        ^ No problem, glad to help.

                                        As testament to how good these are, both my wife and brother bought a pair on the strength of  my recommendation 🙂

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                                          I too wear the comfort version.

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                                          • mclaincauseyM
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                                            Snowy, we're the same shoe size. Filing that away 😉

                                            Think it, be it.

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