I WASTED $130 On a Real McCoy's Loopwheel T-Shirt

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I WASTED $130 On a Real McCoy's Loopwheel T-Shirt

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The Real McCoys are one of the most popular Japanese brands out there for American and vintage inspired clothing so I wanted to see how their famous loopwheel athletic t-shirt stacks up against the rest.
I must admit I am disappointed. When your fiance says it "looks like it's from Primark" you know something is not right. For the price of this shirt I expected better and compared to competitor brands with a comparable product it just misses the mark in my opinion. All stores that sold this shirt list it as 'heavyweight' when it is FAR from heavyweight. In fact it is one of the lightest shirts I have. Yes it is soft, but that is about it. Would I buy this shirt again? No. There are far better t-shirts out there both in terms of value and quality.
Note: I say £105 in the video. The actual cost was:
Shirt - £95
Total + shipping and taxes - £101.50
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@changyiliu1954 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Cameron! In my understanding, since The Real Mccoy's and Freewheelers are repro brands, the weight of their T-shirts is very historical. When they are talking about heavyweight, it’s around 5.5-6.5oz rather than 8oz. Just like when those repro brands saying heavyweight denim, it’s not 21oz but 14-14.5oz. I've been talked to other people about the weight of their t-shirts and I've been told which thinner but stronger fabrics are harder to make than thicker but stronger ones. Don't get me wrong, I'm a heavyweight T-shirt fan myself. My t-shirts are all over 10oz. But I once owned a thinner Freewheelers tee and the quality was surprisingly good!

@atacsk1983 2 жыл бұрын

I think this is a very good point. I cannot imagine guys from 50s wearing 8oz t-shirts. At the same time 5-6oz t-shirt are still quite heavy in today's standards compared to basic mass produced t-shirts available on the market.

@CameronO 2 жыл бұрын

Hey man, thanks for the reply. An aspect I never actually thought of and makes so much sense. Maybe it is down to the marketing being misleading but a valid point nonetheless. Freewheels is one i have not tried. I'll get there hah

@ludovicaubry876 2 жыл бұрын

Where are you buying your 10 oz tee ?

@ludovicaubry876 2 жыл бұрын

Where are you buying your 10 oz tee ?

@changyiliu1954 2 жыл бұрын

@@ludovicaubry876 Iron Heart made 11oz tee, Godspeed (Australian selvedge brand) made 10oz tee. Both are awesome

@robertrosas5975 2 жыл бұрын

I hate paying for shipping too lol. Especially when it’s an expensive item

@journeymanedc 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the honest review, Cameron! There are quite a few options for quality loopwheel shirts out there and it's hard to know which ones justify the high price tag. So far, I've found the Merz B. 215 is my favorite.

@TwoWheeledTokyo 2 жыл бұрын

That price is insane. In Japan it costs ¥8,800 incl. shipping (approx $70 or £55) from The Real McCoy’s Nagoya store.

@CameronO 2 жыл бұрын

That is mental! I got my RMC A2 and loopwheel sweat from the store there back in the day and remember it being MUCH cheaper than here. Crazy how there is still such a disparity. Thanks for the comment mate. Always good to know info like this!

@zatarawood3588 6 ай бұрын

@@CameronO Why is the disparity this large? It makes no sense at all. It seems to vary across brands with some like RMC charging a massive up charge in foreign markets (US, UK and Europe). In Japan they are priced at what they are worth imo but the UK prices are just too high for workwear. When I go into the usual stores like Rivet and Hide, or Clutch, it seems they have small amounts of stock bought in & when I go back a month or two later they still have it so its not like the stuff is flying off the shelves at those prices. The amount of denim heads out there at least in western markets has definitely gone down & they aren't buying at these kinds of prices from what I can see.

@user-hc5pi5zh5j 2 жыл бұрын

So glad I finally clicked on one of your recommended videos! Great stuff man, keep it up!

@alanward4671 2 жыл бұрын

I'm still a newbie to this stuff so I'm not on very solid ground here, but it feels that maybe some brands take their status for granted a bit. I can't say too much because I haven't tried Real McCoy for myself, but claiming that a shirt is heavyweight when it clearly is not and charging £100 is a real abuse of trust. I could see me paying £100 for the Merz B 2S14 because they've earned my trust and ditto for UES, The Strike Gold and Sunray, but your experience here is a good reminder that you can't just equate sky-high prices with better quality. Same goes for retailers too, so a quick shout-out for Redcast Heritage - good prices and the nicest folk you could deal with.

@HeroHeritage 2 жыл бұрын

I found the exact same thing with mine. I’ve washed it twice and it seems to be holding up well. My biggest complaint is the fit…a little too loose/baggy for my typical taste but it is quite comfortable here in the Texas heat. Awesome vid, as always!

@CameronO 2 жыл бұрын

Agree for super hot weather it will actually be a blessing i think hah

@metalplague89 2 жыл бұрын

I’ll take Bravestar 8.5oz tee for $28 and Made in USA👍🏼

@RadioMcRadioface 3 ай бұрын

i had a print of that on a sleeveless sweatshirt and now I know where the print came from, thanks for the education.

@paulfellowes4879 2 жыл бұрын

Visually it doesn't look like a quality t-shirt, i hate to say that, but it doesn't. You are correct, there are many other brands out there doing loopwheel tee's that offer better quality, shapes and styles. Btw, £5.95 nowadays is nothing for postage...and don't forget packaging, although i will say, for that it was pants.

@JP-gd6pw Жыл бұрын

I have navy and white ones and I love them. If you want a heavy stuff, you should go for a gusset tee.

@thanGacao 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful vid! I'm currently gathering a lot of loopwheel items for my vintage/used shop and this video and your knowledge will come in handy in selecting items.

@CameronO 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Sounds like a cool shop!

@dabest2500 2 жыл бұрын

For just a bit more, you could pick up the incredible 11oz cotton knit crew neck from Iron Heart (IHT-1600) at £133 - definitely worth checking out. I loved it so much that I picked up all four colours. This is a GENUINELY heavyweight t-shirt, and you WILL sweat in it during the summer. As a comparison, they're heavier than some pairs of denim.

@CameronO 2 жыл бұрын

I was very close to getting one of those but the sleeve opening looks to be knitted or a little weird.

@dabest2500 2 жыл бұрын

@@CameronO The whole t-shirt is a knit fabric!

@CameronO 2 жыл бұрын

haha i meant the sleeve end. In some photos it looked like it tapered a bit. But just had a look again and it actually looks decent.

@docl13 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate the honest reviews man! Keep it up

@CameronO 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Appreciate that comments.

@MegaThucydides 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Cameron I'm wondering if you ever tried out Bronson Mfg T-shirts. They have some tubular heavyweight (9-10oz) offerings. At ~25 USD for a guy who only wears T-shirts as undershirts and gym shirts, they are the most expensive and luxury ones I have. I'm not sure I will ever buy the top-of-the-line $100+ shirts you dabble in. That's why it is super valuable if you get your hands on a Bronson seamless T-shirt, and give an honest and objective appraisal. I'm really curious about your take on what distance (if any) there is between the $30 Bronsons vs. Studio D'Artisan or Merz or Iron Heart. Thank you!

@atacsk1983 2 жыл бұрын

I think you would benefit from size M instead of L. It would sit nicer on you body as it is quite stretchy. I have exact the same t-shirt and after 3 years, more than 100 wears and more than 50 washes it looks the same, almost as the brand new one. No pilling, no holes, retains its shape nicely after every wash.

@CameronO 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, i would have liked a M. All my research pointed to a L and i read somewhere they fit small and to size up. But the M would have fit fine i think.

@Smarty3853 11 ай бұрын

I have about a dozen of the American Athletic tees. Most comfortable t-shirts I own, and I've tried most Japanese brands. The American Athletic t-shirts have all lasted well, and the boxy cut is great.

@nimasamadi7091 2 жыл бұрын

My favourite every day white tee is the Sugar Cane / Whitesville 7oz 2-pack tee. Otherwise, I picked up a the Studio d'Artisan Loopwheel 9913 tee. I was into the Suvin Gold tees but don't like the pockets on them. It was crazy uncomfortable for the first week of wear since it's like wearing raw denim, 10.5oz but I broke in the shirt quite nicely.

@mchi6621 4 ай бұрын

You can get these in your trip to JP for 8k yen.. with the conversion rate, really good deal.

@douglasbrooks2132 2 жыл бұрын

You would fit a medium far better. That airy, breezy weave and slub feel is my favorite thing about this shirt---it's cool in the summer and incredibly warm in the winter. Mine have been worn hard, washed repeatedly, and they have held up brilliantly, I would, however, have to agree that it's too expensive.

@frankreynolds6390 2 жыл бұрын

£100 for a t-shirt lol, what were you thinking?

@CameronO 2 жыл бұрын

Doing it so you guys don't have to hah

@justinklein2982 Жыл бұрын

@@CameronO Classy response. Way to handle an insult and make it funny. Cheers.

@oli266 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, love the transparency 🙏

@CameronO 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙌

@lulabelle82 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Cameron, thanks for your honest review. Also I really agree about the delivery. I live in northern Ireland and tried to get some pro club t shirts from the only place in the UK that I can find that stocks them and they wanted to charge me £10 delivery for a t shirt.

@CameronO 2 жыл бұрын

I know right, it's crazy. Like a blanket fee for everyone. I just don't get it. Most stores selling these types of clothing have free delivery. It's very easy to take my business elsewhere for small things like that.

@markopolo9936 Жыл бұрын

New sub here, liking your content :) totally agree about the shipping gripe, when you spend nearly 100 quid on a fairly minor piece of clothing, they should just Chuck in free shipping. Anything that amount should be free regardless IMO

@flavioalvarez9173 Жыл бұрын

I haven't tried their loopwheel tees, but the 2 packs and and the Buco heavy slub t-shirts have been my go-to for years. Those are definitely on the heavier side and they literally last more than any other t-shirt I've ever had. The neck keeps it's shape and doesn't stretch and the Buco is a little more fitted as well. Looks like you should have gone for the M, btw.

@JS-dt1tn 7 ай бұрын

Yep. The 2 pack tees can take a beating, much tighter weave. I've only order 3 packs over 5 years... And when they're torn up they still look good.

@sats_nak 2 жыл бұрын

Love the shirt you're wearing in this one. The loopwheel look of the RMC looks great, as a fabric, but agree it doesn't look the best as a shirt. Think a M would have fit better, but yeah, don't think RMC loopwheel are #1.. hard pass.

@HandballMr 2 жыл бұрын

I said it before, I’ll say it again. Get yourself an Iron Heart IH-1600 tee 🙏🏽 Yes, hefty price point. Yes, worth every penny.

@jr-zo9gi 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, as always. Have you tried Filth Mart? If not, you should. A 50s style cut, a good medium weight and no side seams.

@CameronO 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I haven't heard of them. US brand I am assuming? So many good alternatives out there now!

@bromfiets 2 жыл бұрын

Btw, if you haven’t yet, check out Glad Hands Royal T. The best Loopwheeled Shirt I own.

@vaverdugo2 2 жыл бұрын

I've got this same tee but in the grey colorway. I definitely not a huge fan of it. The texture looks ok but after washing it's super wrinkly not in a good way and in all the hems is almost impossible not to have creases that will be there forever unless you iron them and even then it's the way the fabric wants to go so maybe nothing to do about it. Overall I'd rather buy a Flathead tee any day.

@CameronO 2 жыл бұрын

It does get rather wrinkly. As you can see in this video. It was just washed.

@supernaturalcarlover Ай бұрын

Which t -shirt are you wearing?

@rangerscoach 2 жыл бұрын

Go completely crazy get the 9oz boncoura pocket t. I’ve got it. It’s a grail T-shirt if there is such a thing. I wear it under leather jackets. The only other one id imagine comes close is the Suvin gold from d artisan

@danielsevell5732 2 жыл бұрын

That's a shame. There isn't a worse feeling than that of a regretful purchase... especially in the case of something that feels as flimsy as this!

@sf2explus184 Жыл бұрын

i think those t shirts are suppose to be that way.

@AnthonyLa92 2 жыл бұрын

Can’t wait for the update to the T-shirt comparison video! I’ve really enjoyed the UES loop-wheeled t-shirts, and am interested to see your input on what the cream of the crop is for 2022 from what you’ve tested out!

@CameronO 2 жыл бұрын

Looking to film it this weekend (fingers crossed) Most, if not all of the shirts aren't new. Just new to me hah this year :)

@theway3058 2 жыл бұрын

Looks great on you. Might not work on me as I have long torso. This shirts seams as tho there is some good Streatching to it and a lot of breathability.

@ppcrlcht5502 2 жыл бұрын

Warehouse & co loopwheeled tees all the way ! Cheaper, very solid thick collar and a broad choice of colors. Tried Iron Heart: meh. Tried Merz too: ok but 50s cut is too thin.

@CameronO 2 жыл бұрын

Just got the 4601 for the next tshirt video. Stay tuned ;)

@jessesymons4335 2 жыл бұрын

Merz best t shirt is the 2 thread the inside is a bit softer and is thicker fabric than the 50

@RB-xv4si 2 жыл бұрын

Are you saying this is softer than the Merz B Sea Island?

@brianagee2790 2 жыл бұрын

Think you're getting neppy mixed up with slubby.

@CameronO 2 жыл бұрын

It was a long week :)

@chrissoegono5139 2 жыл бұрын

Wondering what your thoughts are about the fit compared to another loopwheeled like the Merz etc.? Maybe include this feedback in the upcoming video you mention?

@CameronO 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris, The other loopwheel shirts have a better fit, but that is my opinion. Merz B is unbeatable for the quality and price. As is Warehouse & Co 4601 which feels like the RMC but is a lot cheaper and a better fit. There's so many great options. Even The Strike Gold!

@soodalhandle 2 жыл бұрын

hope you have a wonderful summer

@nyc75vintage 2 жыл бұрын

Next time buy a J.Crew heritage t-shirt in 7.5 oz. You will be surprised how good these t 's are.

@habl00pep 6 ай бұрын

Sounds like reasonable shipping costs

@benwaddington2475 2 жыл бұрын

Do you not find indigo from jeans rubs off onto the expensive white tshirt?

@CameronO 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Ben, yep, it certainly does. For the most part though it washes out.

@samuelguce 2 жыл бұрын

Wonder what Samurai tees are like - cheers for this review

@CameronO 2 жыл бұрын

I'll be going over one in my next t-shirt ep. They are great. One of my favs

@IlCaroSassone 2 жыл бұрын

Can you return it? That’s a lot of money for a tee that you’re not absolutely crazy about.

@bx_h23 2 жыл бұрын

What brand is the blue jacket?🥹

@nimasamadi7091 2 жыл бұрын

It’s a Vetra Chore Coat.

@bromfiets 2 жыл бұрын

What’s the green short you wear?

@nimasamadi7091 2 жыл бұрын

OrSlow Slim Fit Fatigue Shorts.

@CameronO 2 жыл бұрын

Spot on ;)

@LarsLenningerJansen Жыл бұрын

Well Done Video

@johnnyzhao4985 2 жыл бұрын

Real McCoy price is insane but feels not that awesome when try it on …. Not only this T-shirt

@SJH2022 2 жыл бұрын

What’s the shirt you are wearing dude ?

@CameronO 2 жыл бұрын

Hi mate it is the Studio D'artisan Fox fibre. fox-006 i believe. Really nice shirt. Very earthy tones but so soft.

@duyluu3354 8 күн бұрын

It’s a slub shirt. That’s what it looks like. Enjoy it.

@Jesse-ek3en 2 жыл бұрын

I have a bunch of their tees (this one, pocket tee, buco striped, rmc logo), and this is the only one I don't enjoy

@jasonsloan1991 2 жыл бұрын

iron heart … and don’t like look back

@tom43x34 2 жыл бұрын

Did not know you moved back to London

@alphadream953 8 ай бұрын

theres no 'wasting' on Real McCoy's

@blueband8114 2 жыл бұрын

Not sure if you have one already, but The Flat Head heavyweight T, is a heavy weight. Nice quality, and cheaper than that one. Just awaiting a Merz B Schwannen heavyweight to arrive, hoping that to hits the mark.

@nimasamadi7091 2 жыл бұрын

The Merz B Schwannen heavyweight is like wearing a pair of raw denim on your upper body. Super uncomfortable the first 1-2 weeks of wear. I'd suggest wearing it every day for almost a month to break it in before the first wash.

@blueband8114 2 жыл бұрын

@@nimasamadi7091 ah, you had me going for a bit. Got the Merz T on now, it's totally soft.

@nimasamadi7091 2 жыл бұрын

@@blueband8114 Nice! Is it the 14oz? Mine was just really stiff and tight around the shoulders. Took a week, a rinse and a few more wears to soften up and break in.

@FIOBOC 2 жыл бұрын

GREAT

@orlog3343 2 жыл бұрын

Uniqlo supima tees are the best all around. Very inexpensive, good quality, super soft

@roepetoepa 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely, so underrated. Great fit too!

@CameronO 2 жыл бұрын

This and the Arket t-shrit get asked about a lot. It's on my list to get both!

@Kiennguyen22360 Жыл бұрын

damn marketing and advertising got you bad

@RetrievingSearain 2 жыл бұрын

My wardrobe has got to be worth up to 30k and I don't mind spending 1k for a pair of shell cordovan Aldens, 400 for some mad neppy OrSlow denim or 2k for a bespoke suit, yet, when it comes to t-shirts, I refuse to buy anything but 4 Euro a pop ones at the local mall; there's absolutely no point in splurging on something as painfully basic as a plain, non-descriptive, cotton t-shirt. Loopwheeled, knitted, whatever, it's just a t-shirt and I'll be running it into the ground within the year anyway. If you're fit, they'll look good regardless.

@asegal4677 2 жыл бұрын

Getting a good fitting properly proportioned t shirt in my view is very difficult and I am in good shape