The Real McCoys
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Could someone with a J-100 offer some sizing advise. I have a buco styleking in a 42 and a mccoy A2 again in a 42. I assume that I would also be a 42 in a J-100 however the measurements on superdenim show the the jacket fits big. For those with a J100 could you tell if you sized down or went TTS.
Thanks
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^ Giving advice on sizing for the j-100 is really difficult. Little known fact that I got from a guy that works at the RMC Tokyo flagship store last time I was there: since 2013 the sizing for the J-100 has changed. I'm a 40 in the old size/cut, which is smaller and tighter, but closer to a 38 in the new cut. People might end up giving sizing advice to you without knowing that this difference even exists!
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Thanks for the heads up, I didn't realise the specs would changed slightly year on year. I was fortunate enough to be in Tokyo to try on the Buco.
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Could someone with a J-100 offer some sizing advise. I have a buco styleking in a 42 and a mccoy A2 again in a 42. I assume that I would also be a 42 in a J-100 however the measurements on superdenim show the the jacket fits big. For those with a J100 could you tell if you sized down or went TTS.
The current model J-100 has a broad shoulder, is TTS around in the chest, and trim around the mid-section. I went with a 42 because, although the shoulder is broader than preferable, the chest and mid section are spot on (and I needed the additional sleeve length). My 42 is approx 21.5 P2P. Here is a photo from last night – over a RMC t-shirt (I am 6'0'' and 175 lbs):
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,,, brain fart ,,,
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The current model J-100 has a broad shoulder, is TTS around in the chest, and trim around the mid-section. I went with a 42 because, although the shoulder is broader than preferable, the chest and mid section are spot on (and I needed the additional sleeve length). My 42 is approx 21.5 P2P. Here is a photo from last night – over a RMC t-shirt (I am 6'0'' and 175 lbs):
Cheers, I think I've decided to go for a 42 as I'm not too far off those stats and if the shoulder is a little wider I can probably layer a ballpark sweat undeneath.
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Got my tees today and I have to say they're pretty spot on.
The fit is just right for me and the fabric is pretty interesting. Pretty regular on the outside and very soft to the touch but has a decent bit of irregularity on the inside. The weight is good too, not too light or heavy.
These rank up there with Tezomeya and TFH tshirts in my opinion.
I still need to try out SG tees, but seeing as the sizing is pretty tiny I probably won't be able to.
i've been sent a large from the nice lads at vintage paradise to try these t-shirts out.
its a good fit now but i understand shrinking is significant in this style so i'm ordering XL.
how have yours washed so far?
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For everyone who missed the 37j1b Zielinski, it will be part of the new SS2014 collection!
too bad they added that patch…
http://www.realmccoys.co.jp/blog/planning_section/2013/12/2014ss.html
i got mine from superdenim so no USN stamp
its a killer jacket will be rocked hard all summer.
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So just a quick review of the Buco Styleking. I purchased this from Tokyo RMC when I was looking for a jacket with a minimal details. The buffalo hide has really moulded well to my arms. Compared to my other leathers, its quite generous on the top half of the arm, so if you work out, it will still be a good fit. The grain on the buffalo hide varies from the arm to the back part of the jacket without being obviously noticeable from a distance.
I currently wear the 42 and as more of a layering piece. For a more comfortable zipped up fit, I would have probably sized up but I normally wear unzipped.
And a fit pic - excuse the un-ironed mccoys sweat
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Wonderful jacket. The Buffalo hide has great texture. Also love the licensed Buco label.
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Sensational
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Thanks guys, looking forward to having a first hand look at the J-100, something about shine of horsehide I really like.
