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    Appfaff
    Raw and Unwashed
    Joined: 11 Oct 2013

    It sounds like the new N-1H is their Naval take on a Tanker jacket. You get the Deck Jacket look but with the versatility and lighter weight of a Tanker.  That might have also been the reason for the shorter profile as tankers are means to be worn around the waist while heavy N-1s should fall mid fly on most people.. at least they do in the old photos.

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      Appfaff
      Raw and Unwashed
      Joined: 11 Oct 2013

      To be honest, I had zero intention of getting anything from the anniversary collection. I kinda figured I had all the Indigo stuff I needed.

      Then I came to my senses and realized I was being an idiot so I emailed Cristian and, as usual, he hooked it up.

      First up, the "infamous" 2-tone Naval Chinos.  I know people hated the blue stitching, but after seeing pairs a few years old, the thread fades to such a faint blue it's not noticeable after a few washes.  Plus, essentially ever officer chino designed with a front pocket arcuate is based of Christopher original design, so instead of buying more RRL Chinos, I figured I should man up and get the real thing. Also, I always liked the two tone Khaki - seemed a little rustic and I have always dug it.

      The fabric is like nothing I have ever seen or felt before. Really slick, really tight weave, almost sateen like.






      The fit is pretty standard from what you would expect. Fairly sizable hem, but classic seat and thigh. Slimmer than the Sportsman Chinos, baggies than Garrisons. They tightened up a bit with a run through a light machine wash cycle but I expect more once I give them a real wash and dry.  The color is light so I expect them to get dirty easily so they will get washed often. They stretch almost immediately.


      And like many of you, I snagged a CPO. Fit is larger than I thought it would be based on measures and mine didn't shrink at all in a cold soak. Hoping it tightens up once I let it see a wash.



      Now off to try and shift more gear to pay off the CC before the wife notices [emoji41]

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        Broark
        Joined: 15 Dec 2013

        Looks good!
        I like the naval chinos a lot, if you get a chance could you post measurements?
        They're a lot more subtle looking when worn as opposed to in product shots.
        Lately I've been weighing the options between these or a pair of sportsman chinos. Still undecided.

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          Appfaff
          Raw and Unwashed
          Joined: 11 Oct 2013

          Broark - I'm at work now but will post measures post soak.

          There is still An OG pair from 2008 available in 36, but I figured I wanted whatever "tweaks" might have been made in the positive for fit/durability - even if the old ones are 30 bucks cheaper.

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            ShootThePier
            Joined: 19 Jan 2015

            My 10A CPO shrank considerably with s hot soak/hot wash/cold rinse. Also XL, it shrank about 1.25 inches in length at sleeves and hem. Because of the the tight weave of the canvas it is hard to estimate the shrink p2p, but it was "puffy" pre soak. I did do a damp wear also, and it is much more form fitting.
            Excuse the picture quality.

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              summ3rhays
              Joined: 28 Nov 2012

              That's great to hear @ShootThePier .  What size do you wear in IH?  I just ordered an XXL and I'm glad to hear I can expect some shrinkage.

              IG: summ3rhays & Indigobleed

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                Anesthetist
                見習いボス
                Joined: 14 May 2011

                Breaking in my CPO. I can see elbow comb fading already!

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                IG: bluehandsslim

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                  Appfaff
                  Raw and Unwashed
                  Joined: 11 Oct 2013

                  aweome fits @Anesthetist and @ShootThePier - after a few wears I may throw mine in a hot soak/wash as well and see what happens. I have room in the sleeves and body length as well as chest, so I should be fine to shrink it down. although the fit I have now can comfortably fit over UHFs and thick shirts, which may be what I'll use it for this winter and then shrink it down moving into fall.

                  @Broark - here are the measures of my pair of Anniversary Edition Naval Chinos in 2-tone khaki.
                  I put then in a cold "hand wash cycle" in the machine, line dry and warm iron to get them back to stock look. I feel they will shrink with a hot wash and dry. Based on the size chart on MFSC, mine should shrink down further than this with a longer wash and more aggitation.

                  Waist: 36
                  Front Rise: 13
                  Back Rise: 15.85
                  Thigh: 14
                  Knee (12' down from crotch): 10.35
                  Inseam: 33
                  Hem (leg opening): 9.75

                  If they shrink down to the MFSC size chart, mine would be ideal. I'd prefer the legs a little snugger and a little shorter.

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                    ShootThePier
                    Joined: 19 Jan 2015

                    I would equate that fit to my IH shirts in XL.

                    @summ3rhays:

                    That's great to hear @ShootThePier .  What size do you wear in IH?  I just ordered an XXL and I'm glad to hear I can expect some shrinkage.

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                      Appfaff
                      Raw and Unwashed
                      Joined: 11 Oct 2013

                      @Anesthetist:

                      Breaking in my CPO. I can see elbow comb fading already!

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                      BTW - congrats on being gutsy enough to flash the topless mermaid cuffs while at Disney [emoji23]

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                        Broark
                        Joined: 15 Dec 2013

                        Thanks for the measurements @Appfaff , they look pretty good!
                        Still not sure which model I like more, they've both got their advantages.

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                          Appfaff
                          Raw and Unwashed
                          Joined: 11 Oct 2013

                          I will say this… Christophe almost always releases an Indigo style chino pant or at least a variation nearly every season.

                          On the flip side, Khaki Chinos sell
                          Slowly so they may be around for a while lol

                          Heck, they still have the originals from 2008 in a sz 36 in the online shop.

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                            Broark
                            Joined: 15 Dec 2013

                            Oh I should've been more clear, I'm debating these naval chinos and some khaki Sportsman chinos that I've found from a Japanese store that still has them in stock.
                            Both khaki, just not sure which pair has the details that I like more.

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                              Broark
                              Joined: 15 Dec 2013

                              A couple of fit pics of my anniversary CPO after a warm wash.

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                                Appfaff
                                Raw and Unwashed
                                Joined: 11 Oct 2013

                                @Broark:

                                Oh I should've been more clear, I'm debating these naval chinos and some khaki Sportsman chinos that I've found from a Japanese store that still has them in stock.
                                Both khaki, just not sure which pair has the details that I like more.

                                Ahh gotcha - I will add a kink in the mix and say the best bang for your buck is the Shipyard Chinos. Lightweight that you can wear them year round and a nice tailored fit 😉

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                                  Broark
                                  Joined: 15 Dec 2013

                                  Hadn't really considered the Shipyard Chinos due to the lighter color / more out there details.
                                  But they do look pretty nice! Measurements look good too.

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                                    summ3rhays
                                    Joined: 28 Nov 2012

                                    @Broark:

                                    A couple of fit pics of my anniversary CPO after a warm wash.

                                    Nice pick up !  Looks great post wash

                                    IG: summ3rhays & Indigobleed

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                                      Appfaff
                                      Raw and Unwashed
                                      Joined: 11 Oct 2013

                                      @Broark:

                                      Hadn't really considered the Shipyard Chinos due to the lighter color / more out there details.
                                      But they do look pretty nice! Measurements look good too.

                                      I wanted the Shipyard when they came out, but never got them since they cam out originally in December and they were too thin to really wear.  Mine are perhaps my most worn chin pants.  I have the blue so the details are more subtle. I actually love the patch pockets and the top block is phenomenal. They are my wife's favorite pants I wear.

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                                        Appfaff
                                        Raw and Unwashed
                                        Joined: 11 Oct 2013

                                        Sorry for the ridiculous amount of posts in here.  Since there is a new Liberty Belt out, I figured I'd share my original with you guys:




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                                          Anesthetist
                                          見習いボス
                                          Joined: 14 May 2011

                                          I love the Liberty belt! It was my first MF piece and I actually bought it at JCrew on clearance [emoji15]
                                          Mine is looking good, although not quite as good as yours. Keep it up! Btw, I didnt hear a single complaint about the mermaids. Compared to how some folks were dressed, topless merfish were tame!

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                                          IG: bluehandsslim

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