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Post by jjflash on Nov 2, 2015 11:27:47 GMT -6
Got the tri blend tshirt 3 pack in. Like them, the colors look good, the fit is a touch smaller and the material a touch thinner than a comparable American Apparel t but not enough for concern. The good news about the fit is that it is totally consistent with my heavyweight indigo vneck t. Consistency is good. I think the tshirts are a winner for G and I'm looking forward to my next 3 pack (Pignment dyed vnecks)
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Post by mkeview on Nov 11, 2015 12:24:38 GMT -6
Just got my eucalyptus chinos. They were a little delayed because of some defect. I love the color and I think they look better than the pictures. I must admit for taking extra time they are at the very smallest edge of tolerance at the waist and thigh. I'm lucky that 33 chino slim cuts fit me a little loose and I can
Manage but still considered returning them.
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Post by cellbitch on Nov 14, 2015 19:42:07 GMT -6
Got the monster twill chinos yesterday. They are maybe my favorite G purchase to date. Heavy, but with a nice drape. And they are so nice to touch.Like the chino version of the IH 21 oz denim. I think I'm going to like them better than my IH-707s, if that's possible. They feel like a fine wale corduroy cut on the bias, almost.
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Post by bugula on Nov 25, 2015 11:39:15 GMT -6
just got my first G shipment in a while...the natural heavyweight belt. i have the brown heavyweight belt which is a really nice piece...this...this.....thing...on the other hand is a pork rind. dried out piece of thin crappy leather. not sure if natural's were always this poor quality or if their belts have gone downhill but this has completely turned me off of them.
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Post by bentin on Nov 25, 2015 11:59:32 GMT -6
just got my first G shipment in a while...the natural heavyweight belt. i have the brown heavyweight belt which is a really nice piece...this...this.....thing...on the other hand is a pork rind. dried out piece of thin crappy leather. not sure if natural's were always this poor quality or if their belts have gone downhill but this has completely turned me off of them. I'm sure you know this, but @stevekas and Marshdown do a hell of a job on belts. Wearing one today, and it's a great piece. |
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Post by bruns on Nov 25, 2015 12:04:28 GMT -6
just got my first G shipment in a while...the natural heavyweight belt. i have the brown heavyweight belt which is a really nice piece...this...this.....thing...on the other hand is a pork rind. dried out piece of thin crappy leather. not sure if natural's were always this poor quality or if their belts have gone downhill but this has completely turned me off of them. I have the same belt; maybe you got a dud? Mine is incredibly thick. Slightly more so than my Corter belt. I just ordered the wrong size, otherwise I'd be wearing it all the time. (Thought it is a bit too wide for my tastes; no idea why it's not 1 1/2". |
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Post by devastitis on Nov 25, 2015 12:06:22 GMT -6
just got my first G shipment in a while...the natural heavyweight belt. i have the brown heavyweight belt which is a really nice piece...this...this.....thing...on the other hand is a pork rind. dried out piece of thin crappy leather. not sure if natural's were always this poor quality or if their belts have gone downhill but this has completely turned me off of them. I have a regular G natural belt, and I'm not very fond of it either. My favorite G belts are the CXL #8 belt and Brown CXL belt. My G black roller belt is pretty nice too. |
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Post by exophobe on Nov 25, 2015 12:06:42 GMT -6
just got my first G shipment in a while...the natural heavyweight belt. i have the brown heavyweight belt which is a really nice piece...this...this.....thing...on the other hand is a pork rind. dried out piece of thin crappy leather. not sure if natural's were always this poor quality or if their belts have gone downhill but this has completely turned me off of them. You show me yours I'll show you mine. I like my brown quite a bit more than the natural, but they're both great belts. |
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Post by bugula on Nov 25, 2015 12:38:47 GMT -6
just got my first G shipment in a while...the natural heavyweight belt. i have the brown heavyweight belt which is a really nice piece...this...this.....thing...on the other hand is a pork rind. dried out piece of thin crappy leather. not sure if natural's were always this poor quality or if their belts have gone downhill but this has completely turned me off of them. I'm sure you know this, but @stevekas and Marshdown do a hell of a job on belts. Wearing one today, and it's a great piece. Yep, very familiar.  I've got a Ewing Dry Goods one that I got after I ordered this one so I'm set...just wanted a backup and thought the quality would match the first one I got. |
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Post by bugula on Nov 25, 2015 12:40:16 GMT -6
just got my first G shipment in a while...the natural heavyweight belt. i have the brown heavyweight belt which is a really nice piece...this...this.....thing...on the other hand is a pork rind. dried out piece of thin crappy leather. not sure if natural's were always this poor quality or if their belts have gone downhill but this has completely turned me off of them. You show me yours I'll show you mine. I like my brown quite a bit more than the natural, but they're both great belts. eh...not gonna even attempt to try and take photos of the two but for more detail: the brown has a finished/smooth back while the natural is rough. the brown has nice burnished edges while the natural doesn't. the natural is about 3/4ths the thickness of the brown. |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 26, 2015 14:51:18 GMT -6
bentin, thanks for the props! To add some unbiased info - Hermann Oak saddle skirt in the heavier ranges is like semi flexible wood when you buy a side. Some guys even use a hacksaw or bandsaw to cut it above 15 oz, no lie, particularly in the thicker "butt" area of a side. It's all in the handling as far as what you get in a finished product made from this leather. Also, the finished/unfinished back is a constant source of conversation when it comes to belts. Some like unfinished some like finished and there's really no right or wrong. Just be sure (if possible) you know what your belt vendor is selling you.
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Post by cellbitch on Nov 27, 2015 20:06:29 GMT -6
Just got my black high-tops. These are pretty lovely. The leather is supple and a nice matte black that is well-contrasted by the off-white Margom sole. The packaging was a simple white shoe box printed with the GUSTIN logo, and there is a white cotton bag for the shoes with the logo in black. The shoes are pre-laced, but I redid them, because the way they are laced, while aesthetically-pleasing, is not conducive to quick tightening.
A few minor critiques:
1: My left shoe has a ridge under the ball of the foot. I removed the insole and found that the felt that is glued to the sole was glued with a wrinkle in it. I lifted the felt and loosened some of the glue, and it is a little better. It will probably go away with some use, but still mildly uncomfortable.
2: The laces are a bit short for the size (13)--Not a huge issue, but I have to unlace the top holes to get my feet in. I'll start looking for new laces tonight.
3: The right tongue loop is a touch lower than the left, so there is a bit of a tug on it when it is laced. Minor.
4: The tongues lie against the bend of the ankle a little funny and bunch up, but I think as they break in they'll settle in.
5: One of the eyelets had a sharp burr of metal sticking out and I cut my thumb a little bit, but it came off easily.
With them all laced up, it is pretty clear that they are going to be comfortable almost immediately. The leather molds to the foot like a second skin. I'll post pics if people are interested, but the photos on the website are pretty solid, despite their iphoniness. All in all, I'm pretty happy with them for the price. I'm really hoping the ridge in the left sole smooths out, because if so, they are probably going to be my new favorite pair.
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Post by rp15 on Nov 27, 2015 21:30:41 GMT -6
Just received my Graphite brushed bull denim trucker.....very impressed by the wt., feel, and shade. Very supple and pairs perfectly with my indigo jeans.  |
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Post by bozer on Nov 28, 2015 10:16:12 GMT -6
Guys, please post pics!
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Post by ickes on Nov 28, 2015 10:51:10 GMT -6
as they say rp15, pics or it didn't happen |
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Post by Whiskey Mercenary on Nov 28, 2015 11:36:07 GMT -6
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Post by shoneyb on Nov 28, 2015 16:21:13 GMT -6
Just got my three pack pigment dyed v-necks today. The fit is really good but they kinda smell like old man. Anybody else notice this?
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Post by Old26 on Nov 28, 2015 16:29:52 GMT -6
Just got my three pack pigment dyed v-necks today. The fit is really good but they kinda smell like old man. Anybody else notice this? Guess you'd have to define what the hell an old man smells like. |
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Post by bentin on Nov 28, 2015 16:48:54 GMT -6
Just got my three pack pigment dyed v-necks today. The fit is really good but they kinda smell like old man. Anybody else notice this? Guess you'd have to define what the hell an old man smells like. So you're saying they don't smell at all to you, right?  |
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Post by shoneyb on Nov 28, 2015 21:53:35 GMT -6
Just got my three pack pigment dyed v-necks today. The fit is really good but they kinda smell like old man. Anybody else notice this? Guess you'd have to define what the hell an old man smells like. Not real sue I can do that, old. Let's just say they smell different. Wasn't sure if it's just the difference in the type of dye used or what. My only other experience was a three pack of "normal" crew necks. These just have a different smell to them. Maybe it's just me. |
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Post by rp15 on Nov 29, 2015 22:37:30 GMT -6
Excuse the orientation of the photo....downloading from iPad even though I selected the proper pic....maybe someone can hook me up with some tips. Graphite brushed bull denim L. Really happy with the trucker jacket.  |
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Post by usctroll on Nov 29, 2015 23:23:16 GMT -6
That's pretty damn cool. I don't know if I can pull of Oxblood denim otherwise I'd be looking for something like that. |
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Post by wdw on Dec 6, 2015 7:08:56 GMT -6
Here's close-ups of my Oxblood Trucker. I absolutely love the colour and it should look even better with some creases and wear lines. The lining is so thin it makes next to no difference, but at least it gives a secure pocket for my big LG G4. I can also button that and my card holder into the chest pockets, so it's practical enough. I had the green trucker but wasn't so excited by the colour so sold it, and also went up a size to L on this, which worked better and allows some thin layering.   |
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Post by bruns on Dec 7, 2015 1:22:53 GMT -6
Bit off topic / an odd question but I can't recall if Gustin sends an indication of the price paid (a receipt or what have you) with their packages? Contemplating declaring a lower amount (to avoid customs charges) for a couple of pieces I ordered but if there's a clear indication that the price paid was higher then it's probably not a wise move.
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Post by variable on Dec 7, 2015 5:47:43 GMT -6
Bit off topic / an odd question but I can't recall if Gustin sends an indication of the price paid (a receipt or what have you) with their packages? Contemplating declaring a lower amount (to avoid customs charges) for a couple of pieces I ordered but if there's a clear indication that the price paid was higher then it's probably not a wise move. I've never seen any packing slip in my G orders, but I"m in the US. I've only ever gotten an email receipt. |
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