7 Things I regret buying

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In this video, I'll be sharing 7 things that I regret buying. From a squale dive watch to Iron Heart flannel to engineer boots and sunglasses, I'll discuss why these purchases didn't turn out to be worth it.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Seven things I regret buying
0:56 AOS Coat
3:21 JL Engineers
5:03 Gustin
6:24 Iron Heart UHF
8:00 Shades Club
10:26 Squale Diver
12:33 The Worst Tees Ever
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  • @jeremyt2212
    @jeremyt22125 ай бұрын

    Yeah I'm with you on items that are just a little too fancy, too formal to fit practically into my life. I'm reminded of a random guy's funny tweet, "I have a 'Dry Clean Only' sweater that's about to learn some harsh realities about living with me."

  • @TechnoLawyer

    @TechnoLawyer

    5 ай бұрын

    Wash the sweater on gentle and hang to dry. Will probably be fine. What is usually meant by dry clean only is “don’t put in a dryer”.

  • @maxattack3648
    @maxattack36485 ай бұрын

    Dude, I had the exact same issue, I took engineers to cobbler and had them stretched for like $20. This worked perfectly, and doesn't damage the boots...

  • @TomorrowNeverKnows...
    @TomorrowNeverKnows...5 ай бұрын

    I regret buying Nicks boots...only because i now have an addiction 🤪

  • @billystpaul8907

    @billystpaul8907

    5 ай бұрын

    I have the same addiction, only it's Whites boots. I am still waiting for my first Nicks to arrive.

  • @Juan.Pulido

    @Juan.Pulido

    5 ай бұрын

    What started my addiction was my first pair of red wing moc toes that I've wanted since high school now i got like 15 boots from almost everywhere like of course red wing, thursday, nicks, grant stone, fortis boots, junkard, danner, and soon to be sagara and renavgoods

  • @usmnt4423

    @usmnt4423

    5 ай бұрын

    Better addiction than most

  • @xtkk7553

    @xtkk7553

    5 ай бұрын

    Don’t we all lol

  • @shark471

    @shark471

    5 ай бұрын

    Same but Parkhurst

  • @karanbahadoer94
    @karanbahadoer945 ай бұрын

    Hey Carl, fellow high instep and John Lofgren Engineer owner here! My solution is to put plastic sandwich bags (those of the crinkly variety) over my socks when putting the boots on. This will significantly lower the friction between the foot and boot and act like some kind of lubricant. Over time, the boot will loosen up and the bags will no longer be needed. The plastic bag trick also works when breaking boots in and will prevent blisters!

  • @tutes0133
    @tutes01335 ай бұрын

    Ah what a treat! Slowly waking up from a nightshift and being suprised with a Murawski video! And nailing the hat again!

  • @CarlMurawski

    @CarlMurawski

    5 ай бұрын

    Welcome bro! Working nights is a grind, so I hope this could help you wake up a bit. Man, I hated night shift….

  • @SuLu_B
    @SuLu_B5 ай бұрын

    For the watch, you're supposed to always turn it counterclockwise until you feel/hear the threads seat, and then you screw it down clockwise. Cross threading or stripping the screw down crown on nice watches is a very real thing everyone with a mechanical watch should know to be careful of going forwards!

  • @lockandloadlikehell

    @lockandloadlikehell

    4 ай бұрын

    Hmmm

  • @marklawrence3346
    @marklawrence33465 ай бұрын

    Wear the SOS Harris Tweed Coat with the Gustin jeans. You are overthinking things, remember that Harris Tweed was originally and still is used for hunting. It is nice so you can dress it up but it is still hunting gear. The Gustin jeans will fit the jacket and will get better with wear (fading). If you are really feeling it throw in the JL boots with the outfit 😂, it would be nice though. What is the size of the JL boots?

  • @richyclubsport5155

    @richyclubsport5155

    5 ай бұрын

    I live in Tweed and denims in autumn, winter and spring

  • @realdonlee

    @realdonlee

    5 ай бұрын

    I was just thinking that those two would make a nice combo hahaha.@@richyclubsport5155

  • @cheekibreeki9155

    @cheekibreeki9155

    5 ай бұрын

    I think he's just not old enough to pull off the grumpy old english man in a tweed coat look. That or we need to put a cabbie hat on carl and a scowl on his face.

  • @claytonberg721

    @claytonberg721

    5 ай бұрын

    He can pull of that jacket easily, it's not too dressy but those jeans are too fashion forward for him IMHO.

  • @marklawrence3346

    @marklawrence3346

    5 ай бұрын

    @@claytonberg721 You shouldn't be too comfortable in your comfort zone, you will never progress that way. My first time wearing my burgundy Oxfords was so uncomfortably out of my comfort zone that I seriously thought of not wearing them again even though I loved the look of the shoes, why I bought them in the first place, now I will wear them anywhere, anytime. If he puts in some work on those jeans they will likely end up being his favorite.

  • @richyclubsport5155
    @richyclubsport51555 ай бұрын

    Surprised about the Harris Tweed, I'm an Englishman, Tweed can be dressed up or worn casually with denims and boot's like Crockett and Jones, Trickers i live in Tweed jackets and coats in autumn, winter and spring

  • @PickledJalepeno

    @PickledJalepeno

    5 ай бұрын

    Definitely! also from the UK, and this style of coat is worn extensively in the countryside, facing the elements, sometimes until patched and threadbare!

  • @michaelshearer3559
    @michaelshearer35595 ай бұрын

    Your John Lofgren boots could be your most comfortable favorite boots if you do the produce bag trick and just wear them for hours a day. The thin slippery bags from grocery produce work wonders on these style boots. (Thank you Albert!). I know first hand how exhausting getting engineer boots on can be, but this is the saving grace. Also I allow my heal to stretch them out when I am just getting past that friction point. Also make sure to set them in front of the heater right before you put them on. This allows the leather to be soft and flexible.

  • @sweetpadre

    @sweetpadre

    5 ай бұрын

    What exactly is this produce bag trick?

  • @heystarfish100

    @heystarfish100

    5 ай бұрын

    @@sweetpadreWhen you are at the produce section of most stores they supply the customers with thin plastic bags to place your produce items into. The trick is to reuse those thin plastic bags by placing them over your foot before stepping into the boot. With this slippery bag on foot it will aid entry and help stretch the leather in the tight spots. Repeated use continues until you find the bag is no longer needed. Hope that helps.

  • @johno1104

    @johno1104

    5 ай бұрын

    This works with loafers too although you won't get any dates

  • @marlenakauer5262
    @marlenakauer52625 ай бұрын

    Nice one! (RE the hat at the beginning) Taylor’s Stitch pants - they just don’t fit me well, ended up selling both pairs I got. Tried both democratic and their slim fit. LL Bean flannel - I might try them again but the one I got tore in less than a year with moderate wear. A leather Apple watch strap off Etsy - Failed in less than six months. I did wear it hard but replaced with an Ashland leather one and it has held up for a year. Dewalt jump battery pack - failed after one use and didn’t take a charge. I bought a gooloo to replace it at Project Farms recommendation and so far so good. I’m grateful there’s not too much on this list largely thanks to folks like you!

  • @StrayReviews
    @StrayReviews5 ай бұрын

    “What, are goin’ to court or somethin’?” 😂 Great video, Carl!

  • @justinvanburen8259
    @justinvanburen82595 ай бұрын

    Thank you, for another great episode!!

  • @CarlMurawski

    @CarlMurawski

    5 ай бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @donyconjux1
    @donyconjux15 ай бұрын

    You're on a roll with the cap tossing Carl!

  • @10toes2wheelsdown
    @10toes2wheelsdown5 ай бұрын

    That jacket is a casual jacket, where it anywhere!

  • @ailo4x4

    @ailo4x4

    5 ай бұрын

    Specifically, it's a shooting coat for cold wer British weather.

  • @blacksquirrel4008

    @blacksquirrel4008

    5 ай бұрын

    Anywhere cold

  • @Shellvedge
    @Shellvedge5 ай бұрын

    I just did a podcast with Brian the bootmaker and he was explaining his reasoning for why the shaft of his engineer is a bit more voluptuous. Specifically the curve in the back stay and while I can’t say for sure, I think it’s the design that would solve for the issue you have. Moral of the story, stretch shaft!

  • @fordsmobile1672
    @fordsmobile16725 ай бұрын

    Have a great weekend Carl!

  • @CarlMurawski

    @CarlMurawski

    5 ай бұрын

    You too!

  • @gregrudzinski
    @gregrudzinski5 ай бұрын

    Years ago I had a favorite ESQ dive watch that stripped the crown threads on :( It got retired to the desk draw but ultimately came back to life as a beginner restoration project. Got a replacement crown and threaded tube for it after careful measurement. KZread was helpful on how to get the old one out and install the new one. I was pleased with the result but spent way too many hours fiddling. I don't think I'll be doing anything like that again.

  • @jeffreydawson4520
    @jeffreydawson45205 ай бұрын

    I feel your pain in buying dressier clothes that seldom get the chance to wear. I’ve lived all over the world (army vet) and, since retiring to rural Virginia, have quite a few items I just have no place to wear. Nice toss too.

  • @matthewthomas7648
    @matthewthomas76485 ай бұрын

    Carl I love the shirt you designed!! Excellent fit!!

  • @LuisMartinez-ku5un
    @LuisMartinez-ku5un5 ай бұрын

    I like the honesty and I can relate to some of the things I've purchased. Will follow channel from now on.

  • @CarlMurawski

    @CarlMurawski

    5 ай бұрын

    I appreciate that!

  • @JDMJOE
    @JDMJOE5 ай бұрын

    What a shot 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @88sstraight
    @88sstraight5 ай бұрын

    Thanks for putting yourself out there Carl! 12 pairs of sunglasses a year? Come on, man.

  • @calebcaskey8140
    @calebcaskey81405 ай бұрын

    Love this channel! I’m a city guy born and raised, but recently I have woken up in my faith and now I plan to donate all my clothes and shoes and really only have a minimal closet and I want high quality lasting goods! shout out Carl!

  • @MorethanGUNZ
    @MorethanGUNZ5 ай бұрын

    5:45 Interesting the the Gustin weave is so different from the Naked and Famous weave. My Red Weft and the Crimson Sky faded much more traditionally.

  • @joem.7621
    @joem.76215 ай бұрын

    You can wear that Tweed daily on your next vacation to Ireland.

  • @Salt999
    @Salt9995 ай бұрын

    Awesome video!!

  • @CarlMurawski

    @CarlMurawski

    5 ай бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @michaelroselius5450
    @michaelroselius54505 ай бұрын

    Justin boots makes a boot spray that allows you to slip your foot in. It won’t stretch out your boot. Just help it slip in. It’s very cool and evaporates quickly. Worth a try.

  • @nicktooker55
    @nicktooker555 ай бұрын

    Biggest regrets for me are all related to poor fit! I got a pair of Iron Heart jeans in the 555 cut and when I tried them on to show my spouse, she just laughed at me and said "no". Turns out, I'm more of a 634 or 888.

  • @StitchdownShell
    @StitchdownShell5 ай бұрын

    Purple pants regret had me laughing. :)

  • @MikaelHindsberg
    @MikaelHindsberg5 ай бұрын

    Keep the AOS jacket. We all grow older, habits change and you might grow to like dressing up now and again and looking dapper for no particular reason other than that you happened to own an amazing jacket.

  • @Bscott-390
    @Bscott-3905 ай бұрын

    Just send me that iron heart...haha. Love your vids man. Keep it up.

  • @CH-bp3bj
    @CH-bp3bj5 ай бұрын

    6:24 Yes! I love my green tartan check Iron Heart work shirt.

  • @jerhornet2546
    @jerhornet25465 ай бұрын

    In general I regret buying shoes/boots which are too small for my feet: Dear Carl, please forgive me for I have sinned, even Loafers included. You convinced me that they suck regarding the sizing. Two pairs of quality jeans which I ordered online without respecting to size up accordingly. Some second hand shirts which I first loved but finally do not really wear because they do not fit my lifestyle. At least they were cheap:p

  • @MKucheran
    @MKucheran5 ай бұрын

    I think those first three items would make a fire outfit at an event. Either way your star rising I’d keep it in the back pocket!

  • @WelderVp
    @WelderVp5 ай бұрын

    Great video. Same with you brother, my JL Engineers and an Ironheart flannel. put me through the ringer. I tried so hard to keep them. They sold in December. Next are my: Ironheart shell cordovan wallet. Horrible leather, painted color. I hate it. 900 usd down the drain. I can't even sell it, it seems. Don't get me wrong, I have a ton of Ironheart heart items I love. Sagara bootmaker, leather is extremely thin and smelled like chemicals. Smell hasn't gone away. There's more, but I'll cut it off there.

  • @chriscon8463
    @chriscon84635 ай бұрын

    I have a Squale 1545 GMT that’s been a good watch. Out-of-warranty repair work is something that I’ve not really considered when buying a watch; I probably should! Like your jacket, I have a beautiful LL Bean Irish Fisherman’s sweater that I love. Unfortunately, it’s thick wool & I never wear it, because it’s so ridiculously warm! It just sits in my top drawer in the wintertime.

  • @barry4140
    @barry41404 ай бұрын

    Lol, just watched this video would have been cool to see you combine all of these together as your most hated look outfit😂

  • @cle_roknn3742
    @cle_roknn37425 ай бұрын

    When you where talking about sunglasses at first, I was thinking Randolph or American Optical. I am a private pilot and they are by far the best aviator sunglasses available. Then you mentioned your Randolph’s I smiled, definitely worth the spend if you don’t loose them, mine have stood up to 8 years in a cockpit, in a car and on my head. They have been dropped multiple times, knocked off my face by my toddler and dog, and somehow survived just fine. Glass lenses are not the demon that every optical store makes them out to be, mine have never shattered and they are way better optical clarity than plastic or polycarbonate. I collect watches and I fell victim to the same hype, I bought a Yema Superman when they first came out, it was a great watch until the crown stripped. Normally, I’d say the same as you did: it’s possible I did it, it was my fault. However, I have had 20 dive watches and that’s the only one I ever had an issue with. They repaired it once under warranty (I still had to pay shipping to France), but when I got it back it had the same issue within a few months, and I just threw it in its box and there it sits, regret in a box. Don’t beat yourself up on it, a lot of these micro-brands use cheap Chinese parts and assemble them in Switzerland so they can put it on the dial. It is my opinion that the screw threads on some cases are just too soft and strip out easy. Stick with your Oris, much better watch! Ok, last regret: White’s Mule Packer boots. I got a pair after buying a pair of Franks Patriots and loving the high arches. I wanted a more western style with a less aggressive lug. I did not really want to break the bank but wanted moderate quality from a known PNW company. The Mule Packers fit that criteria. Color me not impressed. My Franks’s are thicker leather, and have better quality than the Whites at about the same price point. Where I don’t think I sacrificed much on the Frank’s, you can tell the White’s are made for a “price point.” The laces are cheap, the leather is thinner, they seem to fit oddly, when laced up they pinch where the seams from the upper meet the lowers around the laces. This may go away as the my break-in, but man they are killing the tops of my feet. I believe they will hold up, they are good quality, but definitely not worth the price, your paying for the name on these in my opinion….

  • @krazmokramer

    @krazmokramer

    5 ай бұрын

    @cle_roknn3742 My much less expensive White's Perry boots had the same hot spot around the laces. Must be a design flaw, IMO. I bought a couple of their false tongues and the problem went away.

  • @martintanz9098
    @martintanz90985 ай бұрын

    I had a London Fog coat with a leather collar that I loved. Wore it for 20 years until the material was paper thin. So I thought I found a replacement with an all bean 2 in one jacket. Turns out the inner jacket fit so close I wouldn’t wear more than a single layer underneath, so I had to wear the Jo at without the lining. Fine as a fall rain jacket but not warm enough fir winter.

  • @TheMidnightModder
    @TheMidnightModder4 ай бұрын

    Your opinion and mine of "dressy" is very different lol That AOS coat is like a hunting or field jacket. I'd take that to the shooting range or out fishing. Food for thought.

  • @jonuiuc
    @jonuiuc5 ай бұрын

    I think Long Island watch is an official square distributor, maybe they can refer a source for the parts.

  • @JonWhitton

    @JonWhitton

    5 ай бұрын

    Added similar before I read this

  • @meadmakerman

    @meadmakerman

    5 ай бұрын

    Yes they are, good company, I have ordered several watches from them - including a Squale…

  • @krazmokramer
    @krazmokramer5 ай бұрын

    Hey Carl! I agree with you on the Randolph Engineering sunglasses. I had to laugh at your watch though. Most of the new watches I see here on YT sell for a lot of $$$$, have an over the top design, are actually cheap junk, and will re-sell for pennies on the dollar. I recently sold my 40y.o. Omega Speedmaster on ebay for nearly 10x what I paid for it. It ran perfectly, and it was still in style. One of my latest "biggest regrets" are the Pladra shirts I bought after watching your video. I spent nearly $500 on three shirts that look beautiful.....wait for it.....HANGING IN MY CLOSET! I have never worn them. The cotton fabric is quite rough and scratchy. The shirts are highly tapered, so I doubt they will fit a scrawny 18 year old, much less my late 60s body. What the hell was I thinking???? And why would I want pictures of wildlife on the underside of the collar? Or the NUMEROUS brand emboidery on each shirt (pocket, placket, sleve)? My other regret is that I'm too old to see the look of disappointment on the faces of the fools who have bought numerous "best in the world", "last forever", "hand them down to my son" expensive PNW boots. Your kids (if you are fortunate to have any) will not want, nor wear those hand me down boots! How many pairs of your dad's Florsheim shoes are you currently wearing? No matter how great they once were, THEY WILL NO LONGER BE IN STYLE BY THEN!! But hey...I'm just a boomer and don't have a clue what I'm talking about!😉🤣😂🤣

  • @Muscovy7

    @Muscovy7

    5 ай бұрын

    If my dad or grandpa gave me a pair of florsheim shoes from their heyday I’d be really excited. I don’t really agree with that assessment. Boots and shoes at that level haven’t changed much at all in 150 years and are going strong.

  • @krazmokramer

    @krazmokramer

    5 ай бұрын

    @@Muscovy7 Since I'm old enough to have seen this play out a time or two, add this to the equation...Most Florsheim shoes from the 70s and 80s and early 90s were LOAFERS. Wingtips from the 50s and 60s. Still got the same answer??

  • @Muscovy7

    @Muscovy7

    5 ай бұрын

    @@krazmokramer what’s wrong with wingtips?

  • @williamkazak469

    @williamkazak469

    5 ай бұрын

    None of my dad's shoes fit me. When he passed I donated all of them.

  • @krazmokramer

    @krazmokramer

    5 ай бұрын

    @@williamkazak469 exactly

  • @johanvandersandt8904
    @johanvandersandt89045 ай бұрын

    That is such a cool watch. I am sorry you had such a bad experience with it. The 1521 is one of my favorite watches of all time! You can't go wrong with Oris either!

  • @Guillermo90r
    @Guillermo90r3 ай бұрын

    I agree with True classic T-shirts. First time wearing was fine, and they are still wearable but they lost their shape after the first or second wash. I also got some polo shirts, same deal…

  • @joem.7621
    @joem.76215 ай бұрын

    I have the same build as you. Really tough to find stuff to fit the wide chest body type these days!

  • @ConsumerTeamPete
    @ConsumerTeamPete5 ай бұрын

    Carl love your content! What’s your size? I might be interested in buying the Tweed coat.

  • @kylephelps7817
    @kylephelps78175 ай бұрын

    I regret not having the funds to buy your tshirts. Love the design. I’m 6’5” roughly 230lbs. Tough finding a solid tshirt that fits well.

  • @jeffharting4138
    @jeffharting41385 ай бұрын

    I wanted a pair of Engineer boots but was concerned with the instep issue as well. I discovered that Allen Edmonds had a model with zippers so I wimped out, as soon as i get them broken in a bit I plan to modify them a bit with lug soles etc. They are not bad boots but not worth the full price of $595 but i got them for around $230 on one of their frequent sales.

  • @Brantleycoker
    @Brantleycoker5 ай бұрын

    Good stuff as always! My want for an iron heart flannel is down a little after this, but only a little. 😂

  • @CarlMurawski

    @CarlMurawski

    5 ай бұрын

    Hahaha just make sure you get the right fit bro!

  • @Brantleycoker

    @Brantleycoker

    5 ай бұрын

    @@CarlMurawski wise words!

  • @armink9686
    @armink96865 ай бұрын

    Interesing stuff about the Squale. I too have a Squale that I somewhat regret buying, a bracelet screw came undone and the watch nearly fell off my wrist, that was the first week I had it and the dial has a visible imperfection. Great watch but tainted experience.

  • @karlenglewood8940
    @karlenglewood89405 ай бұрын

    I don't get how that coat can be formal. It can literally be used as a hunting coat and would be the equivalent of wearing Gore-Tex in a city. I'd say just force yourself to wear it a couple of times in a row and you'll get over it.

  • @user-wi7ey1je2h
    @user-wi7ey1je2h5 ай бұрын

    Hey Bro. Try a silicone spray to help get your foot in the boot. I got that tip from a video from a western bootmaker named Rod Patrick. Once you do that for a while, they’ll break in and you’ll be good to go.

  • @amskater123
    @amskater1235 ай бұрын

    Instant like for making the hat land on the rack

  • @franky3fingers337
    @franky3fingers3375 ай бұрын

    Reach out to Wilson Watch Works down in NC. One man shop and a straight shooter. He’s worked on my older Omegas and Sinn’s.

  • @yardenl1998
    @yardenl19985 ай бұрын

    I regret buying my first pair of raw selvedge denim 14oz from Bravestar without realizing how tight they would be on my thighs as someone who lifts. I could barely walk in them and after wearing them my legs would hurt. Also they were much thicker than I expected . It's a no joke that when buying your first pair it's better to go as light as possible or at least find ones that are also with strech, 100% cotton was a pain. Unfortunately due to the bad experience I fret of buying a new pair from a different company without being able to return them and get refunded.

  • @bossman4799
    @bossman47995 ай бұрын

    Honestly I love blue and red together and those jeans look awesome. Do you know if they still make those or was it a limited thing.

  • @lf2334
    @lf23345 ай бұрын

    I've owned the cheapest as well as the most expensive gear, and I would recommend to anyone to buy the "middle of the road" items price wise. The cheapest has always been, well, the cheapest. The most expensive items almost always come with massive diminishing returns (regret), but the stuff priced in the middle has both price and quality going for it. Plus, when it eventually fails, just buy another. You're still likely under the cost of the most expensive item. There are a few things that I own that were quite expensive relative to the general price range of the item that I am glad that I bought. That's pretty rare though. Also, take care of your things properly, and they will last much longer. For example, I recently traded in a BMW 5 series after purchasing it new in 2022. It was the most expensive car that I had ever purchased. After 4 months I realized that I didn't like it anymore than my fully loaded 2020 Honda Accord. It was a nice car, no doubt, but the price difference for what you get is ludacris. It really is a status symbol thing. You're most likely buying it to show people you have money. I bought it because I always wanted a BMW and genuinely thought I would love it and feel that it was worth it. It was not for me. I'd rather save that money or use it for other things I'm interested in.

  • @outofmind9222

    @outofmind9222

    4 ай бұрын

    Bet the Honda will outlast the bmw anyways. Maintenance, parts, all cheaper, and the car will be around a long time.

  • @lf2334

    @lf2334

    4 ай бұрын

    @@outofmind9222 I agree. Pretty good chance that that will be the case.

  • @spencerpearson1321
    @spencerpearson13215 ай бұрын

    I regret buying my orient mako 2, because it started out a minute fast per week and after wearing it for three months it was five minutes fast per week I sent it back to them and then it began exponentially slowing. I sent it back again. It started picking up speed again. it never worked correctly which is really frustrating because I absolutely love the way it looks but I’m a chef, so having accurate time is incredibly important.

  • @eagleeyes9770
    @eagleeyes97705 ай бұрын

    I regret every watching this channel… I now own too many nice things! Thanks Carl 👍

  • @CarlMurawski

    @CarlMurawski

    5 ай бұрын

    😚😚😚

  • @Shaboomquisa
    @Shaboomquisa5 ай бұрын

    I have a super high instep too it's such a bummer. no one measures for instep so I had to figure out the hard way many times why my boots dont fit. I have to size up its so bad

  • @justsomeguy5470

    @justsomeguy5470

    5 ай бұрын

    Same here, Chelsea's are just murder on my feet

  • @ArneAsada69
    @ArneAsada695 ай бұрын

    I bought a few Fresh Clean Tees. The first couple of wears are fine. The neck eventually deforms, won’t hold its shape. Late got some True Classics. They’re sort of better. Haven’t had them as long, tbd.

  • @Esteban69129
    @Esteban691293 ай бұрын

    New subscriber because you hang Ole Glory in the background

  • @CarlMurawski

    @CarlMurawski

    3 ай бұрын

    Welcome!!

  • @robertsheehan7554
    @robertsheehan75545 ай бұрын

    Hey Carl, I think we are the same build and I’d love to have that AOS Tweed up here in Western Mass!

  • @comdnoive
    @comdnoive5 ай бұрын

    I wonder which episode you started the hat throw tradition. I was there when it happened but I've forgotten.

  • @amriahmed2200
    @amriahmed22002 ай бұрын

    That Harris Tweed is amazing 🎉

  • @TechnoLawyer
    @TechnoLawyer5 ай бұрын

    I regret nearly everything I’ve purchased except: 1. A cheap house on a 15yr mortgage back when interest rates were 3%. Smartest financial decision I ever made. 2. A pair of Odenwald boots from Allen Edmonds years ago. Look great, fit superbly, and have worn in a way that makes them look even better. 3. A Hamilton khaki field mechanical watch. Looks great with anything casual. 4. A pair of low-top converse Chuck Taylor 70s. Classic looks but built with way more cushioning than the standard Chucks. 5. A pair of selvedge jeans from Uniqlo. 6. A tobacco color corduroy trucker jacket from Banana Republic. Fits me perfectly. 7. A newer MacBook Pro - damn fine laptop, worth every penny. Yeah that’s about it. I have a ton of stuff, and don’t wear or use most of it. Omega watches? Eh, I end up wearing my Hamilton most of the time when I’m casually dressed. Suits and sports coats? Eh, I’ve worked mostly from home since 2018. Various flannels or work shirts from different brands? Eh, there’s like 2-3 I sort of like, rarely touch the rest. Various pairs of selvedge jeans from different brands? Eh, honestly, the cheapie Uniqlos have worn in the best. I could go on. I’m always like “ooh, squirrel!” and buy the thing that catches my eye, then I don’t really use it. Oh and bros, don’t ever buy a white leather chair if you even occasionally wear raw denim…

  • @Hechete
    @Hechete2 ай бұрын

    Oh no!! Purple pants!!! Those were a good idea! Overly formal clothes, shoes that hurt at the start (yes, you can break them in, but how much more do you want to spend for it?), cheap makeup (doesn't matter if your application technique is good. If it doesn't match and it's cheap, it shows) and cheap tools. I'm still annoyed about the circ saw I got off FB marketplace that seemed too good to be true when I was apprenticing and really wanted one. It was. Battery was shot. At least it came with a bag.

  • @almog3875
    @almog38755 ай бұрын

    Studio monitors I bought… They’re just sitting on my desk now, covered. The equipment, cables etc, all in all - it wasn’t worth it, to ME. Could’ve just bought some mid tier bluetooth speakers and call it a day, lol.

  • @leonpowers8762
    @leonpowers87624 ай бұрын

    I like the Wiley X sunglasses for my prescription sunglasses.

  • @ryanmay3471
    @ryanmay34715 ай бұрын

    I bought the ironheart black rider’s jacket for almost $2500 CAD. I don’t own a motorcycle. Gorgeous jacket, but I almost never wear it. The leather is VERY tough and stubborn to break in

  • @nlibby.268
    @nlibby.2685 ай бұрын

    Sadly my greasepoint workwear jeans. I absolutely loved them, unfortunately they shrunk badly and now I can't wear them. I always washed cold and line dry but they still shrunk after every wash.

  • @hondagame7069
    @hondagame70695 ай бұрын

    i regret buying gustin too when they first came in the game. thats so funny i was thinking about getting the iron hearth flannel next.

  • @Doodleman2020
    @Doodleman20205 ай бұрын

    I have the same damn problem with my Bordon boots as you have with the JL boots. Literally a battle of attrition when trying to put the damn things on.

  • @quesoturtle739
    @quesoturtle7394 ай бұрын

    I’m in the same boat as you with the shirt that was to small, except with a jacket. I bought a Buzz Rickson Deck Jacket off eBay and it’s a really nice, warm jacket, but it’s a tad tight in the shoulders and the sleeve holes are way too high and they dig into my armpits. I tried to convince myself it fits fine and it’ll stretch out, but I’m lying to myself.

  • @halwamonster
    @halwamonster4 ай бұрын

    Just saw another similar video and the rule is practicality>fashion/heritage story

  • @peterw8835
    @peterw88355 ай бұрын

    I regret so many things I bought out of FOMO essentially. I also get very enthusiastic about things/hobbies and get very into to them and then loose all interest in them. So I regret a lot of things. As far as footwear, Caterpillar boots, I like their simple style boots more than Timberland and Clark’s cost too much. However, they never fit right to my foot (Palladium has been the best but the glue always gives out). Luckily, I bought them on sale but still they were a lot of money.

  • @DJPTEXAS
    @DJPTEXAS5 ай бұрын

    I have the same problem with a very expensive pair of Lucchese boots... very comfortable and beautiful if I could only get them on ! Lol.....

  • @Andy.Fujimoto
    @Andy.Fujimoto5 ай бұрын

    I've never had a flannel..green is my favorite color.

  • @chaselenert-mondou3258
    @chaselenert-mondou32585 ай бұрын

    I used plastic bags to slip my foot into my role club engineers until they broke in. You can place it just on the heel area to slip it in and then pull the bags out.

  • @johnchampagne2247
    @johnchampagne22475 ай бұрын

    What size is your iron heart flannel? I’d be happy to buy it if it’s an Xl!

  • @drokg4931
    @drokg49315 ай бұрын

    I love camping and golf so clothes tend to be duel function and Black Diamond use to be my go to brand, climbing pants fit me really comfortably. However in the last 4 years the quality of the brand, shirts, pants, shorts have all been falling apart far too quickly. Patagonia climbing pants have take all my money for pants lately. They are great quality and workwear is bombproof.

  • @kryptos5208
    @kryptos52085 ай бұрын

    I am a minimalist but by quality and wait before making a purchase. Levi’s, a Filson Jac shirt, a black tshirt and a pair of blundstone boots is the uniform of the day. If there was ever a reget it would be the omega moon watch. My Submariner is more than enough.

  • @jonathandeere6232
    @jonathandeere62325 ай бұрын

    A black shirt, mock turtle neck, or black tee (depending on weather) would look good with those jeans, along with black leather shoes. Wear the shirt untucked. The black will lower the volume on the pants and look good, I think.

  • @HeritageCast
    @HeritageCast5 ай бұрын

    4:03 Opportunity to work with @TrentonHeath add a side zip or overlap leather... And or these are works of art and should be in a case...

  • @rangerscoach
    @rangerscoach5 ай бұрын

    i know its not in the spirit of this video at all but i have to recommend the freewheelers N1 deck jacket for you i just think dollars per wear it would end up a top 5 item in your wardrobe.

  • @gnarl12
    @gnarl125 ай бұрын

    Any decent watchmaker can fix the crown on that Squale. Smaller watch bands have..... Interesting parts repair policies

  • @emqufortytwo
    @emqufortytwo5 ай бұрын

    I regret buying new Luxotica ray bans. I bought some new old stock bausch&lomb ray bans on ebay for just 30$ more than new ones a couple weeks ago and love them. The quality is not comparable.

  • @Probablyshouldnthave
    @Probablyshouldnthave5 ай бұрын

    True classic tees the fit is so good but you are absolutely correct they do not hold up and are expensive so what other tees have same fit because that is where they shine ?

  • @thec.tysonsynopsis7280
    @thec.tysonsynopsis72805 ай бұрын

    What size are the Lofgrens? If they're 8.5d or 9d I'd be interested

  • @davidanddavidstrading
    @davidanddavidstrading5 ай бұрын

    Carl, big fans. seeing that you are an electrician I wanted to ask you about EMF'S. Do you think that your tradesmen would wear an jacket with EMF protection? Tossing it out there...may not land on the hook! :)

  • @Theis_P
    @Theis_P5 ай бұрын

    The first thing that comes to mind for me is the Patagonia P-6 Logo Responsibili-Tee, For me as a bigger guy there didn't fit me at all and was way to Tait and it was like human sausage casing on me and the only good thing was that I sold them to someone who could use them so they didn't go to waste. it also hurt men a bit because the old patagonia p-6 t-shirt form 7 years was my favorite t-shirt and had the perfect fit and wait for me but the new Patagonia t-shirt even the 100% cotton t-shirt nowadays just not are the and is thinner and build the sam😢

  • @travish3130
    @travish31305 ай бұрын

    So what tshirt do you recommend? I’m there with you on the fresh clean tees

  • @jordyg5000
    @jordyg50005 ай бұрын

    Who knows, 20 years from now with a tweed hat, pipe, feeding pigeons in the park to be that cool old guy, all these could still work.

  • @Vinniev007
    @Vinniev0075 ай бұрын

    What size is the flannel?

  • @jamesfruge9095
    @jamesfruge90955 ай бұрын

    I love the lands end pima cotton t shirts

  • @paulwilliamsd
    @paulwilliamsd5 ай бұрын

    What size is that green iron heart shirt and do u want to sell it?

  • @alexbarnett3223
    @alexbarnett32235 ай бұрын

    Would you please review Cutweather Wool? I can’t find anything about these coats and I’m hesitant to drop the money on them without an experts opinion! I don’t want to regret an expensive purchase!

  • @cmlcorp
    @cmlcorp5 ай бұрын

    Had a pair of ariat hybrid rancher I love them. then I got pair of Sport Fresco VentTEK, they look great, broke in real quick but they have sinthethic linig and fett sweat like crazy.

  • @harrisonmorse3091
    @harrisonmorse30915 ай бұрын

    I regret buying 21oz Iron Heart jeans. They certainly are very nice quality and fit well and faded cool… the thing is that they’re so heavy that people NOTICE they’re heavy. The way they move on your body and crease is reminiscent of a cardboard box, especially when new… plus, it seemed like inevitable failures like crotch blowouts or belt loops coming off didnt happen any later than with lighter denim.

  • @samuraikaoss1455
    @samuraikaoss14555 ай бұрын

    Those jeans look awesome.

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