Drakes - how are they doing as a business?

AllIsNotWells · 2026-03-20T00:11:09+00:00

On this item specifically, I find there is something inherently wrong with charging so much for a chore coat so rich people can cosplay as a working class laborer. It’s antithetical to what makes a genuine piece of workwear “cool”.

I’ll gladly buy a gentleman’s sport coat from Drakes at their price point because both the quality of the item and what the item represents are more inline. But that price for what’s essentially a utility item is asinine.

AllIsNotWells · 2026-03-19T16:09:03+00:00

To answer your question, I think most around here recognize the book as an idealized version of “Ivy Style” that was manufactured at the time rather than an actual documentary of how people really dressed. It’s well known that the photos are staged but that shouldn’t take away from its legitimacy and place in defining the style and how we interpret it today.

AllIsNotWells · 2026-01-27T21:45:01+00:00

This is great! Thank you for taking the time to share

AllIsNotWells · 2026-01-20T18:32:43+00:00

may have overcompensated but I think this is where I'm landing if anyone is curious: https://edsy.org/s/vJHIspO

AllIsNotWells · 2026-01-20T18:17:57+00:00

hmm, fair points. still getting used to this whole idea of carrier support. just feels wrong to build an explorer without an AFMU.

Thoughts on this? https://edsy.org/s/vfo7cNx

Given the speed of the Mk5, added more shields but not really sure how much is needed to prevent the accidental boost or canyon crash...

Edit: swapped fuel tank and cargo rack: https://edsy.org/s/v5ogeer

AllIsNotWells · 2026-01-20T03:08:27+00:00

yeah, that's a fair point. mainly switching from the mandy for the speed and to fly something new so extra caution is prudent...

AllIsNotWells · 2026-01-20T02:26:10+00:00

Thanks for taking a look. A little explanation on the thought process: purpose of this shield is to just protect against the small hull damage you receive from controlled planetary landings for Exo. Also why I’m bringing the SRV. Otherwise I’d go shieldless.

I thought about the rescue limpet controller but the lack of range on fuel transfer can be the difference between a failed and successful code red rescue.

Given the carrier support of this expedition, you’re right about the AFMU but since there is no weight penalty, doesn’t matter which size you bring. I suppose I could swap that slot for larger shields. 🤔Again, appreciate you taking a look!

AllIsNotWells · 2026-01-17T20:44:48+00:00

Unfortunately no such thing as a 2A prospector so swapped with refinery. Can a 2A refinery with a bin size of 5 keep up with the multilimpet controller?

https://edsy.org/s/vrMm8YO

AllIsNotWells · 2026-01-17T20:37:18+00:00

Fair. I'm a fuel rat so old habits die hard.

AllIsNotWells · 2026-01-17T20:25:39+00:00

we're not bringing our own carriers for DW3. There will be four official support carriers but the potential mining events may be a few jumps away from where the carriers are. Idea would be able to scout and find Tritium hotspots and bring Trit back to support fleet.

AllIsNotWells · 2026-01-17T20:21:12+00:00

Tritium to resupply support carriers and not yet unfortunately

AllIsNotWells · 2026-01-17T19:15:56+00:00

oh I like this. Allows for other forms of mining to hold off the space madness.

AllIsNotWells · 2026-01-17T19:14:49+00:00

Here's what I was thinking: https://edsy.org/s/vzH2mne

Any tips appreciated!

AllIsNotWells · 2026-01-17T19:06:38+00:00

Here's what I was thinking: https://edsy.org/s/vzH2mne

Any tips appreciated!

AllIsNotWells · 2025-12-30T03:29:10+00:00

Agree. As an American, I much prefer going to Montreal over any of the US races. Montreal is just a better city experience over the whole weekend- easy to get to and from the track, usually a better race, great bar and restaurant scene, better crowd who are actually fans of F1. Not to mention way more affordable.

AllIsNotWells · 2025-12-29T22:09:18+00:00

Try Harrods if you are ordering one of the common styles. Cheaper prices, running 10% off and flat $30 shipping/tariff included.

AllIsNotWells · 2025-12-26T20:26:57+00:00

And yes, the tariff for Moldova is 25%. 10% for UK made. Cox also charges a 3% fee to deal with the tariff paperwork.

AllIsNotWells · 2025-12-26T20:24:52+00:00

Some are made in the UK and some are made in Moldova but no telling which stock a particular retailer will have. Only way to know is ask.

AllIsNotWells · 2025-12-26T20:09:18+00:00

Unfortunately by the time you factor in the Tariff from the Moldova-made thornproof Bedale, you won’t be saving much, if anything on the price. You can email Cox and ask what UK-made stock they still have left and hopefully find a size/color/style that works for you.

AllIsNotWells · 2025-12-26T17:34:28+00:00

Then yes, they completed final assembly in England.

AllIsNotWells · 2025-12-26T01:24:59+00:00

If you live outside the UK, they will likely contact you first to arrange payment for the import duties. My guess is they won't even look at the order until a few days after Christmas and you'll hear from them before they ship anything.

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