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    • J
      jacoavlu
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      not gonna work, you can give a bunch of reasons but none are likely to justify a second pair of jeans, actually you think about it lots of reasons (built to last, etc) actually argue why you shouldn't need a second pair

      you gotta take the approach that you enjoy them, they make you feel good when you wear them, you work hard for your money etc and that's what you choose to spend it on. if that don't work I don't know what to say.

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      • scroogenS
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        Dunno what else could possibly be said. They aren't magic, they're just pants that are well made and heavy as all feck.  They're expensive because of the cost of materials, cost of workmanship and shipping. I don't think IH advertises like huge mall brands so that probably isn't a big part of the cost.  The fact that they do small runs of items brings the cost up too.

        For me it's worth the price to know that

        My shit will last
        It's not made by children or people that are basically slaves to a company
        It's made from the best materials for the job
        IH is no BS clothing.

        Edit:
        Jacoavlu basically said it perfect

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        • Dirty DenimD
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          Think of any hobby or thing ur wife does that u dont do urself and is her own thing like getting her nails done or maybe buying a good book to read.  That will be ur comparison with what u spend on ur hobby and what she spends on her hobby/Grooming  I justified the jeans thing with a feel bad for me story.  I said hunny  Its not only a pair of jeans that will yes last because of how well they are made but they are the one thing I actually consider a hobby of mine.  Yes I like the way the look but that $500 is not being paid so i could look good in a $500 pair of jeans.  I enjoy the journey of them and the story they will tell.  Same concept as someone who like puzzles or model airplanes.  U have to get her away from that they are JEANS and show her how they are a hobby or a puzzle.      I had the same issue at 1st with my girl but now she gets what comes with buying a pair of jeans and how I can justify the money.  Look at everything we do with those jeans…We take tons of pics & post em , talk about them, baby them, and of course fekk em up.  Dont forget after we are done with our project jean they are still worth quite a bit..  So whatever the initial investment is will be partially recouped unlike any other dept store brand.  BABY ITS MY ONE AND ONLY HOBBY

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          • GilesG
            Giles
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            I can't do specifics because this is not a science.  But recently I helped Haraki procure some Alpaca for some stuff we are doing next winter.  This stuff is seriously expensive wool which I got from Peru, had it shipped to UK and then shipped to Japan.  When I told Haraki how much it was going to be per yard, I thought he would go apeshit, but his response was calm "cheaper than 21oz"…...

            "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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            • injunjackI
              injunjack
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              Just buy then jawns and let the bitch bitch. After a while she'll stop. Then go on and get your 3rd pair….

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              • LuciferL
                Lucifer
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                IHSH-08sbg: $350
                IH-9634Z: $350
                Aero cafe racer: $1000

                Feeling like I'm donning fecking armor,  feeling like I'm invincible, like I'm a medieval champion ready for anything the world can throw at me?

                Priceless

                Seize the day and don't you cry.

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                • GilesG
                  Giles
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                  @LandoCal126:

                  @Giles:

                  Yes the xhs is now available in Japan.  Haraki asked me if he could sell them, had I said no - he would not have done.

                  BB's too I see.

                  No they are not.  Haraki very occasionally sells second quality at events like Iron Hearts Day.  He sold a few substandard BB's in 2011 at silly prices, he may have done again in 2012, but they are not generally available….

                  "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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                    @Giles:

                    @LandoCal126:

                    @Giles:

                    Yes the xhs is now available in Japan.  Haraki asked me if he could sell them, had I said no - he would not have done.

                    BB's too I see.

                    No they are not.  Haraki very occasionally sells second quality at events like Iron Hearts Day.  He sold a few substandard BB's in 2011 at silly prices, he may have done again in 2012, but they are not generally available….

                    Sorry G. I did not realize that they were substandard. My memory flashed on the video and I remembered seeing other pairs. Thanks for clearing that up.

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                    • GilesG
                      Giles
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                      No probs Lando.  You worried the shit out of me when you said that, I thought I must have drunkenly agreed that Haraki could sell them, and I was sure I had not…..

                      "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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                        MikeC
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                        All I saw is u procured some alpaca from Peru, what's that for?

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                        • Dirty DenimD
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                          Giles ur like a drug lord.  Don't be crossin my block Haraki…..SON

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                          • GilesG
                            Giles
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                            @MikeC:

                            All I saw is u procured some alpaca from Peru, what's that for?

                            It'll be to line something with.  Other than that I don't know.  He'd tell me if I asked, but I actually prefer to be surprised….

                            "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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                            • zhivagoZ
                              zhivago
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                              @injunjack:

                              Just buy then jawns and let the bitch bitch. After a while she'll stop. Then go on and get your 3rd pair….

                              Nice IJ

                              Zhivago

                              MM: "we all got to start somewhere"

                              G: "Never once did he bitch, moan or complain.  He just motivated the team and got on with it"

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                              • Dirty DenimD
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                                I just received a levi's shrink to fit denim trucker jacket today.  Iv never bought or nor have I heard of a STF trucker.  Its an XL & is a bit boxy.  How should i soak it?  The hotter the better right?  SHould i boil some water and mix that in with tap hot water and for how long a soak ?  Thanks in advance

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                                • Dirty DenimD
                                  Dirty Denim
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                                  Also is this a good detergent to use or should i grab Woolite dark?

                                  ![](http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/ODIwWDEwMjQ=/$(KGrHqMOKisE5db1CYvrBO(oU1Gt8!~~60_58.JPG)

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                                  • SeulS
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                                    Use the hottest water your tab provides (usually around 45-50 C°).  Soak for 45'. No need to add a detergent as you're just STF'ing it…

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                                    • Dirty DenimD
                                      Dirty Denim
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                                      OK thanks..and I wasnt going to put that in ..I just wanted to know because I need some for when i wash

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                                      • Megatron1505M
                                        Megatron1505
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                                        Dr Bronners for a regular wash, Samurai Thunder Soap if you're feeling flamboyant, or if you're not that bothered (like me), just throw them in a regular wash, hang dry for 24 hours, then give them 20 minutes in the dryer, being sure to laugh the entire time at your own insanity.

                                        Made in England, clothed in Japan, fed in America and drunk in Belgium !

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                                        • SeulS
                                          Seul
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                                          I use this for everything, nowt fancy…

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                                          • GilesG
                                            Giles
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                                            I still have a load of Doc Bronners sample sachets here.  If you want some, let us know when you order, we'll include FOC…..

                                            "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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