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    • AlexA
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      I should have also said that this is probably true:
      @neph93:

      I assume I can trust H-san to nix any possibility of this tapering nonsense…

      EDIT: I should point out that all previous cargos have had a very slight taper (0.4ish") to avoid them looking flaired.
      I was just trying to make the point that the main request on a taper was, in fact, as strong a taper as the 777 cut.

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      • mclaincauseyM
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        As a motorcycle brand, I'd think a taper on cargos makes sense for IH, if not even a way of cinching the leg holes closed to block air and inhibit flapping when riding.

        I love the cut of the swedish Serge cargos and wouldn't change it too much. Even the lady likes them, and she scoffs at all things cargo as "dad pants."

        Love the ripstop idea.

        Think it, be it.

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        • neph93N
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          @Alex:

          EDIT: I should point out that all previous cargos have had a very slight taper (0.4ish") to avoid them looking flaired.

          Anything else would be silly. It’s relative of course, the 634 cut has taper, but you wouldn’t call them «tapered jeans» for that. Obviously, my personal preference is the cut as it was on the last few iterations.

          As far as a 777 or 888 taper goes I think that would be considered «on point» as the kids say, and I can’t see that being Haraki-san’s concern. He seems to like his military gear to stay traditional in cut, with the biker tweeks being highly practical (pocket openings, snaps etc).

          «Stevie Heighway on the wing!
          We had dreams, and songs to sing…»

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          • spitfiredealerS
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            Correct me if I am wrong but didn't cargos sell slow? Plus no interest from retailers? Perhaps this is because of the wider cut previous versions had. A more modern cut like the 888 might sell better. I for one would instantly cop a pair but if they were like previously versions I wouldn't.

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              @spitfiredealer:

              I for one would instantly cop a pair but if they were like previously versions I wouldn't.

              QFT

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              • UnTuckedU
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                I'm possibly just a duck fanatic (I am, BTW), but every time I wear my IHSH-189 I can't help but imagine how sexy a CPO version would be…

                Also, resurrect the IHV-03, IHV-04 (GR, and a new SBG version), and the IHV-05.

                In search of:
                IHV-04, med.
                IHSH-185, large
                IHSH-186, large (khaki, and green)

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                • JoreJ
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                  Make from a denim 21oz nice bag with leather grips and leather floor. Print the motive of motorcycle pistons.

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                  • Max PowerM
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                    Regarding the taper: I was not looking for a heavy taper, but the discussion that led to the birth of the 633 & 888 was, that in sizes above 34 the hem gets super wide on straight cuts like the 634 or the cargoes, while the Silhouette of the wearer doesn't require that. That's why the cargoes look ace on the small japanese guys, but like huge baggy Pants on westerners with size 34+.

                    A hem of 8,5" in size 36 would be my ideal measurement (instead of 9,5"), so they would not drag on the floor and rub at the legs while walking. But that said, I'd also get them if they were the old cut. But when you do a rerun, it could be cool to add a Little Twist.

                    BTW, I'm not a fan of ripstop at all, maybe because it reminds me to much of Carhartt.

                    @elclintor:

                    > I don't care what people say.. The Max Power way is the right way…

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                    • neph93N
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                      @Max:

                      Regarding the taper: I was not looking for a heavy taper, but the discussion that led to the birth of the 633 & 888 was, that in sizes above 34 the hem gets super wide on straight cuts like the 634 or the cargoes, while the Silhouette of the wearer doesn't require that.

                      That actually hadn't occurred to me, probably because I always have mine full length and do about three full rolls. In that respect a taper might not make much difference to me… A good point, well made.

                      «Stevie Heighway on the wing!
                      We had dreams, and songs to sing…»

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                      • organisysO
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                        @Jore:

                        Make from a denim 21oz nice bag with leather grips and leather floor. Print the motive of motorcycle pistons.

                        In SBG or 21 OD, oh and with black leather  😎

                        Pride of Japan :-)

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                        • mclaincauseyM
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                          Max makes me think of an interesting general principle, and perhaps this already occurs in some fashion: diff'rent strokes for diff'rent folks: progressive tapering within the same "cut" as measurements go up to account for the flaring effect of larger pants. Straight at small sizes, more and more tapered at larger ones, in recognition of the fact that ankles don't necessarily scale as dramatically as waists across bodies.

                          Duck makes me think of Carhartt, in fact it is far more associated in my mind with them than ripstop, where ripstop is more of a military thing to me. But I don't hate Carhartt either. I definitely understand it's not for everyone, but it's a good way to ruggedize a light fabric.

                          Think it, be it.

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                          • DrBabyhorseD
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                            @spitfiredealer:

                            Correct me if I am wrong but didn't cargos sell slow? Plus no interest from retailers? Perhaps this is because of the wider cut previous versions had. A more modern cut like the 888 might sell better. I for one would instantly cop a pair but if they were like previously versions I wouldn't.

                            That or because it’s not the 90’s anymore. I should probably put all of my comments regarding cargos in the unpopular opinions  thread. [emoji41]

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                            • manufc10M
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                              Your comments regarding cargos might not be that unpopular  😉

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                                Not sure if the topic has been brought up but I'd like to see some leather suspenders

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                                • UnTuckedU
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                                  Keychain bottle openers…..

                                  Brass, or by GA

                                  In search of:
                                  IHV-04, med.
                                  IHSH-185, large
                                  IHSH-186, large (khaki, and green)

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                                  • Jordonf9J
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                                    More vintage denim! The 18oz is my favorite and the 16oz is one of my top favs. Let's get some more vintage denim combos!

                                    Another double indigo duck as well!

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                                    • FinksterF
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                                      @UnTucked:

                                      Keychain bottle openers…..

                                      +1  for an IH-Bottle opener

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                                      • mclaincauseyM
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                                        Love it. Maybe it hangs from a belt/loop

                                        Think it, be it.

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                                        • tvenutoT
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                                          I know I implied this in the other thread, but please do that upcoming madras in a work pattern too. Maybe with a single picked like the indigo herringbone?

                                          #workshirtsneedlovetoo

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                                          • mclaincauseyM
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                                            I'd love for said work shirt to come in short sleeves too. Madras in short sleeves makes a lot of sense to me and most of mine historically have been that way fwiw.

                                            As well, a natural short sleeved loopwheeled Henley, and because it wouldn't be a McLain request without it, a run of them dipped in indigo. Also perhaps a gray Heather version and/or whatever solid colors. Fiancee bought be a washed gray one and I immediately thought Haraki would kill something like that and it would look boss standalone or as an undershirt you could vent by unbuttoning a skosh. Maybe it has a chest pocket with a W. Maybe it had a label on the hem.

                                            Think it, be it.

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