Good, Better, Best Henley Shirts

Henley shirts are a staple of my wardrobe, and they have quite a history! Join me to see how the henley came to be, and how you can rock one in style.

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Timestamps:
0:00 Henley shirts
0:23 History
2:51 Good Henleys
4:09 Better Henleys
5:22 Best Henleys

Reviews of clothing, boots, and accessories for men, along with style advice and life philosophy. I've been working with my hands for my entire life as a mechanic, tow truck driver, and eventually a licensed electrician. Being a blue collar guy, I look for certain elements in a product: is it durable? Is it high-quality? Will it perform well over its service life? Whether boots, pants, jackets, or tools I believe it's best to buy once and cry once by getting the best you can afford. With so many options these days, choosing the best product can become a difficult decision, but that's where I come in. Helping you stay stylish, rugged, and handsome.
I don't care where it's made as long as it's made well and allows you to own less and own better.

[Ferrarif]

My wallet literally broke out in a cold sweat as soon as I clicked on this video. Last time I got me a Dehen sweater 😅

[leosigman]

Outstanding series! I grew up with Sears, Roebuck catalogs explaining “Good, Better, Best” for lots of their products. I think it made me a better consumer, and I’m sure your series is doing the same for your viewers. Not just for the products you review, but for everything we buy.

[flfbsphatboyblue]

I have a Henley I bought 40 years ago at Eddie Bauer when most of their line was made in the US. It’s a little ratty around the cuffs and neck but it’s still going strong!

[colemancalgary]

Stanfield are the best wool henleys made in Canada and have been around since the Klondike gold rush.

[dreadgf]

Pistol Lake has good henleys. Not sure if they're still made in the US though. They're slim fit. They make them in 2 different fabrics and have short and long sleeves available.

[kevinorr]

Henley are the best casual shirt. I am glad that I found this video as I was here searching for a good Henley pattern to sew my own. There are so many crap henleys in the world.

[xsouldriverx]

Props to LL bean, the Raglan Sleeve style is my favorite. I am surprised others did not try this.

[bigbadbith]

Hi - Henley On Thames is pronounced Henley on “Temms” - and that makes no sense to me either, and I’m a Brit!
And your piece was excellent, as usual 🤩

[xsouldriverx]

Great timing. I loved Eddie Bauer henley shirts but they change the fit and style every year and i am now at the point of no longer considering them. They used to be great for my barrel chested shape. Ill check these out once the EBs wear out.

[davey]

Stevenson looks excellent……the button holing and mother of pearl buttons are sublime. And yes, that matters!

[aaronlouviere]

Great video, and yes I think American Giant is the best one overall for me. I want to try the Patagonia one.
Now hear me out. If you are actually going to be working in these, I'm talking roofing, yard work, cutting down trees, etc. Hanes Beefy-T Henley and Dickies Henley's have performed excellently. Fit and finish can be iffy but I've worn mine once a week for 7ish years and am just now having to replace a couple them. Crazy I know lol.

[TsavoTouring]

9:43 the story of the toquilla (wifey known as the Panama Hat) is pretty interesting. It’s actually from Ecuador… and is only called a Panama hat because laborers wore them while building the canal.

[Hotspur]

I have a henley from Merz B. Schwannan and it's definitely worth the money; my only criticism is the slightly scoop neck which I'm not crazy about. My favorite is from Pherrow's. While the buttons are not mother of pearl, it is made of heavy gauge loop wheel cotton and most importantly crew neck.

[MOFsquadron]

I bought one $30ish Henley from Bronson, and I loved it so much I've bought several more. I love the way they fit, and they're right there in that middle category you mentioned. I have their regular, and ribbed Henley's, and one of the "vintage" inspired ones, all great.

[williamlucas]

We wore cotton broad cloth Henleys in the 1960s during the beach boys baggy bathing suit a.k.a. jams popularity. They were a popular top to wear with the jams.

[ronbarry]

Been waiting for a Henley video, thanks Carl!

[daltonbrennan]

For those of you wanting a henley to work in, I highly suggest redhead henleys. Theyre like $15, and fit my slim frame very well. Have had a couple for 3ish years and they are holding up quite well

[nrttra]

Hey Carl. Check out the LL Bean river driver Henley. Wool on the outside, cotton on the inside. Only 69 bucks. Been wearing them for years. I have like 5

[anonlinebadger]

I don't know much about shirts, but I have what I think is a Henley shirt that my dad used to own.
Its 100% cotton from St John's Bay, but after wearing it for seven years I've really worn it out. 😅
Been looking for something to replace it, but at this point I'm wondering whether I should try and
find someone to "repair" it.
I hadn't seen anything like it on their site in terms of look, and while I find it hard to discern texture
from their pictures, it doesn't look like any of their featured henleys match it.

[theunityofknowledge]

You should check out "Reigning Champ." Seems to be a Canadian competitor to American Giant. More athletic wear focused but seems to be going for that premium quality.