IHV-51-BRN - 12oz Duck N1 Deck Vest - Brown

[jimmer_5]

I just discovered this thread, apparently I'm a few months late. I grew up wearing a synthetic sherpa lined Levi's denim jacket for many winters, so the synthetic lining doesn't bother me at all. If anything, I find the alpaca lining in my N1 to be so warm that it limits how much I can wear it. We rarely get down below the 20s and 30s here in Oregon.

The depth of color you've achieved with this fabric is really something special, and I agree with others in saying that as cool as this vest is, I would get more use out of a Type 3, a Western shirt/CPO, or a sherpa lined Type 3 with the same fabric and lining. I bought the IHJ-526-SL, but sadly the fit didn't work out for me on that batch. This fabric on a sherpa lined jacket would be epic! Or a western CPO with a dark brown corduroy collar......

[DeeDee85]

@jimmer_5 agreed, this fabric in a Sherpa lined jacket would be nuts!

[Anesthetist]

This reminds me of one of my all time favorite IH vests, the Boa Vest. I am hoping this piece is long enough, sadly the Boa wasnt

[Jett129]

The more I look at the more I like it. Feel like it would definitely find a home in my current wardrobe,and get a lot of wear.

[datblonddood]

Definitely a gorgeous piece. I am hoping that it won't be too short, that's my only concern. I know that's common for vests of this type, and it could just be based on the model in the pictures on the IH site. Can't wait to see the measurements.

[neph93]

@datblonddood

The measurements won’t differ wildly from the other Iron Heart N1 vests, so that should give you a decent idea. I don’t feel like they are short at all, but it all depends on one’s build of course.

[americanathreads]

I’m in Tokyo on a Japan honeymoon trip and paid a visit to the Hachioji store on Friday. It was a great visit and loved chatting with the staff who were very helpful. I was really hoping this piece would be there by my visit… and it had arrived that morning. It’s beautiful - maybe a hair lighter (weight) than the images suggested, but a great piece.

I am an L in the N1 so I figured the same here. L was too snug to be used to layer, so the XL (larger of my L/XL range) is perfect. Going to be a super useful piece and is really great in person! Hope the sizing info can help you guys eyeing this piece.

Hotel room is too chaotic and small for a fit pic.

[will6er]

That brown fabric is great - I love the khaki Diet N1 but brown would edge it (if it existed).

[datblonddood]

@americanathreads Definitely a little jealous you got your hands on this already. Beautiful piece.

[Chibs]

Yea, I’m getting pumped for this.

[americanathreads]

@datblonddood yeah I got very, very lucky!

[Danimal506]

@americanathreads Awesome! My Mom was just in Tokyo as well. Please share some fit pics when you have the opportunity.

[Mister_Brue]

@Danimal506 You should have got her to snag you one.

[Danimal506]

@Mister_Brue I know right!? She’s on a cruise around Japan and on a limited schedule. Trust me, I asked if IH Japan would fit her schedule

[americanathreads]

@Danimal506 ask and you shall receive brother too late to send your mom in an uber to the store?

[CosmoSix5]

How's the "not wool" feel? That's been my hesitation with this one. Looks great! Is that an RGT Cruiser?

[Chibs]

Does the collar stay popped without using the top button?

[americanathreads]

@CosmoSix5 feels totally fine to me - it’s pretty soft. Doesn’t have any scratchy feel to it, and is somewhat lighter weight than it appears.

Yes it’s a cruiser! Getting some travel fades in

[americanathreads]

@Chibs will try remember to check for you later today.

[Chibs]

@americanathreads thx! That’s one feature I like about my oiled N1. Hopefully it carries over to this vest.