Now, they’re not directly titled “Milton F. Goodman” shirts but a quick Google Books query did direct me at the man and company behind the latest collection of  thread perfect interpretations of the classic work shirts from Workers Japan. Google Books is incredible to say the least. Here’s the link to an old article from around 1922 discussing how the Reliance company, which Milton F. Goodman ran and operated targeting “farmer” accounts. Fascinating.

In the meantime, Workers will put their versions of the Reliance shirts on sale on Sept. 10. The quality of these garments will be impeccable as usual. Expect some slight refinements from the originals.

Workers Japan is one of those specialty labels from the East which represents everything good about having an eye for details. We have mentioned the Workers line in the past for their stitch by stitch proper reproductions of quality heritage garments. Today, we feature their simple “workers” neck wear which should be available as of August.

A more macro look at the Workers Japan Neckties for Late Summer 2010 after the click.

Worker’s brings back more classics with this duck canvas cotton tote bag. Now, this is no ordinary tote. Takashi Tateno, the mastermind behind the Workers line/project meticulously examines original product to output his own perfect replica. In the case of this duck canvas tote, you’re looking at handcrafted goodness that features rivet reinforced pockets, American cut leather strapping. All in all, you have a wonderful perfect tote. It does not get much better than this.

More looks at the Workers Duck Canvas Tote after the click.

Workers continues to kill it in the repro side of heritage. Coming in December are these two engineer jackets made to the original spec   a pair of originals found in the  K&T H MFG Co. family. The photos speak for themselves. Everything is right on point with these pieces. As usual, email Workers if you want to pre-order.

More looks at the Workers K&T H MFG Co. “Railroaders” Engineer Jackets after the click.

The minds behind Workers in Japan are obsessed with pure replication (down to the stitch) of quality garments from a time past. Their latest is a take on the M51 spec, MIL-T-2060A “shell, field” trouser with some slight modifications around the hem and the length of these work pants. They’re made from 9 ounce cotton and are available for order outside of Japan. Simply email them from the Workers’ website for more information.

Workers Japan digs through the K & T H MFG Co. and discovers this great “Lot32 Shirt, Closed Front.” A gem from workwear of the past, Workers gets all the details right from the original, hitting every detail down to the last stitch. A very limited run of these were made available to the public due to the fabric run. I would hate to have to find a substitute to the Workers’ “real” thing.

More views of the Workers K&T H MFG Co. Lot32 Shirt after the jump.

Leave it to Workers Japan to pull out the classic necktie under the K&TH Mfg name. Hand made and simply gorgous work. Two classic check patterns are available. As usual, Workers gives you the inside view into the re-build of the classic. Not a single detail is lost here.

More view of the K&TH Mfg for Workers Hand Tailored Neckties after the jump.

Workers Japan can do no wrong. Their latest is the Lot10 Sheep Collar Coat from K & T H MFG Co. An absolute beauty. Everything inch of this coat is a true repro from the original sold in the Montgomery Ward Catalog back in 1928-29. N-1 deck fabric on the outershell, re-inforced cornering on all pockets with leather… the detailed listing is long. Wondering how they got it so right? Check Workers step-by-step build on the Lot10 Sheep Collar Coat. Demandingly precise.

More views of the K & T H MFG Co. Lot10 Sheep Collar Coat after the jump.

A Continuous Lean targets their latest obsession with workwear towards the Japanese brand Workers (thanks to the help of some friends of course). "Workers gathers vintage pieces of American workwear, then meticulously reproduces the garments to nearly perfect replicas. It even goes so far as to document the production process, ensuring the clothing is made as it should be. The company releases the items one at a time and nearly everything sells out…"