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[Shanghai-Mayne]

I've considered purchasing the B-11 parka to try out since the only other budget B-11 that I'm aware of is Gizemo's at more than twice the price ($700+ shipping IIRC). I'm not really seeing any huge differences between the two jackets based on photos. Aside from the branding problem, I just can't get over the shipping cost. $49.00 for the exact same shipping service that Bronson offers at no charge, with a 2-3 week turnaround. $49.00 should easily cover 3 day shipping through DHL or FedEx.

B11 from the RTWB , is the only budget and quality B11.
B11 from the Gizemo, is the not very much budget and high quality B11.
I know it, because I have considered to buy one.

 

[mulceber]

I've considered purchasing the B-11 parka to try out since the only other budget B-11 that I'm aware of is Gizemo's at more than twice the price ($700+ shipping IIRC). I'm not really seeing any huge differences between the two jackets based on photos. Aside from the branding problem, I just can't get over the shipping cost. $49.00 for the exact same shipping service that Bronson offers at no charge, with a 2-3 week turnaround. $49.00 should easily cover 3 day shipping through DHL or FedEx.

Just a thought, but would a Gizemo B-10 scratch the same itch and be more amenable to Oklahoma?

 

[coolhandluke]

Just a thought, but would a Gizemo B-10 scratch the same itch and be more amenable to Oklahoma?

Not sure about Gizemo, but my Buzz B-10 is pretty worthless in any temps below 40° F. While OK is pretty far south, we still have plenty of arctic air during January and February. The temp this morning was 12°F with a wind chill of -3°F. The high today is 28°F with a wind chill of 15°F.

 

[Shanghai-Mayne]

The main difference is, liner material.
RTWB used 50% wool 35% alpaca blend, on their current vision
Gizemo used 80% alpaca
And in the hood, I am sure Gizemo gonna use better quality sheepskin , based on my experience with their B10 .

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If budget is crucial, perhaps, N3 from Bronson or wait until Real Simons release his N3.

Just my 2 cents.

 

[coolhandluke]

The main difference is, liner material.
RTWB used 50% wool 35% alpaca blend, on their current vision
Gizemo used 80% alpaca
And in the hood, I am sure Gizemo gonna use better quality sheepskin , based on my experience with their B10 .

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If budget is crucial, perhaps, N3 from Bronson or wait until Real Simons release his N3.

Just my 2 cents.

Thanks for the helpful information @Shanghai-Mayne. You're a good man!

 

[Shanghai-Mayne]

Thanks for the helpful information @Shanghai-Mayne. You're a good man!

Luke ,you are welcome.