IH-777-XHS - 25oz Selvedge Denim Super Slim Tapered Jeans - Indigo
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Hi all, just received mine. I think it looks good? But man it was stiff and hard to put on. Putting it on made me sweat more than squatting 4 sets 8 295lbs. Do these look right to you. I have bigger quads so knee and thigh areas felt pretty tight. Also waist feel just right while bending and sitting was tough. It should soften up right? Or should I go with a different cut or size?
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They look very good to me. I’ve seen them worn a hell of a lot tighter than that. Hell, I’ve worn them a lot tighter than that.
I think a lot of folks feel that the XHS is tighter than it actually is because it is so unforgivong at first. The waist and thighs feel tighter because you notice them more than with lighter, softer denim.
They will soften with wear for sure, but it will take a while, so be prepared to «feel» them for a few weeks/months.
You should also know that they will shrink a bit with the first wash, unless you give them a good soak first. You shouldn’t worry though as they will stretch right out to where they are now, if not a little bigger.
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I think they look great. They definitely don't look too tight, even in the thigh area. They look comfortable.
If they don't feel comfortable, try not to worry. The hard XHS denim will soften in the weeks ahead and will become much more pliable. The waist will give an inch and other areas under stress (e.g. thighs, bum, etc) will also give a little.
Do some workouts in them and you'll be fine
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Anyone wearing the 777 with engineer boots? #s look like the hem will work but a little snug.
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Hi All,
It's been about a week. With daily wear, here's an update.
- after 2 days of sore fingers, now all buttons can be easily done
- waist has stretched out a bit. It was never a problem, but now it's a little bit more comfortable
- thighs and knees are still pretty tight, although much better. Still can't bend the knees say past 100 degrees
- the butt area still feels a bit tight when sitting down (although standing is now perfect). Now I think I need to get some nice underwear because sitting/crouching always reveal an inch of butt crack (I guess I don't mind)
General mobility wise, I can now do a full squat, not quite ass to grass, but definitely below parallel (thigh parallel to the floor). Sitting and working all day is no longer a problem. But I still can not crouch down fully to put on my boots (needed a chair, made me feel like an old man).
I really hope this stretching will persist for another 2-3 weeks.
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I’m also confused how a hot soak will help. It sounds like his are too tight in the top block - a hot soak will make it tighter, surely?
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Anyone wearing the 777 with engineer boots? #s look like the hem will work but a little snug.
This only just works but I’ve worn them like this hope this helps.
It is totally doable, although the height and build of the boot shaft may play a role.
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Hi Guys,
I’m new to this forum! I’m Jeff and i’m a nerd when it comes to dry denim, then my first heavyweight denim is a fact! It’s a 777 in the 25OZ! The details and the craftsmanship is for real! Love it! But a bit in doubt for the size! Can you review this fit pics for me? Thanks in advance and more IH products will find it’s way to my closet!
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The fit looks good to me right now, but they will shrink when you wash them (which you should do sooner rather than later), so how do they feel in the waist and the thighs? If those areas don’t feel tight right now, you should be good. Mind you, once you’ve soaked/washed them they will be a nightmare to button up, but this is normal. And it takes quite a bit of wear to really break them in, but a day or two of wear will get you past the worst of it.
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The fit looks good to me right now, but they will shrink when you wash them (which you should do sooner rather than later), so how do they feel in the waist and the thighs? If those areas don’t feel tight right now, you should be good. Mind you, once you’ve soaked/washed them they will be a nightmare to button up, but this is normal. And it takes quite a bit of wear to really break them in, but a day or two of wear will get you past the worst of it.
Thanks mate! I must say they soften up a little bit after a day of wear! I not soaked it and doubt if i will do right now.. a guy i know didn’t do it and wear it everyday day for 4 months and then soaked them. What is the win for me to soak? Thanks again!
