Why The Best Chore Jacket is Taylor Stitch's Ojai

[@josecortes6485]

On the made in China part you touched on, the best way I’ve heard it put is: “Quality is about effort, not geography.” Great video btw!

[@Stridewise]

Well said! Thanks Jose. I did two takes and in the first I went on a long spiel about supporting government vs supporting citizenry but decided to simplify things :)

[@jimmydgrant]

@@Stridewise what percentage of the citizen’s wage goes to the Chinese government?

[@Stridewise]

@@jimmydgrant I mean everyone gets taxed 🤷‍♂️

[@jimmydgrant]

@@Stridewise I guess my point is that you can’t choose to support one without supporting the other which makes it a bit of a quandary.

[@isaaccharlton3114]

It’s great that you’re branching out into other aspects of menswear. I love boots as much as the next guy, but just focusing on footwear definitely adds some limitations to how much and how often you release videos. Keep up the good work!

[@Stridewise]

Thank you so much Isaac! I was a bit nervous branching out outside of boots but I'd have trouble expanding any more just doing reviews of tiny companies no one is searching for, haha.

[@Freco1967]

Thanks for turning me on to the Taylor Stitch Ojai jackets! I picked up the wool version in charcoal, and really like it quite a bit. The medium fits my 6' 1" 168lb frame perfectly. FYI they just launched a 25% off storewide sale - these are a steal at $126.00!

[@Stridewise]

Hey so glad this was helpful! I meant what I said that I'd have no problem just getting a bunch of Ojai jackets in different colors/materials. The wool one looked awesome!

[@dylanhall6355]

Have you ever worn any Le Laboureur jackets or other garments? I have two of their moleskin jackets, and one of their Ouessant sheep wool jackets. They're a fairly small scale french manufacturer that's family owned, has been around since the 50s, and the prices are ridiculously low for the quality they're putting out. All the manufacturing is still done in France, and they specialize in traditional French workwear styles, using cloth made in France. I'd definitely look into them.

[@Cyb3rCl3ric]

Bravo, bravo! More reviews like this please. It’s awesome to see you branching out off of boots.

[@Stridewise]

Thanks so much! I read your comment to my girlfriend haha. Definitely hitting up Flint and Tinder's Waxed Jacket and Filson's Mackinaw after this

[@Post_Leako]

I got the Ojai Jacket in Midnight Corduroy and love it. If they ever make a black sashiko one, I would buy it again.

[@RobertKirkpatrick84]

Thanks for this video, your spring/fall ny jacket is actually the perfect jacket for all but the coldest nights of a Phoenix winter.

[@j.b.5230]

I have this jacket it is amazing - best value for money. Great for Spring/Autumn(Fall). The only thing I don't like is the large button on the sleeves. Oh, and I have found that if you sweat onto the collar it seems to stain it with a weird color - kind of like it bleaches some of the green out.

[@Stridewise]

Haha glad you agree with that 'con' about the sleeve button, JB! And that someone agrees it's decent value. Haven't noticed that with the sweat, I wonder if there's a way to get sweat stains out of clothes... I haven't found one.. .

[@xxflamezxx1able]

I recently took part in their oatmeal flannel shirt workshop and lined tan long haul jacket and I’m so excited for them to arrive

[@Stridewise]

Oh good one! I want to check out their long haul jacket. I just grabbed their heavy bag henley and while it's a little scratchy I'm so glad to have a non-see through white henley, finally haha

[@xxflamezxx1able]

@@Stridewise I hate sheer white shirts, this is my first purchase from Taylor Stitch but your review made me confident at their quality, also when is that unlined flint and tinder jacket review coming out 👀

[@Stridewise]

@@xxflamezxx1able OK here's what's devastating: i filmed it, i edited it, it was ready to post, and then learned the jacket is out of stock and won't be returning til spring. So that's when I'll post it, I guess. Meanwhile I'm trying to fast track a LINED jacket review, which is actually totally different material

[@xxflamezxx1able]

@@Stridewise oh man, I’ve seen their lined jacket go on sale for like 180 or 190 I think. But at 250, I don’t know if I’d pay that. Can’t wait to see the review either way

[@Mr_Gilado]

Interesting take on TS not fitting the V shape; I fall into that group and have struggled making some of their Jacks fit my shoulders. Is there another company like TS that does though?

[@frankb5693]

What a great jacket...thanks Nick. I also totally got distracted when I saw that birthday pizza!

[@Stridewise]

Joe it was so good: Berkshire soppressata picante, sweet Italian fennel sausage, fresh Gotham Greens basil, post oven ricotta dollops and Mike’s Hot Honey pauliegee.com/greenpoint/

[@frankb5693]

@@Stridewise Didn’t realize your birthday was so recent....happy belated birthday!

[@Stridewise]

@@frankb5693 thanks bro!

[@anonsurf6640]

I have a denim version of this which I like a lot. Eyeng their sahiko version at the moment.

[@Stridewise]

Haha I've been looking at that one too!

[@anonsurf6640]

@@Stridewise Pulled a trigger on this one finally. Really enjoy your videos by the way. Keep it up.

[@Sajikibara]

What size are you wearing? (and chest size) Im interested but not sure what size to buy

[@joshuacoffee8033]

Hey Nick have you ever thought about doing a review on pigeon tree crafting belt?

[@Stridewise]

You know what I have a written one on the site from a contributor: stridewise.com/pigeon-tree-crafting/

[@delta69er]

Just found the channel and I’m thoroughly enjoying it. What sunglasses are you wearing in the opening scene?

[@Stridewise]

Awesome, glad you're here Jake! They're just cheap Warby Parker prescription lenses, haha. I want to get some Oliver Peoples, currently trying to work out if they have frames for wide faces...

[@delta69er]

@@Stridewise please make a video if you find good Oliver Peoples frames for wide faces!

[@zeshana438]

I've got the Taylor Stitch Long Haul Jacket in chocolate herringbone. It's gorgeous

[@victorespinoza2005]

What size in the tailor stitch chore jacket are you wearing ? Thank you

[@SpartanFarron]

I think the price is kind of high. With no liner, it's closer to a shirt with pockets.

[@jeanmartox3570]

yes, i think the same!! the jacket origin cost 40 euros in France!! brand is Molinel and LMA worker!! french design and product!! sorry for my bad english!

[@Archer1862]

Does anyone know what sunglasses are those? Thanks!

[@Darruus]

Been wanting to add a chore coat to my rotation this year. This might be the one!

[@Stridewise]

Yeah it's a great chore coat for dudes who want a chore coat that doesn't look like a big shirt Not that all chore coats do Still... some do...

[@Darruus]

@@Stridewise agreed. I’ve got a shacket already, I don’t want a chore coat that looks like a shacket.

[@AliasHSW]

Like the looks of this. A more refined look of the barn jacket

[@billystpaul8907]

Their shirts look amazing, but not made in my size. Could you possibly do a video on their Moto Boot....Looks pretty stylish and the price seems right...Maybe a video about their Chukka would be different as well...Thanks for another good video.

[@Stridewise]

Come on man I already did one on their chelsea boot! kzbin.info/www/bejne/rnSVkoyfd8-dla8

[@richardcard82]

Its sick, I love the color, what size is yours?

[@Stridewise]

This one's 42, Rick!

[@blackbearddmh1277]

It’s like you’re in my head man! I’ve been mulling over this for a year. The cut is kind of a turn off for me. You should give the Flint & Tinder waxed trucker jacket, the Huckberry store is in Greenwich Village. It’s my favorite jacket!

[@Stridewise]

Haha that's so funny, I ordered one! But it's too big so I have to exchange it even though I really wanted this review up by now >:( Glad you're finding the content useful dude!

[@trailguyw9271]

I don’t know if you’re gonna hear this at all but I would not worry about it like being considered that you’re like doing stolen valor or anything for wearing a military jacket I like to buy a lot of old military surplus gear because it’s usually a lot more affordable than most modern stuff and there’s a lot of it kicking around but I mostly buy from a variety of different foreign countries so because of that it’s not like anyone’s gonna think I’m in the military because no one knows of the chezc looks like

[@Stridewise]

Haha that's a good point! I'm probably overthinking it, certainly if it's the best quality stuff you can afford then I think it's fine. As I can afford other stuff I feel like I should stay away from military stuff?

[@trailguyw9271]

@@Stridewise I guess so

[@briand6419]

Didn’t catch what size you got it in… we have a similar build and have been eyeing one of these for awhile.

[@Stridewise]

I got the 42 L! Good luck Brian!

[@FortitudeJc]

What size did you buy-in this jacket. I don’t want it to fit to baggy on me. I am 6”2 185 lbs

[@Stridewise]

hmm. 42 (large) will probably work

[@plusgood15]

Any comments on sizing?

[@H.C.Q.]

I found a khaki one of these by Polo Ralph Lauren at Ross discounted from $200 to only $30! I love Ross Dress For Less!

[@dizmop]

You haven’t seen the Snooze Fabric Chore coat, Get Busy(creator Jacket) or the avocado Jacket

[@Stridewise]

i'm planning BIG CHORE COAT content this fall!

[@M82RKY]

Love the shacket! I picked up a navy one yesterday by M&S UK, looks great and super versitile!

[@Stridewise]

lol you're the second guy I've heard use the word shacket, I always heard jackshirt :) which Marks and Spencer one did you get?

[@hoodeddragon]

What if you waxed this jacket? Think it would destroy it?

[@CC-kj4yc]

As long as it's cotton, waxing it won't destroy it, but it will change the look of it.

[@lukehodson9625]

What Henleys do you wear

[@DancingSpacePotato]

I knew I recognized the jacket in your birthday Instagram. I have a collection of chore coats from me trying to find a jacket that’s light enough for year round wear for me. I’ll have to add one of these to the coat hanger.

[@Stridewise]

Oh, nice one! Yeah I was a bit ambivalent about chore coats at first but I think I like them more than trucker jackets and denim jackets, mostly for the looser fit.

[@DancingSpacePotato]

Stridewise after looking at their site I might need to redo my whole fall look.

[@Boot_Ma9net]

Great review. I bought an Only and sons green shirt/jacket for £35 on ASOS UK that is soooo similar to this. And the buttons etc... Aren't as cool. But the stitching is contrasty. AND I've waxed it using the lonewoodsman's recipe. It's curing now. Cannot wait to see just how much I've ruined it 😂😂😸

[@dahak972]

Another great video Nick, thanks so much!

[@Stridewise]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@JoeSmith-np6nz]

I have two of their Jackets, three of their shirts, and a pair of jeans when they were made in California, quality stuff back then 👌🏽 can’t speak for them now

[@Stridewise]

Good job reaping all their produce in their prime! Even I struggle mentally with the fact they're made in China even though every single thing about them is the same, on like an atoms and molecules basis

[@joepalope2038]

Hey Nick! What size did you purchase and how tall are you? I’m looking to add this awesome looking jacket to my wardrobe. Thanks:)

[@Stridewise]

I'm 6 inches and about 190 pounds, this is the large, 42 :) Hope you like it Joseph!

[@ponicsgt]

Love their Chinos. I find their shirts run a little tight with higher shoulders. Overall though great company.

[@Stridewise]

Yes, I don't love the fits tbh. Not such a big deal when you're talking jackets though, but I'd never get pants from them haha #thickthighs

[@ponicsgt]

@@Stridewise I wear their democratic style. Just need to lose my gut now.

[@benpuffer7891]

Interesting that this no longer has the same buttons.

[@Jo5ue1]

That Hamilton Khaki watch looks very handsome ...

[@ansol5566]

like your review. Seems a nice jacket. By the way, could you also introduce your henley shirts those are looks good on your, and appear in many your videos.

[@Stridewise]

Thanks man! Yeah I just counted and I have 10 henleys after the two I got for my birthday last week, I was thinking about doing a guide to them - they're mostly Buck Mason!

[@vinmarz]

$188.00 ???? It looks nice on you. However, I can't get past how much it resembles a Dept. of Corrections issued jacket. Maybe it's the double front pockets. Excellent presentation Nick....you rock.

[@Stridewise]

Hahah but the button, Vin! The buttons!!! They keep it from looking too military- or prison-like! That's just me anyway, maybe the wool ones would work better for you. Hey I'm glad you liked the video dude

[@elephantricity]

What size are you rocking?

[@Stridewise]

42!

[@mrchrisroden]

From Scotland: that’s a shirt, mate.

[@Stridewise]

how dare you

[@mrchrisroden]

Stridewise 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@TheVoltaire1]

Nick, you gotta make video about your top 10 made in USA brands ! I have faith in you son. Man of culture and kangaroos and now...bald eagles.

[@jeanmartox3570]

je suis ancien militaire et je suis trés content car j'ai le meme avis sur les gens qui portent des vetements militaires sans jamais etait sous les drapeaux!! Alors bravo!! par contre le tissus me semble tellement fin, froissable est délicat!! Ma veste est bien plus épaisse qu'une veste militaire!!

[@scalyscallion]

looks really good, mind if I ask what size you got? I think we are somewhat similar in size but i'm fatter and you're more muscular lol

[@Stridewise]

Thanks Syahdiva! This is a 42. I had a little muscle pre lockdown haha now I'm pretty normal

[@thebigo3752]

Yo what the hell KZbin ive been wondering if you were still making videos turns out you have a ton out. Notification squad for sure

[@Stridewise]

Don't abandon me bro!! Keep watching!!

[@Dominicreviews]

Check out Uniqlo. They sell these as well.

[@umarzabidin]

For only 30 bucks!

[@Cemmos]

Uniqlo is surprisingly good for how cheap their products are. I think a lot of people would be surprised. It's definitely not top-tier or anything, but it's solid stuff.

[@Dominicreviews]

@@Cemmos Agreed. I tried on this similar jacket at uniqlo. Its pretty much the same as what he describes in the video. Its not firm fitting but it's not meant to. I wouldn't shell out 200 bucks for something this simple that u can get anywhere really.

[@jeanmartox3570]

hello to France!! j'ai récupéré celle de mon grand pére, mais elle est bleu, c'est du coton, alors je vais la teindre!! encore une superbe revue, alors je m' abonne!!!

[@Sharkman19D]

It honestly looks great. And I'd buy it if it were made anywhere but China.

[@Stridewise]

Hahah fair enough! Just search for American made chore coats I'm sure youll find something you like. Maybe Freenote Cloth or Greasepoint or 316 or something

[@tommysmith7031]

You look great in the jacket

[@Stridewise]

Haha thanks Tommy! Most jackets I get online I'm never sure if it's the right size but this one is just right

[@corensam]

It's a cool jacket but for the money, material, and fit... not for me. The wool options might be an exception for me, but I'd probably go for a waxed trucker jacket or a waxed field jacket for the same PoU

[@blackbearddmh1277]

I’m in love with the waxed trucker jacket from Flint & Tinder

[@Stridewise]

I'm reviewing that too! But the wool Ojai is really worth checking out

[@drzaius844]

That’s cool, especially in the indigo herringbone. It reminds me of an old barn jacket (OG “chore coat”) I had from J. Crew back in the late 1980s. Agree with your comment about military jackets if one isn’t ex-military - 100%. I just bought a T&S trucker jacket in indigo waffle, just couldn’t resist it, but this one is cool too. Thanks for the review!

[@Stridewise]

The indigo waffle is an interesting one! They have a lot of waffley material at Taylor Stitch, I've never gotten my hands on it. Hadn't heard of the term 'barn jacket' before, thank you for it!

[@charlesbronson240]

Their products look amazing but I can’t see myself paying that much for outsourced products.

[@Cemmos]

Yeah, price point is too high. I have two items from them, but one I bought off eBay for significantly less (not even really used, luckily), and another I got at closeout directly from them, along with their 20% off for first-time customers. 100% worth it in those cases, but otherwise it's hard to choose Taylor Stitch over other brands after they moved production out of the US.

[@jeanmartox3570]

Stridewise, listen: quand je regarde votre video avec cette veste qui coute 200livres alors que la veste originale ne coute rien, le tissus de la mienne est trés rigide le grammage est trés lourd, tres comparable à une veste jean's Lewis!!! par contre l'originale n'a pas de poches de biais, mais deux grandes poches plaquées, une poitrine à gauche et une poche intérieure à droite!, 5 boutons de fermeture, les poignés boutonnés !!! nous les avons uniquement en bleue, la mienne n'a presque pas perdu sa teinte, elle date au moins de l'aprés guerre, et je l'a porte toujours!! qualité impressionnante, toutes les coutures sont doublées, si vous voulez des photos, je peux vous en envoyer!! encore merci!

[@Stridewise]

Lewis or Levis makes the original? Which product are you talking about? I'm glad you like yours dude!

[@jeanmartox3570]

@@Stridewise oh yhea, i talk to Levis truker! Sorry i am just a french man!!! lol!!!! yes i like your's thinking, i am a poor farmer and i buy my traditional clothing in second hand, is the best choise for my wallet! All my cloth are in excellent condition and original made!! i wear proud my Sint Michel, my rangers army, my Levis Trucker, and all my Redskin leather jacket! i have the original motor jacket to french police! i am sure we have the same passion, but i have no monaie, so i looking everywhere to find a tresure!!!!! thank's you a lot for your reponse, it's rare because i write poor englich!!! god bless you!!!!

[@thereview8607]

I’ve tried and tried and then tried again to give Taylor Stitch a chance but every single time I did I was not satisfied with anything they offered…. Had a gift card and ordered 3 jackets… all felt extremely cheap and janky… zippers didn’t work, odd sizing etc…Returned all of them. Before that I ordered a couple heavy bag t shirts… where too small then ordered a size up… too big… cut was not flattering…. Ordered sunglasses… returned. Ordered another jacket… sizing not flattering again and zipper was basically unusable… returned… ordered linen blended shorts… again unflattering fit. I’am 6’2 185lbs and the majority of clothing brands look good on my frame…I gave up and bought a key chain and some socks then gave the remainder of my gift card to my brother for a Christmas present lol. Unfortunately this company is not for me.

[@kbrett2004]

I personally don't care where a product is made. As long as I get great quality for my hard earned American money, I'm satisfied and a happy customer.

[@Stridewise]

Love it Brett

[@umarzabidin]

Check Vetra from France

[@jchang3313]

vetra is a bit more form fitting.

[@Stridewise]

Thanks for the tip, Umar! Really appreciating these recs from commenters : )

[@karlenglewood8940]

For $200+ you can get a le mont saint michel.

[@dudewuttheheck]

The issue isn't that it is made in China specifically, the issue is that it is OUTSOURCED.

[@johndavidthacker]

I bought this jacket when it first came out and it was so bad I sent it back. I liked the look of it, and I have several other chore coats. But the quality and cut of the Taylor Stitch jacket was subpar. The arm holes were cut very high and tight; I couldn't raise my arms without lifting the entire jacket. The stitching was not very good either. It looked great in photos, but it was a great disappointment in person. I would not recommend.

[@cooporlando]

bummer they don’t have tall sizes

[@Stridewise]

yeah it's a chore coat though so it's very long

[@fullmetalroyal1216]

I just feel that if it wasn't for the buttons I probably wouldn't look twice at it :/

[@Stridewise]

Haha you might be right, but I don't think it's a bad thing!

[@mach5jeep]

Nice jackets. I wish they made them in mens sizes

[@Stridewise]

heyoooo king of masculinity has arrived ladies and gentlemen, so secure in himself that he trolls fashion videos

[@mikeslimjimlim]

handsome looking jacket on a handsome looking man!

[@Stridewise]

Thanks Michael!

[@simeonnedyalkov1500]

Having to mention that you don't dislike the military when talking about a jacket hah #murica

[@Stridewise]

I have to say the same thing when I talk about why I don't like black boots haha

[@d05wtt]

Love a lot of the stuff you review. This was not one of them. If this was white, it would look like something a dentist would wear. Just looks like a lab coat to me.

[@Stridewise]

it's just a slightly long jacket man, chore coats are very common haha

[@d05wtt]

@@Stridewise Oh, I understand the concept of a chore coat. I had a “chore coat” back somewhere around 25-30 years ago. I’m just saying this particular one by Taylor Stitch doesn’t look good to me. Just my personal opinion/taste.

[@congregationGlobal]

🧸🐻

[@Miscreantpc]

Made in China is not about quality - it’s about the ethics of purchasing something for $188.00 that likely cost next to nothing to produce to shit labor laws

[@franko3227]

Any where but no to China

[@B0sTonCeltics20534]

Lost all respect for Taylor Stitch

[@jameswong391]

Any reason why?