IHSH-218-BLK - 12oz Selvedge Denim Western Shirt "The Johnny Cash III" - Superblack

[jerkules]

Decided to try to shrink my XL Johnny Cash III. I’ve had it for a year, but it’s always been slightly big. Obviously this is a generalisation, but I’m often between sizes in IH shirts; usually an L would provide ideal chest/opening measurements, but I need the shoulder/length/sleeve dimensions of an XL. When in doubt, I err on the side of caution and grab an XL.

I’d previously achieved a tiny bit of shrinkage washing at 40C @ 400RPM, but it didn’t tighten up as much as I wanted. I decided to wash it at 60C, 400RPM. I hang dried and got impatient to wear it, so once it was almost dry I stuck it in the tumble drier for 30 minutes. Thought I’d record the shrinkage in case it could help others. Just to reiterate, the before measurements aren’t from new but are after a 40C wash. I’d recommend anyone trying to shrink this shirt to attempt it in steps, gradually increasing temp until you achieve the desired fit.

Before // After
Shoulders: 18.9 // 18.5
Chest:      23.1 // 22.6
Waist:      22.5 // 21.5
Opening:  22.7 // 22.0
Length:    30.2 // 29.7
Sleeve:    26.3 // 25.5

Shirt is now perfect for me. Worth noting is that the process has faded the shirt quite a bit. I’ll try to take some photos later. But if you want the shirt to remain jet black then don’t try to replicate this!

[jerkules]

Here’s how it looks

[Nik]

Looks great @jerkules

[SKT]

@jerkules Some really useful information here…plus shirt looks awesome!  Thanks for posting. (I’m thinking about doing this as well)

[jerkules]

Thanks guys.

@SKT should’ve added, I’m pretty sure the majority of the fading was a result of the tumble drying. The shirt was only slightly damp when I chucked it in, and was looking pretty dark still. I’d recommend going easy on the drying, perhaps doing it in increments, because only 30 minutes made a big different to the level of fading.

Another plus is that it’s softened the denim up considerably.

[SKT]

I’ll go incrementally as you suggested.

[Bagman]

Any chance these could be pre-ordered.

[neph93]

@Bagman:

Any chance these could be pre-ordered.

No pre-orders I’m afraid. But when they restock they will do so in numbers. Fill out a restock notification request to stay ahead of the game.

[Jett129]

@Bagman:

Any chance these could be pre-ordered.

Depending on what size you need there are still some of the IHSH-295BB in stock,,which is similar to the Johnny Cash,except for a slightly heavier 14OZ denim. Wearing mine right now and love it.

[Oaktavia]

@Jett129:

@Bagman:

Any chance these could be pre-ordered.

Depending on what size you need there are still some of the IHSH-295BB in stock,,which is similar to the Johnny Cash,except for a slightly heavier 14OZ denim. Wearing mine right now and love it.

Can confirm it's an awesome shirt I wear my 295bb all the time.

[AdamJ]

these are coming back v soon

[AdamJ]

RESTOCKING AT 1600GMT ON FRIDAY 2ND DECEMBER

[Nittpics]

Great news! Christmas came early. Will there be a snap choice at checkout?

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[Alex]

Yep

[the246guy]

Is @Iron Heart Germany also restocking this?

[Shane B]

Sure, we will get the Johnny Cash shirt too.

[JoshC]

Sizing Chart is Updated on Page 1. The length is the most notable change.

[Steve]

RESTOCK

[Raster]

Ohhh man. Yes! I’ve been waiting for this. Team XXL checking in!

Added a Good Art snap too… can’t wait.

[Nittpics]

When ordering the 218 and you get to checkout, it gives you the option for snap upgrade, this pics shows the black upgrade choice. Is this upgrade any different
from the standard issue snap on this shirt? Looks the same to me. Can someone tell me the difference?

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