Radiant_Platypus6862 t1_j5gk037 wrote on January 22, 2023 at 9:22 PM

There are synthetic garments that will have heat-sealed seams, not glued. I think aside from added embellishments, clothing is not typically glued. And if you want long-lasting clothing, embellished items would not be the way to go. Almost all shoes have adhesive, but I can’t think of a way to actually avoid those. I would say if you truly want items that are definitely stitched together, stick with natural fibers. Things made of cotton, linen, silk, and wool can pretty much only be constructed with actual stitching.

ElephantElmer OP t1_j5ilpd5 wrote on January 23, 2023 at 6:40 AM

Bingo! Heat seamed seals on clothing not made of natural fibers is the issue I’m dealing with. So you’re saying that’s done because there’s no other way?

More_Brick9643 t1_j5j6s4l wrote on January 23, 2023 at 11:26 AM

Sounds like your talking about waterproof jackets? Get an oil jacket if you want bifl.

ElephantElmer OP t1_j5k6f76 wrote on January 23, 2023 at 4:21 PM

Who makes good ones?

More_Brick9643 t1_j5l9pn8 wrote on January 23, 2023 at 8:27 PM

Filson, barbour, rm Williams...there are others

ElephantElmer OP t1_j5mgnl0 wrote on January 24, 2023 at 1:14 AM

Thanks!

Radiant_Platypus6862 t1_j5k9gwj wrote on January 23, 2023 at 4:41 PM

No, not necessarily. Generally speaking, you find heat-sealed seams on synthetic items meant to be worn as undergarments, base layers, or foundation garments to reduce bulk underneath other clothing. Honestly though, synthetic materials are really not ideal for BIFL. Natural fibers are significantly more durable, especially when you are taking care of them correctly.