Tailors trimmings in London?

[couch]

Gentlemen:

Can anyone recommend a source in London for trimmings--I'm thinking particularly of the the sort of gunmetal-colored hook sets used on SR for closing extenson tabs on trouser waistbands? The U.S. trousermakers I've used--and like in most respects--seem only to have smaller, less substantial, bright-metal ones. I'll be in London in June, and I thought I'd pick up a couple of dozen to supply with cloth to the domestic makers. One additional point--do the SR versions require a different tool to close than the smaller ones?

As always, thanks in advance. My debts to the Lounge increase daily.

Randall

[smoothjazzone]

Randall -- just ask Poole when you are next there -- for a good customer I am sure they will spare some

[tteplitzmd]

Although they are known mostly for their linings, Bernstein & Banleys will have what you want. The problem will be, as usual, "to the trade" only unless you can ingratiate yourself sufficiently. Being a sincere hobbyist, may work.

[Despos]

The hooks can be purchased in the US through Isles Textiles or Cobern Textiles. Both in the NY area. Both companies source them in London. I do not recall which trimmings house they use.

No tools are required to set these hooks. It is all done by hand.

[tteplitzmd]

Cobern gets them from Bernstein.

[couch]

Thanks to all for comprehensive information, as usual. Mr. Camhi at Cobern was quite understanding and is now ordering a lifetime supply of hook sets on my behalf. I think this course will preserve a better diplomatic position for me vis-a-vis Poole.