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IHSH-85- The Johnny Cash Too - Superblack 12oz Selvedge Denim Western Shirt

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  • J
    JCMx800
    Raw and Unwashed
    Joined: 20 Sept 2012

    @DrBabyhorse
    P2P: 22.9" -> 22.5"
    Sleeve: 26.5 -> 25.2" (don´t know if I measured right?!?!?)


    And the hem:

    Les Paul -> ProCo Rat -> Super HardOn -> JCM800 Low Input
    XXX

    last edited by 12 Sept 2014, 15:22 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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      Omega Man
      Haraki san Student
      Joined: 15 Jul 2010

      Hot wash and tumble dry may work.  But the shirt was made slightly bigger initially to accomodate the shrinkage, it may be a wash.  If you are still concern, I think you should return it (…..I know it is difficult).  Otherwise, you will be stuck with a shirt that you can't wear comfortably.  IH64 is altogether a different beast, some larger sizes are gone already, hope you will be able to get one.

      last edited by 12 Sept 2014, 17:02 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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        DrBabyhorse
        Joined: 28 Dec 2012

        Thanks for the advice. I went with the hot wash (returning the shirt wasn't going to happen) and I'm pleased with the results. The length overall and in the arms is much better and I think the p2p shrunk almost a half inch (it's right around 24 now).

        last edited by 13 Sept 2014, 23:31 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
        • W
          Winchy
          Raw and Unwashed
          Joined: 28 Sept 2009

          Restocked. Large and XL now available.

          last edited by 19 Sept 2014, 13:27 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
          • J
            JCMx800
            Raw and Unwashed
            Joined: 20 Sept 2012

            @DrBabyhorse:

            Thanks for the advice. I went with the hot wash (returning the shirt wasn't going to happen) and I'm pleased with the results. The length overall and in the arms is much better and I think the p2p shrunk almost a half inch (it's right around 24 now).

            Very cool!!!

            Les Paul -> ProCo Rat -> Super HardOn -> JCM800 Low Input
            XXX

            last edited by 19 Sept 2014, 16:14 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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              neph93
              見習いボス
              Joined: 18 Aug 2014

              I bought this as my first IH shirt and thought I'd share my experiences with sizing/washing in case others can benefit.

              As it was my first shirt I sought some general advice both here and directly from @Madame Buttonfly . In addition I measured a couple of Nudie shirts I own that fit well. Based on all of this I was faced with a choice between XXL (which would fit over the shoulders but be a little roomy elsewhere), or XL which would be the best fit P2P but potentially small over the shoulders. I opted for the XXL given that some shrinkage could be expected and that shirts that are tight over the shoulders can look rubbish and be uncomfortable.

              When the shirt arrived I was impressed with the fabric and construction. The hardware was also excellent. The fit left a little to be desired however. The shoulders fit fine but the shirt was too wide P2P, and in the waist and very long as well in the arms, but especially in the body. More so than expected. To cap the disappointment, the XL was sold out and returns from Norway would be a pain in the ring.

              So the only thing to do was to give it a wash and see what happened. I took measurements before the wash, The shirt had not been worn other than for 2 minutes to ascertain fit, so the measurements were "from the box". Using the IH approved measuring method I got these results in CM (the listed measurements from the website are in brackets):

              P2P - 60,5 (59,9)
              Arm - 69,2 (68,6)
              Shoulder - 50,1 (49,3)
              Length - 81,2 (80)

              So the shirt seemed consistently (although only marginally) bigger than the listed measurements. Either that or my measuring consistently sucks. For the wash I used the machine on 60 degrees, with a low spin cycle and no tumbling. I also didn't bother with soap or detergent as the shirt hadn't been worn. I let it hang dry. The measurements post wash:

              P2P - 59,1
              Arm - 67
              Shoulder - 48,2
              Length - 78

              So all in all some pretty decent shrinkage. The end result is also a shirt that fits really well (thank the gods!). It'll be interesting to see how much it stretches with wear, but regardless that will be stretch caused by my body so will only affect areas that need it. I'd like to point out that although the shrinkage appears negligible (-1,4 P2P, -2,2 Arm, -1,9 Shoulder, -3,2 Length) the overall effect on the fit is very noticeable. The other lesson learnt was that listed measurements can vary somewhat from what you get. That's not a criticism, but is useful to know.

              “Some of those that work forces
              Are the same that burn crosses”

              • Virginia Woolf
              last edited by 21 Sept 2014, 15:30 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                sabergirl
                見習いボス
                Joined: 4 Oct 2013

                Glad it's going to work out for you!  You may get a little more shrinkage with a tumble-dry, if you want.

                last edited by 21 Sept 2014, 16:36 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                  neph93
                  見習いボス
                  Joined: 18 Aug 2014

                  @sabergirl:

                  Glad it's going to work out for you!  You may get a little more shrinkage with a tumble-dry, if you want.

                  Thanks  🙂 I don't think I want anymore shrink, also according to the washing guidelines on here tumble drying can create some unfortunate marks on the Superblack fabrics?

                  “Some of those that work forces
                  Are the same that burn crosses”

                  • Virginia Woolf
                  last edited by 21 Sept 2014, 17:15 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                    sabergirl
                    見習いボス
                    Joined: 4 Oct 2013

                    'tis true about the marks.  My superblack jeans have had a whitish line or two when I take them out of the dryer.  The marks do rub off eventually though.

                    last edited by 21 Sept 2014, 17:19 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                      DrBabyhorse
                      Joined: 28 Dec 2012

                      That's pretty much the same experience I had with the XXXL. I'm glad it worked out for you too.

                      last edited by 21 Sept 2014, 17:55 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                        neph93
                        見習いボス
                        Joined: 18 Aug 2014

                        @sabergirl that's good to know, I picked up a couple after the wash, nothing dramatic though. @DrBabyhorse I read your posts initially. They helped. Thought it would be interesting to document it.

                        “Some of those that work forces
                        Are the same that burn crosses”

                        • Virginia Woolf
                        last edited by 21 Sept 2014, 18:55 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                          Madame Buttonfly
                          IHUK Crew
                          Joined: 28 Sept 2009

                          Thanks very much @neph93!  Delighted to learn you got the shrinkage you needed, and it’s extremely helpful that you documented exactly what happened with the shirt.

                          🙂

                          AKA Mrs G

                          last edited by 22 Sept 2014, 09:32 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                            neph93
                            見習いボス
                            Joined: 18 Aug 2014

                            @Madame Buttonfly Thank you for the help!  Of course, if you want me to thoroughly test and document any other products, feel free to send me some clothes  😉 😉 😉

                            “Some of those that work forces
                            Are the same that burn crosses”

                            • Virginia Woolf
                            last edited by 22 Sept 2014, 10:22 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                            • W
                              Winchy
                              Raw and Unwashed
                              Joined: 28 Sept 2009

                              An XL is now available.

                              last edited by 19 Nov 2014, 15:46 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                              • S
                                Surf Monkey
                                Joined: 21 Jan 2015

                                Purchased the -85 from the Web site today. Got the L. I wash everything in cold, so I'm feeling confident based on the measurements that this will be a perfect fit even after some shrinkage from the soak. I've been lusting after the -85 for some time now. This is a welcome addition to my IH collection!

                                last edited by 21 Jan 2015, 08:52 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                                • AetasA
                                  Aetas
                                  見習いボス
                                  Joined: 19 Jun 2013

                                  IH-85 and a 92! Great combo @Surf Monkey

                                  last edited by 21 Jan 2015, 13:00 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                    Surf Monkey
                                    Joined: 21 Jan 2015

                                    @Aetas:

                                    IH-85 and a 92! Great combo @Surf Monkey

                                    Thanks! I'm loving the 92. I'm wearing it today. Can't wait to get the 85. Matt at Iron Heart UK made sure to contact me after my order and double check the measurements before shipping. Excellent service! Above and beyond the call.

                                    last edited by 21 Jan 2015, 19:18 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                                    • S
                                      Schlunta
                                      Joined: 25 Feb 2014

                                      You will be very very happy with this shirt. You feel like a boss when you wear it!

                                      last edited by 21 Jan 2015, 20:33 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                                      • W
                                        Winchy
                                        Raw and Unwashed
                                        Joined: 28 Sept 2009

                                        Small and Large added back in to stock.

                                        last edited by 23 Jan 2015, 12:04 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                          Surf Monkey
                                          Joined: 21 Jan 2015

                                          Got my large -85 today and it's great! Just a touch larger than I'd expect, so that's perfect. Looking at the shrinkage reports it looks like it'll stay about where I want it. This thing has the same awesome heavy feel of the -07 Hickory stripe but a more dressy look. Love it!

                                          last edited by 26 Jan 2015, 23:29 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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