IHSW-69L-OLV - 14oz Ultra Heavyweight Loopwheel Cotton Crew Neck Sweat - Olive
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Are these at all stretchy? Trying to wrap my head around the sizing. I’m always an XXL in the western UHF, but shirts like the 11oz “t-shirt”, I’m ok with XL.
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@Raster
If it helps I am a XXL all day in UHF and with this and other recently released (the last two years or so) IH cut and sewn (hoodies and zip ups) I am an XLI went with a XL in this as well.
I would consider 14oz to be far more resilient in terms of keeping its shape than your average cotton knit sweatshirt, but you can definitely get some stretch if you work it. If you want to maximize the stretch you can always do a cold soak and put on and stretch or pull in specific areas.
The sleeves here are shorter than the hoodies and zip ups I’ve gotten in the past, so I am half anticipating I’ll need to get them wet and give them a good tugging.
I’d avoid any hot wash and/or machine dry as you may promote any unwanted shrinkage or undo any stretching you have done.
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It will stretch a little, beware the tighter it fits the more it will stretch
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Thanks guys! Now to decide on black or olive…
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There’s no olive hoodie so get the olive… and a black hoodie.
I almost got a black hoodie recently but then @AdamC reminded me there won’t be any more yellow but there will always be black. It was the right choice. I always try to err on the side of “special.”
Been kicking myself for not getting the Mustard hoodie! This is sage advice and a lesson learned.
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Oh wow. What a great color. It would look great under my black military serge shirt.
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@Raster a bit of sizing context…I'm ~6'2 205 lbs for reference. I usually buy XXL IH tops.
In the hoody, the XXL is quite baggy. Sleeves come down to about 2 inches from the ends of my fingers (completely cover palms). Sometimes I fold the cuffs in half to correct this. Plenty of room for layering in all dimensions over all but the thickest of undergarments. Works fine as an outer layer but honestly would probably prefer one size down to XL for mid-layer applications.
In this crewneck, the XXL is ~TTS for a trim fit. Sleeve length is spot on. There is a bit of room in the chest. Could stand layers there, but they would get annoying in the arms/shoulders if thick. A t-shirt under is just right.
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Thanks very much - I think these sizing stories and comparisons to other Iron Heart pieces are super useful. I know I always spend some time looking back through the thread on anything I’m interested in picking up. Measurements are of course useful, but if you don’t own something from that “style” yet, having context from other people is really useful. Thanks guys!
Sounds like I’m about the same size as you @68degreesorless - I actually ended up ordering the Olive in XXL on the weekend and it should arrive tomorrow. I figured that if it ended up being a bit “baggy”, I’d be OK with that. However, based on your experience, it could well be spot on!
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So, to add an epilogue to my sizing adventure, I received the XXL and it’s great. A bit more relaxed fitting than my XXL UHF western shirts or the XL 11oz heavy tees that I have, but still a trim fit. It’s a bit long in the body, but it’s super comfortable. The fabric is just slightly stretchy too, which is nice. Good choice and a great pickup. Thanks everyone for your advice!
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This wasn’t on my radar, but @Pipeboss713 that look goes hard, bro!
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I've come to believe @Pipeboss713 is on some type of IH subscription service.
Anytime anything new comes out, dude is posting a pic wearing the item. Literally EVERY SINGLE TIME.
The boys at IH have his sizes and CC on file and simply send it out…lol
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Damn, this thing looks even better than I already thought it would.
Great fit @Pipeboss713
Looks badass with that necklace -
@Pipeboss713 Love that with the chain!
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that thick collar makes the shirt pop 200% more. damn i want this one
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thanks for all sizing advice offered thus far. Specifically, would XXL lend itself to going over a button down collar shirt, or are the sleeves too narrow? thanks in advance for any help...
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The sleeves are slim for sure, especially up at the wrist which are I believe are meant to be tight to keep out wind… I’d say this is much more of a base layer than an over layer. T-shirt underneath at most, imho. Feels really nice against the skin without though. Super comfy.
