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  • armenianmoviemanarmenianmovieman The 818Posts: 672MI6 Agent
    Skyfall Track Pants alternate?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!


    http://www.hm.com/us/product/60583?article=60583-A


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    Yes. Consssssiderably.
  • CheverianCheverian Posts: 1,446MI6 Agent
    Do the OB Felix polos run long or short? I prefer a shorter length polos. That's the one thing I dislike about the Sunspel, they run super long, great for tucking in, but doesn't look good on me untucked.

    I would say that the Felix runs short. I can't imagine trying to tuck it it in. I'm sure it would keep coming loose if you did.
  • James BrosnanJames Brosnan Posts: 865MI6 Agent
    edited January 2017
    Cheverian wrote:
    Do the OB Felix polos run long or short? I prefer a shorter length polos. That's the one thing I dislike about the Sunspel, they run super long, great for tucking in, but doesn't look good on me untucked.

    I would say that the Felix runs short. I can't imagine trying to tuck it it in. I'm sure it would keep coming loose if you did.

    Thanks man! Been wanting to try OB for a while now. With all the praise, the sale, and your input, I think now would be good time.
    "Whoever she was, I must have scared the living daylights out of her." & "Tell mother I died game."
    CR/QoS, TLD, DN, GE, TSWLM, LTK, TND, TWiNE, TMWTGG, TB
    http://www.iconicalternatives.com/author/james-brosnan/
    https://www.instagram.com/shawn.michael.bongiorno/
  • Matt1979Matt1979 Posts: 44MI6 Agent
    The Burtons grey trousers came today and wow, the quality is fantastic!

    They feel like £70-£80 worth, so an absolute steal at £10!!

    Thanks guys!! :)
  • JTMJTM Posts: 3,027MI6 Agent
    edited January 2017
    Picked these up from one of the stores of Marcs, an Australian fashion retailer, as a Morocco boot alternative.

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    Even though it's a Chukka boot, it's still a great alternative in my eyes. They were a steal for 50% off at $99 AUD (approx 72USD/£58).

    The website only shows 42's in stock but I did see 43's, 44's, 45's and 42's in the stores I visited.

    Edited with link - https://m.marcs.com.au/product-details.html?styl=20034&clr=TOBACCO&cat=749#.WG7YpoE8aEe
  • TennysonTennyson A View to a KillPosts: 606MI6 Agent
    I'm over the ditch in NZ and like the Marc's stuff, some nice budget items., A work mate purchased a long sleeve shirt from them 2 years ago which is made from the exact pattern of the enjoying death shirt, so keep an eye open in the Op Shops!
  • Obi Sean KenobiObi Sean Kenobi Posts: 215MI6 Agent
    Can someone on the U.K. Side buy a pair of the Burton pants on my behalf? They don't ship to the US! I'll PayPal you the $$.

    I also can't
    Make out the sizing??
  • canoe2canoe2 Posts: 2,007MI6 Agent
    Matt1979: I keep hearing great things about those Burtons. Glad you got a pair!

    JTM: Those look good! It's always difficult to decide what characteristics we're going to focus on. Boot style? Suede color? Brick red sole? Sometimes it's a compromise ....

    New post! Our own Mr. James Brosnan reviews his Menlo. I strongly suggest you read to the end of his article

    http://www.iconicalternatives.com/2017/01/06/skyfall-levis-menlo-jacket-review/
  • _Stocks_Stocks EnglandPosts: 391MI6 Agent
    canoe2 wrote:
    Matt1979: I keep hearing great things about those Burtons. Glad you got a pair!

    JTM: Those look good! It's always difficult to decide what characteristics we're going to focus on. Boot style? Suede color? Brick red sole? Sometimes it's a compromise ....

    New post! Our own Mr. James Brosnan reviews his Menlo. I strongly suggest you read to the end of his article

    http://www.iconicalternatives.com/2017/01/06/skyfall-levis-menlo-jacket-review/


    Wonderful, detailed review Mr Brosnan and what a positive attitude and outlook to have following something so harrowing. I hope you are fully on the mend, you enrich and bring so much heart and passion to this community. Blessings to you and your family.
    Murder | Employment.
  • James BrosnanJames Brosnan Posts: 865MI6 Agent
    _Stocks wrote:
    canoe2 wrote:
    Matt1979: I keep hearing great things about those Burtons. Glad you got a pair!

    JTM: Those look good! It's always difficult to decide what characteristics we're going to focus on. Boot style? Suede color? Brick red sole? Sometimes it's a compromise ....

    New post! Our own Mr. James Brosnan reviews his Menlo. I strongly suggest you read to the end of his article

    http://www.iconicalternatives.com/2017/01/06/skyfall-levis-menlo-jacket-review/


    Wonderful, detailed review Mr Brosnan and what a positive attitude and outlook to have following something so harrowing. I hope you are fully on the mend, you enrich and bring so much heart and passion to this community. Blessings to you and your family.

    Wow _Stocks, thanks for the kind words! That means a lot to me. I am doing much, much better these days. -{
    "Whoever she was, I must have scared the living daylights out of her." & "Tell mother I died game."
    CR/QoS, TLD, DN, GE, TSWLM, LTK, TND, TWiNE, TMWTGG, TB
    http://www.iconicalternatives.com/author/james-brosnan/
    https://www.instagram.com/shawn.michael.bongiorno/
  • Matt1979Matt1979 Posts: 44MI6 Agent
    'mandmonline' navy QOS Harrington jacket delivered today. £17. Absolute bargain. Looks and feels great.
  • DB6DB6 EnglandPosts: 1,196MI6 Agent
    edited January 2017
    Great review of the Menlo and also so very pleased that you're on the mend! Wishing you and your family a very happy 2017!

    Similar style/look to the Canada Goose Lodge Hoody (and with the Scotch & Soda Craig link);

    https://www.scotch-soda.com/gb/en/sale/men/jackets-coats/padded-jackets/lightweight-puffer-jacket/101351.html?cgid=sale-4555&dwvar_101351_color=Combo%20A&start=2
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    My name has changed! I’m no longer dufus......now I’m DB6
  • ShadowfallShadowfall Posts: 42MI6 Agent
    _Stocks wrote:
    canoe2 wrote:
    Matt1979: I keep hearing great things about those Burtons. Glad you got a pair!

    JTM: Those look good! It's always difficult to decide what characteristics we're going to focus on. Boot style? Suede color? Brick red sole? Sometimes it's a compromise ....

    New post! Our own Mr. James Brosnan reviews his Menlo. I strongly suggest you read to the end of his article

    http://www.iconicalternatives.com/2017/01/06/skyfall-levis-menlo-jacket-review/


    Wonderful, detailed review Mr Brosnan and what a positive attitude and outlook to have following something so harrowing. I hope you are fully on the mend, you enrich and bring so much heart and passion to this community. Blessings to you and your family.

    I second this whole heartedly.
  • Charmed & DangerousCharmed & Dangerous Posts: 7,358MI6 Agent
    Me too. - and so glad you are on the road to recovery JB -{
    "How was your lamb?" "Skewered. One sympathises."
  • CommandantCommandant Posts: 1,367MI6 Agent
    Thank you for the very informative review!
    The collar is indeed a problem.
    Can you teach us how to clip/fix it?
  • UNCLE27UNCLE27 EnglandPosts: 1,114MI6 Agent
    Excellent Menlo Review by JB! And an excellent perspective on 'Enjoying Death'. Glad you're on the mend.

    One observation though... Not all the linings are orange. My Menlo has a bronze colour lining.
  • James BrosnanJames Brosnan Posts: 865MI6 Agent
    Thanks for all the well wishes guys! -{

    Commandant: not a problem. I'll post some pics of how I clipped mine shortly.

    Uncle27: good point. You must have a different season. I noted some difference between seasons, but forgot about the lining color. I will add a note to the post. Many thanks.
    "Whoever she was, I must have scared the living daylights out of her." & "Tell mother I died game."
    CR/QoS, TLD, DN, GE, TSWLM, LTK, TND, TWiNE, TMWTGG, TB
    http://www.iconicalternatives.com/author/james-brosnan/
    https://www.instagram.com/shawn.michael.bongiorno/
  • CommandantCommandant Posts: 1,367MI6 Agent
    Thank you so much.
    I look forward to it -{
  • ChriscoopChriscoop Belize Posts: 10,449MI6 Agent
    James Brosnan, what can I say brother, you have a great attitude and I'm so so grateful you remain with us. -{ -{
    P.s
    Nice review
    It was either that.....or the priesthood
  • chriscollins007chriscollins007 North Somerset , England Posts: 1,154MI6 Agent
    Well done Brosnan , that review was spot on and a heart warming story , so pleased your all okay now.
    I wish i would of read this before I bought mine , I got a L and had it tailored to me roughly a M and the sleeves are a touch long.
    Without knowing I ended up with the older version which I didn't really want , I love the jacket but wish I had the darker Brown.
    chucking it out there if I got the one I wanted !
    WOULD ANYONE WANT TO BUY MY VERSION SAY £400 or NO
    Thanks for all the well wishes guys! -{

    Commandant: not a problem. I'll post some pics of how I clipped mine shortly.

    Uncle27: good point. You must have a different season. I noted some difference between seasons, but forgot about the lining color. I will add a note to the post. Many thanks.
    007 reporting for duty
  • James BrosnanJames Brosnan Posts: 865MI6 Agent
    Chriscoop & Chriscollins007: thanks guys. I really appreciate the kind words. I'm still kickin'! Turned out to just be a bad bacterial infection causing the coughing up blood and the mass in my lungs was from a shingles infection that I had right before that. :s the two together mimicked lung cancer, so the docs had me going for a good year there. Just feel blessed as hell though. :007)

    Commandant: here is how I clamped my Menlo collar:

    First, I chose the curve I wanted to make. I decided on the curve with the jacket on to see what looked good:


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    Then I folded it along that curve and pinched it at the curve line:


    IMG_9652.jpg

    Lastly, I just used a chip-clip from the kitchen to clamp it like in the picture:



    IMG_9653.jpg

    I left both sides clipped for a day, and it has that natural curve now, which looks better on me than the rigid straight collar. One could also clamp the curve with a second clamp, but that might be overkill and look less natural.

    Hope this helps.
    "Whoever she was, I must have scared the living daylights out of her." & "Tell mother I died game."
    CR/QoS, TLD, DN, GE, TSWLM, LTK, TND, TWiNE, TMWTGG, TB
    http://www.iconicalternatives.com/author/james-brosnan/
    https://www.instagram.com/shawn.michael.bongiorno/
  • explore007explore007 Posts: 195MI6 Agent
    Has anybody gone for this Reiss charcoal mock turtle alternative - if so, any guidance on sizing would be appreciated. The sleeves look long given the model is 6' 2" tall and only in a M.

    https://www.reiss.com/p/merino-rollneck-mens-windsor-in-charcoal-melange/


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  • ChriscoopChriscoop Belize Posts: 10,449MI6 Agent
    Reiss use ridiculous sized models, I always go for the size l and I am 6'4" and have a 44 " chest
    It was either that.....or the priesthood
  • canoe2canoe2 Posts: 2,007MI6 Agent
    Chriscoop's "REISS Radar" went off ... :))
  • James BrosnanJames Brosnan Posts: 865MI6 Agent
    canoe2 wrote:
    Chriscoop's "REISS Radar" went off ... :))

    :)) Yeah, I think Chris might be getting a little side money from Reiss, with all the promoting he is doing. But, hey, it was his love of the brand that made me pull the trigger in the BC belt alternative.
    "Whoever she was, I must have scared the living daylights out of her." & "Tell mother I died game."
    CR/QoS, TLD, DN, GE, TSWLM, LTK, TND, TWiNE, TMWTGG, TB
    http://www.iconicalternatives.com/author/james-brosnan/
    https://www.instagram.com/shawn.michael.bongiorno/
  • LeflerjLeflerj Posts: 30MI6 Agent
    I have a pair of Burton Menswear Taupe Tapered Slim Fit Trousers (Spectre alternative) in size 32 if anyone is interested. They're still new in the bag.
  • ChriscoopChriscoop Belize Posts: 10,449MI6 Agent
    canoe2 wrote:
    Chriscoop's "REISS Radar" went off ... :))

    :)) Yeah, I think Chris might be getting a little side money from Reiss, with all the promoting he is doing. But, hey, it was his love of the brand that made me pull the trigger in the BC belt alternative.
    :)) i'm completely independent I assure you, I just like to pass on my finds to my brethren -{ And reiss do make some nice bondian clothing ;)
    It was either that.....or the priesthood
  • Matt1979Matt1979 Posts: 44MI6 Agent
    Leflerj wrote:
    I have a pair of Burton Menswear Taupe Tapered Slim Fit Trousers (Spectre alternative) in size 32 if anyone is interested. They're still new in the bag.

    Ahhh to be a 32 waist again!! Dream, dream dream!!

    I'm a 36 or I would've had them mate.
  • ChriscoopChriscoop Belize Posts: 10,449MI6 Agent
    Matt1979 wrote:
    Leflerj wrote:
    I have a pair of Burton Menswear Taupe Tapered Slim Fit Trousers (Spectre alternative) in size 32 if anyone is interested. They're still new in the bag.

    Ahhh to be a 32 waist again!! Dream, dream dream!!

    I'm a 36 or I would've had them mate.
    I havnt had a 32 " waist since I was 12!
    It was either that.....or the priesthood
  • DB6DB6 EnglandPosts: 1,196MI6 Agent
    explore007 wrote:
    Has anybody gone for this Reiss charcoal mock turtle alternative - if so, any guidance on sizing would be appreciated. The sleeves look long given the model is 6' 2" tall and only in a M.

    https://www.reiss.com/p/merino-rollneck-mens-windsor-in-charcoal-melange/


    21_3_87x100x85.jpg

    I have a medium in this and its a great fit (I'm 5'8" with a 40" chest and 31" waist)
    My name has changed! I’m no longer dufus......now I’m DB6
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