Earlier this week, Filson released the first items from their Restoration Department.  I’ve been pretty pumped about this, and am not disappointed.  I understand the price points, and am not surprised.  There is a high value in that wear and tear. One item they restored was a tan Rucksack (above).…

After doing this blog for a number of years, I’m so happy to see companies that I came to know in their infancy start to flourish.  A prime example is State Traditions, the state-inspired outfit based in Birmingham, Alabama.  When I first met the guys, they were just starting, making…

With much fanfare, Alabama homeboy Billy Reid released his MSL-ALA denim at the end of last month.  These jeans are machine sewn in the US, and are made of Japanese selvedge denim.  The bright brass details are a really nice touch.  What’s cool about this release is that they are…

The second review in our “Have You Seen” series, the classic “Red Dawn” from 1984.  Written by my man MM…you’ll want to read something this cherry: Bonus feature: At the end of this review are several discussion questions for you to use if you are in a movie club and…