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ZenoofElia t1_ivfhjmh wrote

Filson pants, shirts, bags.
Patagonia jackets, coats, sweaters.

Columbia coats, jackets, fleeces, pants

Pendleton blankets, shirts, sweaters.
Redwings boots.
Darn Tough socks.
ExOfficio underwear.

edit: It's worth mentioning that I have bought many of these brands used on Ebay knowing that they're warrantied for life.

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nahtorreyous t1_ivfpc0e wrote

Keep an eye on where the Redwings were made. There's crappy ones floating around now.

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yepimasian t1_ivhzp3b wrote

This, lots of their work boots are made in china/overseas now.

Their heritage/fashion line is still made in the US though and are still built to last.

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FiddleTheFigures t1_ivge99u wrote

Dude. This is THE list. Haven’t tried Darn Tough socks though, but you better believe I will!

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dnalloHnosaM t1_ivhlayt wrote

Look into cloudline socks, they have a true hassle free lifetime warranty that doesn't require mailing them back. Darn tough is a solid brand, but the warranty and alternate styles of cloudline are what sold me in the end.

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ZenoofElia t1_ivgg8p9 wrote

Seriously this is the list.

And DT socks are absolutely amazing and crucial, been using them for last 6 years solid. I haven't had stinky feet since then btw, only socks I wear. Just today I sent in 6 pair for warranty because the ankles are a bit loose for my liking. The warranty is bar none, almost a sock club where they credit the value of the socks (even if you bought used or on sale) and you get to replace with whatever you want. Check GoBros to see if they're still on sale and definitely check around black Friday.

Good hunting!

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ZenoofElia t1_iwchcb2 wrote

GoBro's Black Friday deals are on, 25% off DT's yo!!

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nycockroach t1_ivhboyw wrote

Personally prefer Thorogoods for boots, everything else checks out.

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ZenoofElia t1_ivhdjg8 wrote

I haven't tried Thoro's and will keep in mind when/if I need more shoes/boots.

Everything on the list is firsthand experience.

Once I discovered Redwings I stuck with them (have 3 pairs).
I'm also a big fan of Fluevog's for shoes, more so for style than durability.

Good hunting!

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F-21 t1_ivj5vg9 wrote

I really really recommend tryng Jim Green. They're amazing for the cost.

They seem like the kind of brand everyone'll regret not buying once their quality takes a downturn like it happened with all brands that eventually got big enough.

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F-21 t1_ivj5nrx wrote

Both are great and will last, especially the classic moctoes. Thorogoods are a little cheaper and have a synthetic welt, while the redwing moctoes are totally traditional all-leather and cork.

The synthetic welt eventually does crack if it's old and bent enough times. A leather welt won't crack if it's regularly conditioned.

Thorogoods are better for work simply cause they're cheaper and will also last just as long as redwings if you really work in them. For more casual use, neither will wear out but the welt might crack as it gets brittle with age (talking about 7+ years...).

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Thesadgardener t1_ivhg22b wrote

I like darn tough but fell in love with Cloudline. Similar warranty but they just require a picture of the damaged sock. Darn Tough asks for the sock to be mailed back I think.

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dnalloHnosaM t1_ivhl0eg wrote

Second cloudline - quality socks with a true hassle free lifetime warranty.

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acwriting t1_ivi8h2l wrote

I will chime in here and mention that Pendleton new style does not last a lifetime. I’ve noticed a huge downturn in quality once their woolen mills moved overseas—I’d suggest instead to buy filson flannels for a lifetime buy. Incredibly thick, well made, but pricey.

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btc6000 t1_ivi8axc wrote

> Darn Tough socks.

I must have darn tougher toenails, as always seem to get holes in the socks regardless

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Potential_Wave_3662 t1_ivg2kii wrote

Are Filson jeans better than the Carharrt ones?

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ZenoofElia t1_ivg8m5v wrote

They are made in USA of much better quality (stitching, fabric, et al) and they're lifetime warranty. I've never tested it as their products are bar none. I've gotten some nice wool pants used on ebay and a pair of new denims I caught on sale. Really nice stuff.

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Potential_Wave_3662 t1_ivgcita wrote

Great to know. Thanks!

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ZenoofElia t1_ivgde9w wrote

You're welcome. I think the extra cost is worth it for the quality and supporting a US, PNW company. Plus the style and fit are great.

Due to the extra cost I keep an eye out on ebay for my sizes for the more expensive stuff.

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F-21 t1_ivj6das wrote

They're surely better, but you get 4-7 pairs of Carhartt jeans for the same cost (depending on which models we're comparing).

Carhartt work jeans are far from best but they are pretty good and miles better than fast fashion.

So, it depends on how you look at it. Filson might or might not be more bifl, depends on how it's used. Sometimes you'll tear your pants no matter how good they are.

Personally, I'd rather get 5 pairs of Carhartts and they'd probably last me for more than a decade of daily wear.

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Potential_Wave_3662 t1_ivjzcks wrote

Yeah, this is exactly what I was thinking. Buy Carharrt or Wrangler jeans. They will not last forever, but I can buy many of them for the price of 1 par from Filson.

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ZenoofElia t1_ivk0jev wrote

Filson will repair or replace if you "rip" your pants.
These days Cartharts last no longer than 5 years until they start to tatter.
And you get 2-3 pairs per comparable Filson, not 4-7. I have 3 pairs of Filson's, one used and two brand new. I have not paid more than $80 for any of them. Knowing that Filson will repair/replace it's a waste of money to buy something less that's basically disposable.

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F-21 t1_ivkbzgj wrote

Cheapest Filson jeans cost 300€, and the most expensive ones are 400€. Cheapest Carhartt jeans are 65€ and the most expensive are 80€.

So in 'best case for Filson', comparing most expensive Carhartt to cheapest Filson, you get nearly 4 Carhartt jeans. Otherwise you get nearly 5 or 6 cheapest Carhartt jeans for one Filson jeans.

By their website Filson offers a 2 year warranty and nothing more. Besides, that warranty/guarantee only covers manufacturing defects and material defects but excludes instances of 'extreme wear' or 'abuse'.

So as I see it, their guarantee only covers as much as is their good will at the time.

I checked the US sites too. Filson jeans are above 200$ apart from one model that's 165$. Carhartt start at 35$ but the average models are 50$. So yeah, Filson is a bit cheaper, but you still get at least 3 Carhartt pairs, or 4 if you don't choose the cheapest Filson model they sell.

Edit: The US site does not state a 2 year limit on the guarantee, but they still have the exceptions so if the deem it was worn out due to extreme wear then I guess that's it? I'd still rather have 3-4 pairs of quality jeans instead.

Though Carhartt seem to also offer a repair service which is pretty neat.

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ZenoofElia t1_ivke4hq wrote

Like I said I've only used ebay to invest in my Filson's to save money and have paid no more than $80 per pair.

Also look at the "Repair" section. Their products can be repaired by them to increase the lifespan.

To me it is worth it.
I'll be honest, if it's work pants meant to get dirty and worn I'd go with Carthart. Since I no longer do much manual labor (except around the property, where I use my old Cartharts) it's more for durable daily wear with style and the side pocket for my phone to keep front pockets clear. So I use both Filson's (style & daily wear) and Carthart's (dirty work).

To each their own.
Good hunting!

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F-21 t1_ivl4ues wrote

I can totally understand that.... And Filson workers are paid a first world country wage too.

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