Wool Bush Shirt ...

Toddy

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No way would I make a bushshirt in an hour, not even the Neolithic cut one.
In a dedicated machinists line, with every one making a specific piece time after time after time, maybe, but you still have the fabric and notions to purchase, and the time to cut out to take into account too. And those are standard sizings.

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£60 is still fairly steep IMO...considering that blanket definitely doesn't cost £18, and there's around 40 quick sales.

Again, happy to pay for good stuff made well, just have to work to my student budget :)
 

littlebiglane

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£60 is still fairly steep IMO...considering that blanket definitely doesn't cost £18, and there's around 40 quick sales.

Again, happy to pay for good stuff made well, just have to work to my student budget :)


Oh I bought 5 of them to floor my tipi. I think that is what they cost me. They are fantastic thickness and quality. Just ask Mastino.

Anyway...I don't know what the cost is yet for the basic shirt. I'll know tomorrow and I'll post it up (or Kev will!) and we can take it from there.

LBL
 

BushEd

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I meant they don't cost Endy's £18 each, otherwise they wouldnt be making any return on them at all.

Have bought from Endy's before, and was exceptionally delighted by the whole experience so whatever it comes out as, it will be worth it no doubt.

BTB many thanks littlebiglane for sorting this out!! :D
 

littlebiglane

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I meant they don't cost Endy's £18 each, otherwise they wouldnt be making any return on them at all.

Have bought from Endy's before, and was exceptionally delighted by the whole experience so whatever it comes out as, it will be worth it no doubt.

BTB many thanks littlebiglane for sorting this out!! :D

Thanks :)

Yeh, I am sure...if it has got the Endy name to it then I am sure it'll be worth it. Will find out today what the deal is..... :)
 

littlebiglane

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The Mastino Bushshirt.

Okay. I have seen it and it looks good. In fact better in the flesh than it does in the photos - please note that the photos here are of a half-finished garment - the hems, hood, neck closure and pockets have not been finished.

But there is good news and not so good news.

First, the not so good news. Kevin will only take, initially, 10 orders for the bush shirt. The reason for this this is workload (he is already busy and his seamstress has other stuff she is making, mending etc.) It will also ensure quality control. If this first 10 is successful then it'll be the next 10....or a waiting list...and so on. I'll come to details on the first 10 and waiting list, payment etc later in this email.

The good news is that the shirt is robust, comfortable, simple and thick and warm. Its not as heavy as I imagined. Even better news is that the basic shirt (including necklace closure, leather neck 'stop' detailing (tbc) and kangaroo pocket will most probably come in at £49. The shirt will be made to order and will be tailored for each individual using various measurements (belly, chest, arms, back, bum etc) to ensure custom fit. He should be able to cope with most sizes including our more 'robust' members ;)

The good news continues....if you want to add extras then these can be added at £3/£5/£10 options : zip closure or button closure instead of tie closure on neck (£5), chest pocket (£3), full zip (£10)....side pockets, access pockets, chest/map pocket, hood volumiser, cuff strap and buttons can all be added as options.

In addition to this Endicott's can offer an "ENDY-Extra" of a 'LifeTime' Fix and Repair Service covering accidental damage or any other 'breakdown / repairs' etc. (P&P at customer's cost).

Finally, they will also be able to offer a 'Personal' detail (logo) or initials in the back inside or on the chest etc. making each one unique and bespoke.

Before we get to the order stage Kevin wants to complete the prototype, finish it to a high standard (hems and edges finished properly, neck-tie completed etc) and to test it. He would also appreciate sensible feedback as to changes and optional additions. I have some photos and some thoughts I have already passed onto him.

My thoughts as to changes to the shirt:

  • Reduce the volume of the rear of the hood (ie get rid of the pointy bit at the back and round it out - see piccie 3 below)
  • Slightly reduce the bulk/volume of the upper arms/shoulders
  • Lower the 'roo pocket by 4 inches
  • Put 'darts' in the seams bottom left and right to aid movement and relieve stress at these points - the point I mean is where the longer back joins the shorter front on each side - you can see where I mean in piccie 4.
  • Don't use metal eyelets for the lace closure but stitched/thread holes as in my experience metal eyelets pull through the material over time.

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I'll draw up a list of the first 10 to post in this thread - then request that everyone on that list confirms they want one. Those who drop out will be offered to the next person who originally posted. A 25% deposit will be required by each person to secure their slot and get the ball rolling on their bushshirt.

Once this 10 is out the way then - depending on feedback - the production will be rolled out on a waiting list basis. I hope the wait will not be too long...but we will cross that bridge when we come to it.
 
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littlebiglane

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First 10 that posted in this thread.
Can you confirm to me by PM by next wednesday that you want to be on this list (below) and wish to proceed with an order - if not then I'll offer it to next person on the list until we have our first 10. If you miss out on the wednesday deadline and drop off the list then you don't visit BCUK enough :D

I'll forego my place in the first 10 as I did not post 'my interest' until later in the thread!

1. Mesquite
2. korvin karbon
3. techworm
4. welshwhit
5. lewiman201
6. BushEd
7. coln18
8. verloc
9. Pepperana
10. Chris the Cat

I won't proceed until we are happy with the feedback as to the prototype shirt before we embark on producing Mk1

LBL
 
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Mesquite

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Great stuff LBL, looks a great job and glad to know it's going to be made to measure :rolleyes: I'm definitely in for it

You'll have a PM very shortly :D
 

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LBL ( Mark ) , Looking very good indeed!! Will Kev have it to hand in the shop for those of us that are local and wish to have a 'up-close-&-personal' moment with it?

Im still in and if he has the shirt to hand in the shop , the little tinker can have a go at taking my measurments.
 

littlebiglane

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LBL ( Mark ) , Looking very good indeed!! Will Kev have it to hand in the shop for those of us that are local and wish to have a 'up-close-&-personal' moment with it?

Im still in and if he has the shirt to hand in the shop , the little tinker can have a go at taking my measurments.

Yep....feel free to pop in. Kev won't mind I am sure! :)

He has it in today (he is wearing the shirt) but drop him a line if you are going some other time to ensure he has it next week before he gives it back with comments to his seamstress.
 
Wow, that looks pretty good and I am still interested. :) Will you need the deposit when you list our names and when we have agreed to still go ahead?
It will be interesting to see how the "pioneer group" get on with it when they are made.

I agree with your comments about the changes

# Slightly reduce the bulk/volume of the upper arms/shoulders
# Lower the 'roo pocket by 4 inches

With regards to the long tail is there something that can be done to that to make it more robust especially if you will be sitting on rough ground etc or will wool itself be robust enough?

All the extras sound reasonable :) and the price seems good as well :)

About the logo, is there the option to sew on a BCUK logo if the person wants it. I guess this would need arranging with Tony if its a good idea?

Thanks again for organising this. great work :)
 

littlebiglane

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I am going to combine this post with my posting above no.87 and edit it into the first post http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=50491 so I can keep that one up to date with all the right information :)

Short-list:

1 Mesquite (confirmed)
2 korvin karbon (confirmed)
3 techworm
4 Chris the Cat
5 welshwhit
6 lewiman201
7 BushEd
8 coln18 (confirmed)
9 verloc (got a good excuse ;) )
10 Pepperana (confirmed)

Long List for those who have expressed and interest and will be asked if they want to confirm their order when the next 'tranche' of ordering comes up. I'll re-check the order of people on the list over the next couple of days to make sure no one jumps the queue :eek:

People can still join the long-list until Kev calls time on it!

11 Leonidas
12 Torak
13 Lincs Bushman
14 markheolddu
15 sasquatch
16 legin
17 The Cumbrian
18 bushcraftsman
19 Spikey DaPikey
20 Pandabean
21 Littlebiglane
22 MikeE
23 calibanzwei
24 Tetley
25 Melonfish
26 TeeDee
27 kpmoloney
28 kawasemi
29 HarryHawk
30 Scottforsythe1 (withdrawn)
31 Goatboy
32 Chrisj
33 deepforest2501
34 Cliv
35 Peterlee_Paddler
36 Northsky
37 Smokoe
38 Treadlightly
39 Enzo
40 OliveDrabnotDPM
41 Mike8472
42 oetzi
43 HillBill
44 hiraeth
45 stickbow
 
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Mesquite

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Short-list:

1 Mesquite (confirmed)
2 korvin karbon (confirmed)
3 techworm
4 Chris the Cat
5 welshwhit
6 lewiman201
7 BushEd
8 coln18
9 verloc
10 Pepperana (confirmed)

Verloc might take a few days to reply.... he's just had a new addition to his family so his attention might be elsewhere :rolleyes:
 

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