Long Sleeve Western Shirts

[Rancher Ed]

Does anyone know of a good place to get them where they are not too expensive and more importantly, fit well? Many of the shirts I can find are either too baggy, or the sleeves are too short, or both. Many people I have talked to also have this problem, even though we are all different sizes.

I am 6'1", weigh 160 pounds, and have a 31" waist. Most mediums tend to fit well at the shoulders, be a little baggy at the waist, and the sleeves are about 2" too short. If I go up to a large the sleeves come down enough but the shoulders are a little big and it is really baggy below my arms. I have been dealling with the too short sleeve on mediums but would really like to find something that fits better.

I am hoping some of you guys had the same problem and found a good place to get shirts.

Ed

 

[bullbreaker]

IMHO western shirts are like quality western hats you almost have to try them on,or know which brand fits you.With that said TSC on occasion will get a run of decent ones at fair prices.
My favorite western shirts are "Roughstocks" by panhandle slim.Roughstocks you have to purchase from western wear stores.
Wrangler and Schmidt also make decent ones IMHO.
A western wear store on net with good prices IMHO is Fort Western.com.They also have great prices on quality saddles but remember those have to be fit for a horse,mule etc. You just don't buy any saddle and put it on a horse,also rider needs to know their measurements.Bowhunting is another perfect example of gettin fit for rite gear.

Boone

 

[aczlan]

Does anyone know of a good place to get them where they are not too expensive and more importantly, fit well? Many of the shirts I can find are either too baggy, or the sleeves are too short, or both. Many people I have talked to also have this problem, even though we are all different sizes.

I have a similar problem, but I need XXL Tall shirts, XXLs are too short (both in the sleeve and torso).
Try: Google Answers: Find shirts that fit a long and skinny young man (details!)
Sounds like this person has the same issue as you.

Aaron Z

 

[bullbreaker]

Just went through my closet here's other good brands IMHO :
ELY CATTLEMEN :thumbsup:
CUMBERLAND OUTFITTERS(from TENN) :thumbsup:
ROPER :thumbsup:
RESISTOL RODEO GEAR :thumbsup:
CANYON GUIDE OUTFITTERS :thumbsup:

Boone

 

[RobertN]

Sheplers.com

Or, Handleys. Best place ever. But, Folsom Calif is a long ways from you

 

[bullbreaker]

I heard it recently from a friend who runs the "PRCA" circuit they have some new western shirts out nowadays that are resistant to lipstick on the collar ! :laughing:

Boone

 

[Ggrower]

I have been very happy with Cavenders. Larry Mahan brand all cotton. Good sale prices.

Larry Mahan Mens L/S Western Snap Shirt LM1110211 | Cavender's Boot City

 

[bigtiller]

Does anyone know of a good place to get them where they are not too expensive and more importantly, fit well? Many of the shirts I can find are either too baggy, or the sleeves are too short, or both. Many people I have talked to also have this problem, even though we are all different sizes.

I am 6'1", weigh 160 pounds, and have a 31" waist. Most mediums tend to fit well at the shoulders, be a little baggy at the waist, and the sleeves are about 2" too short. If I go up to a large the sleeves come down enough but the shoulders are a little big and it is really baggy below my arms. I have been dealling with the too short sleeve on mediums but would really like to find something that fits better.

I am hoping some of you guys had the same problem and found a good place to get shirts.

Ed

I used to have that problem but my wife or sister would taylor them for me. They did a darn fine job at it too. But when I got to be about 40 they no-longer had to do that for me. Some how the chest, belly and but came to be about the same size.

 

[LBrown59]

I heard it recently from a friend who runs the "PRCA" circuit they have some new western shirts out nowadays that are resistant to lipstick on the collar ! :laughing:

Boone

A wife is a good resistant to lipstick on the collar !

 

[bullbreaker]

A wife is a good resistant to lipstick on the collar !

:laughing:
In more ways than one gotta agree with you LB !
I have one ,just passing on info on new western shirts from what my buddy told me.

Boone

 

[two_bit_score]

I have been very happy with Cavenders. Larry Mahan brand all cotton. Good sale prices.

Larry Mahan Mens L/S Western Snap Shirt LM1110211 | Cavender's Boot City

Cavenders private label brand of dress shirts are a good deal.

Baskins and Cavenders also both sell Wrangler shirts in neck and sleeve lengths which is a better way to buy in my opinion than small - medium -large - xl or xxl sizing.

 

[lockhaven]

I have a question and it is just a question not wanting to offend anyone.
When it is 90+ degrees why do the bull riders still travel about wearing long sleeved shirts? I see them in the walmart when they are in town. I just want to know and am not making any kind of judgement.

 

[Inspector507]

Try Rod's Western Plalace

 

[bullbreaker]

I have a question and it is just a question not wanting to offend anyone.
When it is 90+ degrees why do the bull riders still travel about wearing long sleeved shirts? I see them in the walmart when they are in town. I just want to know and am not making any kind of judgement.

With all due respect in part you've partially answered your own question:Unless they are or have made it "big"($),they travel with fellow bullriders and usually "light"(cost efficiant) in the wardrobe department espeicially with todays fuel prices.Therefore since they are on the road "they" tend to wear,bring etc their best shirts.Whether they are competeting or escorting a buckle bunny that evening and in the morning back on the road(unless event is 2/3 days) and of course on Sundays whenever possible "cowboy church".
Some folks work 8hrs a day,others prefer to hang on for 8 seconds.

Boone

 

[Learning to Farm]

Ed, Big Tiller hit the nail on the head so to say. Buy shirts that fit you in your largest measurement in the color/price you like. Most young guys have problems with shoulders or arm length. Most older guys have the belly is bigger than the shoulders. Then spend the $5-$15 to have a tailor fit them to you, depending on the part of the country your in and how and where they have to take it in. If you get a few of the same at the same time it may be cheaper, the tailor use one as a template for the others. You will look better if your shirts fit you, not you trying to fit your shirts.

 

[Rancher Ed]

Thanks for all the idea, I will look at the brands you guys mentioned. A question for those of you suggesting taking shirts to a tailor. Can they do anything about the sleeves being too short?? Any shirt I have found so far that the sleeves come down far enough it is because the shoulders are an inch or two down my arm so I am guessing that wouldn't work. It sounds like you are saying find a shirt that fits in the shoulders and has sleeves that fit and a tailor can fix the body pretty easily??

It would be easier if we were in the midwest where all the western stores are so I could try on lots of different shirts. Do you guys have any tips for how to pick the right size without being able to try them on?

Also, I have seen a few shirts where the size was two numbers. What are the numbers and is it something you can measure so I would know what size to get?

Ed

 

[Bartcephus]

Lockhaven,

A tradition from square dancing is to wear long sleeved shirts so the gentler *** does not have to touch your skin while dancing. Some of them also carry on the tradition of the older cowboys and used long sleves and cowboy hats to sheild them from sunburn as well as the bandana around their neck. The rednecks really came about from the oil rig workers where all that "extra" clothing could/would get caught in equipment and possed a safety risk. Long sleeved shirts also helped prevent scratches from riding through the brush or falling into the dirt.

Ever watch those old western movies... must have never got above 70 degrees back then. You can always roll up your sleeves....

Regards,

 

[johnrex62]

Ever watch those old western movies... must have never got above 70 degrees back then. You can always roll up your sleeves....

Regards,

It all depends on what you are used to. In my younger days I had to wear suits to work and did not notice the temps even when over 85. I noticed over 95 regardless of how little I could wear.

I had some great-uncles that worked outside on the farm until they died in their 80's-90's. They always wore navy blue, long sleeve Dickie workshirts with all the buttons fastened all the way to their necks, straw or felt hats (straw in summer, felt in winter), navy blue Dickie work pants and work boots.

I never saw them unbutton a collar button or roll up a sleeve my entire life. I have found that the long sleeve shirt helps a lot in full sun and keeps you cooler than a short sleeve shirt does. If you can lounge in the shade, then the short sleeve is better but I was never allowed to lounge. :laughing:

 

[schmism]

I really like the clothes from Duluth. there shirts fit me much better than normal stuff i get at the store.

Men’s Workwear, Women’s Work Wear, Work Clothing - Duluth Trading Company

 

[Learning to Farm]

Ed,

Here are your answers:

A question for those of you suggesting taking shirts to a tailor. Can they do anything about the sleeves being too short??

Sorry, they can't make the sleeves long (they don't add fabric when they talior they take it away, more on that later). It seems to be that your lean and tall. Some might call you "Slim", try to look for long or tall when looking for shirts.

Any shirt I have found so far that the sleeves come down far enough it is because the shoulders are an inch or two down my arm so I am guessing that wouldn't work. It sounds like you are saying find a shirt that fits in the shoulders and has sleeves that fit and a tailor can fix the body pretty easily????

Ok, so a question for you. When you say the sleeves fit if the shoulder seam comes a few inches down your arm, are you saying your cuff is at your wrist? If so, then your sleeves are still not long enough. You need the seem to be at your joint (when you bend your elbow and flap your arm {like a chicken}, feel the joint) for the sleeve to be long enough. The tailor can take in the part from your neck to your shoulder if that is to long. They can take in the body really easy and they can make the sleeves narrower (unless you have guns, haha).

Also, I have seen a few shirts where the size was two numbers. What are the numbers and is it something you can measure so I would know what size to get?

Two numbers, the first is your neck size. The second is the center of your back to shoulder and down your arm to a bent elbow ending at your wrist bone.

Here is a link with a picture of the sleeve length: L.L.Bean Size Chart

If you have more questions, please let me know. I am glad that a man is interested in fitting his clothing well.