IH-526L - 19oz Left-Hand Twill Selvedge Denim Type III - Indigo

[Nostradamion]

@Luijim78 Hey, if you don't mind me asking, how long did it take for your lefty to start showing fades like that? I recently bought the Self Edge / Iron Heart OD collaboration as well as the 526LOD, and I'm trying really hard not to purchase the indigo 526L, but I've wanted one for awhile and the whole FOMO thing is real. The 526LOD is amazing and is a keeper but I'm still really intrigued with the indigo 526L. Really like the electric blue pops on yours.

[Luijim78]

@Nostradamion It didn't take long, I wore it for 3 months almost every day but the fades appeared after a couple of weeks, if you can get it, I also got the 19oz collaboration with Self Edge indigo but the Lefty was and remains the jacket with my favorite fabric

[Luijim78]

@Nostradamion If it can be useful, here are three comparison photos between the Lefty, the Lefty OD and the 19oz Self Edge (worn only once)

[Luijim78]

@Chibs between the two, the 21oz Self Edge collaboration is more similar to the Lefty, the 19oz indigo Lefty fabric is definitely the crispiest I own, perhaps only the 16oz non-selvedge black fabric comes a little closer in terms of stiffness and initial crispness.

[selbstzweck]

Just picked mine up from Self Edge. I knew it would be insanely stiff but really can’t believe how gnarly this fabric is. It’s sweltering here right now; can’t wait for temps to drop and to put some wear on this.

[Luke_is_back]

@Luijim78 Thanks for info

Im x-large in 21 oz IH-526PJ, do you recommend large in Lefty?

[Luijim78]

@Luke_is_back Of course, as the guys on the team and the forum suggest, it's imperative to check the measurements in the tables, watch the videos on shrinkage. My size is generally an XS or S in IH jackets. The Lefty is a few cm longer than the 21oz in the same size, probably to "resist" shrinkage after the initial soaking. I have an S and on Friday I bought an XS because I've started wearing my pants less loosely and I no longer need much more length than I did a few years ago. As for the other sizes, the 21oz and the Lefty are quite similar, although, in my opinion, the sleeves of the 21oz are wider. I read that many recommend going up a size, but as usual, it depends a lot on you. If I'm not mistaken, non-pre-washed and non-sanforized jeans were once advertised as garments that could adapt to the body perfectly depending on how they were soaked and agitated. Sorry if I was long-winded but it's very difficult to give advice on size, it's really very subjective and subject to several variables

[goosehd]

@Luijim78 Damn good answer!!! Thank you

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[Nostradamion]

@Luijim78 Thanks much for your detailed info as well as the comparison pictures. When I was looking at the sizing between the OD Lefty and the Indigo Lefty, it almost looks like I should go with a size smaller in the Indigo, as even with shrinkage, it's still going to be a bit too big. Unfortunately, the smaller size in the Indigo is sold out, so I waited too long to jump on it. Not the end of the world given I have the LOD, but I've always wanted an Indigo Lefty as well. Think I will sell the Self Edge / Iron Heart collaboration jacket so I have the funds available if the Indigo Lefty becomes available at one of Iron Heart's retail partners.

Anyway, thanks again @Luijim78 for your help!!

[MassiveThighs]

Man I’m torn between an xl or xxl.

I have:
526pj in XXL
526Lod in XXL (fits smaller than the 526pj)
526jSLBod in XXL (fits similar to Lod)

Never had an XL but the measurements should shrink down to the Lod and SLBod that I have.

This is my 526pj:

And 526Lod:

[goosehd]

@MassiveThighs I know you have had difficulty in the past picking out jackets, but you seem to know what you like and should go with the size that you think will work.

[MassiveThighs]

@goosehd

I think both sizes should work out. XXL be slightly roomier while an XL will look more fitted. I kinda want to wear this lefty all season long so maybe I’ll go with the XXL for room to layer.

[goosehd]

@MassiveThighs Sounds like a plan and you should go for it.

[MassiveThighs]

@goosehd

Ordering now, will come back for a fit pic.

[Nick]

@V-P As confirmed, it’s raw. We’ll make sure to include this and any relatable details with future images shared

[Luke_is_back]

@Luijim78 Thanks for info

[UnripeTitanium]

On Friday, I proudly told my girlfriend that I had been sensible and that I didn’t need a Type III at the moment, and therefore hadn’t ordered one.

Fast forward three days: I contacted Iron Heart about sizing … and placed the order.

Resistance is futile. I’m weak. But I’m genuinely excited about the jacket and can’t wait to break it i

[V-P]

Here’s mine. It’s fire.

Pre wash:

During wash (40 degrees C soak + 30 degree gentle wash, no spin):

Post wash (with 19L 777’s):

Measurements pre/post wash size M (cm):
Shoulders 47.4/45.5
Length 66.5/63.5
Chest 56/55
Waist 50.4/49
Opening 51/48.5
Sleeve 66.7/63.5
Sleeve opening 13.5/11.5

Measurements pre/post wash size M (inches):
Shoulders: 18.7 / 17.9
Length: 26.2 / 25.0
Chest: 22.0 / 21.7
Waist: 19.8 / 19.3
Opening: 20.1 / 19.1
Sleeve: 26.3 / 25.0
Sleeve opening: 5.3 / 4.5

[Luke_is_back]

@V-P Lefty suit you now.