Honestly I think a lot comes down to understanding materials and some logic.

Natural materials tend to be desirable and can be combined and even bolstered with synthetics to make a nice blend. 98% cotton with 2% spandex for women's denim that has to stretch more? That's reasonable. But 12%? Adding in some random 15% polyester? That sounds like a combo that is trying to save money by cutting down on higher cost materials... Already a red flag.

As for logic, I have to ask myself, is the product I am holding trying to take advantage of a trend by "duping" an existing product? Like a thick fuzzy sock that gives the impression of a thick merino wool sock but is actually pure synthetics? I'm not trying to get down on synthetics here, they have their place, but it helps to ask-- what are they trying to lure me in with?

I know there is a lot we don't know... One company's bottom of the barrel cotton against beautiful long staple cotton are both still just going to be "100% cotton" on a label, but taking the time to look at a product in detail can help a lot.

I’m fairly certain you’re referring to Duluth Trading. Duluth Pack hasn’t compromised on quality and her been USA made and still is for almost 150 years

That is Duluth Pack not Duluth Trading- 2 entirely different companies

Interesting. I've been pretty disappointed in the material quality of Duluth, and I absolutely love my filson laptop bag that's been thrown in and out of a work truck and brought into job sites for 4yrs or so. Looks brand new if you dust it off. Only had clothing from Duluth, is their bag quality significantly higher than clothing?

Good people are always helping out others!

Probably has been in some parades at some point.

It’s kind of funny because my family likes to collect Chevrolets, but the beater is a ford. 😂

Lol my grandpa was mayor for a stint, as well as fire chief and a business/real estate owner. It is mainly used for plowing out properties now.

That's impressive. Plowing is pretty hard on vehicles.

What a year!

i have a Kirby Sentria 2 since 2006, it sucks so freaking well, pulls the dirt out from underneath the baseboards thanks to hard floor attachment design

Kiss my asphalt

mine's wires bent up pretty badly the first and only time i try slicing a strawberry. straightened them out, eggs only now.

It's not a problem. I hope you find what you are looking for.

I’m liking their stuff but it may be a bit too rugged for my work environment. I’ll poke around and see what is out there! I appreciate the input

Wow that’s disappointing but good to know, thank you!

Yeah my Filson bag failed after 4 years

Or a laser welder. Almost any jeweler will have one.

Yeah, an old HiBoy will do that. One of our farm trucks is a '78 that just keeps going.

...that name again is Mr. Plow!

Look into Frost River. American made and great quality.

https://www.duluthpack.com/shop?Search=Briefcase

Maybe Duluth Pack? Much higher quality than Filson. Filson has went so downhill I wouldn’t recommend them for anything.

Should get featured in the town parade in recognition for all the hardwork Grandpa has done.

I have used an egg slicer for mushrooms and strawberries. Nothing firmer worked. The joy of housemates.

Swiftwick is where it's at. I've yet to see signs of wear on any pair after like 5 years. Better than Feetures for durability, in my experience.