orvis -mixed tartan shirt

I can't pull these off but kudos if you can. Wrinkle-Free Pure Cotton Mixed-Tartan Shirt. But maybe don't try it with that sportscoat.

orvis -tweed and ventile jacket

Perhaps taking a leaf from Nigel Cabourn's playbook, Orvis have created a wind and water proofed upper (using cotton Ventile®) with 100% wool Scottish tweed body on this Everest Jacket. $695.

orvis -new website

Looks like Orvis just refreshed their site. A more lifestyle-y frontpage, simplifying the choices to shop/adventure/protecting nature and blogs. See the old site here. Lot more whitespace once you get inside. And, they are highlighting a guy who reconditions Wagoneers... sweet.

orvis fly fishing app -snap review

I don't review gifts too much on 10e but volunteered to review this one; the Orvis Fly Fishing iPhone App, provided by GreenMountainDigital. I enlisted the help of friend and lifelong fisherman Skye Chalmers to give it the once over. Here are his thoughts;

Flies section is very thorough and you can search by name, region, or type. Or browse. Has description of the flies that for the most part are the materials to tie it but they don't go into any info on tying the fly. This would be an excellent addition, instead they have a "buy" symbol.



Knots; this is very cool and provides animated illustrations on tying a lot of different knots. Casting; some good tips and videos.



They have fishing reports but you need your phone to be online to use them. I might not fish by these reports though. I guess I would just question their validity and conditions can change quickly. Like everything, if it is embraced and updated regularly it could be helpful. I see it working for migratory fish liked Stripers and Steelhead much better than say Trout rivers. Trout stream hotspots are often more guarded than the migratory fishes.

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OK, back to me. Reading the blurb online, one nice feature seems to be a link to fishing license info for every state, plus all of their regulations. Plus, I got through this whole thing w/o saying "i'm hooked on this" or similar... You can read more reviews and purchase the $14.99 app via iTunes.

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This side of too much. Easy call; or for the man who has everything. $9 via Orvis.

orvis -tartan panel sportcoat

Buried on their site, this tartan(s) sportcoat from Orvis is either burn-out-your-eyes or loch-ness-unicorn depending on your taste. 1 button looks like; rock this w/ tuxedo trousers as black tie for Christmas... See those contrasting elbow patches?? Geekin out. $500clams.

orvis -get warm

Barbour® Ursula Submariner's Jacket; standard issue for the Royal Navy's Submarine Service. The full Ursula suit (named for Britain's U-class submarines) was designed to withstand North Sea weather. Derived from the original suit —this Barbour puts 8-oz. heavyweight waxed cotton between you and the office AC. No hood on this one, fine by me.


Scottish tweed pants, constructed in the USA. Fully lined w/ twill (nice.) Get them cuffed and start collecting twigs...

1964 edition Sorels. Stone cold classics, w/ the yellow detailing intact.

orvis -us patent

You can follow the bouncing ball on these USPatent posts but got my hands on a copy of the catalog and wanted to share my 2cents.

Quick backstory, this special catalog from Orvis, the famed rod/gun/outfitter, is entirely made up of US-made products. Some are iconic (Schott Peacoat) some are more niche (Stronghold gear, Gitman shirts), some were specially made (Miner's pant). Full disclosure; note that I grew up near Manchester, VT so v familiar w/ Orvis and tangentially know some employees there.

Not going to lie, most of the collection is a little rich for me but have to admire the thinking that has gone into this. Also glad Orvis kept the copy relatively jingo-free. Available in August.

Vintage 1951 Ford F-1. This vintage pickup truck was subjected to a meticulous frameoff restoration resulting in a truck that looks exactly as it did when it rolled off the assembly line nearly 60 years ago. Sheridan blue/gray. Fully restored V-8 engine, solid oak bed boards. $67,500. [this is in the dictionary under don't sleep or maybe lottery]


Whipcord Trousers. Tailored in Greenpoint, New York, these poly/wool whipcord pants [love whipcord] have a forward facing pleated front with an additional interior French-tab closure [not usually a pleats fan but the watch pocket almost negates them here]. Pockets have leather trim [love that -ed.], button-through rear pockets. $298


The Stronghold, one of the original American denim-workwear companies, was founded in 1895 —when The Orvis Company was just 39 years old... The Stronghold® Denim Chore Coat is crafted from sturdy 11.5-oz. herringbone (aka fisher stripe) pure cotton denim; features four front pockets, a pen slot, and one interior pocket. Adjustable cuffs. $445.


Flannel Shirt. Crafted in Fall River, Massachusetts —once home to a thriving garment industry where vacant factories are gradually returning to life. Soft-brushed flannel and casual styling. Spread collar. [have never seen a gingham flannel -ed.] $149

Rising Sun Miner’s Pants. [These might be the most pined for item already; hit the image to see it way bigger. Can't confirm it in b&w but assume RisingSunJeans are behind this]. Crafted in Pasadena, CA using American cotton denim twill, these work pants are given a thoroughly broken-in look. [cue obligatory backstory -ed.] A pair of early 20thC pants found in a California mining camp provided inspiration for traditional details, including front and rear patch pockets, button fly, and adjustable-buckle back. Right-front coin pocket. Denim-lined waistband. Wheat color. $189. #nails.


Oxford-Cloth Tartan Shirt. Made in Ashland, PA by The Gitman Company (1948). Garment washed. Chest pocket. Single-button cuff. [like that navy/white/yellow] $149.

Hill Climber Jacket. Taylor Supply® crafts this heirloom-quality waxed pure cotton jacket. Shawl collar with soft wool lining, four outside pockets, adjustable waist and back straps, button front closure, and adjustable gusseted cuffs. Fully lined. Wool cuff and pocket-flap linings. Runs small. Wipe clean with damp sponge. $495 [this is actually available now]