IH-666S-21 - 21oz Selvedge Denim Slim Straight Cut Jeans - Indigo

[the246guy]

Any suggestions on how to get the best evolution on this denim? How long should I wear it before I soak or wash so that I get the best evolution possible|?

[Streetwise Hercules]

Just wear them and wash them when they need it.

[neph93]

@Streetwise:

Just wear them and wash them when they need it.

^All of this.

Also it's sanforised so don't worry about soaks. The 21oz is kind of stubborn to start with but fades uniquely and beautifully. God I miss having some in rotation.

[the246guy]

I got the denim delivered today and my first impressions are "Wow" This denim is awesome! It is very soft compared to my 555N. I got size W31 and I have the feeling that the thigh area is a bit tighter on this guy. Will this stretch a bit on the thigh? I would be happy if it does! The waist seems to be spot on!

[neph93]

The whole top block of the 666 is smaller than the 555 so it's to be expected that you find them a little tight in comparison. The 21oz is quite forgiving.  It will certainly relax after 10 or so wears.

[Lindsey]

RESTOCKED

[Giles]

Restocked….

[Sam]

Alex's IH-666S-21's getting a run out in our latest video

[manufc10]

There should have been a giant cow patty on the ground during the slow mo close ups of his boots and you should have had him step right on it…squish...  Was I the only one expecting/hoping that???

[Giles]

Restocked…

[Lindsey]

I suspect that these may have seen a little bit of wear 

[xtcclassic]

???

[Lindsey]

Now this is what we call a crotch blow out  ???

[Dion]

:o

[Lindsey]

Life's a beach…

[Dion]

…and then you swim :D.

[Giles]

Restock…..

[StoneMagnet]

Hi guys, just a quick question/favour to ask about these: does anyone have any post-wear measurements for a tag size 34? I'm keen to pull the trigger, but the thigh is giving me pause for thought… (my current go-to pair's thighs, some 19oz Lee101Zs, have stretched out to 13", and I reckon I might be able to reclaim an inch with the 666 fit...)

Any help (and advice) gratefully received!

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[neph93]

@StoneMagnet:

Hi guys, just a quick question/favour to ask about these: does anyone have any post-wear measurements for a tag size 34? I'm keen to pull the trigger, but the thigh is giving me pause for thought…

I don't have this fit, but I have some experience with this denim. The 21oz stretches more than pretty much any other IH denim. That being said, an inch stretch in the thigh is a big ask for any pair in any denim. I would recommend asking the IHUK crew to measure the W34's they have in stock and see if they have a pair that come up bigger in the thigh than published measurements. That way you'll have a better chance of them stretching to something like you want them to.

[manufc10]

I agree with what @neph93 said @StoneMagnet.  Have the crew measure up the tag size 34 with the biggest thigh measurement and go from there.  That strategy has worked well for me in the past.