IHM-37-GRN - Oiled Whipcord N1 Deck Jacket - Army Green
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So, went an a hunt the last few weeks compare the RMC N-1, the Buzz Rickson's N-1, and this bad boy in XL and XXL (from Fountainhead NY). And definitely came away with the (as expected) realization that the IH oiled N-1 is indeed the best for me. Just more substantial, and the oversized collar just looks great.
Definitely was the right choice swapping up to an XXL for this (from my old L in the old olive drab). The XL also might have worked, but I could tell it was still going to just be a bit too snug when layering. Just got tired of not being able to wear over a sweater comfortably, and wanted a bit longer of a body length. Maybe not the way everyone wants it, but I wanted more of the Paul Newman N-1 fit, which this is a little closer to now. I just like the fuller fit on this. I'm definitely happy this new model shortened the sleeves a bit, makes this work for me.
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Looks comfortable rydor and love the Newman pic.
I have the Olive N-1 from last year -- is that the one you had in L?
I wear XL in IH shirts and the Oive N-1 in XL is a nice, roomy fit. And, yes, that collar is fantastic.
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@JohnM Yup, the olive from 2022 actually but same pattern. I’m switching to XXL in flannels too for a much roomier fit that can be wash/dried for 20 years without ever worrying about shrinkage.
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Makes sense re no fuss sizing. Preference on the N-1 color, Olive vs Army Green?
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@JohnM Nah. They are virtually indistinguishable. And as an oiled cotton, you have to assume the colors on both will evolve.
Much more important I think the new pattern is more versatile.
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rydor, by 'new pattern' do you mean shorter sleeves? Any other changes you noticed?
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@JohnM Yeah, it's like 1-1.5" shorter in the sleeves across the board. The 29.3" XXL sleeves on the ODG would never have worked for me.
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^ Got it. I don't have long arms, but am OK with the longish sleeves on my Olive N-1 in XL from late 2023.
I wonder if the sizing gets tweaked a little each year (not just this year, but in the past). I remember trying on a Large in 2022 and the arms were very long relative to the rest of the jacket. I figured the IH N-1 just didn't work for me. But a year later (October 2023), I tried on an Olive XL and it was perfect. I was fortunate to have a store nearby (Self Edge) to try one one. Measurements are key, but a little tricky with a bulky item like this.
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Just got this in today - perfect timing to test out in this 17 degree weather. I held off on getting an N1 the past few seasons because I felt the sleeve length measurements didn't really work out for me, but this year I think it was spot on. Super happy with the fit. Wearing with a henly/flannel layer and no issues. Love this thing, and the color in person is so good. Also,shout outs Ironshop Provisions, you guys rock.
For reference, this is a size S - I'm about 5'7" ~145lbs give or take.
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@jaasonmg Great fit indeed, enjoy it!
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I think I'm going to pull the trigger on this one tonight. I think I could get away with both the Small and Medium but going to go with a Small which I tried on below with a thermal and heavy flannel and I don't I should be needing much more layering underneath it for general UK weather. I'm 5"7 and 162lbs more or less.
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@m4xime Looks spot on if you ask me.
(I also have my doubts that you're weighing in at 162 kgs!
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@JunkPants Haha good catch, just edited it! Took me a while to do the conversion!
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Well it's arrived and I'm keeping it! Love it, apologies for the crap picture
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It is normal that the zipper is difficult to close from the bottom. I have to try a couple of times to close the zipper.
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@SashaDBZ Most of the difficulties you have may be down to technique. I find that since the zipper is two way (zips both up and down) that if the bottom zipper isn't fully seated, then it is hard to zip up. Once you get in the habit of making sure the bottom zipper is fully in the down position, then it get's much easier to zip the jacket.
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Hey guys,
Just ordered a size medium of this jacket from Self Edge and beginning to think I should have ordered a size large.
I have a 39" chest but broad shoulders.The modified type 3 I have is a large and fits perfect. It's measurements are:
Shoulder: 18.5
Chest: 22.0
Sleeve 25.7
Waist 20.0
Length: 25.4What do you guys think?
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@Chibs my N1 is the same size as my type iii’s so maybe you should have gone with a large? Saying that, a few forum guys do size down an N1 to wear fitted over a t-shirt so you may still be good
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@DeeDee85 said in IHM-37-GRN - Oiled Whipcord N1 Deck Jacket - Army Green:
@Chibs my N1 is the same size as my type iii’s so maybe you should have gone with a large? Saying that, a few forum guys do size down an N1 to wear fitted over a t-shirt so you may still be good
just depends what look you are after.Okay, so I called 2 self Edge locations. One in NY and one in San Fransisco. Both gentlemen I spoke with pretty much agreed with you and said I goofed ordering medium.
So I emailed and got em to send me their last size large instead! I think that's what they're sending.
Hopefully it fits. So tough buying online and not direct from iron heart. Very excited though!! I didn't want to wait a year for IH to get stock back in. It's -10° C right now and I just want my new N1 life to begin now!! haha
