The Real McCoys
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so i'm trying to make an order from vintage paradise in japan through rakuten.
does anyone have any experience of this?
prices are MUCH better than through UK outlets but i'm guessing import duty and shipping will soon rack up.
all information gratefully received - i live in london by the way.
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I ordered my Buco J-100 repro through Vintage Paradise. They were generally very helpful and usually responded to my emails within 24-48 hours. I'm not sure if it helps you make a decision, but I wouldn't hesitate in using them again.
i ordered the 906 jeans from them and they have indeed been really helpful.
also ordered the buzz rickson navy hook jacket from take off.
will report back when i get them as it will be interesting what tax and import duty add to the cost.
mccoy and rickson are so expensive in the UK.
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Honestly its like comparing apples to oranges
The IH loopwheel fabric has a realy smooth and uniform feel and its pretty thick . My favourite thing about the IH hoody is the brushed back , realy makes it super warm
The McCoy's loopwheel fabric is soo soft but has this slightly rough texture that i love , the McCoys sizing works better for me and i love the front pockets , the talon zipper is a nice toutch too -
Honestly its like comparing apples to oranges
The IH loopwheel fabric has a realy smooth and uniform feel and its pretty thick . My favourite thing about the IH hoody is the brushed back , realy makes it super warm
The McCoy's loopwheel fabric is soo soft but has this slightly rough texture that i love , the McCoys sizing works better for me and i love the front pockets , the talon zipper is a nice toutch tooi have this in the red medium and its a lovely piece but i wonder if i just prefer a rommier fit?
meanwhile my first order from japan isn't going well.
i have had some 906 real mccoy jeans on order but they've emailed me today to say they've sent the wrong ones.
annoying as i'm wondering how i sidestep import duty and VAT on something i didn't order?
it was from vintage paradise who have been very courteous through the whole process.
still it maybe makes it clearer why its easier to order from the UK and pay a premium.
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thinking of using the money i'd earmarked for the jeans as a down payment on a - ahem - joe mccoy down vest.
i really like the brown deerskin model has anyone tried these before?
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I should add that the Real McCoys release both spring/summer weight and fall/winter weight hoodies, that grey is a spring weight from the looks of it, I have the green one myself …
Hassinator, that deerskin vest has become an obsession to me (I have a preference for the black though), but I cannot find any reliable info on sizing ...
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I should add that the Real McCoys release both spring/summer weight and fall/winter weight hoodies, that grey is a spring weight from the looks of it, I have the green one myself …
Hassinator, that deerskin vest has become an obsession to me (I have a preference for the black though), but I cannot find any reliable info on sizing ...
its also beautiful in the black but i'm feeling the winter warmth vibes of that deep chocolate brown.
it reminds me of a timberland jacket (colour) my friend bought back in 1991.
it was the then ridiculous price of £400 but was so luxe it was unbelievable.
i'm a true 38" chest and i'm going to go for the 40" as i will want to wear it over a buzz rickson sweat or cpo shirt.
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yep lightweight hoody , McCoys are my go to brand for loopwheel tee's and sweats ( love all the military repro prints )
the red is a winter weight and really well built piece - its clearly going to be around for years.
i got the frogspawn US marine shorts in the summer and they are also ace.
i'd like to get a navy and a grey sweat from mccoy as i like the collar on the diagonal.
is the fade as good as i would imagine when time goes by?
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Was at the Real McCoys Shibuya store last week and I have to say that the black Deerskin vest was probably the best piece in the whole shop! Awesome mix of rugged tough and soft elegance. Didn't have a chance to try it on, but I could go back next weekend and give it a try, if it would be of help.
