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IHSB-WJ - Iron Heart x Simmons Bilt Dark Brown Blattwerk Work Jacket

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    Gammaman
    Raw and Unwashed
    Joined: 30 May 2014

    I love the smell texture and the fact that this jacket has it’s own personality…the insect bites and scars on the arm. If you want a leather jacket to wear get this one. If you want a leather jacket to stay in your wardrobe don’t. It’s really difficult to capture its beauty with a phone camera.

    last edited by 16 Feb 2021, 21:01 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 1
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      neph93
      見習いボス
      Joined: 18 Aug 2014

      I love the look of this leather but I can never work out if this a style of jacket that I would like.

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

      • Virginia Woolf
      last edited by 16 Feb 2021, 22:09 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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        Gammaman
        Raw and Unwashed
        Joined: 30 May 2014

        This is an all rounder I have a tight fitting cafe racer and another motorcycle leather jacket but seem grab and wear this one the most because it’s so comfortable. It’s a little bit too big on me but that’s where I can layer it up remember leather jackets aren’t the warmest things in winter. I’ve also had people shout across the pub saying nice leather jacket mate.

        last edited by 17 Feb 2021, 09:13 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 1
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          Alex
          IHUK Crew
          Joined: 28 Sept 2009

          RESTOCK

          last edited by 8 Apr 2021, 09:49 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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            Raisinoux
            Raw and Unwashed
            Joined: 10 Jul 2021

            @Sam:

            Wanted to get involved with this thing!

            Do you remember which size you were wearing for these photos ?

            Master of the dark farts !!!
            Insta : Raisinoux

            last edited by 17 Jul 2021, 15:01 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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              Alex
              IHUK Crew
              Joined: 28 Sept 2009

              Sam is almost certainly wearing the large sample in the photos

              last edited by 17 Jul 2021, 15:15 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                Giles
                IHUK Crew
                Joined: 22 Sept 2009

                Sam no longer works for us, but I am guess L

                "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

                last edited by 17 Jul 2021, 15:17 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                  TeflonDon
                  Joined: 22 Nov 2020

                  I really like this jacket, but I worry that it may be too short. I’d feel a lot more confident buying it if it were just at couple of centimeters longer.

                  And I wonder a bit about sizing. Looking at the numbers it seems a bit wide compared to most other IH leather jackets, but I can see Giles wearing his usual size, and that looks great. I have an IH western shirt in size XXXL, which fits fine, would I likely be ok by going for an XXL in this?

                  Finally, how does the leather compare to the IHJ-54? Based on forum posts I have the impression that this leather is softer and lighter, and that it’ll fade with little contrast being veg tanned. How durable is it? I’ll just be wearing it casually, but saw somewhere that veg tanned leathers shouldn’t be worn in rain, is there something about that?

                  I realize that I may just have to take the chance and order it - I just prefer to avoid the hassle of having to return it…

                  last edited by 24 Jul 2021, 21:33 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                    Chesson
                    Joined: 18 Mar 2019

                    Adam wears large

                    Johnny wears large

                    Ben wears medium

                    Graham wears large

                    You can view staff vitals here.

                    IG: @alexchesson_

                    last edited by 23 Jun 2022, 14:21 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 1
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                      Chesson
                      Joined: 18 Mar 2019

                      RESTOCK

                      IG: @alexchesson_

                      last edited by 23 Jun 2022, 14:22 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                        Giles
                        IHUK Crew
                        Joined: 22 Sept 2009

                        I have to say, from the other side of the world, Adam looks buff…

                        "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

                        last edited by 23 Jun 2022, 15:02 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                          motojobobo
                          啓蒙家
                          Joined: 22 Aug 2015

                          This is one of my favorite leather jackets. The olive-tanned leather has a wonderful texture and non-glossy look. Used to also have a wonderful smell but that is long gone.
                          However, in the VERY humid climate where I live, this leather is a magnet for mold! I have to take extra care with it and clean/brush it way more often than my other IH leather jacket (IHJ-35, Self Edge version) and another very thin goat leather jacket.
                          Wonder whether anyone else experienced anything similar?
                          The pic below tries to show the dull, grayish color in the most commonly mold-infested areas. Along the zippers (circled in yellow). Also occurs on the hem of the sleeves.

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                          The journey is the objective.

                          last edited by 27 Jul 2023, 14:33 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 1
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                            Giles
                            IHUK Crew
                            Joined: 22 Sept 2009

                            It's likely the very natural tanning process. I'd be tempted to Obenauf or Mustang paste it....

                            "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

                            last edited by 27 Jul 2023, 14:42 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 1
                            • MizmazzleM
                              Mizmazzle
                              見習いボス
                              Joined: 29 Jun 2021

                              What a gorgeous jacket. Im curious for anyone with some horse hide expertise...how does this Blattwerk leather compare to a more traditional HH tannage? I know it is super soft and pliable. What I love about traditional HH is how the arm creases form those molded rolls and it really shapes to your body over time. Does this Blattwerk behave that way? Seems so soft that it would probably just kinda have a smooth consistent drape. How does it handle getting wet? Seems high humidity may cause some mold issues. I live in a very dry climate so no worry, I suppose. Guess I'm curious if Blattwerk is as rugged and heavy feeling etc.

                              @DrBabyhorse @hairydangler @Gammaman

                              In the easy chair with my boots on, melted whiskey in my hand. Could'na been asleep for more than three hours...time to go to work again...

                              last edited by Mizmazzle 27 Jul 2023, 16:48 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 1
                              • TwistlockT
                                Twistlock
                                啓蒙家
                                Joined: 31 Dec 2015

                                Damn, this thing is nice! Too hot to wear now, can't wait for cooler temps. Thanks @Ross and @Bailey for getting the return/exchange sorted. Bummer couldn't make it to the party to chat with you guys.

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                                last edited by 10 Sept 2023, 09:26 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 4
                                • SourPowerS
                                  SourPower
                                  Haraki san Expert
                                  Joined: 10 Mar 2024

                                  Very stoked on this piece, my first leather jacket. Fitment is dialed. Leather is supple and luxurious with an incredible aroma.

                                  I normally wear a XXXL in UHF/Westerns, and sized down to a XXL for what I feel is the perfect drape.

                                  Thanks again @coldcashandcolderhearts!

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                                  Excess In Moderation

                                  last edited by 30 Apr 2024, 17:26 MizmazzleM 1 Reply Last reply 30 Apr 2024, 17:52 Reply Quote 9
                                  • MizmazzleM
                                    Mizmazzle
                                    見習いボス
                                    @SourPower
                                    Joined: 29 Jun 2021

                                    @SourPower holy shit man!! Dialed!!! Throw those new boots in the mix and you’re a stone cold killa!!!

                                    In the easy chair with my boots on, melted whiskey in my hand. Could'na been asleep for more than three hours...time to go to work again...

                                    last edited by 30 Apr 2024, 17:52 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 1
                                    • TransporterT
                                      Transporter
                                      Raw and Unwashed
                                      Joined: 18 Jan 2024

                                      Had this sweet leather for a bit in a hot and dry location. A soft and unique leather (and smell!) for sure. Fit is terrific, looks great, forms well to your body. Even with the internal storm cuffs, easy to wear your watches with. I was initially unsure how I would like those storm cuffs, turns out they are quite good and helps keep your honeycomb sleeves when wearing.

                                      The leather gets dry a lot faster than the chrome-tanned, like my J-64. I just oiled it with Obenauf's oil (not the paste), and the leather sucks the oil up so quickly. Wow! Superb results with that oil in case you guys are thinking about how to treat this leather.

                                      last edited by Transporter 27 Jul 2024, 20:23 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                        motojobobo
                                        啓蒙家
                                        Joined: 22 Aug 2015

                                        Nice tip on the Obenauf oil , thanks. 👍🏼👍🏼

                                        The journey is the objective.

                                        last edited by 27 Jul 2024, 20:31 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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