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The sleeves are a great fit and the shoulders are just right

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I also control the neckline curve and band height, because small pattern errors create rolling, gaping, or cutting into the arm

Just be sure to factor in the cost of alterations and cleaning, which can easily be hundreds of dollars depending on the samples condition