Review: Sailor Slop Breeches
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Flying Canoe Traders
www.flyingcanoetraders.com/
Never before have I tried a piece of pirate clothing that seemed more “ready for duty” than the pirate slops from Flying Canoe Traders. It’s easy to imagine these heavyweight canvas breeches serving aboard a sailing vessel hundreds of years ago, and they could surely perform just as admirably today. A row of seven metal buttons adorn the crotch, while a piece of cord in the back can be used to fine-tune the size – just like the old days. The extra wide legs will allow plenty of summertime ventilation while maintaining that swabbylike appearance that only a good pair of slops can provide.
Straight from the box these slops seem durable and ready for action – the only thing they lack is a good bit of scruff to give them that “broken in” feel. I’m looking forward to remedying this come summer, when they’re sure to be worn aplenty!
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I’m quite familiar with the Jas Townsend slops, which I also like very much. In a nutshell:
Flying Canoe:
- VERY durable construction, but rather stiff
- functional pockets
- period appropriate fly
- rustic looking buttonsJas Townsend
- Well made, but not as durable as flying canoe
- lighter weight canvas or linen flows better than flying canoe
- modern pewter buttons are rather boring and I think look a little cheesy
- Drop front fly is a little later period than GAoP
- Better selection of lengths for those that prefer longer slops
- No pocketsAll things considered, I’m a big fan of the Jas Townsend linen slops at full, unhemmed length. I replace the buttons with better ones, and have grown accustomed to no pockets (that’s what belt pouches are for.) While the drop front fly is not quite period, I like it – especially in the port-a-john as it’s rather convenient.
Have you tried or compared this article of clothing with similar products from either Bradley, Company of the Fox or Jas Townsend and Son? I am interested in this type of garment but have not been able to decide who makes the most accurate/comfortable of the group. Thank you in advance for your time and response.
Al