Special thanks to Alex F. for getting the measurements I needed! Fits just how I like my truckers. Highly recommend this jacket to anyone on the fence.
PS @worn2fade I soaked two 526Ls both within the the recommended IH temp (30-40C) 1hr, then into the machine for a gentle wash on cold no spin. Both jackets .5 inches off the shoulders, 1 inch off the length sleeves/body. Chest shrinkage was minimal.
I'm finally getting my IH shirt fit down with a couple of hard misses and some special help from the IH crew. Sold those off and picked up this one and really dig the fit! It's ever so slightly snug in the chest and shoulders, but not restrictive or uncomfortable. Shoulders are the constant issue that I found I need to get dialed in with these shirts as they seem to run narrow. It's the perfect weight to wear under my type iii jacket. Glad I was able to find measurements on the 33 that worked because I was told no more from that line coming in 2025.
@Tobi I think the jacket looks perfect. It depends on what you like though. I personally like my trucker jackets to fit slim and hit at the waist or close to. I also don't like to wear bulky clothing underneath. If I want to layer, I layer a parka over the trucker. That's just what I prefer. This one runs pretty long in the torso, even longer than the other modified type iii's I've noticed. I was just in a similar situation with these jackets. I decided to size down because the body length was just too much. I was concerned with sleeve length as well because they hit right at the wrist and I think that's perfect, but was concerned about the creasing and it riding up. The IH crew assured me the sleeves would not come up much at all especially when the jacket wears in. The bit of natural stretching/relaxing offsets the creasing in the sleeves. Time will tell. I really like how mine is fitting now.
First pair of 21oz 888s and they're fantastic! I tried getting into the 777s and 666s, but they were incredibly tight on my legs. This cut feels much better. I had concerns that these would be too tight as well, but after a couple hours they have loosened up already and are very comfortable. Thanks again @Alex for the last minute fit advice!
A type iii in 18oz vintage fabric would be cool.
@Brandrea I agree with @Chibs. They're two different things. Do you want a jacket, shirt or both? The CPO is basically a denim jacket that looks like a shirt. If you already are wearing a denim jacket get the 33. I actually just picked one up. I was looking at picking up the 293, but it would never get worn because my 526L type iii jacket is getting the wear. The 33 works perfectly under the jacket. It's a lot lighter and more like a typical casual dress shirt. But if you need both, get both.
@Graham thanks! I picked them up at Self Edge, SF. Easily the best damn jeans I've ever had. Thanks @RobeOfTheMagi 
In inches.
The 526Lod I tried in XL:
Shoulder: 18.750
Chest P2P: 22.250
Body Length: 26.250
Sleeve Length: 26.250
Waist: 19.750
Hem opening: 20
The 526L in an XL I tried, after 2 soaks, each for 1hr @ 30C, then 40C.
Shoulder: 19.625
Chest: 23
Body Length: 27.125
Sleeve length: 26.5
Waist: 20.875
Hem opening: 21.125
Both Jackets are from this most recent batch.
After doing this I would personally say, get the measurements that are closest to your best fitting jacket. It shouldn't be way over. Maybe that is widely known information, but I didn't know that. I assumed if both were from the same batch go with the same size. Measurements clearly matter more. I'm sure results may be widely different so take what I say with a huge grain of salt.
@Indigo-Alchemist 14oz western is super thick. It's basically wearing 2 denim jackets. 12oz shirt in my opinion is perfect under a type iii.
@aimes looks good. That's how mine looked. I soaked it 1hr 30c and then a cold wash, no spin. Fits perfect. That way It'll shrink about 1 inch in the sleeves and body. Everything else pretty minimal.
@Ikeaparty looks great to me, just wear it more.
For those who like a slim 888 fit that is not restrictive in movement or too tight, how much ease in the thigh do you go for above your actual thigh measurement? 2 inches, 2.5 inches? I currently have some 888's that have 3 inches of ease in the thigh. I find this to be a little too much. I did get them one size too big though in my opinion.
@neph93 ok this is good to know thanks! I was thinking of doing cold first just to see how much I get. A little concerned about shrinking too much with a 30c soak/wash, but sounds like it's necessary? I never soak or wash anything over 30c anyway.
@yannis ok great. Does the XHS denim stretch out a little more from the pre-soak fit & measurements if put under stress (waist / top block, thighs). Like I said pre soak fit it just about perfect. They do slightly ride up my butt though so hoping this will go away. Thanks!
How are these supposed to fit pre soak? I tried some on and they fit well. They were a pretty slim fit everywhere and what I would like. I tried the next size up and they were roomy. If these stretch back out to the pre soak fit I would not want to go with the larger size. However the size that fits well once soaked would be a pretty tight squeeze. In that case would a cold soak be advised or just wait for a restock and try to get measurements that are slightly bigger?
@FlavourFade thanks, yeah love it already!
