Random questions to which you seek an answer

[4c]

This may seem like an unusual question, but…

Are there any Japanese brands that make really nice traditional work wear in US sewing shops (made in USA by/for a Japanese company)?

[Anesthetist]

@4c:

This may seem like an unusual question, but…

Are there any Japanese brands that make really nice traditional work wear in US sewing shops (made in USA by/for a Japanese company)?

Pretty sure Post Overalls are a Japanese brand made here.

[Giles]

Anyone got any views on "Badger & Blade"?

[tmg]

@Giles I've browsed Badger and Blade occasionally, but found more interesting/relevant info on The Shaving Room and the Straight Razor Place. What are you looking for?

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[Giles]

They want a pair of jeans to review.  Needless to say they don't want to pay for them, so I'm trying to make my mind up….

[rocket]

did I mention that I write reviews as well…

[Seul]

@Giles:

Needless to say they don't want to pay for them

Fuck 'm.

[seawolf]

Badger and Blade has been around a while and is a comprehensive source of all things manly. I've been on the site lots learning how to wet shave. Haven't been on in a while though.

That's a tough call. Who wouldn't want a free pair of your jeans in exchange for a review?! Do you need a review? Do you want a review?

[Giles]

It's more of a "best jeans around" award ceremony.  I've already said no as I mistrust the objectivity of anything when the stuff is comped.

[seawolf]

Probably the right call.

[Chris]

Agree.  I don't see any upside to giving them a pair of jeans.  Those types of contests always end up with readers arguing about why their favorite brand should have won.

[Megatron1505]

I also review jeans, and have been sent pairs by different brands, all on the proviso that if they suck I will say as much…..and I have.

[tmg]

For the last 3 days I've been unable to see some photos that people have posted, both whilst browsing on Tapatalk and Safari - is anyone else having this issue, and if so, do you know how to fix it?

[Arlo]

Is there any specific use/reason behind the lace-to-toe?

[seawolf]

My understanding is that lace-to-toe provides the ability to get a more secure fit. You can tighten up your laces all the way down the boot.

[gratefulmelon]

If I wear a 9 in Viberg short shifts could I fit a 9.5E in Wesco Jobmaster lace to toe boots?

[Giles]

I would say yes

[gratefulmelon]

Thanks G.

[grabby22]

What metal is used to make the buttons on Iron Heart jeans?

[Seul]

Black metal.