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

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    • T
      TeflonDon
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      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…

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      • ChessonC
        Chesson
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        Adam wears large

        Johnny wears large

        Ben wears medium

        Graham wears large

        You can view staff vitals here.

        IG: @alexchesson_

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        • ChessonC
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          RESTOCK

          IG: @alexchesson_

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          • GilesG
            Giles
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            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

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            • motojoboboM
              motojobobo
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              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.

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              • GilesG
                Giles
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                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

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                • MizmazzleM
                  Mizmazzle
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                  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...

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                  • TwistlockT
                    Twistlock
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                    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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                    • SourPowerS
                      SourPower
                      Haraki san Expert
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                      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

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                      • MizmazzleM
                        Mizmazzle
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                        @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...

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                        • TransporterT
                          Transporter
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                          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.

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                          • motojoboboM
                            motojobobo
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                            Nice tip on the Obenauf oil , thanks. 👍🏼👍🏼

                            The journey is the objective.

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