So apart from all the denim and audio, I’m also in the Property industry! If you’re looking for property in Singapore or if you’re from Singapore and looking for property anywhere overseas, get in touch and I’ll be sure to sort you out. I specialize in industrial, commercial and residential properties. Your business is very … Continue reading
Tonight, I spent some time catching up with my good friend Sean Slater from RawrDenim. Amidst talking about journalism and snails on weed, we had a lengthy discussion on the benefits and purposes of denim contests in general. He felt that denim contests were great as they promote brands to the community and it serves … Continue reading
I’ve been getting a few “What size should I buy?” questions from both forum members and people I’ve met. So here’s an article to help everyone out there, who’s been looking for a guide in buying a new pair. I hope this helps. First thing to note when looking at a new pair of denim … Continue reading
BNV Footwear started in 2010 as a small outfit in Indonesia, pushing out high quality cow hide handmade leather boots, which were only sold locally. Within those 2 years, the company has expanded astronomically. Their products are carried in stores in the States and Europe and peppered all across Asia. The brand alone is something … Continue reading
I’ve dedicated 1 entire year solely on wearing in 1 particular pair of jeans. The Samurai S003JP-A. This particular model weighs in at 17oz, made with 40% Pima cotton and 60% Egyptian cotton. What’s particularly special about this model, was how the weft was made with 100% Japanese washi paper fiber. This makes it “Paper … Continue reading
The Hall of Fade X Pronto 6th Anniversary product recently arrived at my doorsteps. When Michael first talked to me about this collaboration, I was admittedly a bit skeptical about the product. He said “its a throw back to the old view master back in the day, with 3D reels of denim production.” I … Continue reading
Founders Menno and Rene have expanded with the opening of their second store in Amsterdam, throwing open their doors on the 18th October 2012! I’ve been following their progress, from tracking down a good location, to building the interior with gigantic planks of timber for shelving. It’s been quite a journey for them, but they’ve … Continue reading
I’m sure everyone by now has heard all there needs to be known about Zimbabwe cotton, how it’s long staple can produce a weave so soft, denim mills are charging a premium for them. It has taken the industry by storm with the much accredited hype surrounding it, but has anyone heard of Xinjiang cotton? … Continue reading
I’ve always been fascinated with the technology behind electrostatic headphones, but never found the extra cash lying around to pick up a set. Fortunately for me, I’m good friends with Head-Fi member Spekkio, who just so happens to be a bit of a Stax addict. I’ve known him to be quite picky with his audio … Continue reading
Couple days ago, I found myself discussing the merits of custom cable building for custom IEMs and came to the conclusion that my vision of building an indestructible portable cable for custom IEMs (CIEMs) just can’t be done. At least not with the resources readily available to me. Perhaps some day with a proprietary connector … Continue reading
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