I think it would be nice to show what sort of brands we have found to be nearly uncompromising in quality; brands that even today offer products that may well be the best in their industries, and can be relied upon without hesitation.
We all bitch about how many things suck nowadays. Why don't we share information about things that don't suck?
I've got quite a list, but I'll post them one at a time. That's probably a good idea for most, as it will give more space to illustrate why a particular brand is good.
So, my first will be Filson clothing:
If you were to have a look through the clothing in my closet, odds are you'd find that "A Genuine Filson Garment" tag on most things.
Filson offers essentially the ultimate fucking warranty. If you have a problem, they'll send you a label to ship the product back. No questions asked. Ever. For the rest of your natural life. You can opt for a repair, a replacement, or a refund at your own discretion.
Their clothing is of the highest quality. Even though they are an outdoor brand, the finest tailor will raise an eyebrow when shown the details once he gets past the size and weight of materials chosen.
They've been perfecting certain products longer than most manufacturers have even existed.
This is hard stuff to break, as well. Filson doesn't screw around. If you think a Barbour Beaufort is hot shit, you've never laid hands on a Filson Cruiser. Filson's lightest weight jacket is heavier than that Beaufort, and not in an uncomfortable manner.
They offer everything from very light natural fiber shirts for things such as fly fishing, to jackets that wear like armor, and that's no exaggeration. They also work with a few other manufacturers to fill out their line, offering high quality boots, as an example.
You can even buy a Filson trimmed AEV Brute, if you've got the cash.
Their luggage and bags are legendary, and very durable. Buy one piece of luggage, and you've bought it for life.
Many of their products are still hand-made right behind the reception desk at their headquarters. They are so proud of their products, you don't walk into their building to find a comfy waiting room. You walk right into the factory.
They've been making this stuff for over a century now. They literally invented many styles about which other outdoor manufacturers brag today. They've been around long enough to have developed the stuff as needed for northwestern explorers.
Those products that aren't made in America are still carefully produced. Filson has opted to expand their catalog, rather than replace it with imports. These aren't off-the-trade-show rack products, either. Filson has a hand, foot, and fucking sledgehammer in their design and production.
If something really kicks up, they bring production of that new product to America. This is a perfect use of overseas resources to solidify a brand rather than dilute it.
Don't let the "lifestyle" photographs on their website fool you. This is seriously hard-core shit that, solely because of it's quality, can be worn and appreciated anywhere.
http://www.filson.com/
So, what brands do you guys like?
Cheers,
Kennith
We all bitch about how many things suck nowadays. Why don't we share information about things that don't suck?
I've got quite a list, but I'll post them one at a time. That's probably a good idea for most, as it will give more space to illustrate why a particular brand is good.
So, my first will be Filson clothing:
If you were to have a look through the clothing in my closet, odds are you'd find that "A Genuine Filson Garment" tag on most things.
Filson offers essentially the ultimate fucking warranty. If you have a problem, they'll send you a label to ship the product back. No questions asked. Ever. For the rest of your natural life. You can opt for a repair, a replacement, or a refund at your own discretion.
Their clothing is of the highest quality. Even though they are an outdoor brand, the finest tailor will raise an eyebrow when shown the details once he gets past the size and weight of materials chosen.
They've been perfecting certain products longer than most manufacturers have even existed.
This is hard stuff to break, as well. Filson doesn't screw around. If you think a Barbour Beaufort is hot shit, you've never laid hands on a Filson Cruiser. Filson's lightest weight jacket is heavier than that Beaufort, and not in an uncomfortable manner.
They offer everything from very light natural fiber shirts for things such as fly fishing, to jackets that wear like armor, and that's no exaggeration. They also work with a few other manufacturers to fill out their line, offering high quality boots, as an example.
You can even buy a Filson trimmed AEV Brute, if you've got the cash.
Their luggage and bags are legendary, and very durable. Buy one piece of luggage, and you've bought it for life.
Many of their products are still hand-made right behind the reception desk at their headquarters. They are so proud of their products, you don't walk into their building to find a comfy waiting room. You walk right into the factory.
They've been making this stuff for over a century now. They literally invented many styles about which other outdoor manufacturers brag today. They've been around long enough to have developed the stuff as needed for northwestern explorers.
Those products that aren't made in America are still carefully produced. Filson has opted to expand their catalog, rather than replace it with imports. These aren't off-the-trade-show rack products, either. Filson has a hand, foot, and fucking sledgehammer in their design and production.
If something really kicks up, they bring production of that new product to America. This is a perfect use of overseas resources to solidify a brand rather than dilute it.
Don't let the "lifestyle" photographs on their website fool you. This is seriously hard-core shit that, solely because of it's quality, can be worn and appreciated anywhere.
http://www.filson.com/
So, what brands do you guys like?
Cheers,
Kennith
Very eclectic group)