Wednesday, June 29, 2011

Fullcount - 1108SH Long Staple Turfan Cotton

Fullcount & Co., long known for their extra long-staple 100% Zimbabwe cotton Japanese selvage denims, continue their Legacy of producing elegant long-staple selvage jeans with the release of the 1108SH. With this new model, Fullcount set a challenge to create a premium selvage jean of "absolute quality at an even more challenging price". They chose to take this challenge to China, seeking out the finest artisan craftspeople available and using the finest extra long-staple Chinese cotton available, hand picked and harvested for centuries in the city of Turfan.


Turfan (吐鲁番), or Turpan as it's also known, is an ancient city located in the northern Xinjiang Uyghur region of China and was once an important strategic point along the Silk Road trade route. Xinjiang was one of the first regions in China to cultivate cotton which they began harvesting and weaving just under 2,000 years ago.

Together with Hubei and Jiangsu provinces, Xinjiang produces the highest quality cotton in China, with Xinjiang as the sole producer of long-staple cotton in China. Turfan's extra long-staple cotton is used around the world in the manufacture of top-grade textiles.

The 1108SH, which shares the same fit, detailing, and trimmings of the Japan made Fullcount 1108, is a fully in-country produced garment beginning with the cotton which was harvested, spun, dyed, and shuttle woven in China; then cut, sewn, and manufactured with the highest standards of quality and detail by the finest artisan craftsmen that China has to offer. The retail price for the 1108SH is $183. Please note that Fullcount will continue to produce all of their regular mainline products in Japan as they always have, it is only those items for this special project using Turfan cotton that they will produce in China.

More details and information about the new 1108SH below and here 

Tuesday, June 28, 2011

The Real McCoy's - Short Sleeve Union Shirt in Black w/Ecru & Grey w/Ecru

New short sleeve union shirt from The Real McCoy's in Black with Ecru contrast button down placket. 100% Cotton and Made in Japan. More details below and here

We also received a re-stock of the union shirt in Grey color as well here

Samurai Jeans - New S0110XJII Jin Model

The S0110XJII is the latest addition to Samurai's "Jin" series of left hand twill jeans this time featuring a new 17oz Samurai Original denim with a light and rich Indigo dyed warp and Grey dyed weft yarns. Details include Hammered type Copper Burrs and Rivets, Front pocket bags with Samurai original Jacquard patterns, Crotch rivet, Half-lined rear pockets, Steel tack buttons embossed with Samurai bamboo ring design, and Branded cowhide leather patch. All hand made in Japan and available now in store and online here

Thursday, June 16, 2011

Re-Stock of Blue in Green Trousers - Beige

We've recently re-stocked our store branded Blue in Green Chino Trousers. This is our third production of these as they continue to be a store favorite. A simple and trimmed, flat front, straight leg design made of a medium weight 100% cotton chino cloth using mercerized cotton for added strength and luster. The fabric is left in its raw and unwashed state for a unique and seldom seen untreated finish. Hand sewn & stitched throughout and bar tacked at points of strain. Details include pockets and waist band lined with Ecru cotton twill, polished buttons, and original Rayon shuttle woven main label. Our Blue in Green trousers are Made in Japan using Japanese made fabrics and trimmings. More details belowFor our store original pants and jeans we've sourced out some of the finest fabric mills and sewing factories in Japan, based in the Okayama prefecture, and renowned for their solid and clean sewing construction and attention to detail. As we're working directly with the factories we're able to offer these original pieces, all produced using high grade fabrics and hand made craftsmanship, at a moderate price without compromising quality. More information on our chino trousers here.

Re-stock of Blue in Green Trousers - Navy

Note: The following is the same information used for the Beige trousers:
We've recently re-stocked our store branded Blue in Green Chino Trousers. This is our second production of these in Navy, and along with the Beige, they continue to be a store favorite. A simple and trimmed, flat front, straight leg design made of a medium weight 100% cotton chino cloth using mercerized cotton for added strength and luster. The fabric is left in its raw and unwashed state for a unique and seldom seen untreated finish. Hand sewn & stitched throughout and bar tacked at points of strain. Details include pockets and waist band lined with Ecru cotton twill, polished buttons, and original Rayon shuttle woven main label. Our Blue in Green trousers are Made in Japan using Japanese made fabrics and trimmings. More details belowFor our store original pants and jeans we've sourced out some of the finest fabric mills and sewing factories in Japan, based in the Okayama prefecture, and renowned for their solid and clean sewing construction and attention to detail. As we're working directly with the factories we're able to offer these original pieces, all produced using high grade fabrics and hand made craftsmanship, at a moderate price without compromising quality. More information on our chino trousers here

Saturday, June 11, 2011

The Real McCoy's - Joe McCoy Chambray Shirts

Two new chambray shirts, in long sleeve and short sleeve, from The Real McCoy's using their 100% Cotton original Japanese selvage chambray shirting, woven with uneven threads for a subtle slubby texture. Each sharing the same details such as triple-needle chain stitch seam construction, extended tab at collar stand, metal pressed buttons, and dual cigarette & pencil style chest pockets. Hand Made in Japan. Available in store and online.

Friday, June 10, 2011

Samurai Jeans 15oz Denim Mesh Baseball Cap

15oz Samurai original Texas cotton Selvage denim mesh baseball cap. Clean and solid construction. Dome underside lined with Samurai's original Jacquard pocketing. Equipped with a tabbed strap for adjustable sizing. Made in Japan. Available in store and online here 

Studio D'Artisan - Canvas Tote Bag with Patches

New canvas tote bag from Studio D'Artisan features sewn on custom embroidered patches, a zipper closure across the top, piped seams, and small pouch pocket on the inside. 100% Cotton. Available here

Fullcount & Co. - ZImbabwe Cotton Tee's

100% Zimbabwe Cotton t-shirts in new from Fullcount. The substantial weight of the fabric feels almost like a lightweight sweatshirt yet still breathable due to the loose knit weave. The use of Zimbabwe cotton also requires that the weaving machines run at a very slow speed, adding a touch of slubbiness to their already unique texture. The cut and sewn side seam construction allows for a shaped and trim fit. Hand Made in Japan and available in three colorways - Grey, Ink Black (sort of an off Black), and Blue, in store an online here



Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Left Field - Broken Twill Lightweight Slim Jeans

New lightweight slim straight jeans from Left Field in a broken twill weave, 12.5oz Cone Mills White Oak Plant white-line selvedge denim. There are very few examples of broken twill selvage denim and these are a nice representation, with a smooth yet textured hand and deep rich indigo blue color. Details include US-made 100% cotton bandanna pockets bags, Scovill brand tack buttons, and Universal brand rivets & burs. Woven, cut, and sewn in the USA. More details below and here

Left Field - Angus Shorts in Hickory Stripe

Angus Young Shorts in 100% Cotton Hickory Stripe with Coroza buttons, Japanese Chambray pocket lining, and Rear welt pockets with button closure. Hand Made in the USA. Available in store and online here