#China qc

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[swiftiephobe]

i'm sooo stressed out rn

[gis-inspection]

We're proud to have showcased our comprehensive quality inspection and factory audit services at the China Import and Export Fair!

It was an incredible opportunity to connect with quality control leaders and share how GIS is helping brands to manage the quality of their supply chains across many industries.

The phase 1 has ended, we are so excited to meet old customers who has cooperated for years and thank you to everyone who visited our booth – we look forward to continuing our partnerships and contributing to the industry’s growth.

Location: Guangdong Pazhou Complex

Time Schedule:

Phase 1 (Electronics, Lighting): October 15th to 19th

Phase 2 (Consumer goods, Ceramics): October 23rd to 27th

Phase 3 (Textiles): October 31st to November 4th

Booth Number:

T30 on Center Overpass

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[the-bjd-community-confess]

Hello, Anon, this is your Oldie Chinese Diaspora Anon™️. I am sorry to keep you waiting. As you’ve probably noticed, vinyl and non-resin dolls are usually not my forte. It took a while to dig up some information for you, but I hope to be able to answer your questions.

The advent of “Cheaper, affordable MJDs” didn’t come from the desire to make BJDs affordable. In fact, the technology that really elevated the production of this kind of MJDs started from what we understand as vinyl collectibles. These small figurines are made from a combination of PVC powders as well as a series of other emulsifiers, lubricators and activators (From the factory that produces them, here: http://www.dgzhonglinhb.com/news_content-859681.html ) Different companies have slightly different recipes, which would explain the different pliability of their final products. The technology was first created as a way to create memorabilia that are of limited edition and they were first considered as collectibles. They’re known internally as “Urbanvinyls” and include signed trinkets that can go for hundreds, if not thousands of dollars. Some examples would be KAWS, Kidrobot, Tokidoki, Bearbrick etc.

With the rise of “Made in China” soft power, the internally patriotic sentiment had fostered local artist-designed vinyl collectibles, which had eventually ballooned into the blind box craze that we see in the last 4-5 years. It also opened a door for vinyl/PVC based MJDs. I do not think they were specifically made to usurp the DD/SmD market, but since “moe sells”, a lot of the new doll companies go with the cute, anime-inspired aesthetic while the blind boxes cater to more design elements. These newly designed MJDs tend to be small, usually 1/12 and 1/6; larger ones exist, but they are rare. In all, they are created to be much more like their direct inspiration, the “blind box collectibles” than what we would usually consider to be articulated dolls. It also meant their target demographic is very different as well. The lower price point allows more people to impulse buy out of FOMO; these are things you buy on a whim instead of saving up to buy.

In this arena, Imómó is not alone in terms of aesthetic, pricing or packaging. Other companies in this group include Hüa Jüan, Tïny Fóx, UFdóll, CNDóll, Kimdóll, Pópmilk, Mónst and the upcoming YünLai/LückyDoll, etc (but not YMY – who has lost a battle with Piccodo for copying their body design recently). These dolls are created with a higher number in circulation in mind – but still limited enough to stimulate the FOMO behaviour – with shared features (sharing bodies, design elements, etc). To keep the production cost down, these dolls would be considered rather threadbare compared to BJDs. I have seen box opening videos where the floating “blind box” heads were packaged in a brown shipping box and wrapped around in clear plastic bags with no other packaging material. The “accessories” for these dolls are usually close to none as well – no or very simple COAs, basic box, air-filled tubes instead of fabric cushions, etc.A snapshot in time in online stores shows that Imómó is definitely not an outlier in the new era of MJDs: https://weibo.com/1448114577/Nj9fqfog3

https://www.dollyteria.com/product-list/58?page=1

If there’s something that really made Imómó stand out, it was the rumours that spread within Chinese doll collectors earlier in the summer of 2023 about the company not issuing legitimate receipts (usually with the intention to cook their books to pay less in taxes). They accuse Imómó of being a “Three Nothings” company (no date of manufacture, no QC and no source factory) with really awful customer service. They had registered the company as an “overseas-based” one so they would be in a different tax bracket. Some collectors also accuse the owner and their family members infiltrating doll collector groups to hype up their own products and downplay the complaints. A popular agent, SWDólls, were also implicated in helping them to not issue traceable receipts. (Details and screen grabs can be found here: https://weibo.com/7303299294/N8lHE6wGE?type=repost ) I have also heard of owners who complain about the parts not fitting well, the seamlines were wide and uneven as well as other imperfections that should’ve never passed QC, if there was a QC.

I understand that most of us, who are looking in from the outside, would wholly welcome a new era of articulated dolls that are affordable. They are a great entry point for people who want to get into BJDs or just want to collect these dolls on their own. I personally think they are great the way they are, because they are starting to populate a brand-new market for people who like dolls in general. However, the first company that most folks encounter in this group was probably Imómó. I cannot comment on the accusations made by the Chinese collectors; all I can say is, I am hoping that the other named companies start to make headway into the overseas market. We’d been waiting.

Note: The write up here didn’t include previously existing vinyl dolls such as Azóne and Obitsü or the vinyl versions of resin dolls such as Kinókó Jüice and Püyüdolls. This write-up only includes MiC, PVC-based, original, MJDs. My understanding is that they are not on par with the company in question in terms of price range, target market and country of origin. I didn’t think they’d make for a fair comparison, but your mileage may vary.

~Anonymous

[20th-century-railroading]

Red MLW's at Black Lake

I'm standing on the Quebec Central Vallie main at Black Lake, Quebec looking down at one of the many asbestos mines in the area. The QC local from Sherbrooke snakes out across RT112, (which I don't even think exist in this location anymore), pulling some loads for over seas shipments to China. April 1986

[chinanumberonesourcing]

Guide for Importers on Manufacturing Control

Efficient Manufacturing Control in China

1. Understand the Chinese Manufacturing Environment:

Diverse Ecosystem: China offers a vast range of manufacturers, from small workshops to large factories. This variety is beneficial but also poses challenges in ensuring consistent quality.

IP Concerns: Despite improvements, IP protection in China can be inconsistent, requiring robust measures to safeguard your innovations.

Regulatory Landscape: China’s complex and changing regulations make compliance crucial to avoid fines and reputational damage.

Quality Control: While quality has improved, some sectors still prioritize quantity over quality. Rigorous quality protocols are essential.

Labor & Costs: Labor costs are rising, pushing manufacturers toward automation. Infrastructure is robust, but supply chains can be disrupted by natural disasters or policy changes.

Government Policies: China’s government heavily influences manufacturing through policies and incentives, which can affect costs and market access.

2. Build a Strong Foundation:

Supplier Selection: Choose reliable suppliers through thorough due diligence, including factory visits and financial checks.

Clear Communication: Provide detailed specifications and maintain open communication to avoid misunderstandings.

Quality Management: Implement a Quality Management System (QMS) and conduct regular audits to ensure consistent product quality.

Strong Relationships: Develop long-term partnerships with suppliers to build trust and collaboration.

3. Implement Effective Control Strategies:

QA & QC: Establish a robust QA/QC framework to ensure consistent product quality.

Supplier Development: Invest in your suppliers’ capabilities to improve quality and efficiency.

Risk Management: Prepare for disruptions with backup plans and diversified suppliers.

Contractual Coverage: Clearly define product specifications and include IP protections in contracts.

Third-Party Verification: Use third-party inspections to ensure compliance and quality.

4. Manage Logistics & Supply Chain:

Transportation: Choose the best transport mode and routes to minimize costs and delays.

Warehousing & Inventory: Optimize warehouse locations and use management systems to track inventory.

Customs & Documentation: Ensure compliance with customs regulations and prepare accurate documentation.

Supply Chain Visibility: Use technology to monitor shipments and collaborate with suppliers.

Risk Assessment: Develop contingency plans for disruptions like natural disasters or strikes.

5. Overcome Common Challenges:

Language & Cultural Barriers: Hire experts to bridge gaps in communication and cultural understanding.

IP Protection: Secure your IP with patents, trademarks, and NDAs; monitor for infringements.

Regulatory Compliance: Stay updated on regulations and partner with local experts for compliance.

Supply Chain Disruptions: Diversify suppliers, maintain sufficient inventory, and use smart tools for monitoring.

6. Continuous Improvement:

Use data analytics to track trends and improve processes.

Regularly evaluate supplier performance and invest in employee training.

Embrace technology to enhance communication and efficiency.

7. Build a Culture of Quality:

Encourage employees to propose improvements.

Reward contributions to quality enhancement.

Focus on exceeding customer expectations.

Conclusion: Effective manufacturing control in China requires ongoing effort, attention, and adaptation. Invest in strong practices to improve product quality, reduce costs, protect your brand, and optimize your supply chain.

[lirarubins]

Just How Carries Out A PCB Assembly Procedure Job?

The PCB assembly process begins with PCB fabrication, adhered to by part purchase. Parts are then put on the board utilizing automated pick-and-place devices. Solder insert is applied to connection parts during the course of reflow soldering. Inspection methods like AOI as well as practical testing ensure quality. Finally, panels are packaged for delivery after passing QC checks.

[oww666]

Qatar getting rich from gas sales cause fjb blew up the nordstream just remember that Qatar is financing a bunch of UNI's here in the US where those terrorists are holding the uni's hostage

[audio-luddite]

Needs vs Wants and reality.

I have said more than a few times that there is an issue with vacuum tube electronics. That is the tubes are inconsistent and have significant variance in how they sound. One tribal segment thinks this is a feature and play at the "tube rolling" game. Vendors take advantage as it sells more product. People who just want to keep a good thing going are at the mercy of the situation.

A secondary concern is Audio is competing with Musicians for the limited supply of certain glass.

My New/Old tube amp takes a full dozen of fragile glass devices. The current set are fine with decent quality US made Philips. So I guess you could call them NOS if the late 1980s is old enough for you. As noted before in this stream of words I am checking out replacements as sometime soonish I may need to replace them.

The reality is I don't need to do anything. I have another amplifier of equal or even better quality sitting aside ready for use. If a tube pops I would take 10 minutes tops to be up and running again, unless it takes the house with it. Come warm weather it goes in anyway as the ARC Cl 60 is a hot mother. I may be able to go a few years without spending a penny on glass. So fingers crossed.

But..... here comes the rant.

I want to be sure I get the best tubes for the beast when I do need them. Prices are rising. I also do not want to miss any deals that may come by. One I missed on Black Friday would have saved me a couple hundred bucks. ARC used Russian tubes in the original equipment. My usual supplier has them, but there is a war in Russia. The tap may run dry and frankly I would prefer to not provide any cash to Putin and his fascist state. Logically any in stock in North America has already been paid for.

Are there alternatives? Yes if you go Chinese. I work for a Chinese company and have done business there one way or another for decades. Cheating and fraud is considered good business there, if you can get away with it. Relationships and willingness to confirm things are essential.

If you got that you can get great stuff. Apple makes much of their stuff in China. They watch them like hawks and the company is actually Taiwanese so more reliable right there. It is possible.

I have two suppliers that source from China. Both claim special relationships and pay more to the factory AND they both still check, test, verify, and QC ALL the stuff they get. They offer several choices of the types I need. Those being KT88s or 6550 power tubes.

So the fun starts.

If you search for tests, or comparisons of various brands of tube you will find them. All the ones I found were ten years old or more, when tubes cost a lot less. Current market? Nope.

Also there are two distinct constituencies for this stuff, High End Audio and Guitar amplifiers. Hey I know a couple of those other guys. A good ranking in a guitar amp is not helping me in audio. Guitar players want distortion and weirdness of particular types. I want straight simple linearity.

If you read these reviews it is genuinely disturbing how seriously a new tube of brand x has different bass, mid-range, and treble of one from brand y, or z. In a properly made tube, and in a proper circuit IT SHOULD NOT MATTER!!! I appreciate how these are small and fussy mechanical assemblies, but in the age of lasers and computer scanners it should not be so.

Add to this is no review discusses what equipment they used to evaluate unless it was one of three types of Fender guitar amp. I mean a Dynaco Mk3 is a dead simple circuit with one input and 2 output tubes. The ARC CL 60 has 4 output tubes and two input tubes per channel with regulation and fistfuls of FETS and is an order of magnitude more complex at the same power. That would have an impact for sure.

I cannot afford tube rolling. Three full sets would cost more than a good used car. Each set would take two to three hours to adjust and bias and then a week to burn in. Time and money.

There is that nagging detail that top ten lists are not very reliable in general.

It boils down to a couple scenarios. I get a set of Russian tubes in a year or two when the current ones get tired. I could risk a set of well regarded Chinese "premium" tubes if the price is right.

And this leads to my Coda of this discussion. That other amplifier is as good or better and is a full on Bi-polar transistor beast. Is that scandalous? My Franken-Amp is a modifed Dynaco Stereo 400 stripped and hot rodded. A design from the early 1970s. It has a fraction of the distortion of the ARC, and is clearer, cleaner, and more powerful by a factor of 4. Rough, transistory? No!

Better? Well yes I heard things that are now masked in the Tuber. Yes the ARC has textures to love and admire, but there is a price to pay. They are different and are like a different type of light illuminating a scene. Just a slight change in color, something is enhanced in one light and lost in another. I am enjoying those differences.

I enjoy that I can still hear the differences.

[thedenimdentist]

Xbxs Boots Factory jodhpurs: unboxing and initial impressions

Introduction to Xbxs Boots Factory

In recent history, the phrase “Made in China” isn’t typically associated with high quality products or craftsmanship. On the contrary, it more likely has triggered images of overcrowded sweat shops producing cheaply-made products in mass quantities. However, I believe the tides are beginning to shift—or at least within the boot community). Recently I’ve been noticing multiple brands and boot makers gaining recognition on social media (particularly Instagram) for producing beautiful, high quality work out of China. One such brand that has so to speak "paved the way” for China-based boot makers would be Flame Panda, who came onto the scene a few years ago and continues to produce some of the best quality boots in the world. Since then, a few more Chinese boot makers has caught my eye, enough for me to purchase boots to see if they really are as great as they appear to be on Instagram. This leads us to the brand of focus for today: Xbxs Boots Factory, which appears to be producing beautifully-patterned boots with amazingly high quality finishing, yet is still relatively unknown on a global scale.

Xbxs Boots Factory was founded in 2008, operating as a professional handmade boots factory out of Dongguan, China. Initially operating as an OEM (original equipment manufacturer) producing outsourced footwear for European and American brands, Xbxs branched off as an independent brand in 2012 to produce higher end boots of their own. Over the past ten years, the team at Xbxs has grown to a team of twenty skilled craftsmen, manufacturing footwear for mainly local China-based customers. Finally in early 2021, Xbxs created its Instagram profile (@xbxs_boots_factory), opening itself up to international orders. The man behind the Instagram is Luo Jun, who is responsible for posting product photos, responding to DM inquiries, and taking overseas orders. He primarily speaks Mandarin, but his English is actually quite proficient and is super easy to communicate with. At the time of this review, the current MTO lead time is about six weeks, though I doubt it will remain that short for long.

What Xbxs has to offer

Browsing through the Xbxs Instagram feed, it appears that a fair number of the boot models offered by Xbxs are replicas of (or are very similar to) other popular models belonging to other brands, such as Viberg and Clinch. However, while the patterns may not be the most original, Xbxs uses these designs and takes the execution and finishing to a-whole-nother level.

All the boots they produce seem to have extremely high quality clicking, stitch cleanliness, finishing, etc. Any aspect of boot production you can think of, Xbxs seems to go above and beyond the QC of the other brands on the market—including some the brands that the boots may have been modeled after.

Above is a pair of Xbxs boots belonging to Peter (@boot_gazer), which is very reminiscent of the George boots by Clinch. Based on the photos, the construction quality, pattern, last design, and clicking all appear superb. If I was told these were actual Clinch George boots, I would probably believe it. It was photos like these (and speaking to @boot_gazer and @tichoblancoshoes) on Instagram that convinced me that this relatively small, unknown brand could deliver the level of quality I’ve come to expect in my boots.

My ordering process and experience

I reached out to Xbxs via Instagram with a few questions about their offerings, sizing, leathers, and last options. Luo Jun was very quick to respond, answering all my questions (to the best of his ability, given the language barrier), and I ended up placing my order pretty soon after. I’ve provided all the details pertaining to my order below.

Order specifications:

Model: Jodhpur

Last: 008 (which is an E width)

Size: 46

Leather: TPR black horsebutt from Maryam Tannery

Upper stitching: black

Welt stitching: black

Toe construction: unstructured

Construction: 270 single row flat welt

Edge finish: black

Sole/heel: black Dr. Sole half sole and heel

Heel: Cuban

Price, wait time, and shipping:

Price: $999 shipped (via PayPal)

Quoted wait time: shipped within 5 weeks

Actual wait time: 19 days (about 2.5 weeks), shipped on the 20th day

Currier: UPS

Shipping time: 9 days (exactly 4 weeks from day of payment)

Unboxing experience

The unboxing experience created by Xbxs is definitely one of the best I’ve experienced, compared to all the other boots I’ve had delivered. They package arrived with an outer plastic wrapping, which is pretty standard.

Beneath the wrapping, I was happy to see that Xbxs double boxes their boots, as to protect the actual boot box from damage during transit. The outer box is even customized with the Xbxs logo, which is pretty neat.

The actual boot box is a textured black with white branding, and appears to be quite high quality. While it’s not the heaviest weighted material I’ve encountered, in combination with the outer box, it was sturdy enough to protect the boots during transit and can now sit pretty on a shelf in my garage.

Each boot came wrapped in plastic, which were then wrapped in individual thick black canvas drawstring boot bags. I have yet to use any of the boot bags I’ve received along with my boots, but it does show that the brand is going the extra mile when their boot bags feel high quality.

Initial thoughts

“Holy crapolli.” Those were literally the first words out of my mouth after pulling these boots out of the boot bags. I swear, the level of construction and finishing on these jodhpur boots has to be some of the best I’ve ever seen, second only to my White Klouds.

Being completely honest, I’ve wanted Clinch boots for quite a while now. However, their jodhpur boots only seem to be offered on their CN or CN-wide lasts, which are definitely too narrow for my bunion-plagued feet. Thus, when I saw that Xbxs was producing a jodhpur extremely reminiscent of the Clinch jodhpur I’ve wanted for so long but could never fit, built on what was described as an E width last, I had to pull the trigger…and they did not disappoint.

While I’m not quite sure of the material quality that went into the construction of these boots, I must admit that I honestly believe the level of finishing on these boots may even surpass that of the original jodhpurs produced by Clinch. The stitch density is quite high and uniform, and I haven’t found a single stitch out of place. I’ll let the photos speak for themselves.

One of the more obvious features of the Xbxs jodhpurs that differ from the Clinch version are the buckles. Above, you can see that Xbxs utilizes brass roller-buckles that are rounded/cylindrical in form, while the buckles used on Clinch jodhpurs are matte silver and more are slightly more flat in form. I find this difference fairly negligible, as brass still looks very nice with the black leather. Also, the Xbxs buckles are simple and clean in design, and are much better than some of the weird, lumpy buckles used by some other brands coming out of Asia.

Above are photos of Clinch jodhpurs that were listed on the Pancho and Lefty website. These are built on the CN last with matte silver buckles.

All the upper stitching is so clean and uniform.

The welt stitching is equally as perfect. The single row of stitching is quite uniform with high stitch density, and the fact that it’s been painted over black allows it to wrap subtly and cleanly around the anterior 270-degrees of the welt.

An extra detail that I noticed is that the welt stitching visible on the outsole of the boots is extremely clean as well. On most of my other boots, no matter how clean the top portion of the welt stitching may be, the stitching on the outsole always seems to be a little less uniform. Admittedly, the cleanliness of the bottom welt stitching has no effect on the construction quality of a boot, but I’m still extremely impressed by the level of stitch precision coming out of Xbxs boots factory.

So straight. So uniform. Also note how the thread is left white over the Dr. Sole half sole but is painted black along with the exposed leather between the half sole and heel. This detail (along with the five brass tacks along the edge of the midsole) create a very simple and clean sole unit that I can’t help but stare at.

In general, I prefer my shoes and boots to have 270-degree welt construction, as it allows the welt shelf around the heel to keep a more slim and sleek profile. To no surprise, Xbxs used this opportunity to create as tight of a welt shelf as possible. As you can see in the photos below, the welt shelf on this pair of jodhpurs is nearly nonexistent, pulling in so tightly that I'm surprised there was no visible damage to the black Maryam leather upper. 

Last but definitely not least, one of the most impressive features of these boots that immediately caught my eye right out of the box was the level of shine on the midsole. I mean, just look at ’em!

So. Shiny. If you look closely, you can see the reflection of my camera and flash in the heels. The midsoles feel super smooth and glossy to the touch, giving the entire boot a very premium look and feel. These are probably the closest I’ve seen to the midsole mirror shine offered by Goto-San of White Kloud. I’d say these are still obviously a bit less perfectly mirror-like, as you can still see some texture and the divisions between the individual stacked leather layers, but that is being extremely, extremely nitpicky. 

Here you can see just how perfect the mirror shine was on my White Kloud boots when they were new. 

In contrast, here again are the soles of the Clinch jodhpurs off the Pancho and Lefty website. These midsoles have a fairly even matte finish, with a bit of roughness around the edges on the outer left boot. Don’t get me wrong, the level of finishing on these Clinch jodhpurs is still extremely good–better than 99% of boots out on the market, probably. Nevertheless, I feel that the level of heel shine on these Xbxs jodhpurs is a sign of the time and attention to detail taken by Xbxs boots factory in the construction of their boots. So, while I have never owned any Clinch boots personally, I can't help but think that the build quality and craftsmanship of the boots coming out of Xbxs may very likely already be at the level of these more well-established brands they may be replicating...including Clinch. (Blasphemous?)

Leather quality and clicking

I chose to build these jodhpur boots using black horsebutt TPR from Maryam Tannery per the recommendation of Xbxs. This is a vegtan leather with an aniline finish, which is then given a final coating of TPR (or “Thermoplastic Polyurethane Resin”) before leaving the factory. This TPR finish gives the leather  a glossy, polished finish reminiscent of shell cordovan. Over time this TPR coating will break in and fade away with wear, but it does give the boot a nice pretty shine right out the box.

When it comes to leather selection, I usually take the recommendations of the boot maker into high consideration. This is because every individual boot maker has unique experiences working with leather, and has developed their own preferences as to what leathers they enjoy working. I figure that a boot maker will produce the best quality work when they are dealing with leathers and materials that they have a lot of experience and actually enjoy working with, so if I want the highest quality boot possible, it only really makes sense to pick a leather that they personally recommend.

In this case, Luo Jun says that they believe horsebutt from Maryam tannery is best for achieving beautiful smooth rolls with tight grain, and prefer adding a final TPR finish to the leather themselves before packaging them for shipment, which gives the boot that high gloss shine. While the horsebutt used on my boots was black directly from the tannery, Xbxs also enjoys building a boot with a natural horsebutt to start, then applying leather dyes to achieve the desired color before adding the final TPR finish. Whichever upper leather you may desire, just ask Luo Jun via DM what is available and what he recommends, and I have no doubt they will do an amazing job.

Sizing and fit

While discussing fit and sizing with Xbxs via Instagram DMs, I asked Luo Jun offered wider sizes for the 008 last. For those that may be unaware, I have large bunions on the lateral sides of my feet, causing most standard width boots/shoes to cause me pretty severe discomfort. Whether it be due to his own personal preference or they actually don’t allow wide sizing altogether, Luo Jun turned down my request for a wider width, saying that it would disrupt the overall balance and aesthetic of the boot. Rather, he recommended I size up from my typical size 45EE (on Benzein’s kapak last) to a size 46 on Xbxs’ 008 last. He explained that the 008 last is by nature an E width, and he believed bumping up a size in length would provide the added width required for my bunions without sacrificing the overall shape of the boot.

For reference, I’ve listed my relative sizing for other boot/shoe brands below:

Red Wing Iron Rangers: 10EE

Truman (P-79 last): 11.5EE

Onderhoud (vulture last): 45E

Benzein (kapak last): 45E

Flame Panda (206 last): 45.5 E

New Balance 990: 12.5EEEE (extra-wide)

After the initial unboxing, I admit that I thought the boots looked too long. However, after actually trying them on and walking around a bit, I believe Luo Jun was absolutely correct in his size suggestion. The width does seem to be a bit snug but not uncomfortable by any means, so I expect any extra rubbing on my bunions will probably dissipate as the boots break in. Also, despite sizing up by a full size, I don’t actually feel like the boots are too big in length. Any extra bit of length at the front of the boot provides enough vertical clearance so that my toes don't feel cramped by the lower profile of the last. Overall, I believe Xbxs nailed the fit on these jodhpurs boots, and would recommend that anyone interested in purchasing a pair but are unsure about sizing to reach out to Luo Jun and his team via Instagram for sizing advice. They seem to know what they’re doing.

Although still very new, you can already see where the rolls are going to form. The grain is incredibly tight on all areas of the boot. I’ve always been envious of all those Clinch boots with incredibly tight grain and buttery rolls, so I’m looking forward to hopefully developing some buttery boot rolls of my own.

Styling these jodhpur boots

There are jodhpur boots, and then there are Clinch jodhpur boots. In general, jodhpur boots are a bit polarizing. They are often on the more sleek side, worn by more “modern menswear” enthusiasts under some slim-fit ripped jeans or suit pants. These Xbxs/Clinch-style jodhpurs are slightly different, as they sorta toe the line between rugged and formal, while not quite falling into either category. The more robust leather, welt stitching, and Cuban heel make these a bit more rugged than dress shoes and more dressy jodhpurs, while their slim last and silhouette make them a bit more sleek and streamline than your average “rugged workwear” boots. 

It’s for this exact reason that I really wanted a pair of Clinch jodhpurs, and ultimately picked up this pair from Xbxs. I believe they fit my current overall style and aesthetic perfectly. While I do enjoy the well-made, rugged aspect of amekaji workwear where faded denim and beaten up boots are king, I’m not particularly drawn to the whole lumberjack, double ultra heavy denim look. At the same time, I don’t see myself as one of those “modern menswear” guys either, wearing slim fit trousers, constantly worrying about keeping all my clothes/shoes looking brand new, and brushing and polishing my shoes after every wear. That leaves me floating somewhere in between rugged and refined...exactly where I think these Xbxs jodhpurs fall as well. In my opinion, these Xbxs jodhpurs are super versatile. They can be integrated into both rugged and refined outfits, and anywhere in between. 

Take this fit for example. Here, I’ve paired these jodhpurs with some straight cut denim with a 10″ leg opening. While the overall fit has more of an amekaji workwear vibe, the slimmer silhouette of the jodhpurs provide a refreshing bit of contrast against the wider pant legs, which is makes the overall outfit more interesting to look at than if I had just worn some chunky old work boots. This is actually how Minoru (the man behind Clinch) styles his jodhpur boots, and I’m here for it. 

At a glance, the laceless front facing of these jodhpurs could easily be mistaken for a black pair of engineer boots (such as my black horsebutt Role Club engineers). However, the neck of these jodhpurs are significantly slimmer than the shaft of my engineers, which breaks up the wide chunky bottom fit.

Can we take a second to appreciate that heel shine…

…and the never ending buttery rolls covering the entirety of these boots??! I seriously can’t stop staring at them.

In comparison, here are the jodhpur boots utilized in an outfit with a more tailored, sophisticated vibe. The minimal, laceless front facing of the jodhpur is very clean, and its slimmer neck/shaft fits seamlessly beneath the slimmer leg opening of these pleated wool trousers, much like any other dress boot would. For reference, these Informale easy trousers have a leg opening of about 8″, though they give off the illusion of being much slimmer due to the pressed crease down the front of the leg.

I may have cuffed my trousers a little too high in these photos, but you get the idea. I do admit, all the rolls in the vamp do create a ceiling in how much these jodhpur boots can be dressed up. However, I personally really like how they look paired with both relaxed and tailored outfits, and I fully intend to wear these boots in all sorts of social settings.

Final thoughts

If you’re unable to tell already, I am pretty stoked with these jodhpur boots from Xbxs Boots Factory. I realize that without having had the time to really wear the boots and break them in, my insight on how the boot fits and ages is very shortsighted. However, based on my initial visual inspection, the hand feel, and the couple times I tried-on and styled them, I have very high hopes for these boots. The stitch density and cleanliness are extremely uniform and cleanly executed, and the clicking (ohhhh the clicking) is definitely definitely definitely up there with some of the best in the industry. There’s not much else for me to say, as the photos speak for themselves.

I should probably try to include some cons or negative aspects I’ve encountered regarding these boots or the ordering process, but honestly none come to mind. The price (though costly, still about half the cost of a Clinch jodhpur), production time (4 weeks from payment to delivery), and quality are all extremely difficult to beat.

Well, I guess there is one thing...one pretty significant thing: how much weight do you place on originality and intellectual property? While the pattern and execution of these Xbxs jodhpur boots may be top-notch, there is no getting around the fact that they are extremely reminiscent of the jodhpur boots offered by Clinch, possibly to the point where they could even be considered knock-offs. (If an imitation is at the same level of quality, or maybe even better than the original, can it still be considered a “knock-off”?) Is it ethically wrong to support a brand that may be impinging on the creative intellectual property of another brand? For me personally, this is a very cloudy and difficult question to answer. Would I have liked to own an actual pair of jodhpur boots from Clinch? Yes. But there is no way my wide, bunion-stricken feet would ever fit into either of the Clinch lasts (CN-S or CN-wide). So does that exclude me from ever owning a pair of Clinch jodhpurs, or anything that even resembles it? Or if another brand (such as Xbxs) offers a similarly designed boot that will actually fit my foot, am I allowed to purchase and wear them under the assumption that the original version was not an option? I honestly don’t know if there is a correct answer...so I choose not to think about it and simply take these Xbxs jodhpurs for what they are: a beautifully designed boot made with some of the highest quality construction and materials in the market today.

To clarify, I am by no means pigeonholing Xbxs as merely a carbon-copying, replica-producing boot assembly line with zero creative intellect of their own. If you scroll through their Instagram feed, you can see that they do offer multiple other boot and shoe models that (as far as I know) are unique to the Xbxs brand. (Some of which I think are really nice, and have actually considered purchasing as well.) It just so happens that in addition to these original boot models, they also offer extremely high-end replica boots designed after patterns already made popular by other brands. Is it Xbxs’ fault that their high-end replica models have caught the eye of casual boot enthusiasts and brought Xbxs Boots Factory into the spotlight on a global scale? Not at all. However, one must now wonder what that implies for Xbxs as a brand, if their most popular models are merely replicas and not their original designs. Moving forward, I think Xbxs should focus on improving their brand-exclusive boot patterns, with the goal of creating a collection of beautiful, well-designed signature Xbxs boot models that they could become known for. That would really put them on the map. It would establish Xbxs Boots Factory as a brand able to stand alone on their own intellectual property and products, rather than riding the coat tails of already beloved and established boot patterns from other companies. If they manage to do that, it would definitely solidify them as a force to be reckoned with in the casual boot community on a global scale, placing them in the company of other top tier boot makers like Flame Panda, Role Club, Kreosote, and...Clinch.

(All that being said, I still love these replica jodhpur boots, and am quite thankful that they make this Clinch-esque pattern accessible to wide-footed customers like myself who would otherwise never be able to wear such a beautifully designed boot. lol)

Anyway, enough philosophical boot rambling for the day. But let me know your thoughts! Whether it be about these boots, or the violation of creative intellectual property and ethics of it all, I’m curious as to what you all think. Regardless, I’m quite happy with these jodhpurs from Xbxs and will likely purchase more boots from them in the future. I do plan on publishing a follow-up review for these at some point, so I can better discuss how these boots break in and develop after some wear. But until then, thanks for reading! If you have any questions or comments, don't hesitate to reach out via Instagram (@thedenimdentist).

[salad4sgo]

May Update

🌷Batch 16 (Camphong 2023 Anniversary) all shipping emails was sent out and I should finish packing them today.

🌷Batch 17 is on its way to the US and includes the below GOs:

Define The Relationship LZ

Cherry Blossom After Winter // King's Maker

KOD Anniversary Bookset

QC Xie Lian 's Gift Figure set

SVSSS Minidoll

MiniDoll orders from previous HC & XL 2022 Birthday GO

Before Batch 17 is here, I will try to sort out the Yuwu Vol 3 shipment. They pack all the merchs together so I have to sort them out to different bookstore set that we ordered.

🌷Upcoming GOs:

I already ordered and some of the bookset has arrived at China warehouse. Make sure to review and pay for your order HERE. The bookset is really heavy ~3kg so I plan to use the slowest and cheapest shipping method.

The SVSSS Minidoll order has large volumetric weight so I might host another Viet Book Batch 6 to help offset the cost.

[chinainspectionservices]

Why conduct a factory audit in China and what aspects are evaluated?

Have you ever considered why businesses from all across the globe emphasize the need to do a factory audit in China? China is the industrial centre of the globe, hence businesses seeking additional opportunities have many chances here. Making sure quality and agreement with international standards, however, might be challenging. Nonetheless, why is a factory audit so crucial and what exactly does it do?

Finding Out Whether a Chinese Factory Audit Is Worth It

There are many reasons why a plant inspection in China is crucial.

Ensuring of quality:

An audit of the workplace guarantees that the methods of production satisfy the high requirements demanded. This guarantees a constant quality of the produced items and satisfies consumer needs.

Confirmation of the Provider:

Verifying the authenticity of the source is rather crucial. The plant is guaranteed to be a legitimate producer rather than just a broker after it has undergone an audit.

Reducing hazards:

By identifying them in the manufacturing process, a factory audit in China helps lower early hazards. This includes looking for any production issues resulting from ineffective operations or unstable finances.

Crucially Important Notes Made During a Chinese Factory Audit

Several crucial elements are investigated during a plant inspection in China:

Producing capacity:

One approach to ascertain if the manufacturer can satisfy the demand of the consumer is by looking at its production capacity. This includes observing the equipment, operating lines, and staff members.

The mechanism for controlling quality:

Strong quality control systems guarantee that products are always produced according to standards in the same manner. Examining ISO certifications, testing locations, and quality control procedures, the audit covers

Environmentally compliant:

Ensuring the company respects environmental guidelines is really vital. The audit examines garbage management, actions made to reduce pollution, and attempts toward environmental friendliness.

Safety-oriented actions:

Examining the safety precautions taken by the manufacturer helps to protect intellectual property and prevent unauthorized access. This covers physical security, IT security, and bargains meant to keep things under wraps.

Conclusion

A Faithful Factory audit in China is thus a crucial step for every business striving to ensure that their production techniques are dependable, up to code, and of great excellence. Examining topics like production capacity, quality control, working environment, and so forth.

Are you looking for services for Quality control in India? If yes, you can get it from China Inspection Service Co., Ltd. (CIS) is founded in Hong Kong. You can contact us at  86 185 0308 2612 and send us an email at info@china-inspection-service.com. Visit our website it is china-inspection-services.com.

[sunnyworldwidelogistics]

The Customer Even Asked Me to Inspect Goods – All Because We’re a Reliable Freight Forwarder China to Saudi Arabia  

The Customer Even Asked Me to Inspect Goods – All Because We’re a Reliable Freight Forwarder China to Saudi Arabia  

Hassan is one of our long-term customers, working as a procurement manager at a motorcycle assembly plant. The motorcycle parts he purchases come from five different factories, including the power, transmission, frame, and electrical components. Trailers deliver these parts to our warehouse for consolidation before we load them into containers and ship them out. This time, the total order required six 40GP containers, and Hassan wanted to personally inspect the goods at these five factories in China.

Every time, Hassan asks me to contact the factories in advance and provide him with the necessary assistance. For this inspection trip, as a professional freight forwarder China to Saudi Arabia, I offered him complete logistics support and additional services.  

Once I received Hassan’s request, I immediately started arranging his trip in China. Since his schedule was tight, with multiple suppliers to visit and products to inspect within just a few days, I quickly reached out to all the factories to confirm their production timelines and prepared a detailed inspection plan. Hassan told me he only had four days. Visiting five factories in four days was intense, so I arranged for our QC team to conduct preliminary inspections ahead of time.

My main focus was to coordinate the production schedules of all factories, ensuring they completed their work around the same time to minimize delays. However, the transmission factory was falling behind, which risked holding up the entire shipment. This would have increased storage and management complexities since other goods might need to wait longer in our warehouse. To avoid delays, I negotiated multiple times with the supplier, who eventually agreed to work overtime. I promised to arrange trailers to collect the goods immediately upon completion to ensure smooth consolidation with the rest of the shipment. As an experienced freight forwarder China to Saudi Arabia, we provide more than just transportation services—we handle these seemingly small but essential tasks for our customers.  

When Hassan arrived in China, I accompanied him on his visits to all five factories. At each location, our QC team provided detailed inspection reports and assisted him with the on-site checks.

At a suspension system factory in Dongguan, Hassan noticed that the packaging wasn’t sturdy enough. Since suspension parts are heavy, he was concerned they might get damaged during sea transport. I immediately contacted the factory manager to discuss the container-loading process and worked with the production manager to improve the packaging. "This batch needs more foam padding and thicker cardboard for reinforcement," I told the supplier, who agreed to repackage the goods according to our requirements.  

Because I had already visited the factories and communicated potential issues ahead of time, the inspection went smoothly. Hassan was very pleased and told me, "Thanks to your thorough pre-inspection, you saved me a lot of trouble!"  

In fact, as an experienced freight forwarder China to Saudi Arabia, we always strive to do everything we can in advance to assist our clients. Beyond logistics, we often help them handle other time-consuming matters so they can focus on their core business.

Next, I began preparing the necessary customs documents. With a variety of goods involved, the customs procedures and tax calculations were relatively complex. To ensure smooth clearance through Saudi customs, I stayed in close contact with Hassan’s team to confirm all required documents were ready ahead of time. Thanks to our experience in the China-to-Saudi freight business, this paperwork was handled with ease.  

A few days later, Hassan contacted me unexpectedly. He needed to add 200 more frames to the order, but he had already returned home. He asked me to coordinate with the factory and inspect the new batch on his behalf. We’ve worked together for years, and Hassan trusts me completely. I contacted the frame factory in Dongguan, and 10 days later, they informed me that production was complete. I personally inspected the goods and arranged trailers to bring them to our warehouse.

A few days later, the shipment was loaded and ready for departure. Before shipping, I assured Hassan, "If anything comes up during transit, I’ll let you know immediately. I’ll also monitor the shipment daily to ensure quick customs clearance upon arrival."  

If you'd like to learn more about my experiences, check out my journal, where I share stories from the freight forwarding world between China and Saudi Arabia—filled with heartwarming moments and valuable insights from working with customers. Feel free to reach out anytime if you need assistance!

[impossibleperfectionnerd]

there are terrorist crooks (they really have Muslim certificates with Isis or daesh or sumthn proving their intentional membership) that you have to catch: involved in this issue: Paolo Silva, Silva family (Opus Dei), Marla S. Lao, Maria Estella S. Lao, James S. Lao. Misael Lim. Jan eero g. Lopez. Cosel Lopez, Sylvina Lopez. Leads: NATO get an investigator & a rub out team. They have to be sued in the Philippines & worldwide especially Switzerland 🇨🇭. Ateneo, st. Luke’s QC, veterans’ memorial hospital. de La salle greenhills network. San Juan city. Xavier school in San Juan city, Medical doctor in Boston, identifies with Chinese crowd. Avoid China. Maiden RINA is with Filipino & the white already. She’s with the New Vatican state.

[onenettvchannel]

#OneNETnewsEXCLUSIVE: Former Yes! FM Dumaguete DJ, Digital Veteran Multimedia Journalist and SCMP Editor 'Raffy Cabristante' meets American rock band 'Lifehouse' at the Playback Music Festival in QC

(Written by Rhayniel Saldasal Calimpong / Freelanced News Writer, Online Media Reporter and News Presenter of OneNETnews)

QUEZON, MANILA -- The iconic American alternative rock band 'Lifehouse' made an acoustic surprise appearance during 'Playback Music Festival' in Quezon City, Metro Manila at the New Frontier Theater. The band, known for their chart-topping hits and soulful sound, took time to meet fans backstage, including local media personalities outside Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental; and the entire National Capital Region (NCR).

Former 'Yes! FM: Dumaguete' Radio DJ & Negros Oriental correspondent of ABS-CBN News, Digital Multimedia Journalist and current Production Editor of South China Morning Post named Raffy Iphraim T. Cabristante, was among the lucky few who got up close and personal with the band.

Mr. Cabristante shared his excitement right at the spot on social media, posting a selfie photo with lead vocalist 'Mr. Jason Michael Wade' and the rest of the band. He was lauding their classic music and grateful for the up-close concert experience back in the days from his former high school in Dumaguete City into a reality of acoustic concert. Not only as that, he creates music in the new local musician production for the Negrosanon people. This needs no introduction, before the technologic era of internet here in this said province of Negros Oriental and around the Philippine archipelago.

Founded in 1999 by singer-songwriter-guitarist 'Jason Michael Wade', Lifehouse hails from suburban Los Angeles, California, United States of America (U.S.A.). What started in the form of the band 'Blyss' was actually Mr. Wade using his songwriting as therapy to help him get through his parents' divorce. The year 2000, saw them adopting the name 'Lifehouse' and saw the release of their first major label album, which they titled 'No Name Face'. The album's breakout single "Hanging by a Moment", catapulted them to mainstream prominence. Although this single did not hit #1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100, it was still the best single of 2001; spent 4 and half months in the top 10.

The style of Lifehouse really defied definitions between alternative rock, post-grunge and pop rock. Their succeeding albums, which included 'Stanley Climbfall', 'Who We Are', and 'Smoke and Mirrors', never failed to become worldwide hits. Hits like "You and Me", "First Time" and "Whatever It Takes" sealed their adult contemporary genre style and basically made them one of the staples in family-oriented venues.

Playback Music Festival is the country's first throwback music festival, celebrating timeless hits that never go out of style. It features artists like David James Archuleta and Lifehouse, who perform live in an acoustic concert at the New Frontier Theater. The term "playback" in concerts refers to using pre-recorded audio tracks synchronized with the artist's onstage performance, adding vocals, instrumentals, backing vocals or entire song sections.

Reality came true as a former DJ name of 'Frankie Labot' becomes now, an annual tradition as a holy week radio announcer in Dumaguete City, following previously the local Siete Palabras simulcast at the Dumaguete Cathedral. As alt-rock fans eagerly await more from Lifehouse, their Manila concert remains a memorable chapter in their storied career.

The New Frontier Theater echoed with their soulful melodies, leaving an indelible mark on Filipino music enthusiasts, especially still from ka-Beshie into Yespren. Except if you're an Overseas Filipino Workers in China as a news reader in traditional press paper, read a newspaper at South China Morning Post, all are made and edited by 'Frankie Labot' himself.

PHOTO COURTESY: Raffy Cabristante via FB PHOTO BACKGROUND PROVIDED BY: Tegna

SOURCE: *https://www.facebook.com/100044331164675/posts/1002119234609106 [Referenced FB Captioned Post via PMF] *https://www.facebook.com/1037420454/posts/10227780319066921 [Referenced FB Captioned Post via Raffy Cabristante] *https://audiolover.com/events-info/playback/what-is-playback-in-concerts/ and *https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lifehouse_%28band%29

-- OneNETnews Online Publication Team

[sunskate]

IAMO 2024-25 Schedule

2024 NextGen Competition and Camp (Gatineau, QC July 26-27, 2024)

Veillon/Brandys 2nd place🥈 (2nd RD, 2nd FD)

Lake Placid Ice Dance International (Lake Placid, NY July 30-31, 2024 Madison Hubbell and Adrian Diaz for IAMO)

Hensen/Lickers 12th place (11th RD, 16th FD) Dozzi/Papetti 14th place (13th RD, 15th FD) Robinson/Portz 15th place (16th RD, 12th FD) Ritter/Brykalov 19th place (21st RD, 18th FD Shilling/Baeten 20th place (20th RD, 20th FD) Roberts/Alis 21st place (19th RD, 21st FD)

Corneil/Emery 8th place jr (8th RD, 8th FD)

USFS Champs Camp (Norwood, MA, August 12-16, 2024. Madison Hubbell for IAMO)

Carreira/Ponomarenko

Sectional Series August (Waterloo, ON August 16-18, 2024, Sheri Moir, Cara Moir for IAMO)

Hensen/Lickers 🥇1st place (2nd RD, 2nd FD) Dozzi/Papetti 🥉3rd place (3rd RD, 1st FD) Robinson/Portz 4th place (5th RD, 3rd FD) Ritter/Brykalov 6th place (6th RD, 6th FD) Roberts/Alis 7th place (8th RD, 7th FD) Shilling/Baeten 8th place (7th RD, 8th FD)

Veillon/Brandys 🥇 1st place (1st RD, 1st FD) Corneil/Emery 5th place (5th RD, 6th FD)

Skate Canada High Performance Camp (Mississauga, ON Aug 28-30, 2024)

Hensen/Lickers

ISU Junior Grand Prix Czech Republic (Ostrava, Czech Republic, Sept 4-7, 2024, Adrian Diaz for IAMO)

Veillon/Brandys 🥉3rd place (3rd RD, 2nd FD)

Lombardia Trophy (Bergamo, Italy, Sept 13-16, 2024, Adrian Diaz for IAMO)

Dozzi/Papetti 9th place (9th RD, 9th FD) Ritter/Brykalov 12th place (12th RD, 11th FD) Roberts/Alis 13th place (14th RD, 13th FD)

Nebelhorn Trophy (Oberstdorf, Germany Sept 19-21, 2024)

Carreira/Ponomarenko 🥈2nd place (2nd RD, 2nd FD) Dozzi/Papetti 10th place (11th RD, 11th FD) Ritter/Brykalov 16th place (17th RD, 15th FD) Roberts/Alis 17th place (16th RD, 17th FD)

Denis Ten Memorial Challenge 2024 (Astana, Kazakhstan Oct 2-5, 2024 Sheri Moir for IAMO)

Hensen/Lickers 11th place (10th RD, 11th FD)

JGP Ljubljana Cup 2024 (Ljubljana, Slovenia Oct 2-5, 2024 Cara Moir for IAMO)

Veillon/Brandys 6th place (6th RD, 6th FD)

Budapest Trophy 2024 (Budapest, Hungary October 11-13, 2024 Adrian Diaz for IAMO)

Carreira/Ponomarenko 1st place🥇(1st RD, 1st FD)

Trophy Metropole Nice Côte d’Azur 2024 (Nice, France October 16-20, 2024 Justin Trojek for IAMO)

Ritter/Brykalov 11th place (15th RD, 11th FD)

Skate Ontario October Sectionals (Barrie, ON October 17-20, 2024)

Robinson/Portz 🥇1st place (2nd RD, 1st FD) Shilling/Baeten 🥈2nd place (3rd RD, 2nd FD) Corneil/Emery 5th place jr (5th RD, 5th FD) Anderson/Dawson 4th place jr (4th RD, 3rd FD)

IceChallenge 2024 (Graz, Austria November 4-10, 2024)

Dozzi/Papetti Shilling/Baeten Roberts/Alis

2025 Skate Ontario Junior and Senior Sectional Championships (Oshawa, ON November 7-10)

Robinson/Portz Veillon/Brandys Corneil/Emery Anderson/Dawson

ISU Grand Prix NHK Trophy (Tokyo, Japan Nov 8-10, 2024)

Carreira/Ponomarenko

ISU CS Tallinn Trophy (Tallinn, Estonia Nov 11-17, 2024)

Hensen/Lickers

ISU Grand Prix Cup of China (Chongqing, China Nov 22-24, 2024)

Carreira/Ponomarenko

Skate Canada Challenge (Winnipeg, MB Nov 28-Dec 1, 2024)

Canadian National Figure Skating Championships (Laval, QC Jan 14-19, 2025)

US National Figure Skating Championships (Wichita, KS Jan 20-26, 2025)

Carreira/Ponomarenko