Package from Kansas City! Rad.
Company
Baldwin started in
2009 in Kansas City and has made a big splash ever since. US made. Nice to try new
things isn’t it?
Selection
Unlike my last purchase of the Tellason’s when I knew what I
wanted going in, this time around I was debating between a few brands. My
choices were the 3sixteen
SL, Rogue Territory
Stanton, Baldwin 77s,
and based a recommendation from my friend at fortalitia54 Railcar Spikes. All
were a slim-straight fit with indigo Japanese denim, and all were about 14oz,
with the exception of Railcar, which were 11.75oz. After reading some reviews
online, I went to see what I could find in the local stores. 3sixteen was available at Self
Edge SF, and although I really liked the denim quality, I didn’t like it as
much as the other ones. The RT
Stantons were available at AB Fits, however
there was nothing at all in my size so I couldn’t try anything on, but I did
love the details. And as much as I wanted to try the Railcar brand, I was a bit
weary due to the minimal amount of reviews available, and the lighter weight
(possibly my next purchase). The Baldwin’s just felt right. They felt good. And
that’s all that really matters.
Specs
14oz Kurabo denim
Indigo
Drop yoke slim-straight fit
Selvedge coin pocket
Initial Fit
The initial fit was definitely a bit tight but that is to be
expected I suppose. I will probably be wearing these puppies straight from raw
and not bothering with a soak due to their snugness, however that is probably a
bad idea because despite being sanfornized, they will shrink about an inch in
every direction. In comparison with my Tellason’s these 77’s are pretty
different despite having similar fit naming: slim-straight. The Baldwin’s are
more loose in the thigh while being shorter in length, so I can totally get
away with a fairly small double cuff without a hem job for now. The jeans have
a lower yoke than any other pair, which means that the back pockets are
significantly lower. This will take some getting used to, although I can’t complain
as they are technically called “the drop yoke straight.”
Details
While other brands have a lot more going on in terms of superfluous
design accessories, Baldwin keeps it real simple. Stand-outs are the selvedge
coin pocket, custom rivets and buttons, and the white rivet on the right back
pocket. No decorative stitching. Classic patch. Clean logo. Just the
essentials. The quality of craftsmanship, design, and materials is immediately
noticeable. Triple stitched yoke, chain stitched hem, sturdy canvas pocket
bags.
Overall I am extremely pleased with these. They fit well,
and while still being somewhat tight, I’m sure after a few more days of wear
they will stretch out a bit. More to come as I am already looking at some more
interesting brands (Denim Demon’s from Sweden!). Stay Tuned.
