Where to buy knits?

[STEVE S.]

Ok guys, as much as I hate it, I’m in the market for a new knit supplier. Not badmouthing anyone, just need a little better customer service than I’m currently getting. It’s been a slow downhill roll for over a year now with communication being the key. I’m starting to lose a few restoration jobs now due to being in limbo waiting for 2-3 weeks for a simple reply to a request, usually numerous requests. Any recommendations? I know Gibson & Barnes sells knits, but very limited as to color selection, from what I’ve been told, it’s a mid brown on A2 style & seal for the rib rack Navy style. Would prefer a US dealer with the current global shipping situation.

 

[blackrat2]

Sorry to hear this Steve…I guess the obvious choice would be to speak to JC, very gracious with his time and knowledge or Dena

 

[B-Man2]

Steve
Have you tried the guy that sells them on EBay? Or is he the guy that doesn’t communicate any longer?
In the past I’ve gotten them from MASH but that was a few years back and I’m not sure if they are still selling them.

 

[STEVE S.]

Steve
Have you tried the guy that sells them on EBay? Or is he the guy that doesn’t communicate any longer?
In the past I’ve gotten them from MASH but that was a few years back and I’m not sure if they are still selling them.

Yes, Larry is the one I’m having issues with. I’ll repeat, not running him into the ground, bashing or badmouthing as everyone has issues at times but communication is a big key in my book.

 

[Goinghome82]

I remember seeing a Facebook post from NorShor getting his knits locally in Minnesota. Andrews knitting mills. Maybe ask him for details?

 

[Pilot]

All mine from here. Mash Japan.

Knit Parts

www.mash-japan.co.jp

Unmatched according to my experience!

 

[Micawber]

Seconded. I've been buying from MASH too following mysterious losses in the mail from the previous supplier.

A bit of old fashioned letting your fingers doing the walking could well throw up a trade / wholesale supplier closer to home.

JC & Mark at Nor Shaw are certainly worth having a word with.

 

[Feliz]

Question from a noobie……..what is generally considered to be the preferred material for knittings? I’m ordering my first leather jacket, an A-1 from 5* and as you know they have several options And I’m at a loss, I’m thinking I prefer wool but what do the experts say? TIA

 

[MikeyB-17]

Originals were 100% wool. They didn't use polyester when A-1 and A-2 's were designed. Some makers (Aero, I believe, are one), use wool/poly mix, insisting it's an improvement (longevity?), but given the choice, I'd go for wool.

 

[mulceber]

Originals were 100% wool. They didn't use polyester when A-1 and A-2 's were designed. Some makers (Aero, I believe, are one), use wool/poly mix, insisting it's an improvement (longevity?), but given the choice, I'd go for wool.

Couldn’t have put it better. +1

 

[B-Man2]

+2