The weather back East certainly justifies that coat! Congrats on picking one up, David! I bet the cardigan and that coat make for a warm bundle!
Now only if TF would open a store here in LA... I've heard rumblings that one is in the works. Does anyone have any info/news? The only place to purchase any TF wear here is at Neiman Marcus, and they certainly don't pull out the scotch for you there. 8-)
Kind regards,
Craig
TF store now under construction on Rodeo Dr. $10 charge to walk by on the public sidewalk. ) Awesome coat Mantis and one reason to wish for the return of the Ice Age here in So Cal!
I'm sorry, I love a good coat, and I have little reason to wear my Magnoli QoS cardigan in this weather, but LA weather is so nice right now I'd hate to have an ice age.
"You're both, what's the expression? Damaged goods."
Wow, how cool is that!?!
Seriously, I'm really jealous of you two guys. You don't seem to be too short…
It's great there are some Bond fans out there who do this stuff, wearing originals. Lucky guys, wear it with honour while walking through the streets of Russia. B-)
"Tell me when you do. I'd like to know how it feels."
Hmmm. I was fearing something above the 5k line; thanks a lot for the info, guys, I might consider this.
Btw, great style you both. Of course, we had all previously seen Mantis in his Madagascar outfit, so there... (and his Goldfinger one, and his CR PTS one... you get it).
I bought a pair of socks yesterday. Two for the price of one.
Just kidding. That's a gorgeous coat and it looks great on you. I have always had this debate (usually with myself when no one else is around to see or hear me arguing alone ) about whether designer goods are worth the money or whether the cost is entirely due to the hype of the brand name. I wouldn't buy a brand name solely because of the name, but I will always seek out quality. In some cases, the brand name and quality are synonimous and will last a lifetime (like Burberry and trench coats, Barbour and waxed jackets or Churches and shoes etc), but whether or not the price is justified, you can often see the quality of the item when it is made by a top designer. This coat is an example. The material is beautiful, the cut and finish are perfect and it would likely flatter any wearer - although it obviously looks better on The Mantis than the average person .
Wow, how cool is that!?!
Seriously, I'm really jealous of you two guys. You don't seem to be too short…
It's great there are some Bond fans out there who do this stuff, wearing originals. Lucky guys, wear it with honour while walking through the streets of Russia. B-)
"Tell me when you do. I'd like to know how it feels."
It wasn't shot in Russia but I forgot where it was. I think it's written in the book "Bond on set".
I wouldn't buy a brand name solely because of the name, but I will always seek out quality. In some cases, the brand name and quality are synonimous and will last a lifetime (like Burberry and trench coats, Barbour and waxed jackets or Churches and shoes etc), but whether or not the price is justified, you can often see the quality of the item when it is made by a top designer. This coat is an example. The material is beautiful, the cut and finish are perfect and it would likely flatter any wearer - although it obviously looks better on The Mantis than the average person .
I understand what you're saying and this is also what I believe - quality first. But the examples you gave are very questionable. I used to love Burberry two years ago but I think that 1000-2000 USD for a made in China or Bulgaria or Morocco is a rip off. The coats are well-made, but all the money goes to advertising. Burberry has so much advertising, it's insane.
Quality for me is Loro Piana or even Zegna. And as for trench coat, you should look for Aquascutum. They are about the same prices than Burberry but are made in UK. Church's are very nice shoes, that you can keep. As for Tom Ford, quality is there because Zegna does all their clothes, but the hole experience and brand is where the money truly goes.
What you buy is the James Bond coat - not just a quality coat.
But I think it is worth it for Bond items. Maybe not so much for a regular $10,000 suit.
If you can't trust a Swiss banker, what's the world come to?
It wasn't shot in Russia but I forgot where it was. I think it's written in the book "Bond on set".
I just checked; 'twas in Aldershot, England. A short flight from many of us European bondphiles. Just gotta shape up for the clothes to fit properly (and pay for them, sure).
Hopefully this is not off topic but I am getting a MTM replica version of this overcoat. Just submitted my vitals and should be done in a few weeks. Obviously a little warm now where I am but ready for upcoming winter.
This is not from the usual replica makers. The cost is a fraction of the original and less of the replica makers but will post photos when it arrives for those who are interested. If it turns out close to expectations, I believe it would be an excellent value. After posting the photos, I would be happy to share the maker contacts to all interested people.
Hopefully this is not off topic but I am getting a MTM replica version of this overcoat. Just submitted my vitals and should be done in a few weeks. Obviously a little warm now where I am but ready for upcoming winter.
This is not from the usual replica makers. The cost is a fraction of the original and less of the replica makers but will post photos when it arrives for those who are interested. If it turns out close to expectations, I believe it would be an excellent value. After posting the photos, I would be happy to share the maker contacts to all interested people.
The Magnoli is about 800 USD and does not look like the original at all, I think it's a complete ripoff. I look forward to see yours!
If you can't trust a Swiss banker, what's the world come to?
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it even tells you the washing instructions for the label!....
Wow this is some coat.....
A virgin (wool coat) is always soft, isn't?
Anyone know how much they retail for in the UK?
NMS
I think I will have to stick with my £200 overcoat for now
NMS
Seriously, I'm really jealous of you two guys. You don't seem to be too short…
It's great there are some Bond fans out there who do this stuff, wearing originals. Lucky guys, wear it with honour while walking through the streets of Russia. B-)
"Tell me when you do. I'd like to know how it feels."
Btw, great style you both. Of course, we had all previously seen Mantis in his Madagascar outfit, so there... (and his Goldfinger one, and his CR PTS one... you get it).
Just kidding. That's a gorgeous coat and it looks great on you. I have always had this debate (usually with myself when no one else is around to see or hear me arguing alone
It wasn't shot in Russia but I forgot where it was. I think it's written in the book "Bond on set".
I understand what you're saying and this is also what I believe - quality first. But the examples you gave are very questionable. I used to love Burberry two years ago but I think that 1000-2000 USD for a made in China or Bulgaria or Morocco is a rip off. The coats are well-made, but all the money goes to advertising. Burberry has so much advertising, it's insane.
Quality for me is Loro Piana or even Zegna. And as for trench coat, you should look for Aquascutum. They are about the same prices than Burberry but are made in UK. Church's are very nice shoes, that you can keep. As for Tom Ford, quality is there because Zegna does all their clothes, but the hole experience and brand is where the money truly goes.
What you buy is the James Bond coat - not just a quality coat.
But I think it is worth it for Bond items. Maybe not so much for a regular $10,000 suit.
I just checked; 'twas in Aldershot, England. A short flight from many of us European bondphiles. Just gotta shape up for the clothes to fit properly (and pay for them, sure).
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And here is the tailor that worked on my coat...busy with someone's goodies...
Here is what you see when you go to the bathroom in the store...need to get reprints of this...
Yea...VERY interesting pictures !
Yeah I noticed a couple weeks ago if you look up this store on google maps street view you can see that tailor up there.
You now have to buy the ties, don't you?
May I offer a slighty cheaper version.
http://www.crombie.co.uk/p/Category_Men_Coats/A0018CTBK.htm
And being a Crombie the quality will be good.
That's a bargain for a coat with such a great heritage & quality.
It is.
Ive been thinking about heading into Cardiff this weekend with my flexible friend.
Go for it, I don't think you'd regret buying something that will be a staple for your autumn/winter wardrobe for many years.
It would be great to see Bond wearing such traditional clothing such as Crombie, Aquascutum, Barbour etc.
Much more realistic than him wearing coats costing thousands of £'s & suits for about 10k in my opinion.
You only live once.....glad you bought it
Bush is almost wearing the same suit/shirt/tie as James Bond in the PTS QoS sequence.
This is not from the usual replica makers. The cost is a fraction of the original and less of the replica makers but will post photos when it arrives for those who are interested. If it turns out close to expectations, I believe it would be an excellent value. After posting the photos, I would be happy to share the maker contacts to all interested people.
The Magnoli is about 800 USD and does not look like the original at all, I think it's a complete ripoff. I look forward to see yours!