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    Iron Heart Fall/Winter 2025 Live Reveal - Thursday 12th of June at 1700BST

    Loopwheeled Sweatshirts

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    • Paul9221P
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      Looking sharp!

      I have a few of the Real McCoy sweaters, they're wonderful!

      Blanket-line all the things!!!

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      • den1mheadD
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        I've got a Merz b. Schwanen inbound, fit pic to follow once it's arrived. Having long arms I find a lot of the Japanese offerings are too short in the arms for me but I'm hopeful the Merz will be fine. More to come . . .

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        • neph93N
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          @den1mhead:

          I've got a Merz b. Schwanen inbound, fit pic to follow once it's arrived. Having long arms I find a lot of the Japanese offerings are too short in the arms for me but I'm hopeful the Merz will be fine. More to come . . .

          I’ll be interested to hear what you think. I like the look of their heavier garments, but have had mixed experiences with their tees.

          “Some of those that work forces
          Are the same that burn crosses”

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          • AppfaffA
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            @den1mhead:

            I've got a Merz b. Schwanen inbound, fit pic to follow once it's arrived.

            I have the Merz - be sure to gently soak it first, they do shrink considerably - but a warm iron with steam does bring the shape back to life!

            Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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            • den1mheadD
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              @Appfaff:

              @den1mhead:

              I've got a Merz b. Schwanen inbound, fit pic to follow once it's arrived.

              I have the Merz - be sure to gently soak it first, they do shrink considerably - but a warm iron with steam does bring the shape back to life!
              Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

              Cheers @Appfaff  👍

              @neph93:

              I’ll be interested to hear what you think. I like the look of their heavier garments, but have had mixed experiences with their tees.

              Will keep you posted @neph93

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              • henry_davidH
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                Yeah, I have long arms as well, @den1mhead. Updates most welcome!

                Sorry to hear that, @neph93 – I also had some issues with the shirts. I bought much larger than I usually wear to guard against getting an accidental belly tee after a wash or two. It happened anyway…

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                • neph93N
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                  @goosehd I have about six different tops from them. Some henleys and long armed tees. For the most part I’m happy with them, but the way they differentiate their fabric qualities is unclear, their retailers have no idea about that either, so knowing what you are getting is impossible.

                  In addition, their sizing is all over the place. I have two long armed tees from the same season in the same style, where the L is much bigger than the XL. Sizing between different styles is a nightmare too. It got so silly I don’t bother anymore.

                  “Some of those that work forces
                  Are the same that burn crosses”

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                  • goosehdG
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                    @neph93 ?? Mis tagged…

                    "I don't give a shit what anyone else is doing, we will do what is best for us and our customers" - Giles P. :)

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                    • henry_davidH
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                      @neph93:

                      @goosehd I have about six different tops from them. Some henleys and long armed tees. For the most part I’m happy with them, but the way they differentiate their fabric qualities is unclear, their retailers have no idea about that either, so knowing what you are getting is impossible.

                      In addition, their sizing is all over the place. I have two long armed tees from the same season in the same style, where the L is much bigger than the XL. Sizing between different styles is a nightmare too. It got so silly I don’t bother anymore.

                      @neph93 – And this is why I stick with brands like IH or The Real McCoy's. I have enough on my plate without also needing to sort out wtf kinda fabric is being used and how that will effect fit lol.  😃

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                      • J-IVJ
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                        Theres just so much options for Loopwheeled / Loopwheeled-like material floating around nowadays that it gets kind of overwhelming.
                        Been meaning to try out the Real McCoy's sweatshirts, so a trip to S&S might be in order in April (though not sure how it'll be sizing as it is all still non-contact at the moment)

                        I'm as ugly as you

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                        • henry_davidH
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                          @J-IV – Well, I bought both of mine online from S&S and Mari & co. were super helpful with sizing. I snagged a Large in the 9oz raglan crew and an XL in the zip hoodie (but would prob also take a Large if not for having ordered an XL and digging the oversized nature of the fit). The chat feature on the site helps a LOT. I'd been p skeptical of Real McCoy's, but sorta sold now. Quality is nice and build is as well. Details are great.

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                          • J-IVJ
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                            Thanks for the info @henry_david . As with most of us here, I don't tend to deviate away from IH goods, but the Real McCoy's have always piqued my interest with their sweaters / sweats.

                            My surprise for this year is Warehouse. I have a Warehouse thermal which I wore a lot and the tee which I can already anticipate a lot of wear for this coming season.

                            I'm as ugly as you

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                            • henry_davidH
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                              Yeah, that's me in a nutshell, too. Most all of my high qual stuff is IH. Buying these was my first major departure and I did so with some trepidation. Ah yes, Warehouse… I hear really good things, @J-IV.

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                              • neph93N
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                                @goosehd:

                                @neph93 ?? Mis tagged…

                                No, not at all! I felt you specifically needed to know my thoughts on this issue, despite not being a part of this conversation.

                                (Yeah, sorry. No idea what happened [emoji23])

                                “Some of those that work forces
                                Are the same that burn crosses”

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                                • goosehdG
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                                  @neph93 The super spooky part was that I was looking at the Merz t-shirts this morning and couldn’t figure out when or how I tagged you.

                                  It was all part of the article that G’ posted and the collective consciousness.

                                  "I don't give a shit what anyone else is doing, we will do what is best for us and our customers" - Giles P. :)

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                                  • den1mheadD
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                                    Really happy with the Merz b. Schwanen sweatshirt in terms of quality & fit and the arm length is superb as I can wear the sleeve with the cuff folded over  🙂

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                                    • popvultureP
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                                      @henry_david i have that same RMC zip hoodie from S&S (gah a lot of my money goes to Mari & Co), and it really fucking rules. So your crew is unbrushed loops on the inside? Curious about one of those now — I really like both textures.

                                      And yep RMC shit is ace. I have a heavyweight flannel of theirs that I loooove, and wanna pick up some more. (It’s the green buffalo check one on S&S).

                                      Lastly, mildly diff vibe but 3sixteen’s heavyweight hoodies are great, too. Nice interior fuzziness similar to, although a little less than RMC.

                                      WTB
                                      IHSH-IHG-BLK XXL
                                      Sugar Cane Coke Stripe SS L charcoal

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                                      • henry_davidH
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                                        @den1mhead – That things looks comfy af. How'd you size with Merz? And how much shrinkage did you encounter?

                                        @popvulture – Yeah, the 9oz raglan crew is great. I was just down in L.A. for the weekend and appreciated having something for the mild mornings/evenings that wasn't too warm. Not as lux feeling as the zip that we have (ugh the best).

                                        Is that the 8 Hour Union sub branded shirt? Looks cozy af.

                                        I'm gonna need to look into those. Might save me from my planned next purchase: the loopwheeled pullover hoodie from RMC thru S&S  😃

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                                        • popvultureP
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                                          @henry_david yep that's the one! It's very comfy indeed, thick and warm but nicely not too bulky or anything. Reminds me of a Filson vintage flannel but just a little heavier and softer.

                                          Oh and you've definitely got me eyeing that crew now 😃

                                          Forgot to mention I have a Nudie crew that I've been wearing for several years and really love it. It's grey but kind of a twinge oatmeal, really nice color. Not as wild comfy as the RMC stuff but nonetheless great.

                                          WTB
                                          IHSH-IHG-BLK XXL
                                          Sugar Cane Coke Stripe SS L charcoal

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                                          • den1mheadD
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                                            This ^ Strike Gold hoodie is a favourite of both mine and the Mrs which means that I don't always get to wear it 🙂

                                            @henry_david yes the Merz feels great on. I went for a size 5/M but as yet I haven't soaked it. I noted @Appfaff's advice regarding shrinkage and the 5/M can easily accommodate this and still fit me well in the arms.

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