IHV-02DD - Double Indigo Duck Vest

[Brock]

Okay calling all vest experts!

I have zero experience with vests other than this carhartt one that I wore for a number of summers, many years ago.

In my opinion the carhartt fits a bit too snug, ideally I’d like some more room ptp but it works…

Hypothetically if I were to get one of these it would be worn with a pocket T in the summer but I’d like to be able to layer it with a light sweatshirt or flannel...

I don’t have a ‘standard’ IHSH size as the 4 IH shirts I own range from XL to XXXXL... ‍️

Anyway, based on these measurements and the fit, what would you guys recommend for size?
Thanks!

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[neph93]

What are you looking for in length? Over under or on your belt? And what’s the front length of the Carhartt?

[Brock]

Front length is 26.5, the 4th picture there, I think I’d be okay if my belt showed but these aren’t straight across right?

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[Appfaff]

I think the XXXL will make you happy, but I think the XXL would “look better” but not give you the functionality you are wanting.

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[Appfaff]

@Brock - I sold mine off two years ago I believe. Loved it, and would love a New one in a size smaller.

Also, that Carhartt vest looks absolutely
Amazing. I have the same one and never wear it. Maybe I need to put some miles on it [emoji6]

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[neph93]

@Brock:

Front length is 26.5, the 4th picture there, I think I’d be okay if my belt showed but these aren’t straight across right?

They aren't straight across no, so it's about the belt buckle being visible at the bottom of the placket and the belt at the back. Personally I like the vest to sit so that it just covers the belt at the back and the buckle is visible. I wish I could wear it like some guys do, short with the whole belt visible but it looks silly on me.

Judging by measurements I agree with @Appfaff You'd need an XXXL for the flexibility you want, but it's going to be long on you, I think. Like it will most likely cover the buckle on your belt. If you're good with that then cool beans. XXL would be good over just one layer.

[Bluegrass]

@Brock I think the wabash vests are a bit shorter - you may want to look at those - and those are lighter weight for spring/summer and wearing with a tee shirt.  something to think about.

[Brock]

Thanks for the tips guys! I’m still on the fence but I really love this fabric!!

How much would the length shrink up if I hot soaked it? Not sure I could rock a vest that long.

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[Brock]

@Bluegrass:

@Brock I think the wabash vests are a bit shorter - you may want to look at those - and those are lighter weight for spring/summer and wearing with a tee shirt.  something to think about.

Thanks for the tip, ill check them out but I really want this fabric if I get a vest.. just scared I won’t like the length ‍️

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[Bluegrass]

For sure this fabric is the nuts… and you might be able to shrink it some.  I have the opposite problem, I'm always looking for MORE length!  Good luck.

[Brock]

[emoji1360] thanks Bluegrass

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[neph93]

@Bluegrass:

@Brock I think the wabash vests are a bit shorter - you may want to look at those - and those are lighter weight for spring/summer and wearing with a tee shirt.  something to think about.

They surely are. And pretty beautiful too.

Good to see you here @Bluegrass Has it been a while or is that just me?

[Bluegrass]

@neph93 I haven't been very active, just chiming in occasionally! Still enjoying the Forum tho!

[UnTucked]

[RoxRocks86]

I like the way you rock the pockets on that vest @UnTucked!!

[Max Power]

+1 and the evo is great

[Finkster]

[UnTucked]

Thanks all!

I wore it to Gosport for Christmas, and got a tiny tear in my eye shen @Giles said my vest has more evo than his… Finally I've done something right in my life!!!

[rocket]

haha…

[Bluegrass]

@UnTucked With the vast amount and variety of gear G has access to, I'm surprised anything has any evo!!!  Tho I know he still finds a way! But your vest is def, superb.