IH-666-XHS - 25oz Selvedge Denim Slim Straight Cut Jeans - Indigo
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Kasi !!
Did I hear you right?
Mr.555 himself says the Devil's cut is more comfy?
Thats some high praise coming from you
Looking very stealthy man
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I think I’m finally gonna get around to picking up my first pair of XHS (which I will very likely just wear around the house until the Texas summer has passed ;D).
The sizing looks perfect for me but I’ll definitely wanna get em hemmed — has everyone experienced the 1” shrink in length, regardless of temp? I always wash cold — would that yield any less?
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I didn’t make you listen how did you hear
lolI wrote it… you read it
Anyway
My math for me
777 size up 2, that my fit.. gives me similar fit to 666 but waist is high like 555
555 size up 1, that my fit. high rises, wearing them for to long am bored of this fit.
666 no size up true to size birth of the 25oz born the cool James Deen fit.. the waist and medium
rise is bang on feel comfortable..Now my conclusion, I will wear 555, 777, 666
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I only hot wash if I’m deliberately trying to shrink something. Cold wash still yields some shrink, I’m guessing especially with these since they’re unwashed. In the end, all I’m really debating is whether to hem em at 34 or 34.5, so it’s really probably pretty negligible any way I slice it.
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(Waist on these is perfect for me, not worried about the shrink there)
And they look great in you, @Kasi — killer fit!
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Thanks for the positive feedback @popvulture
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You bet, man!
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I only hot wash if I’m deliberately trying to shrink something. Cold wash still yields some shrink, I’m guessing especially with these since they’re unwashed. In the end, all I’m really debating is whether to hem em at 34 or 34.5, so it’s really probably pretty negligible any way I slice it.
I’m of the opinion that removing all shrinkage is the way to go, the answer to your hemming question is go shorter.
I have had three pairs of XHS and none of them have had the full inch of shrinkage in the inseam after hot soaks and trips through the machine.
If you do ever take the shrinkage out of the waist it will stretch back to OG measurements and possibly a little more. Just as an FYI.
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@neph93 cool, man! That's very helpful. And it's funny, I've found that sort of thing too — I've only really done hot soaks with new pairs of unsanforized jeans, but in none of the cases have they shrank as much as estimated by the seller/brand. Usually about half estimated.
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I've only really done hot soaks with new pairs of unsanforized jeans, but in none of the cases have they shrank as much as estimated by the seller/brand. Usually about half estimated.
Given how water temps, agitation from individual machines, and folks thinking they are doing one thing while actually doing another all create variable outcomes I think brands have to cover their butts and use liberal estimates to be on the safe side.
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Makes sense. I just wash all mine in the tub now — my washer really sucks. It's got a sensing mechanism that just won't work right on a single-item load, so I just gave up on it for jeans and do mine all by hand. Ends up being better in the long run, more control.
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Well, these are definitely the most hardcore jeans I’ve ever owned! Been a little busy with house stuff so just got a chance to finally give em a hot soak yesterday. They appeared to shrink quite a bit but tried them on the morning and they were actually fine — a little snug but showed signs of stretching back out fairly quickly. They’re still damp though!
Seriousky dense fabric. Also insanely crispy — I’ve never had a pair of jeans that would stand up on their own quite so easily.Anyway, I’m stoked! Gonna let em fry all the way and put some Obenauf’s on the patch. Will post some pics — tbh I think these fit better than any others I’ve had. A little tight now but will likely stretch to perfect
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Just grabbed a pair of these yesterday. I kind of wanted the 777's more but there was none in stock in my size. I think these may end up just as slim though. I sized down and it looks like the measurements may be comparable. Ill find out soon enough. They look great and im sure Ill like them regardless.
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I can’t believe I haven’t had the 666 cut yet. I think it’s the only cut I haven’t owned. These are perfect. Like everyone says, they are slim but still fit great over boots. I love my 21oz 555’s but they are basically summer jeans for me because I only wear my birks with them (I personally don’t like the look of that slim of jean on boots/shoes. Or maybe I just don’t like the look on me). Better late then never!
