Flannel Shirt Guide

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  • Опубликовано: 8 сен 2024
  • Ah, the flannel shirt. A mainstay of the cold-weather wardrobe, and cornerstone of rugged style. You don't have to chop wood, or even work with your hands to appreciate the warmth and comfort of a good flannel shirt. Of course, not all flannels are created equal! Some are meant for work, some are meant for style, and some blur the lines between the two. Even flannel fabric can take on several forms: wool, cotton, brushed, smooth, heavy, or light. So rather than try to explain every possible type of flannel shirt, in this video I give you a rundown on the flannels I own and what I like (or dislike) about them.
    -Carhartt Rugged Flex: carhartt.pxf.i...
    -Duluth Free Swingin' Flannel: www.duluthtrad...
    -Woolrich Flannel (closest I could find): amzn.to/34FFDOu
    -LL Bean: www.llbean.com...
    -Taylor Stitch Crater: taylor-stitch....
    -Iron Heart Flannel: www.selfedge.c...
    -Wellen Slub Flannel: www.idevaffili...
    -Taylor Stitch Leeward: taylor-stitch....
    -Or at Huckberry: www.idevaffili...
    -Kato-Brand: kato-brand.com...
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    Reviews of clothing, boots, and accessories for men, along with style advice and life philosophy. I've been working with my hands for my entire life as a mechanic, tow truck driver, and eventually a licensed electrician. Being a blue collar guy, I look for certain elements in a product: is it durable? Is it high-quality? Will it perform well over its service life? Whether boots, pants, jackets, or tools I believe it's best to buy once and cry once by getting the best you can afford. With so many options these days, choosing the best product can become a difficult decision, but that's where I come in. Helping you stay stylish, rugged, and handsome.
    I don't care where it's made as long as it's made well, and allows you to buy less and buy better.

Комментарии • 462

  • @JudsonGraham
    @JudsonGraham 4 года назад +372

    Boys the key to getting good flannel cheap is thrift stores. 👌😜

    • @CarlMurawski
      @CarlMurawski  4 года назад +52

      Thrifting FTW!

    • @varun009
      @varun009 4 года назад +52

      The actual key to cheap, high-quality flannel is sourcing all the materials necessary (thread, fabric, buttons ect.) then making it yourself with a custom pattern. It's not that hard.
      "People who buy things are suckers." - Ron Swanson.

    • @JudsonGraham
      @JudsonGraham 4 года назад +26

      @@CarlMurawski for sure! Just got 2 super nice heavyweight field and stream flannels for 2 dollars a piece

    • @jonlouis2582
      @jonlouis2582 4 года назад +9

      It used to be, I haven;t found anything decent in ages, I went to several today

    • @christianpaljusaj5635
      @christianpaljusaj5635 4 года назад +8

      I buy my Flanell Shirts only at the second hand shop

  • @lauraweiss7875
    @lauraweiss7875 4 года назад +44

    I love winter, and I’m a flannel shirt junkie. My favorites are all wool, but there is a place for cotton and synthetic blends. Fjallraven, Woolrich, Duluth Trading and Legendary Whitetails are my favorite brands.

  • @brucemurray2520
    @brucemurray2520 4 года назад +47

    Vermont Flannel, made in the USA, is my brand. Keep up the great videos.

    • @opgaquatics5609
      @opgaquatics5609 3 года назад +2

      Thank you sir, I will definitely be buying a couple of their flannels when I get my pay check!

    • @BillStreetStudios
      @BillStreetStudios 2 года назад +1

      Where can I find them? As a flannel fan I would love to check them out

    • @EQ9962
      @EQ9962 2 года назад +2

      Based on your comment i bought a vermont flannel. Thank you so much! I have 5 now. American made. They are quality. Thick, soft and great fit. Never would have discovered them were it not for this video

    • @brucemurray2520
      @brucemurray2520 2 года назад +1

      @@EQ9962 Great to hear you like the Vermont Flannels!!!

    • @TheOneWhoSimps
      @TheOneWhoSimps 6 месяцев назад

      I've imported 4 of them and they're fantastic.

  • @davidstepanczuk
    @davidstepanczuk 3 года назад +15

    One of the things I appreciate the most is that you mentioned the weight of all shirts. Some catalogs/web pages don't do that.

  • @brianhanson5473
    @brianhanson5473 4 года назад +7

    Dixxon flannels seem to handle all my needs, thick enough to wear on my bike in the fall, thin enough to wear under a heavy coat in our horrible CNY winters

    • @JamesNestaCirrito
      @JamesNestaCirrito 4 года назад +3

      Love My dixxons. Just got a couple of the Halloween releases, those damn limited editions always get me.

    • @CarlMurawski
      @CarlMurawski  4 года назад +3

      I need to try these!

    • @jimpion
      @jimpion 4 года назад +2

      Come drink the Dixxon kool aide with us Carl!

    • @Ezisnotaman
      @Ezisnotaman 3 года назад

      @@JamesNestaCirrito Me too!! I bought my first one, and LOVED it. Inside of two month, I own a dozen of them. It's an addiction.

  • @MatthewHartsuch
    @MatthewHartsuch 2 года назад +4

    I just got a bunch of flannel and denim shirts from my deceased grandfather, and there's a lot of vintage labels like Sears Roebuck it's pretty cool and smells like old people 😎

  • @Atomicneko3000
    @Atomicneko3000 4 года назад +78

    I love flannel but I cannot stand artificial fabrics ones. Polyester and nylon just don’t hold up, especially in a work environment.

  • @freddyfox5002
    @freddyfox5002 4 года назад +59

    I found a Pendleton 100% Virgin wool "Lumberjack" shirt for 5-7$ at a secondhand sale.

    • @benphillips7289
      @benphillips7289 2 года назад +1

      I work at a secondhand store and when something has some stains and tears we recycle it. So The Pendleton I have was 10¢. It's a size too big but it's still great to wear

    • @koczownik_miejski3169
      @koczownik_miejski3169 2 года назад +1

      Same.

  • @50rocket82
    @50rocket82 4 года назад +44

    Pendleton’s are the ones to have have. (Board shirt)

    • @drzaius844
      @drzaius844 4 года назад

      Eric Vasquez Pendleton’s are wool.

    • @gregorio6045
      @gregorio6045 4 года назад +1

      I was waiting to see a pendleton comment i love them they are so warm and look amazing

    • @edmundooliver7584
      @edmundooliver7584 4 года назад

      I always used to wear pendletons but that wool and hot. but we iron and crease them military style

    • @Spoons7414
      @Spoons7414 3 года назад

      Lol who the fuck is wearing $150 flannels? My winter jacket is almost half that and it’ll probably last me 15yrs. I’d burn through that $159 flannel in a season.

    • @twitch01
      @twitch01 3 года назад

      @@Spoons7414 Hey, a lot of people are. Pendletons were big in the 60's with surfers, then college students, then in the 90's it was big with cholos. Used to be worn by lumberjacks too. I have one my grandpa was wearing in the 70's. Doubt he wore it to work as a pipe coverer but still, that's a lot of life for a shirt. Find em on ebay for around 50 used - worth it imo.

  • @_bats_
    @_bats_ 4 года назад +14

    Throwing in another really great, affordable flannel: Muji. I'm not sure how widespread this store is in western countries (if at all), but this is basically a Japanese clothing store that's a higher end version of Uniqlo plus home goods. I got one of their flannels recently that's ridiculously thick, plush cotton that fits my frame (wide shoulders, broad chest) better than any other off-the-rack flannel I've tried. I'm not sure about US retail, but the price was about $50 MSRP but were on sale for about $20 when I picked them up. Best shirts for your money I've ever seen.

    • @hoodzspiderman
      @hoodzspiderman 8 месяцев назад

      in china muji’s price is the same as uniqlo. even sometimes muji is cheaper than uniqlo.but i think muji’s guality is better cuz many of dem r made in japan.

  • @wlipman
    @wlipman 3 года назад +12

    What are the chances that I would click on this flannel shirt review, only to find the shirt I'm presently wearing, in the exact color, on your mannequin? Helluva shirt!

  • @michaellacy8510
    @michaellacy8510 Год назад +1

    Here in northern California a flannel is usually cotton. Same shirt in wool we always called a "Pendelton." I wear the same cotton flannels to work and in the outdoors. Also useful as a light "jacket" overshirt. I love 'em!

  • @TheWilliamswarrior
    @TheWilliamswarrior 4 года назад +9

    The brown one with the flecks would make a great wind breaker shirt jacket for us in Florida, for our winters.

  • @kevinleyva3003
    @kevinleyva3003 4 года назад +18

    I've been purchasing most of mine second hand from etsy or ebay since I can find some older, USA made items at a great deal.

  • @blakedavis2447
    @blakedavis2447 2 года назад +1

    Urban pipeline is underrated, cheap, well made, comfortable and stylish.

  • @brianagee2790
    @brianagee2790 3 года назад +2

    My Iron Heart flannel workshirt is my most worn piece of clothing. So comfortable and the arm lengths are perfect because it doesn't ride up on my arms. Love it.

  • @queach5706
    @queach5706 4 года назад +7

    I’m amazed time and time again by these videos. I’m from Shenandoah Valley in Virginia, and it gets cold down here and flannels are amazing for the the fall in winter!

  • @juanvillegas2394
    @juanvillegas2394 3 года назад +2

    you have the best flannel collection ever

    • @CarlMurawski
      @CarlMurawski  3 года назад +1

      Hahaha thank you. I’ve added a couple shirts that filled it out nicely. Maybe I should do an update soon...

    • @juanvillegas2394
      @juanvillegas2394 3 года назад

      @@CarlMurawski Yes! That would be awesome!

  • @flhtone
    @flhtone 4 года назад +2

    I purchased my first Dixxon about 5 years ago. I now own a closet full of their offerings. My oldest shirt still looks every bit as good as my newest. Top quality at a reasonable price!

    • @cat_died
      @cat_died 2 года назад +1

      I thought I was alone, and was kinda surprised that they weren't in the video.

    • @airborne652
      @airborne652 Год назад +1

      Hi, just purchased my first Dixxon. There’s lots of good offerings and the microfibre glasses cloth idea is brilliant. I hope I’m not disappointed.

  • @Sandipan_Naskar
    @Sandipan_Naskar 4 года назад +2

    I am a large guy, and your videos help me alot..
    Thanks 🙂

  • @m.ferreira470
    @m.ferreira470 4 года назад +7

    Love my LL Bean traditional flannel shirt! I'm athletic build and the tailored fit fits well on me. Also that Portuguese flannel, which I thought was a little gimmicky, is fantastic! I also bought their Portuguese flannel sheets and sleepwear! Lol

  • @FroggyFrog9000
    @FroggyFrog9000 4 года назад +9

    Ive gota a LL Bean flannel shirt and its really good, you can see the quality and the colours are awesome.

  • @TheAxe4Ever
    @TheAxe4Ever Год назад

    Growing up, I never knew there was any other kind of shirt than flannel. My grandfather wore flannel year round. My dad wore flannel damn near all year round. I think all the onesies I wore as a baby were flannel. They call that guy that has a gun channel Garand Thumb the “flannel daddy”. Hilarious! I was wearing flannel while he was jumping from one nut to the next to avoid being a bastard. 😂 I’ve got some of my dads old flannel shirts that are probably going on 40 years old and holding up great. With all the choices out there today the fact remains, they don’t make them like they used to.

  • @djbigredaz3515
    @djbigredaz3515 2 года назад +1

    I really like the fabric and fit of the Dixxon out of the package.

  • @fastleopard1
    @fastleopard1 4 года назад +12

    Living in NC a flannel shirt can often be a jacket in the morning with a layer underneath

    • @joshuahoward7567
      @joshuahoward7567 3 года назад

      I’m in Moore County NC man and yeah a good thick flannel will be all you need most days before this time of year

  • @stantheman5163
    @stantheman5163 3 года назад +2

    Northwest Heavyweight is the thickest flannel I own. Still holds up after over 10 years of use here in Portland. New favorite is from Duluth Trading. Sized large so a medium fits me like the Large Northwest. Same with my Fjallraven wool blend and my 100% wool Pendleton Board Shirt. Last on the list is my L.L. Bean cotton flannel that looks like a pajama top it is so thin compared to the others. All of them were worth the money I paid for them. I wouldn´t pay over a hundred for a flannel shirt. I got the Pendleton and Fjallraven on sale for around a hundred and they are worth it.

  • @TruthTriumphs786
    @TruthTriumphs786 3 года назад +1

    I love your sense of style. Even I am bald with a beard. I need to add more of Flannel shirts in my wardrobe

  • @sthaack
    @sthaack 4 года назад +6

    Eddie Bauer makes some very solid flannels as well. Catch them during one of their 50% off sales and you're good to go

    • @22busy43
      @22busy43 3 года назад

      I have several in different weights

  • @dboygoode
    @dboygoode 4 года назад +2

    Im a big fan of that solid green flannel. I too an a big fan of this choice for the current season. Nice video.

  • @brotherlove100
    @brotherlove100 4 года назад +9

    This is a episode after my own heart. We should be friends. But I thought Filson and Fjallraven were expensive...but Iron Heart!

  • @bheinatz1
    @bheinatz1 4 года назад +5

    If you're willing to get The Ironheart for $350, maybe you should look into a flannel by Luigi Borrelli. I have a couple of their flannels and they're crazy good. Borrelli shirts have handsewn collars, shoulders, plackets, and sleeve gauntlets, plus hand-set sleeves. For finishing, the buttonholes are hand-embroidered and 4mm thick mother of pearl buttons attached by hand with a chicken foot stitch. Not to mention, the fabrics they use are the best in the world: incredibly soft and supple, in beautiful, stylish colorways. Each shirt is like a piece of art, handmade for you in Napoli. I marvel at all the little stitches put in by hand half a world away: beautiful!
    There are advantages to the handsewn seams besides aesthetics, though, too. It is more comfortable, truly molding to the body. The seams done by hand have so much more flexibility than a machine sewn seam.
    They are truly stylish and comfortable shirts that I cannot recommend enough. I mean, who can beat the Neopolitans in style?
    The one downside is that they are not always extremely durable, but you seem to be a man who looks after his things. If you want to dip your toe in the water, get a used one off eBay!

    • @OosGuitar
      @OosGuitar 4 года назад

      the Italians are definitely known for the craftsmanship in delicate fabrics, but if you want something a bit more rugged - whether that's for style or functionality - then I don't know if that's your best option

  • @Jesman71
    @Jesman71 2 года назад +1

    You've taught me a lot about what to look for in quality clothing. ❤the channel.

  • @jrchevy2500
    @jrchevy2500 3 года назад +1

    Dixxon Flannels are awesome. Look good, feel good, affordable. Only bad thing is you have to be fast! Most flannels Will sell out in your size within minutes of release.

  • @mrgt3201
    @mrgt3201 4 года назад +37

    Iron Heart are grail pieces. I notice they sell out quickly.

    • @CarlMurawski
      @CarlMurawski  4 года назад +5

      They seriously FLY off the shelves.

    • @sf7truthseeker630
      @sf7truthseeker630 4 года назад +1

      Where are the clothing made?
      S

    • @andrewsalazar98
      @andrewsalazar98 4 года назад +2

      SF7 Truth Seeker Japan

    • @mrgt3201
      @mrgt3201 3 года назад

      @@berg4mot I only paid £291 and £215 for mine. Utter bargains 😁

    • @satulytman
      @satulytman 3 года назад +1

      @@CarlMurawski they fly off the shelves because they cost the same as an airplane ticket.

  • @sethmars7136
    @sethmars7136 4 года назад +4

    Not flannel in this sense, but the LL Bean Flannel lined Hurricane shirt is the most amazing shirt I own. It's a flannel shirt inside with a good canvas water-repelling outer shell. I've used two of them for the last 3 winters and I can't imagine a better shirt. They're about $75.
    They're somewhere between the over shirt and regular shirt level. They're thick shirts but I wear them tucked in with an under shirt and they work well enough. I'm a very large guy though so I can fill out a thick, big shirt being tucked in without looking silly.
    For not-insane priced shirts you really can't do better. Yes, the $200+ flannel shirts are nicer, but you also worry about staining them. For $75 I feel good wearing the LL Bean canvas shirts for work and play.

  • @lanedexter6303
    @lanedexter6303 2 года назад +7

    That $350 shirt had better come with a Geisha to help me on and off with it and to launder it! I’m a second hand shop guy. My best find (my wife saw them) was Nick’s boots marked $5 and $3.85 with coupon! And I do consider American made a priority, especially since products from China may not even get here.

  • @RevLev06
    @RevLev06 4 года назад +6

    Wow, another fine video - I learned a lot too. One thing to note regarding plaid designs - the difference between a woven plaid and a printed plaid. The Duluth Flannel and the Taylor Stitch Crater are woven plaid patterns. The plaid pattern is formed by different colored threads, woven into a plaid pattern. The Carhartt and Kato are plaid prints. The cloth is imprinted with a dye patterned to be a plaid, it can be anything and most patterned shirts are print patterns. It is a matter of personal preference and choice as to which you prefer. I like aspects of both printed and woven plaid flannel shirts. Keep up the good work.

    • @CarlMurawski
      @CarlMurawski  4 года назад +1

      Thank you so much! I hope you’re well, and I appreciate the thoughtful response as usual.

  • @jimtanner4310
    @jimtanner4310 4 года назад +2

    I would also add that your reviews are always top notch

    • @CarlMurawski
      @CarlMurawski  4 года назад +1

      Well thank you! I try to make them as consistent and high quality as I can. That doesn't always work, but there are always ways to improve.

  • @sanecrazy12
    @sanecrazy12 4 года назад +1

    Love that Taylor .. I'm a sucker for Vintage Five Brother.. The Super thick vintage ones. Hard to beat for a work shirt

  • @davidg7826
    @davidg7826 4 года назад +3

    take a look at Dixxon flannels, great material and they look great for the price.

    • @CarlMurawski
      @CarlMurawski  4 года назад +1

      I’ve seen these advertised and really want to see what they’re all about!

    • @davidg7826
      @davidg7826 4 года назад

      Carl Murawski same here and I kept put off buying them for a while. I finally picked one up last month, and have already gone back and bought 4 more. They do run a tad on the larger side

    • @ericlee1624
      @ericlee1624 4 года назад

      @@CarlMurawski I've been on the Dixxon bandwagon for a year and a half. I wear them 90% of the time including summer. They hold up absolutely great. Only issue I've got is, through my own fault, I used the dryer mainly and there is a little bit of pilling to the fabric on my oldest two. But if you hang dry them, they stay slick and clean for as long as I can tell.

  • @camerondaszkiewicz5393
    @camerondaszkiewicz5393 4 года назад +1

    As a born and bred New Englander I completely agree. It’s a duty to wear flannel as soon as it turns chilly.

  • @cwarner218
    @cwarner218 3 года назад +2

    Great review. I'm definitely a flannel guy. I've tried the Duluth flannel and Legendary Whitetails before, didn't like them at all. They felt cheap and didn't wear well. What I found was the best for me, was the Eddie Bauer "Eddies favorite" flannel, which comes in relaxed, classic and slim cuts. They are around $70 and have lasted me around 7 years. I've got one that is just now starting to show signs of wear. The Iron Heart looks great but I refuse to spend $300 on a shirt, that is taking away from boot money !

  • @adamg7850
    @adamg7850 4 года назад +2

    Naked and Famous makes some badass flannels

  • @arthurbarrios888
    @arthurbarrios888 2 года назад +2

    I love shopping for USA made flannels on eBay and thrift shops. Some of my favorite brands are Winter run, Cabela deerskin, LL Bean

  • @epayne
    @epayne 4 года назад +1

    Good for you! Tailoring clothes needs to become popular again.

  • @rob060
    @rob060 4 года назад +1

    I've had an Iron Heart ultra heavy flannel for 4 years. I wear it to work all the time and I have a pretty physically demanding job. It fits me perfectly and I definitely don't baby it and yet it still looks great. I really want another one.

  • @grantdanze5215
    @grantdanze5215 3 года назад +1

    A good flannel I recently discovered is called Williams Bay. Nice thick cotton flannel with quality stitching. I've only seen them at the store Ranch and Home here in Oregon. Got mine on clearance for $5. So I bought two.

  • @dinosaurswilldie8
    @dinosaurswilldie8 4 года назад +7

    Flannels forever 🤘🏻

    • @CarlMurawski
      @CarlMurawski  4 года назад +1

      100%!! Plus I want to know more about your small engine speed shop! That sounds awesome

    • @dinosaurswilldie8
      @dinosaurswilldie8 4 года назад +1

      Carl Murawski lmfao thank you for your interest. I’m just a novice mechanic that likes to make mini bikes and go karts go fast 🏎🤘🏻

    • @CarlMurawski
      @CarlMurawski  4 года назад +1

      So cool!!!

    • @dinosaurswilldie8
      @dinosaurswilldie8 4 года назад

      Carl Murawski thank you 🤘🏻 feel free to check out the few videos I have on my channel

  • @jimtanner4310
    @jimtanner4310 4 года назад +5

    I like Eddie Bauer flannel shirts The fit is always good you can always catch them on sale I would like to see you do a review on Eddie Bauer down jackets

    • @CarlMurawski
      @CarlMurawski  4 года назад

      I think you're right, this is the second time people have recommended them, and it sounds like I'm missing out on a real winner.

    • @rustishackleford3354
      @rustishackleford3354 4 года назад

      Only thing is they're too long for me to wear untucked. I'm only 5'8" and the medium is perfect except the length.

    • @MrWarfare338
      @MrWarfare338 4 года назад

      I gotta agree i love my eddie bauer flannels, jackets, and pants

  • @Shamrockjason
    @Shamrockjason 4 года назад +21

    You forgot Dixxon Flannels... Great company and quality shirt

    • @ericlee1624
      @ericlee1624 4 года назад +2

      Absolutely.

    • @hugogonzalez3610
      @hugogonzalez3610 3 года назад +2

      Overprice shit

    • @theax40
      @theax40 3 года назад +2

      Dixxons aren't flannels, they're work shirts that fit like dress shirts that have flannel-like patterns. No one is paying $60 for a Dixxon and then doing dirty work in them, which is what a flannel is meant for. "Working class brand" is a bunch of BS.

  • @Klexem
    @Klexem 3 года назад +2

    I would recommend the Vans Hixon. 12oz and super durable. I have had mine for six years and it is still in great condition. It is on the border of shirt and outer shirt but once it’s worn in after a wash it is very comfy. :-)

  • @rob43
    @rob43 4 года назад +11

    Good selection of price ranges. I've lived in my Patagonia flannels for years and they are hard to beat IMO but I might have to try the Leeward Shirt. Good job Carl!

    • @CarlMurawski
      @CarlMurawski  4 года назад

      I’d love to try the Patagonia stuff. So many great brands to choose from!

    • @sampejke
      @sampejke 2 года назад

      @@CarlMurawski what about Columbia? is it any good?

  • @haroldcale4767
    @haroldcale4767 2 года назад +1

    All year flannel shirts at 75 this is what I like. flannel is better than your camo shirts. Less costly as well.

  • @jamesmorrison7847
    @jamesmorrison7847 3 года назад

    The "Burley weight" flannel from Duluth Trading is the best I've ever seen.

  • @turbochargedlegs
    @turbochargedlegs 4 года назад

    my favorite flannel shirt brand is Five Brother. Really thick material but also soft. I wear these for my job a lot and durability is amazing.

  • @kushviper
    @kushviper 2 года назад

    The LLBean signature flannel shirts are slim fit, thick af, and warm/soft. Highly recommend! Extremely handsome stuff

  • @reecejones1341
    @reecejones1341 4 года назад +5

    Could you please do a video on how to dress professionally for working in a trade? How to wear flannels and look professional and other clothing

    • @theax40
      @theax40 3 года назад

      Just tuck in whatever shirt you're wearing. That's literally it.

  • @elderhiker7787
    @elderhiker7787 2 года назад

    Excellent review. I am an unabashed flannel freak. For wool I have 3 Pendleton shirts for evening wear wool shirts. For woods-walking, I have Duluth, Eddie Bauer, Lands End, and a couple of off brands. From my sample size, like the Duluth and Eddie Bauer. The Duluth flannels are too long in the sleeves so I have moved one button over so the cuff holds the sleeves up from sliding over my wrists. It works for me.

  • @siryounes6264
    @siryounes6264 2 года назад +1

    Man i like your vibes

  • @ericlee1624
    @ericlee1624 4 года назад +1

    Nothing wrong with tailoring any clothes you like. If you do give Dixxon a try as you've mentioned in some comments, they run long in the sleeves and a little wide at the bottom, so if you want a dressier look, you'll want to plan on getting it tailored. I dont tuck mine and am good with the bulky look of them, so personal preference on that.

  • @jonlouis2582
    @jonlouis2582 4 года назад +1

    That was very interesting. I'm a Carhartt fan, but the first thing I do is grab a seam ripper and remove the branding. At twice the price, the Woolrich shirt will last more than twice as long I'll bet, but as you say, I wouldn't wear it for heavy work. LL Bean is probably the beast value IMO.

    • @bignickenergy2042
      @bignickenergy2042 2 года назад

      You can take that square logo off pretty easily? I hate the carhart logo it stands out way too much!

  • @bishopm4401
    @bishopm4401 4 года назад +4

    You uploaded this the day I bought my first flannel (a Duluth burleyweight) and I’m just now seeing it 🙄
    Also I thought the wool rich was just gray until you mentioned the red. I guess I’m color blind lol

    • @ajohnson153
      @ajohnson153 4 года назад +1

      Don't feel too bad, I didn't see the green even after he mentioned it.

  • @walterbryan1798
    @walterbryan1798 3 года назад

    I have two Kohl's-brand flannels and two Walmart-brand flannels I have been more than impressed with. I wear them for work.
    Living in Florida, I only need them a few months out of the year. Since they are from retail stores and are the house brand, I was surprised they have lasted me this long.
    I have had the Walmart ones for probably 5 years and the Kohl's ones for 3 or 4. I didn't expect them to fall apart after a few wears, but they are still looking good. The Kohl's ones are still quite soft.

  • @fattbobb7095
    @fattbobb7095 Год назад

    Outstanding video. I like flannel too.

  • @TheBurg229
    @TheBurg229 4 года назад +4

    I'm cheap and I get my flannel from Bass Pro. Makes me less sad when I get gun oil or black residue on them practicing at the skeet range, or when I get it caught on my hand saw.

  • @MrNimurai
    @MrNimurai 4 года назад +16

    The flannel GOD! Love that kato shirt and the last Taylor Stitch one. (most of them are great, but those spoke the most to me). You also nailed it with the description of Taylor Stitch. I can't think of any other brand that has as many pieces that awaken my inner lumberjacking dock worker cowboy that drives a scrambler motorcycle and goes camping in the pacific northwest as much as them. (Also peak 2010s hipster, but I don't care).
    How would you say the quality is overall? I remember a few years ago people were worried about it going downhill since they moved away from manufacturing in the USA. By the way, check out the Ojai jacket in green wool they just had up, it might be the best looking jacket of its type I've seen, and I own many and have seen most. Too bad I'm European, so I'll have to keep looking at their stuff as inspo only. Nevertheless, keep putting out great content dude!

  • @cannonnicholls3526
    @cannonnicholls3526 4 года назад +2

    Get a Dixxon. They are amazing!!!

  • @steyn1775
    @steyn1775 3 года назад +1

    you can also look into Varustaleka Flannel shirts for 100 euro/dollar!
    and they are super good for the quality and the price (flannel shirts are 65% recycled wool, 30% polyster and 5% other unknown fibers)
    there's also a simple greyish green and dark greyish woolen shirts called Särmä Wool Field Shirt (same 65% recycled wool, 30% polyster and 5% other unknown fibers)
    and the website also sells other really good quality woolen clothing for a very good price

  • @arthur_shadows5078
    @arthur_shadows5078 2 года назад

    this hat on your thumbnail is my fav hat you got

    • @CarlMurawski
      @CarlMurawski  2 года назад

      Its a great one, Tom Beckbe waxed hat.

    • @arthur_shadows5078
      @arthur_shadows5078 2 года назад

      @@CarlMurawski its a beaty

    • @arthur_shadows5078
      @arthur_shadows5078 2 года назад

      I would love to see you use it in a video sometime maybe the shirt aswell

  • @solecellarz2881
    @solecellarz2881 4 года назад +11

    That thumbnail...you got that “ I’m here to kick a$$” look.

    • @CarlMurawski
      @CarlMurawski  4 года назад

      Haha, I think I was just super uncomfortable having my picture taken!

    • @brandonkey181
      @brandonkey181 4 года назад +2

      Alternatively, "I'm here to grill some burgers" look

    • @mycatandiareghosts5230
      @mycatandiareghosts5230 4 года назад

      @@brandonkey181 Im here to swallow nut look

  • @dragland7268
    @dragland7268 2 года назад +1

    Orvis makes great flannel shirts as well.

  • @douglascook695
    @douglascook695 2 года назад

    Love my Patagonia flannels.

  • @si_vis_pacempara_bellum4906
    @si_vis_pacempara_bellum4906 3 года назад

    Love my some flannels, especially when I'm aboard, reminds me of America.

  • @unspokenwording4850
    @unspokenwording4850 4 года назад +6

    costco has some nice thick flannel, theyre boxy but still feels to be of nice quality

  • @CarlspacklerJr
    @CarlspacklerJr 4 года назад

    Your IH flannel is the ihsh-31 which was released in 2010. It’s a Fall weight flannel with slightly different snaps than the Ultra Heavy Flannel. But you’re correct, IH flannels are the best you can buy. The UHF’s are insanely good and usually sell out right away. People might scoff at the price but they’re worth every penny. 👍

  • @bigwalt818
    @bigwalt818 4 года назад +1

    Awesome video. I want to go buy a flannel shirt now.

  • @thepipejunkie8359
    @thepipejunkie8359 3 года назад

    My favorite brand of flannel is undoubtedly Lincoln Outfitters, it's mostly carried by Tractor Supply and mine is great. Of course I wear flannel everyday because I love it and my Lincoln has served me well

  • @albertmanuel5028
    @albertmanuel5028 4 года назад +17

    As usual, great job Carl. You nailed LL Bean, their “slim fit “ still fit me like a bedsheet. I recently bought a $200 flannel by Eat Dust (on sale, half price) and yes, you can tell the difference in the fit and quality. I’m about to drop $78 on a Gustin that is made with Japanese flannel. I’m curious to see if the quality matches up at that lower price.

    • @toddmarten1364
      @toddmarten1364 2 года назад

      I've been looking at getting an LL Bean flannel but hear they run a little huge. I'm a size small in Dixxon and small/medium in other shirts. I dont want them too long that just looks dumb. What is your suggestion?

    • @Underthehood1
      @Underthehood1 2 года назад

      @@toddmarten1364 my go to’s are Portuguese flannel and Brixton. True to size and good quality material. I’ve also got some good ones from J.crew, they got some nice choices on there currently.

  • @JelloThatsMellow
    @JelloThatsMellow 4 года назад +6

    Holy shit the price of these shirts. I could get a decent suit for two of them!

    • @cowboycody8094
      @cowboycody8094 4 года назад

      Wrangler sells some inexpensive flannel shirts in winter.

  • @parthavmody4875
    @parthavmody4875 4 года назад +1

    Excellent video, love the flannels from Taylor stitch!

  • @traditionalarcher1
    @traditionalarcher1 4 года назад +9

    lol, I wear $9.00 Walmart flannels and i love them

    • @theax40
      @theax40 3 года назад

      Ha me too. I have a few that are really cool colorways and patterns. I don't understand paying $50-100+ on a flannel that's gonna get dirty and worn out. Just buy 5-10+ Walmart flannels and rotate a new one in when the old one is out of life. Seems like the smarter way to go.

  • @borndead327
    @borndead327 4 года назад +1

    Dixxon for the win

  • @whitemakesright2177
    @whitemakesright2177 4 года назад +13

    Re: tailoring a flannel shirt, fit is primarily part of function, not form. It's much easier, safer, and more enjoyable to work in clothes that fit well.

  • @patrickfort4467
    @patrickfort4467 3 года назад +1

    I find Patagonia flannels to be among the best, and they come in two weights.

  • @johnyricco1220
    @johnyricco1220 4 года назад +1

    I liked shirts from Lucky Brand. Fit was excellent and lasted a good long time.

  • @jamesporter6288
    @jamesporter6288 2 года назад

    Love my Virginia wool shirt! I searched for this

  • @johnharrington2400
    @johnharrington2400 4 года назад +1

    slightly more dressy, Vince plaid shirts are perfect. Expensive but wonderful compared to other lighter weight plaid shirts.

  • @CH-bp3bj
    @CH-bp3bj 4 года назад +5

    Great flannel review. I've been getting into Iron Heart more lately, but I don't have any of there shirts. I hope to pick up one of there flannels soon. I've got one from 3sixteen and it's pretty damn sweet.

  • @agbq77
    @agbq77 4 года назад

    Great video! Flannel is the King!

  • @EricHeffner
    @EricHeffner 2 года назад

    This has been a fun and great review I cannot pass up a Carhart flannel at least one per year ,I have a problem, and to all the dumpster divers when you’re a bigger guy and your size starts at 3X you don’t find anything at thrift stores you would actually burn $50 driving from thrift store to thrift store to find anything so why ?

  • @jfu5222
    @jfu5222 4 года назад +3

    St. John's Bay from JC Penney make an excellent heavy cotton flannel for about $40. I got two after X-Mas for half price

    • @MKE_Mike
      @MKE_Mike 4 года назад

      I have a heavy SJB flannel, it's my favorite. It's held up great for years .

    • @austinwanner449
      @austinwanner449 4 года назад

      i got mine at kohl's on clearance actually. they're pretty cheap this time of year.

  • @jae3003
    @jae3003 4 года назад

    Dickies, Port Authority, and George are my favorite flannel brands so far

  • @canadafree2087
    @canadafree2087 3 года назад +2

    Nov 8, 2019? Psssst! It is Flannel season again.

  • @elmarwaldvogel3383
    @elmarwaldvogel3383 4 года назад +2

    Thank you for this overview! It is really helpful. :-)

    • @CarlMurawski
      @CarlMurawski  4 года назад

      Thank you for watching! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!

  • @Hotspur62
    @Hotspur62 4 года назад +1

    You can't beat Made in Japan clothing. The workmanship and quality of the cloth are second to none and that's why you pay through the nose. That $300 Iron Heart is probably 1/3 less here in Asia; the mark up once it reaches American shores is incredible. If you get the opportunity check out the flannels from Freewheelers...a Japanese work wear brand.

  • @SerialEater274
    @SerialEater274 3 года назад +2

    Great video! I stick to Carhartt/Duluth for my flannel needs. I was hoping to find another one to try here, but I don't think so. My issue is that I am tall(6'4") and I have EXTREMELY long arms. Carhartt/Duluth Tall sizes barely cut it for sleeve length. Sucks that so fre companies offer Tall sizing, or longer sleeved in general.

  • @circa54
    @circa54 2 года назад

    Man would I like to try out iron hearts flannel. Over $300 for one flannel is insane. I guess I’m glad there’s a 2 hour drive for a place that I’d be able to try one on. I’d be afraid I would try it on and say, yup I gotta have this.

  • @15buckeye15
    @15buckeye15 4 года назад +6

    Hi Carl, speaking of LL Bean, have you ever done a video review on their men’s original boots made in Maine? Just and idea for a future video. I was thinking of purchasing a pair. Keep up the great videos. Thanks.

  • @operamatthew
    @operamatthew 2 года назад

    imogene & willie, railcar & duckworth make the best usa made wool flannels imo. as for cotton flannels… studio d’ artisan overdye’d flannels are killer.

  • @jackfordmac
    @jackfordmac 4 года назад +1

    Great video Carl. Really enjoyed it

    • @CarlMurawski
      @CarlMurawski  4 года назад

      Thank you so much! It was a fun one to make.

    • @WhatAFluke
      @WhatAFluke 4 года назад

      @@CarlMurawski hey Carl, great video as always! Do you use these like you would an overshirt/shirt jacket? Or is that a whole separate video?
      I have a ton of technical jackets for hiking and extreme cold (Arc'teryx, Patagonia, etc.), but I am starting to get into the more bushcraft/work wear brands (I've only used Carhartt when I worked on the field).
      Definitely starting to show an interest in brands like Fjallraven, Filson, Woolrich, Pendleton, etc. for casual wear (especially with the inconsistent weather) but have no idea where to start in terms of overshirts and chore coats.
      Looking forward to more future content from you!