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The difference is night and day.
Howies. Classic in long sleeve.
Cut close around the wrists, flappy everywhere else (on me, a skinny, limby cyclist). Way too short in the body, loose around the middle. The fabric is very durable but is woven so tight the breathability of wool is all but lost. An expensive t-shirt.
Rapha. Regular baselayer, short sleeve.
Just basically perfect. Almost elastic nature of the fabric is great. Super comfortable in a massive range of conditions. Buy a pack and the cost actually compares well with Finisterre and Howies etc. The pale colours start looking a bit gross after a while so just don't wander around in your underwear innit.