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    cityofdelusion
    @ZackB
    Joined: 1 Jun 2018

    @ZackB No worries, glad I can be of help since there isn't any information available out there, if anything, on this particular model.

    I found a fit check post of mine from 2019 in the IHJ-69 thread. Below is a comparison of the IHJ-69 (right) vs. Double Helix Western Pioneer P Horsehide Suede Jacket (left) - but keep in mind that the body proportions differ between the two photos:

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    last edited by cityofdelusion 23 Jan 2025, 15:43 Z 1 Reply Last reply 23 Jan 2025, 15:44 Reply Quote 1
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      ZackB
      Haraki san Student
      @cityofdelusion
      Joined: 3 Jul 2024

      @cityofdelusion I definitely see the more box I was of it like you were saying. But you’re happy going with the same size?

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        cityofdelusion
        @ZackB
        Joined: 1 Jun 2018

        @ZackB Yep, I'm glad I went for this size, but I would have preferred a slightly longer front length unlike many who like their type III jackets on the short side. If I went for a smaller size than this on the Double Helix jacket, it would be too tight in the chest, shoulder, naval and opening areas. And if I went for a size larger than this, most noticeably the sleeve length would be too long and possibly also the chest area would be too big (= buttons will be closer to button holes when the jacket is worn unbuttoned, if that makes sense).

        Also keep in mind that I almost always go for tag size "S" on the IH type III jackets which translates to size "36", and I went for tag size "38" on the Double Helix jacket which is at the larger end of tag size S, or at the smaller end of tag size M as far as I know. But when buying anything Iron Heart, I never go by tag size anyway and always go by measurements. So comparing tag sizes between the two brands and their products wouldn't yield any reliable and satisfactory results or make any sense.

        Also, with Double Helix, a) you may not be able to find a size chart at all on your chosen retailer's product page, b) if you do, they may not/probably won't be as accurate as IH measures, and c) if you decide to blindly trust the size chart on Double Helix's own product page, the actual jacket you receive might end up being smaller than what they state in their size chart as was for example in my case - but in my case, luckily to my advantage.

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          ZackB
          Haraki san Student
          @cityofdelusion
          Joined: 3 Jul 2024

          @cityofdelusion yeah I was looking on double helix”s website and the measurements are dramatically different than Redcast heritage, almost a full size. Appreciate the help.

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            Bern
            Raw and Unwashed
            @cityofdelusion
            Joined: 18 May 2020

            @cityofdelusion great information. Much appreciated. I actually have been eyeing The Shop Vancouver pioneer black type 3 and put a 42 in my cart this afternoon after reading your posts only for it to sell out this evening when I got home. Might be something I kick myself in the ass for not pulling the trigger on sooner. That inner pocket and brushed buttons were it, man

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              cityofdelusion
              Joined: 1 Jun 2018

              Placed a custom order for another jacket after buying the above jacket. Can't. Wait. To be continued.

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                cityofdelusion
                Joined: 1 Jun 2018

                It's here - my custom order 1.0-1.1mm Single Legend (Cafe Racer) Jacket:

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                Words aren't enough right now, to describe how thrilled I am with how my custom jacket turned out to be... So I will come back to this thread when I have the right words to describe how amazing this jacket is... 🙂

                Note: The size is NOT custom - it's a stock size 38. The only custom changes are hardware and leather related.

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                  ZackB
                  Haraki san Student
                  @cityofdelusion
                  Joined: 3 Jul 2024

                  @cityofdelusion holy shit that is amazing and an absolutely spot on fit to me. Interested in your thoughts once you find the words

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                    DeeDee85
                    啓蒙家
                    @cityofdelusion
                    Joined: 5 Jun 2023

                    @cityofdelusion that is an amazing jacket!

                    last edited by 27 Mar 2025, 19:54 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 1
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                      rthoward
                      Raw and Unwashed
                      @endo
                      Joined: 4 Apr 2025

                      @endo what’s your chest size? I’m ordering the same jacket and am deciding between a 44 and 46. My chest measures 44”.

                      last edited by 4 Apr 2025, 12:32 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                        Kasi
                        見習いボス
                        Joined: 9 Oct 2014

                        Devil in the details double rider

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                        The world's insane
                        While you drink champagne
                        And I'm livin' in black rain 4Q 🖕

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                          BalticBob
                          Raw and Unwashed
                          @Kasi
                          Joined: 5 Apr 2024

                          @Kasi This is the Deviant, right? What are your thoughts on it now that you‘ve had it a little while? I‘m really interested in this one; I love how it‘s simplified compared to the normal D pocket jackets. How does this 40 fit compared to the 40 in the double rider from the flat head?

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                            Kasi
                            見習いボス
                            Joined: 9 Oct 2014

                            @BalticBob

                            Yes it Deviant fit kind of same. Tiny bit bigger in the chest.

                            Like both flat head double is my favourite 1

                            The world's insane
                            While you drink champagne
                            And I'm livin' in black rain 4Q 🖕

                            last edited by Kasi 5 Nov 2025, 21:06 13 days ago 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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