If I'm picking between the $78 100% cotton USA made Vermont flannel and the $70 Troll co poly blend made in China, the Pladra $139 made in Nicaragua flannel, or the Naked and famous $256 made in Canada I'm going to have to try hard not to pull a muscle throwing my money at Vermont Flannel. The Freenote looks amazing but $280 is beyond my shirt budget. I'd buy the Devium as my budget's version of high end.
Legendary Whitetails made the list!!! If that western design isn't your style go with the "Buck Camp" shirt classic flannel design except it has buttons instead of snaps. Been an advocate of this brand for year. There "Tough as buck" and "Flannel lined waxed trucker jacket" also punch above their price point.
I was gonna comment the same thing! I got my buck camp flannel in black in Amazon for like $25 4 years ago. Still has the tan corduroy pieces which I think is just 👌 I wore it yesterday lol
@@jsanc316i have the wax trucker jacket. It is comfortable but my issue is. Isnt really that waxy. Unless i got a dud. The jacket seems like a light jacket but it looks amazing. I would say no lower than 50° with long sleeve shirt
Buck camp and tough as buck are both really great. I also have of their heavyweight flannels with the waxed cotton elbowpads. At 35 / 50 bucks they feel like a steal
Hey Carl I just wanted to say thank you for inspiring me to buy to start my RU-vid channel and also inspiring me to buy the legendary whitetails western flannel in two different color ways I love you videos on work wear
For 45 years, I swore by LL Bean flannel or Chamois shirts. Carhartt is now my go-to for them. Thanks for the video; I will check out the new ones you have reviewed,
Carl - I finally pulled the trigger on a few Iron Heart flannels for fall this year because of your videos with Albert, and wow, they truly are next level. I highly recommend trying out the slub flannel from Iron heart this fall!
I don't know when I got my Vermont Flannel, but I LOVEEEE this thing. The buttons look exactly the same, I always get compliments on it. Glad to know it's made in USA :) I assumed it was a flannel from a Vermont Catalogue, but I can see now its a completely separate company entirely. Ty for uploading man!! Def recommend getting the flannel to anyone on the fence, I love it so much I hemmed the sleeves
Flannel rules! Glad to see you included Vermont Flannel Company. I have had the exact same one you have for a couple years and it's been my favourite flannel!
Flannel Rules! And my favorite flannel right now is Big Bill workwear. Pretty sure most are made in Canada. Very generous fit but nice weight and warmth. Very comfortable!
I have bought a Pladra because of your channel. A great shirt. I buy one a year now. The orange and black is great and I have not seen any other brand with these colors
Carl, I'm so glad you finally got around to picking up a Devium piece and reviewing it for us! I discovered them early last year and I've been in love with them ever since. I have one of their Alder shirts, two of the Boca, a matching pair of sweatpants and hoodie, a short sleeved Henley, and their incredible waxed cotton sherpa-lined vest. I have nothing but good things to say about them.
Recently, I found your channel by chance & I’m really digging a lot @ it. Already I’ve shared it w/ my 4 adult kids & their spouses; knowing how much they’ll also appreciate your presentations. Flannel Rules. Thx you!
Flannel Rules, and hell yes it does. I re-arranged my shirts and found that more than half of them are flannels. Props to the random Sam's club Anchorage Expedition burley flannels, they've held up pretty well over the past 4 years and a couple no name Kohl's shirts from when I was a kid. My tops have to be the light and heavyweights from Carhartt though, just can't go wrong with them
I just can’t imagine dropping 3 hundo on a flannel shirt?! That shirt would hang in the closet, and barely get worn like yours lol. Legendary Whitetails is plenty good, comes in several styles and colors, and were BOGO around Christmas. TWO decent flannels for about 10% of one of those silly ones. 🤷🏻
Flannel rules, for sure. My recent favorites are The North Face Valley Twill Flannel and the Outerknown Blanket Shirt. I much prefer the yarn-dyed, textured variety over the soft-to-the-touch, printed-pattern variety.
Being from the UK went for the Barbour Hogside Tartan Shirt this year which is technically a flannel shirt the Autumn Dress colour is really nice 👌🏻 Picked up a cheap one from Costco as well which is warm as hell and includes hand warmers at only £10
@InGrindWeCrust2010 was definitely £10. Think it had a black Friday discount. Can't seem to see it on their website unfortunately. If you have Costco membership worth taking a look they have a load of flannel style shirts currently. Not the greatest quality obviously, but keep you warm and look the part.
@@siggerz8637 That's still great. Even their inexpensive import stuff looks the business. I'll have a look in the local Costco even though I'm 5,000 miles away - worth checking. Thanks!
Ok - Flannel Rules!! Heck, since watching your apparel vids, we need an extension to my closet space. Kidding, really enjoy your videos. Suggest adding some solids for a little variety. Oh, I've become pretty handy with wifey's stitch cutter removing those ridiculous exterior brand labels.. Cheers
Pladra is a new brand for me. Love it. I’m a sucker for hidden details like they have on the cuffs and collar. Christmas present to myself this year I think. Flannels rule… that’s true.
I bought a Vermont Flannel Co charcoal grey flannel at the Big E fair this year here in New England, it’s worth every penny the quality is excellent it’s my new favorite shirt. My only regret is not going with a plaid design. I will absolutely be buying more from them.
That Freenote Sashiko piece looks amazing! I scored one of their flannels on sale last spring and love it. Do a Flat Head flannel next year as your high end choice because they have very interesting fabric too. Flannels Rule!
When I lived in the Bay Area, I remember Devium was a favorite amongst the skaters. You'd see em wearing it to work and then afterward to go skate or hit the bar (or both).
You should review the Hi Vis Safety neon yellow and gray buffalo plaid flannel! I saw a local construction guy wearing one on a job site. I've never seen anything like it! It looked absolutely wild in the best way 🤩
UES is best bang for buck, but hard to beat Iron Heart quality and style. I have a few UES flannels and they are incredible 14.5 oz and feel incredibly soft inside and very well made. I will say I picked up some older American eagle off marketplace and they were so nice and paid next to niothing.
Ya, I would say more form fitting but I am 6-2, 200lbs and XL fits me great in both. It's all about checking the measurements. I have seen them look good on most body types. @@ronaldbrashears9866
I'm waiting for the Brave Star Japanese wool quilt lined flannel which is mid priced among these cotton poly shirts which I feel is a better value than most of these. Possible exception being the Vermont Flannel rules!
Thank you for including Vermont Flannel. They have sizes up to 5X. Many brands usually are made for tiny people and can be safely ignored by us larger folk - such as most of the rest of the products mentioned in this video (which go up to 2X max). ;)
I really like the old school field & stream flannels. Good and thick and tough! I've never gotten my hands on the Duluth Trading Burlyweight flannel, but it's on my list to try. Nice video! Flannel Rules
Flannel rules. The Legendary Whitetail stuff is pretty good. The shirt that says "A Reel Expert CAN TACKLE ANYTHING" Spoke to me on a visceral level. Truly the best wisdom comes from fishing paraphernalia.
FLANNEL RULES! I got cotton flannel items from uniqlo and levis. Light weight cotton fabric used. I really wanna wear them but I'm in a tropical county. Rofl.
I own 30 J . Crew New York Sportsmen’s Outfitters flannels. I am a Southerner that identifies as a Northerner and have a flannel addiction. I really appreciate this video.
My favorites are the ll bean chamois - really has that big boxy fit I like and the ralph lauren chaps flannel for something a little lighter. Tremendous values. Flannel rules!
Flannel Rules! Love that sashiko and the Devium pattern/color as well as the N&F color. Great stuff, as always! Next year, you should review a UES shirt. Thanks for all of the videos!
Flannel shirts are super, once had one for a few years wore the thing out ,however cannot remember the brand , it was more on the lighter side , and i am very picky as to what and which i would wear , price also imp. liked the choices you presented .will help me in my search
been a big fan of noble this year. never heard of them before i found them on the discount rack at cal ranch at the start of the summer they were great nice and light good pocket with a very nice pen pocket(fits the big sharpies). just picked up one of their insulated ones been great so far. i think they’re about perfect for work wear usually discounted and if not even their more expensive ones are under 50 bucks.
Flannel rules! I have several high end flannels from 3sixteen, The Flat Head, Samurai, but by far my favorite flannels are from Freenote Cloth. They always have the coolest patterns and details, and the best fit. Relaxed but not baggy. I have a couple of Jepsons and Bensons. The Jepsons are nice and midweight, good for spring and fall, but the Bensons are the real showstopper. Thick 11oz brushed flannel that feels tough as nails. I've never handled an Iron Heart UHF but I'm sure the Freenote Benson shirts can stand toe-to-toe with them.
Flannel rules! Loved the mention of the gusset in the back that some of those shirts feture. They do make a difference and I hope they won't be a thing of the past in a couple of years.
Flannel Rules! Nice to see another flannel guide. Might I suggest checking out the Roots Cypress Twill shirt. 100% organic cotton, heavy weight(over 10oz by my estimate) and under $100! I would like to see how you compare it to other extra heavy flannels.
I thought Pladra used to be Made in the USA when they started. I loved when they had the sewn antler logo on their shirt as minimal branding. Freenote I've found the sleeve buttons too tight around the wrist after buying one shirt so I've avoided them even though I think their stuff looks great. Recently I pre-ordered a flannel workshirt from Bradley Mountain. Maybe they will make next year's list if they keep it in rotation.
I made the decision a few years ago to go with wool for winter clothing. Make the switch to wool and you’ll be warmer and more comfortable. Cotton is horrible at keeping you warm and so all they do is make it heavier. Sweatshirts are the only cotton cold gear I have.
Flannel rules, especially when I can find it in tall sizing. Legendary Whitetails has that in my size so I think I'm gonna order a couple. Thanks for the reviews!
Flannel rules. Legendary whitetails is pretty decent quality. I have their tough as buck outdoorsman wool blend jacket and really like it. Only 60% ish wool but very warm and comes in tall sizing.
