CwC #42 -- Iron Heart 17oz duck, The Rite Stuff and Heat Straps flannel duel, and more!

[@CoffeeWithCarl1]

Products in this video: Blackthorn Leather Sunglass Case: ktku.co/5B Heat Straps Flannel: rebrand.ly/xhojsgf Iron Heart CPO work shirt “the untucked” ktku.co/5C Beardbrand: www.beardbrand.com/products/utility-trimmer Relwen Flyweight Flex Blazer: rebrand.ly/eacf31 Rite Stuff Flannel: ktku.co/5H Freenote Cloth Rios, Vintage Blue ktku.co/5E Benzak updated chino: ktku.co/5F WEIRD Pick: Goggle Beanie: ktku.co/5D

[@Jkorchak]

You keep doing you! You’re doing a great job! The sunglasses holder looks great! I really like the iron heart untouched looks great!

[@doesitpost280]

Unfortunately the summer weather is still hanging on in Toronto. I am so ready for fall! Can’t wait for your ‘24 flannel line up. Mine never wear out, but there’s always room for one or two new ones!

[@BlackthornLeather]

Love it man! Thanks for the shoutout! 🍻

[@CoffeeWithCarl1]

Any time!

[@SugarMapleForge]

Don't sweat the haters. The only beef I have with your channel is we don't get to have "coffee with Carl" every single day! 😂 Always looking to listen to that next episode on Spotify while I'm at work. Ordered some darn tough socks today on your recommendation! Can't wait to get them! Thanks for all of your hard work!

[@GamerNxUSN]

I used to think stretch denim was a bad thing, until I got a pair of Duluth double flex jeans, they are the longest lasting I have had, instead of tearing holes where I carry my knife and gun, it just stretches with the movement.

[@RLSteffler]

It's much stronger if made with polyester or nylon, just cotton and elastane doesn't last very long

[@donaldbibey6097]

I agree, I’ve got two pairs of Duluth doubles, and a pair of Naked and Famous that I’ve blown the crotch out of. My only issue with stretch is they’re hot.

[@emilysrokagrove]

I love stretch for work (less crack display 😜) non stretch my dressier jeans. 😊 you’re the best Carl!

[@cam6959]

There are very few channels I follow consistently, but this is one of them. The reason is for the character, the class, and the general non-tolerance/lack of attention given to pointless negative people. keep up the good work and you will always have a loyal following

[@Monkeyman15687]

Every time a vid drops I tell myself to save it for that quiet Sunday morning breakfast. Just myself and the dog chilling. I fail every week. 😂

[@CoffeeWithCarl1]

Hahahaha

[@NickLibby-dv1hi]

My favorite jeans are the origin factory jeans, I had to buy a new pair and now they’re called work jeans I believe. They seem different than my first pair but I love the slight stretch.

[@benzakdenimdevelopers]

Thanks for reviewing our updated military twill chinos! 🙌

[@Old_Sailor85]

Fell in love with the A2 style years ago and my old Cooper A2 is my go-to for spring and fall running around. Not a work or field piece, but for grocery getting or going to dinner it's great.

[@shotgunsteve93]

Love The Rite Stuff. I have their sage green atlas and the new natural Uncle Sam shirt, and wear each once per week. Got the new buffalo plaid flannel on the way right now.

[@zachmitchell3049]

Interesting that this didn't show up in my feed. Also really interested in your take on The Danner 1932 Collection. I think what they're doing there is amazing and deserves some exposure. Also, that flannel looks round up worthy 😂

[@Brajin1]

Carl, make you to also apply some lotion . Worked under the beard, to moisturize the skin under. The beard actually is functional as it protects your face (natural workwear). But you still need to take care of the skin under. I just recently moved from CT to Mexico City to work a project in one of our factories. It’s decent flannel’sh weather. Those light blazers are cool.

[@tomatrevor]

Been eyeing the Benzak chinos for awhile cause i like the satin finish and their fits. The updates they are making made me go out and buy a pair of the old ones before i couldnt get them anymore. For me personally I like the leather patch and the chambray pockets on the old version.

[@AKsourdough]

Can’t wait for the flannel round-up! When you check out the Relwen blazer, I’d be interested in what you think of the fit. I tried on the Flint and Tinder jacket (I know, different brand, but same site), and the arms were too long while the shoulders/chest felt tight. This is a recurring theme in men’s heritage fashion, but it doesn’t mean I like it…I’m all for a trimmer look -just give us something for those who work with our backs and shoulders. As always, I look forward to the show!

[@CoffeeWithCarl1]

Its weird that so many brands started doing the whole "trim torso" thing, but I guess thats the way most guys prefer things now. I've totally written off Taylor Stitch because of their odd fit!

[@Jamesv13]

I wasnt so sure i liked freenote cloth from what id seen online. Felt like a lot of it was a bit too western style for me, but I was lucky enough to go to their recent sample sale and their stuff is super nice in person. Really loved the duster pants. Lots of different little details than ive seen on other pants. As far as the iron heart duck canvas, loved it when i saw it, but not enough to make me spend that much on it, maybe if they had a western cut. Im actually looking to buy the fenceline duck canvas shirt from iron and resin though its unfortunately imported.

[@enjoybendlife]

I ordered a pair of Benzak chinos based on your review! I went with the tapered fit, and like that they are 10 oz, compared to the 8 oz chinos I typically wear. Their sizing seems odd in terms of measured vs. The labelled size, but otherwise look nice. Euro pricing was still “in the ballpark” if not a little expensive. If they fit without looking too much like workwear, while being a bit heavier I will be happy. Thanks for introducing me on to a new brand!

[@CoffeeWithCarl1]

Very happy to! Please let me know how they work out for you.

[@joefleming2053]

I love Freenote Cloth denim. I have 2 Belfords and 1 Portola. I’d be all over the light blue Rios, but 12oz is a bit lighter than I like.

[@CoffeeWithCarl1]

Freenote is really next-level with their pants.

[@nathanwhite5602]

Cool video

[@VooDoodaddy75]

HIGHLY recommend Relwen products - I have a couple of their jackets and they are nothing short of amazing -

[@michaeledwardlenzi]

I was curious if you would consider doing a motorcycle wear episode. Perhaps that is the domain of the other channel.

[@CoffeeWithCarl1]

I'd certainly considered it, but I havent ridden in years. Something about having kids made me much more cautious.

[@zacharyWEp]

Iron and resin is a company that’s been mentioned on this channel and has some cool Moto jeans and jackets

[@MJMac83]

Good morning!

[@CoffeeWithCarl1]

Good morning!

[@xxflamezxx1able]

Those vintage blue jeans look amazing. I wanted to get the N&F vintage blue denim this year but they sold out. Maybe next SS25 N&F will have another vintage blue option.

[@CoffeeWithCarl1]

Something about that blue....

[@mr_glasses]

That heat straps flannel is so nice! I picked up that Leftfield wool shirt from last time. Now I want this one, you're gonna get me divorced...

[@Bfettrules]

Heatstraps is officially on the table in my book. I have their chambray shirt. It’s so awesome.

[@CoffeeWithCarl1]

But at least you'll look good in court! lol

[@Bfettrules]

@@CoffeeWithCarl1 😂 I see what u did there

[@mr_glasses]

@@CoffeeWithCarl1 😂

[@supaflow2006]

Love that iron heart shirt, would've done a corduroy collar on it though

[@Ives1776]

You can always add one at a tailor.

[@CoffeeWithCarl1]

That would totally set it off, I agree.

[@Lee-sk2ov]

The things you show for the most part are really cool. So expensive or I just don’t understand. I live way out in the country there is no way I could make myself wear a pair of $400 jeans. I guess I just don’t have a place to wear those things. Like I said pretty cool for the most part.

[@jeremyl.7563]

You know I've always fond it odd when existing companies do a kick starter campaign, I dunno Beard Brand I felt was pretty great when they started then they like did a complete 360 and changed their products. Also Carl I've been using the Wahl ☆☆☆☆☆ blading trimmer for about 6 years and it's pretty awesome if you ever end up switching.

[@Twotoedfarm]

Just found a second hand Woolrich Red Plaid Wool Hunting Coat for 50 bucks. Was gonna put a Folsom Mackinaw competitor on my wish list this Christmas but guess I don’t have to now!

[@CoffeeWithCarl1]

Nice find!!!

[@JJ-zr6fu]

One thing I don’t understand is selvedge denim. You have to baby it to much which goes against ethos of denim. Also the selvedge that I’ve felt is very uncomfortable.

[@chrisjohnson9300]

My apologies if this is a repeat question, but any videos upcoming on the carhartt Montana line?

[@Daywalker222]

Any of those Thursday's collab boots are Chelsea's?

[@NoVaRedacted]

I actually just bought the iron heart shirt in duck

[@renangaidheal1320]

Stretch is swell (for those who like it), the "problem" is that such fabrics serious complicate any hope of recycling the material once we're done with it. 100% cotton will do the world a bit better. Just another thing to think about.

[@matthewsbernier]

I think a lot of guys are imagining yoga pants, or perhaps the spongier, cheaper stretch denims when they picture stretch duck. And so did I. But I've been cutting wood in a new pair of Carhartts I got at Renys here in Maine, that happened to have stretch. My observations so far are: The fabric is very dense. It turns away blackberry canes, and doesn't snag. I can walk right through rose bushes and not get caught. They're very abrasion resistant. I've done a lot of rock moving in them, and scratchy granite doesn't bug them much. The fabric feels very stiff and stout.I really only notice the stretch at the extremity of a movement, I have a tiiiiny bit of give, like falling with a kernmantle climbing rope vs. a rigid bull line. I'd encourage guys to try a pair and see what they really think.

[@bigvisk1125]

i had bad luck with thursday boots many years ago, moved on and never looked back. im not a patreon but when you post on youtube ill check it out, maybe you can convince me they are worth another try but i have my doubts.

[@CoffeeWithCarl1]

Hey, I totally get it! And I have been pretty hard on them in the past. If you think these are your cup-o-tea give them a shot. If not, I wont be offended!

[@bigvisk1125]

@@CoffeeWithCarl1 i look forward to seeing them and then will decide :)

[@JJ-zr6fu]

You should look at the new Origin pants.

[@jpaquette2112]

Starts a video by singling out a guy that has a different opinion. Proceeds to create a video that’s all opinionated. Beautiful! 😁

[@tx1hawkins357]

Well maybe that guy that hates stretch, can break-in my 25oz Iron Heart jeans for me. Haha see who gives in first.

[@NathanVilliger]

Hey Carl, have you ever done anything with/on tanner goods? They seem to make nice wallets and stuff but I’m always wary of companies that advertise heavily on instagram/social media

[@jeffreydawson4520]

How could you be so wrong!?! Beanie shades is quite possibly the single greatest invention since the advent of the cellular telecommunications device! I’m just saying, this could be the thing that heals the ever growing rifts in our society. I’m actually waiting on them to go up in price because I don’t feel comfortable ripping off the inventors who are obviously charging too small a sum for such an incredible product. I suppose if a broken clock can be right twice a day, the inverse would have to be true as well, Carl can be wrong once in a while. Hope you chuckled as much reading this as I did typing it.

[@CoffeeWithCarl1]

Hahahahaha

[@RealRadiantBeing]

Christian Westin Chandler?

[@bunnyyyyyy398]

Thank you for not doing clickbait titles and thumbnails. They are ruining KZbin as people try to one up each other with annoying screamy titles and thumbnails with fake “surprised” face. 😮

[@iancameron1495]

On the topic of beard trimmer... I'm a bit sick of the trend of using built in batteries in things that work perfectly well with a cord. It limits the usable time(nothing worse than your trimmer running out of battery half way through), increases the weight, and decreases the lifespan before needing replacement. I use a Wahl 5 Star Professional Detail Trimmer. It will last a lifetime, is light in your hand, and works fantastically. Expensive for a corded trimmer, but I will never need to buy another one.

[@CoffeeWithCarl1]

That was one of the ones my barber recommended. I like the cord-free life, but i agree that it comes with drawbacks.

[@iancameron1495]

@@CoffeeWithCarl1 I think if your a barber and having to walk around someone, the cord would get annoying, but I've never had a problem in the bathroom with the plug by the sink. I was actually really surprised how little I missed the cordlessness. Don't get me wrong, I'll take a battery over a cord on my drill any day of the week. Side Note: batteries are expensive... Wahl makes a battery version of that same trimmer for $100CAD more!

[@jesseslaton9800]

I don't like the fact some stretch denim brands get stretched out like the waistband of underwear.

[@habl00pep]

CP company with glasses are a common sight on the football terraces of Europe if you are ducking some police facial tracking 😊

[@MrDyldoBaggins]

untucked with the big tuck into undies panels??

[@MrStreetninja007]

It's obvious the guy who got offended by Stretch in his jeans has small legs

[@CoffeeWithCarl1]

Hahahaha you're probably right!

[@HansenKay-q1h]

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[@guillemass]

Those sunglasses on that beanie are non functional, I'm willing to bet on it. Which, makes it worse. Someone thought it was a good look. 😂

[@CoffeeWithCarl1]

Oh god... so they're just there for show??? WHY???

[@PerkinHardy-z3i]

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[@curtshelp6170]

Carl, I love your channel except for one aspect. You present some very cool products but you seem to exclusively feature $2-400 shirts and jeans and $5-1000 jackets. Some are amazing, some are very goofy, but most are too expensive. I'm surprised that as an electrician you wouldn't be tuned into companies like Diamond Gusset and All American which produce denim, Canvas and Chinos, almost entirely under $100 entirely made in USA. They make various shirts and jackets that are fantastic for working man money and they aren't frilly or pre destroyed like some of the $500 garments you present.

[@CoffeeWithCarl1]

I certainly dont mind lower cost options, but those would fall under the "workwear" category. My own (dubious) definition is that workwear prioritizes value and durability over style, and thus usually doesnt change much. Wrangler may be the best bet for that kind of thing since they can offer really low prices thanks to their sales volume. Brands like Diamond Gusset or Ben Davis don't really change much, so I try to keep my eye on new and exciting things to talk about.

[@renangaidheal1320]

I think that Relwen is trying to talk to dudes like you, and I get the appeal. But what crap, albeit not poorly made. Think leisure suits in the '70s: an idea that couldn't be any worse today than it was then. This blazer will make you look like a guy in a nylon jacket when you could be upping your game (just a little), wear an actual, decent blazer, and god forbid wear a decent tie. Get a simple blue blazer and try a button-down for a toned down look. This Ivy style uniform no longer suggests any of that elitism. (Small tip: collars on 100% cotton dress shirts will shrink as much as a full size or more with washing. Size up and iron the shirt damp, the collar will stretch back.)

[@CoffeeWithCarl1]

Ugh, leisure suits... Thankfully I went through a period of collecting good ties, but I still dont like wearing them at all.

[@renangaidheal1320]

@@CoffeeWithCarl1 yes, exactly my point...that this Relwen is the leisure suit equivalent. It's looks something like an idea and it must not become one.