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IH-666S-21 - 21oz Selvedge Denim Slim Straight Cut Jeans - Indigo

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    j3butch1
    Raw and Unwashed
    Joined: 8 Apr 2025

    Hello. I have around 25 wears on my first pair of IH, first pair of Selvedge denim ever! I went w the 666s-21 that I picked up from Rivet & Hide while on holiday in London. While I do love them I'm finding the crotch area to be constricting especially when I squat down to pick something up or get into and out of my car etc. while it's not a deal breaker I will admit it deters me from wearing them as often as I'd like.
    So..do I just need to suck it up and continue to beat them into submission or is this just life for my future w these jeans.
    I'm considering a lighter weight for the summer months as my second pair..should I consider a different cut? Like the 888?
    I appreciate some feedback on the fit based on pictures and the communities knowledge.
    Lastly, I have not washed these yet.
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    last edited by goosehd 9 days from now 8 Apr 2025, 15:34 G T J 3 Replies Last reply 8 Apr 2025, 15:58 Reply Quote 4
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      goosehd
      Mod Squad
      @j3butch1
      Joined: 8 Apr 2016

      @j3butch1 This is a tough one for me as I think the fit looks good, but am torn about you saying they are constricting. The 21oz are some of the easiest pairs of denim to break in and are pretty soft when new. They will get softer with wear, but if you're not comfortable in them, you won't wear them.

      You could try a different cut, just keep wearing them as they soften to see if they become more comfortable for you, or try both a different cut/denim.

      If you are having difficulty with the 21oz, you definitely need to stay away from some of the other denim weights such as 25oz., 19oz. lefties, etc.

      The 16oz slubby denim is in my opinion the easiest pair of Iron Heart denim to break in and wear.

      Hoping some of the other guys will chime in with their thoughts.

      "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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        tody
        啓蒙家
        @j3butch1
        Joined: 24 Feb 2021

        @j3butch1 what do you carry in your front pockets? pictures look like you have stuff in there, also going by the fades which are already visible. that may add to feeling restricted.

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          j3butch1
          Raw and Unwashed
          @tody
          Joined: 8 Apr 2025

          @tody small pocket knife on the right & money clip on the left. I don't believe that's the issue but I really appreciate you taking a look!

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            pechelman
            啓蒙家
            Joined: 24 Jan 2022

            Was going to suggest/ask the same thing as tody above. Other than a pocket knife removing everything from pockets can be a big help.

            Also I've had some limited success with going a size up in 666 to fit a bit like something half way to a 634 with a higher rise. At 25 days you'll have probably stretched these to where they'll settle. Know that they can tighten back up depending on how you wash and dry in case it's really snug now.

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              JunkPants
              Haraki san Student
              @j3butch1
              Joined: 20 Nov 2022

              @j3butch1 I know what you mean regarding the 666. In my experience sizing up in the 666 is one way around it, or going with a different cut. Personally I typically prefer the 777 or 555, neither of which feel constricting in my experience. (Keep in mind body shapes vary wildly. Looking at the pictures I'd say we're not that far off though).

              You could go for the 888, but personally I find that cut to be a little too generous in the thigh/crotch/rear area. (I sold a pair of 888-XHS for that reason). 777 or 555 seem to be just right for me, or the 634 if you want a straighter/less tapered fit.

              As always, hard to make recommendations when we all vary in both body shape and how we like our jeans to fit/feel.

              last edited by JunkPants 9 days from now 8 Apr 2025, 18:22 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                j3butch1
                Raw and Unwashed
                @goosehd
                Joined: 8 Apr 2025

                @goosehd thx for the reply. I'm good w the weight of them but simple tasks like getting on my towny bike are about impossible in these! I'm thinking I need to try 888's or something w a higher rise and more room in the mid section.

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                  Davids_denim
                  Haraki san Student
                  Joined: 8 Feb 2023

                  5 months! First wash will come at the end of the month.

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                  IG : Davids_Denim

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                    SKT
                    見習いボス
                    @Davids_denim
                    Joined: 26 Aug 2019

                    @Davids_denim man I love the fades you have going here. Proves how awesome the 21 OG fades when you put the time in. I have a pair of these that have been my “clean” pair but seeing yours makes me want to put them in the proper rotation. Keep us posted after you wash

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                      Davids_denim
                      Haraki san Student
                      Joined: 8 Feb 2023

                      Thanks! I absolutely will do.

                      IG : Davids_Denim

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                        thevintagefuture
                        Raw and Unwashed
                        @Graham
                        Joined: 19 Mar 2025

                        @Graham any chance these might get restocked again this year? If the fit is similar to the 14oz version, I believe I'm looking for a size 34

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                          NickD
                          Raw and Unwashed
                          @thevintagefuture
                          Joined: 17 Nov 2024

                          @thevintagefuture re. the fit, I have these in 21oz ib, and 14oz and I take the same size in both.

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                            Graham
                            IHUK Crew
                            @thevintagefuture
                            Joined: 8 May 2014

                            @thevintagefuture

                            We have put the 21oz indigo in the core cuts into production, however to soon into the process to have a rough time frame but fingers crossed it will be by the end of the year.

                            @gmac_ironheart
                            🤘

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                              thevintagefuture
                              Raw and Unwashed
                              @Graham
                              Joined: 19 Mar 2025

                              @Graham thank you!

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                                thevintagefuture
                                Raw and Unwashed
                                @NickD
                                Joined: 19 Mar 2025

                                @NickD thank you, I appreciate that help!

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                                  Davids_denim
                                  Haraki san Student
                                  Joined: 8 Feb 2023

                                  As promised, post 1st wash at 6 months
                                  The combs didn’t snap back into place on that 1 leg otherwise all good and she’s a beaut
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                                    thevintagefuture
                                    Raw and Unwashed
                                    @Davids_denim
                                    Joined: 19 Mar 2025

                                    @Davids_denim heck yeah! They're STUNNING

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                                      Davids_denim
                                      Haraki san Student
                                      Joined: 8 Feb 2023

                                      Another month down and the crotch has exploded lol.
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                                      IG : Davids_Denim

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                                      • OaktaviaO
                                        Oaktavia
                                        見習いボス
                                        Joined: 12 Jun 2019

                                        Damn they look so good though dude! Gonna get that crotch looked at? Ahem...

                                        IG: electricindigowizard

                                        "Possibly splitting hairs, but I consider @Oaktavia to be the beardy, dank High Magus of this denim game…" @neph93

                                        WTB: IHJ-32 - XL/XXL

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                                          Davids_denim
                                          Haraki san Student
                                          @Oaktavia
                                          Joined: 8 Feb 2023

                                          @Oaktavia Thanks man, the shades of indigo the 21oz produces is so good especially when you let it go with out a wash for a while. Yeah, I’ll send them back to IH for repair in Aug for sure.

                                          IG : Davids_Denim

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