I am an American who is a longstanding Henry Poole customer. I have dealt with Simon since the mid 90's and have stopped in to visit whenever i am in London or when he has visited NYC. I am indeed humbled to have had the opportunity to experience the Henry Poole treatment. Simon is a kind, decent and knowledgeable professional. This video is amazing-it is how Simon treats every customer.
I’m pretty confident that no one in the world is doing this work anywhere near the level at which Kirby operates. This is an oral history project and I’m glad someone is capturing and recording these rich traditions.
I concurr with the commenters below. The production values are insane in this video, it would not look out of place on TV. I’ve been watching since the shoe shine days, so great to see this channel progress! 🎉👏
Thank you Kirby for allowing us to see these artisans at work, using the utmost in quality, meanwhile sharing with us bespoke products that that are so amazing to see. Further, the up-close videos and interviews are well done, and informative.
How I have been waiting for this season to begin. An American displaying the very best that Britain has to offer is doing us a great service, an honor it is to be British.
What a fascinating film. Thoroughly looking forward to this series which looks to be every bit as well produced as the accoutrements highlighted! Excellent work!
As an American, it has always been a dream of mine to participate in a traditional English shooting party. (Tailored tweeds are a big part of that dream) Great video! Please keep them coming.
@Benny Phitfrawd Actually, I'd be just as happy traversing through the many beautiful spots in the UK. The tweed is the point, not the guns. And I'm for comprehensive gun reform. But I'm sure this does nothing to change your stereotypes.
As an Englishman, let me apologise for the comment of my kinsman. Unfortunately our media loves to propagate a misleading narrative on Americas second amendment and, much as the same as the activists on your side of the pond, they dont want to address the root issues or compare how many lives are saved vs taken by guns. They only see the sensationalised stories without the statistics that put it into perspective. Americans should protect their traditions.
It's interesting how each tweed was used as a means of identification. The pattern of the tweed essentially communicated what estate you belonged to. It appears that some estates in Scotland still have exclusive tweed patterns today. Fascinating to also learn how each tweed had a certain level of strength depending on the type of shooting that one would engage in. The attention to detail is amazing.
I firmly believe everyone should treat themselves to a properly fitted high quality suit at least once in there life. It’s feels great and you look great.
Twice, while in London, I made visits to Audley street. First, I must state that their guns are well beyond my means; yet I would never go to London and not visit Purdeys. Both times the staff treated me with respect and concentrated patience - explaining their processes, history and dedication to the pinnacle of quality. The staff member who attended us allowed me to handle several shotguns which, I guess, would be called pre-owned and ready for new owners. I was tempted to take out a second mortgage. What a thrill. They made my wife feel like a queen. She bought me a stunning engraved hunting knife. My favorite store on earth.
I haven't even started watching this video yet and I've paused it to express how excited I am! I've been waiting patiently since the release of the trailer a few weeks ago. Kirby, your quality of content is second to none. You have honestly helped make me better dressed, and more educated on certain things like shoes and accessories. It's nice you let us see things like your measurements and hear the whole bespoke process, it's something most will never get to experience or helps you feel more confident about your first time since we've watched you go through it.
I'm British and incredibly proud of our history, traditions and class...this series epitomises this to me, a joy to see. To the American viewers, why is it that (some) Americans seem to like to declare Irish, Italian heritage with gusto but I never hear any Americans declare their British heritage...because clearly a significant percentage of Americans would have British heritage....parts of America were part of the British empire so its clearly logical.
America went to great lengths to become independent from Great Britain. The British were seen as an oppressive force. That is probably why people are more quiet about British ancestry
@@scrumpoxjnr Yes I can understand that view you have fairly made, to me Americans (some) like the idea of pomp, history, heritage of the British traditions, such as many Kirby participates in, I guess this is what makes me wonder why the reluctance to accept British heritage in many Americans 🤔
My mother, as a child, was sent to New York at the beginning of the war. But she was from Blackpool and we were taught to never bring that up in polite company.
@@scrumpoxjnr This isn't quite accurate. The founding Americans were quite literally British people and this played a massive part in early American culture. These people wanted to seperate themselves from the rule of the King but carried on many English constitutional traditions, iconography and culture. To the OP, i quite often see Americans with British heritage being immensely proud of their ethnic roots but i think this aspect of American culture and history has been somewhat overshadowed and sidelined in more recent years and others cultures have been put on a pedestal.
Somewhat related to this is that several Americans and also Australians I have met, think that the average Brit and Irish person literally hate each other and it’s just not true. I’ve had someone nervously say an Irishman will be at an event I was going to that night, will there be a problem 😂 Yes of course certain people are nationalistic, especially concerning sport and memories of the ‘troubles’ are not easily forgotten by others, but Brits and Irish mix all the time. The working class English didn’t benefit from the stuff the upper class did in Ireland. I’ve had numerous Irish friends and colleagues, along with meeting scores more and not one bad experience…ever. Also, the English celebrate St Patrick’s day like they were born in Dublin, but far less so for St George’s day.
Unbelievable quality Kirby, it’s here where we get our knowledge of traditional heritage and craftsmanship that is almost a hidden treasure now adays. Really really appreciate for this
With just over a month to go until the Glorious 12th! I'll be at Ripley Castle for the start of the season. Just can't wait. it's one of the best things anyone can still do.
There is not so many things to say. Just incredible! Making me crave to have at least one suit from Savile Row tailors! One of the best purchases that a man can make. Keep the good work!
I love that you are going to the mill. I don't wear suits on an everyday basis, but I have learned a ton from watching these videos. I now look at the suits I have, and cringe with how they drape and form (or not) to me.
What an excellent series Kirby. Were this a less refined community I would regale you with a thoroughly profane exclamation of just how much I am enjoying it. But in order to preserve the gentlemanly atmosphere, I'll just say bravo, and well done Sir.
As a Brit I'm glad you enjoyed your shooting party. You definitely looked the part and as you say dressing right is part of the fun. I've been salmon fishing in similar circumstances where there was only my party and the ghillie that made the effort. It not just about catching the fish, or in the case of salmon very rarely about catching the fish. I once took my family from the UK to Arizona to experience a dude ranch. Having checked the website my family were dressed like an episode of Bonanza, the other guests were in band t-shirts and trainers.
As an American bird hunter in the south, I absolutely love this. You had me at shoes years ago, and now there will be a James Purdey fitting. Really nothing quite like this channel. Also, when I saw those patterns, I said I wonder if there is something in a soft green and an infantry blue. Spoilers, there is indeed.
It's wonderful seeing what luxurious crafts could be enjoyed from this channel. I'm certainly intrigued how the above average earner can access what used to be the norm in retail. But sadly the for majority of us. The nice artisan products we can aspire for, are just going to be only accessible by the extra ordinary rich in my opinion! One pair of shoes price tag from a "artisan" brand is enough to fit several generations of lives at the cheaper end for most of the world.
I love bespoke suits and shoes, it's very comfortable to wear and has good quality, you can do detailed job what I love more, it's worth the money and efforts, it's all about details exactly, thanks Kirby I'm proud of you and it's really nice to watch your fashion shows.
Exceptionally done. What an entertaining and educational experience. It’s great to watch the process and understand the behind the reasons. Thank you once again.
I check all the latest fashion videos and I find them really useful and interesting, it's a great privilege to get acquainted with modern fashion firsthand from celebrities of bespoke taillors of English moda , thanks Kirby
The hole in the market I was hoping this video would fill was for how to commission a suit for concealed carry in more "normal" usage either in a fashion or business setting, as opposed to a much less utilitarian (and prevalent) skeet shooting or hunting scenario. Would love to see that next.
Scottish shooting. You pretty much want a pair of tweed plus 4's, Le Chameau leather lined wellies, a simple striped shirt, lambswool jumper, tweed cap and a schoffel or buffalo jacket. You don't want to be bitten through your socks and if you want a good day ask to walk the line with the beaters and shoot anything going back if its partridges.
The great tradition of the estate tweed! I remember my final shoot of last season at an estate in Wiltshire I hadn’t visited before, where the owner, the head keeper, and the under-keepers, all look splendid in their matching estate tweed. Part of the art of dressing as a gun is not to inadvertently appear to imitate the estate tweed, or look like you’re pretending to be an estate owner when you aren’t. Rather like going to a black tie event and not ending up looking a waiter, but more challenging.
It seems you were more inclined to the heavier tweed, I would rather go for the longer wearing suit too if going through the experience. But it would be a great video if you did it again Kirby, really enjoying the process, enough to enjoy it again soon. Thanks.
@@chumleyk The difference being that medieval jousting no longer exists and butlers are still very much in demand by "current traditional gentlemen". You wouldn't scoff if you landed a senior butler position with a salary of £250k pa.
Kirby- Henry Poole is a great tailor. I would also suggest stopping by Cordings (19 Piccadilly, London) for shooting clothing next time you are in London.
Hey mate just subscribed to your channel your videos are fascinating and shows a side of life and the world that i never knew existed. Well done good onya mate👍.
