Random questions to which you seek an answer
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@popvulture @goosehd @Oaktavia appreciate all the suggestions, taken on board and will let you know how I get on.. when I was younger I went for the cheapest jeans I could find and to be honest they did far outlast the workwear branded jogging bottoms I’ve been using. Guess I ended up a sucker for comfort in my old age
I’m definitely going to keep an eye out for some cheaper Carharrt ducks 
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@DeeDee85 Just a heads up that you can find Carhartt's pretty cheap at farmer supply type stores (or at least you can here). Kind of hit and miss if you can find your size though...
"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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@DeeDee85 you could look into some of the entry level higher end brands too, like Bravestar and Iron and Resin. Both make workwear double knee type pants in an “approachable” price range while still being good quality.
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Hey,
Can I get some help re sizing, please?
TLDR:
I tried a pair of 888 36 and they were too big by an inch in the waist
I tried a pair of 888 34 and I couldn’t button them up. They were also tight everywhere else (self edge didn’t have a 35)
Are the 634 in a size 34 a good idea?My info:
Thighs: ~25
Waist: ~34.5 (I don’t own a perfect fitting pair of pants)
Height: 6’4
Weight: 95KG/210IB
Build: leanNote on thighs* I usually lift. But, I had knee surgery a few months ago. I’ve since lost some size in the legs and expect to add it back on over the next 6 months.
I think a good bet is a 34/34.5 waist (to stretch an inch) with a ~13+ thigh in a straight fit.
I tried the full count 1103 (15oz) in a 34 and they fit snug in the waist, just right in the thigh, but felt tight in the crotch. They measure ~ 11.75 front rise and 13 upper thigh.
I recently took a somewhat misinformed punt on a pair of Samurai S510XX 36 (now for sale) with the following measurements per the iron heart measuring guide:
Waist laid flat: 18
Front rise: 12
Back rise: 17
Thigh 13.75
Knee: 9.5
Hem: 8.5They’re over an inch too big in the waist. I can wear them high on my hips but then I’m constantly pushing them down and conscious of the faff.
An 888 size 36 has a front rise ~12.5 and back rise of 16.9. A 34 634 has a 11 front rise, 15.5 rear, and a slightly smaller thigh at 13.3. Given my height, thigh and waist will this model and size be too small?
Some other questions, please:
How much will the rise area loosen, stretch and mould?How much will the thigh stretch? I’ve read contrasting answers. Some say they won’t stretch, others say they have gotten 1/2 an inch.
Should I talk directly to iron heart to see if I can get a 634, size 34, with a slightly longer rise and bigger thigh, if possible? (Having seen that thing suggested here a few times)
Are there any models I have overlooked considering the above?
Thanks
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The strech depends on the fabric you choose. If you go for the 21oz flagship you will get 1 to 1.5 inches. I think a tag 34 in the 634 cut should do you right. The thigh will give 0.5 if you need it in stretch. The samurais you posted look like how a tag 36 will fit like.
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@twotouches the best way to go is to contact the guys at IHUK they’re the best in finding the right size for you! But a denim you vmcan’t button is a no go it will never fit and will be a waste of money imo. Good to have you here and i’ll hope IHUK will find the right pair for you!
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@twotouches Yes, please email the shop: shop@ironheart.co.uk for your sizing questions.
They will be able to answer all of your questions and direct your decisions.
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Thanks for the heads up everyone. I have emailed customer service. Will report back!
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@DeeDee85 if you know this already just ignore me, but some of the Carhartt stuff you see on fashion oriented sites is probably the Carhartt WIP imprint, which is like their fancy version that probably hardly ever worn while doing any kind of hard labor
Ngl tho some of that stuff is very cool, just wouldn’t wanna be framing a house while wearing it.
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@popvulture Duly noted, but I did have a rough idea, my wife loves the WIP stuff and yeah I haven’t been tempted to borrow any of hers for work just yet
there’s a few farming/construction based UK sites that stock a few duck pieces and the cheaper hoodies etc so looking good.. appreciate the heads up again too 
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@DeeDee85 IMO, the farming/construction websites/shops are one of the best balances for functional and cheap out there for workwear clothing.
One area I would not skimp on is boots. I have found cheap shoes/boots absolutely brutal on my back/feet/knees and will not compromise.
No problem throwing out a pair or $40/50 dollar jeans but will always spend more on a pair of boots so that I can walk comfortably at the end of a gruelling day.
"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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@goosehd amen to that — I feel like these days I'm always remembering those times when my mom used to look at my Vans/Cons and say "you'll really regret taking care of your feet as you get older!" I always scoffed at it... shouldn't have, haha.
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@goosehd 100% agree with you with the boots, I made that mistake as a young man too @popvulture I don’t skimp on my daughters footwear at 3 years old to try and drill it into her that she needs to take care of her feet in the future (annoyingly she only ever wants to wear wellies though)
Luckily as I’m under full contract employment we have an allowance for boots and can take a pair on my employers account at Arco every six months or so, he draws the line at pants though. My team usually go for Uvex boots, they also make safety eyewear and sunglasses etc.. they are by no means a good looking boot but have great anti slip/oil resistant sole/ankle support and great grip on a pitched roof which is the main thing we need obviously. Sorry for the rambling post.. -
Does anyone know if the IH CWU-45 jacket has a product page. I can’t seem to find anything other than a few fit pics from @denimhead
Im trying to see if I’d need a M or L. There are a couple on eBay I’m looking at but no mention of sizing.
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@Matt Is that the jacket you're looking at?
https://www.ironheart.co.uk/forum/topic/4185/2015-fall-winter-pipeline/301?_=1707857491486
Can't find any more info on it though, not even through archive.org and the old extinct section. -
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@Matt cool! Then the next part begins how to smuggle it in the house
