IH-634S - 21oz Selvedge Denim Straight Cut Jeans - Indigo

CCMedic

Would like some advice on the fit. My waist measures 37 inches exactly. 634S 21 Oz Tag 36 says is 36 inch waist and Tag 38 is 38 inch, so after some measurements I decided to go with 38.

Here is how they fit on me (see images below), I notice the waist a bit lose but with a belt it's going to be ok. Right now the fit seems good. From those who own these do these stretch out significantly with wear? If Tag 36 is truly 2 inches smaller, I suspect I would not button them up.

Thoughts?

sabergirl

How do the thighs feel?

21oz. Denim will easily stretch over 1” in the waist, especially if put under any stress (aka being a little too tight). I think they look fine as is, not too baggy, but I expect you’ll be happier with a 36. These will stretch out a little more and might end up feeling too big.

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henry_david

I second @sabergirl's wisdom on this one, @CCMedic

Jett129

The other option is asking IHUK if they might have a size 36 that's bigger,or a size 38 that's smaller.

henry_david

@Jett129:

The other option is asking IHUK if they might have a size 36 that's bigger,or a size 38 that's smaller.

CCMedic

@sabergirl:

How do the thighs feel?

21oz. Denim will easily stretch over 1” in the waist, especially if put under any stress (aka being a little too tight). I think they look fine as is, not too baggy, but I expect you’ll be happier with a 36. These will stretch out a little more and might end up feeling too big.

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The thighs actually feel snug but the waist is lose. For all my clothes I tend to order bigger waist so the thighs would fit, after years of squats in the gym this is normal for me. Only thing has me concerned is how much will it stretch. If it's 1 inch, Id stay with 38. If it's more like 2, I think I may need to get a 36.

CCMedic

@Jett129:

The other option is asking IHUK if they might have a size 36 that's bigger,or a size 38 that's smaller.

I have, but all sold out unfortunately with the sale. If the waist expansion is 1 inch or so i'll probably just keep these.

@henry_david:

I second @sabergirl's wisdom on this one, @CCMedic

I may go to Self Edge to see if they have any 36 in stock and try them on for comparison. To be honest, I am happy with the current size. The stretching is what has me concerned.

sabergirl

21oz has been known to stretch more than 1” when it has to. If the thighs already feel tight, I say go for it. Worst that happens they will be the most comfy pair of Baggy pants you’ve ever had!

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Jett129

One possible good thing is that you won't have to worry about shrinkage,and can wash and dry any way you want,as they'll stretch back out again.

CCMedic

@sabergirl:

21oz has been known to stretch more than 1” when it has to. If the thighs already feel tight, I say go for it. Worst that happens they will be the most comfy pair of Baggy pants you’ve ever had!

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@Jett129:

One possible good thing is that you won't have to worry about shrinkage,and can wash and dry any way you want,as they'll stretch back out again.

Thanks for all your responses really appreciate it! I'll go to Self Edge store to see if they 36 for comparison, if not I'll just hem and keep the 38.

NickT

CCMedic, no way, I got the last 634 in 38 waist and it's measured at 37.2 ???

MrSmith

Hi everyone, this is my first post and my first pair of Iron Hearts. I was hoping someone could tell me if the circled area in my pic is a flaw or just a weaving inconsistency?

neph93

@MrSmith it certainly doesn’t look like a flaw. The weft/warp pattern is consistent and there doesn’t seem to be anything torn, frayed or out of place.

It may be a product of the weaving process, but given the proximity to the hem and the fact that it looks parallel to the hem, I believe it may be a result of the hammering that the leg opening takes prior to chainstitching. This would be entirely normal. Alternatively, if you have cuffed the jeans that would also create such an effect.

Have they been hemmed, and if so, who by? Also, is anything visible on the face of the fabric?

MrSmith

@neph93:

@MrSmith it certainly doesn’t look like a flaw. The weft/warp pattern is consistent and there doesn’t seem to be anything torn, frayed or out of place.

It may be a product of the weaving process, but given the proximity to the hem and the fact that it looks parallel to the hem, I believe it may be a result of the hammering that the leg opening takes prior to chainstitching. This would be entirely normal. Alternatively, if you have cuffed the jeans that would also create such an effect.

Have they been hemmed, and if so, who by? Also, is anything visible on the face of the fabric?

@neph93 I have them cuffed, a decent double cuff (or a big cuff and then another cuff over that, I'm not sure what that is called), so the spot is actually about 6" up the leg. I haven't worn them yet so it is definitely not from wear. Also, they have not been hemmed, they are the original length. There is nothing visible on the face which is why I wasn't sure what this was.

I actually may return these as I was on the fence with this pair anyway (I have other pairs in similar weights). I was going to go with a pair of XHS during the sale…but I waited too long debating.