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    IH-888-XHSib - 25oz Selvedge Denim Medium/High Rise Tapered Cut Jeans - Ind/blk

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    • worn2fadeW
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      @kojimastreets said in IH-888-XHSib - 25oz Selvedge Denim Medium/High Rise Tapered Cut Jeans - Ind/blk:

      @Sunnergren 193 I think! (6'4" in freedom units)

      Makes sense why you don’t hem 😂

      I’m 5’11 and my true inseam is about 29-30”

      IG: @Worn2Fade
      IIY5: 888-XHS

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      • SunnergrenS
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        As I said before. This is my first experience with IH and heavy selvedge denim. Almost looks fake these pics standing by themselves 😂

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        First wear today, holy smokes they are stiff.

        How would you guys say they fit?
        For reference I’m 188, 90kg and this is tag 35.

        Thanks!

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        I know that I shall meet my fate, somewhere among the clouds above; Those that I fight I do not hate, those that I guard I do not love.

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        • Denimhead 0D
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          @Sunnergren Looks good, they should soften up after some good use. 👍

          IG - gratefuldenimhead (jeans and boots), Norseamerican (bicycles)

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            dwils
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            @Sunnergren Look pretty sweet to me!

            Has me a little worried cuz I got a 35 as well and let's just say I don't have quite the same physique ... 🤞🏻

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            • SunnergrenS
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              @dwils thank you kindly!

              I will say that I have extra room in the waist, and also around the top block. Pressure for me right now are my hip-bones.
              I think the extra room is to my benefit with 25 oz. Will probably wear a belt further down the road.
              Everyone is different in all measurements and it is my understanding that they slowly forms to the body. I hope they will fit you well!

              I know that I shall meet my fate, somewhere among the clouds above; Those that I fight I do not hate, those that I guard I do not love.

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              • kojimastreetsK
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                @Sunnergren look great

                IG: kojimastreets

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                  Hi! These jeans looks awesome! I know they’ve just been restocked and I missed out. I’m wondering how many times they’re being restocked. Yearly or once every 2 years ore more often. Does anybody know? Thanks!

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                    • JamesBJ
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                      Hi @Arvid, We try to get restocks in as quickly as we can. We recently restocked the 888-XHSib, so I assume these won't be restocked again soon. I would say a good few months until these are back. Please keep an eye on this thread for any further updates and register for the restock notifications.

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                        dwils
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                        Ok. These are W35 and currently measure 35”. My ideal is a 36” zone. Currently a bit too tight in the waist but I like the fit otherwise. If they weren’t XHS I’d prob be Ok with them stretching into a good place.

                        But based on all the knowledge shared here my understanding is these are going to shrink to a 34” ish waist when soaked and then could stretch back out to the 35”. I think I really need the W36 which would shrink to the 35 and back out to 36. Is that the right way to think about this?

                        It does confirm I LOVE the denim and the weight and the cut 👍🏻

                        All input appreciated!

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                        • todyT
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                          @dwils i'd be tempted to give them a try. i can see where they cut a little too deep into the waist, but XHS can be stretched out a tad more than the 'before' measurements.

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                            dwils
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                            @tody thanks for input - it is very tempting. It doesn’t cut quite as much as it looks. Never had this weight before.

                            I know some people would wear em a bit and then soak but seems wise to give these 25ers a solid hot soak before I can really how they’re going to shape up, right?

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                            • Tago MagoT
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                              @dwils from the product page:

                              Sanforized but Unwashed

                              • Sanforization is a post-weave mechanical process which removes most potential shrinkage from a fabric before garment construction
                              • However, unlike most of our jeans, we have not washed the completed garment in an industrial washing machine, so some shrinkage remains
                              • When washed following our care guidelines, expect approximately 1" shrinkage in the waist and inseam. All other dimensions will shrink proportionately to the waist

                              General recommendation is a soak and a gentle wash before wearing them.

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                                jglatz
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                                Has anyone soaked once but find they did not get the shrinkage they are looking for, so then soaked for a round 2?

                                I think I can get a little more shrinkage in the waist - but they are now 90% dry and would have to go through the soak process again.

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                                  samo
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                                  @jglatz I soaked mine and wore them a couple days and then cold washed them and got more shrinkage. they were much better after the wash.

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                                  • Tago MagoT
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                                    @jglatz just soaking will not get you maximum shrinkage. This happens through agitation. @Giles has explained this a little here. Please also keep in mind that exerting pressure will lead the denim to stretch again

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                                      dwils
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                                      @Tago-Mago thanks for all the helpful info. And patience as I (we) try to sort this out. I know it’s been covered a lot here and in other threads.

                                      Sorry everyone if this has been well covered but what exactly is the risk or downside of not getting full shrinkage for this denim? Do they wear oddly? Is it bad for the denim long term? Do fades risk shifting around? Can it come back to haunt me later?

                                      Not saying I’ll do this (I really probably need a 36) but what if all I ever did with these was cold/warm rinse with light agitation and a little soap from time to time for the lifetime of the pair? (Unless of course they get super gross or spilled on or something similar).

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                                      • worn2fadeW
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                                        @dwils these look great on you man. I’d say to size up if you definitely need the space in the waist, if not - stick to the 35. It fits you awesome in all places, and though the waist will come in after the soak/wash, you will get that space back without a doubt. Now if they are too tight in other places such as the thigh, sizing up is definitely necessary but from what it looks like, this appears to be your true size.

                                        IG: @Worn2Fade
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                                          did anyone find the leather patch lightens up and dries out a bit post soak/ dry?

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                                          • kojimastreetsK
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                                            @jglatz I treat my leather patch with conditioner after every wash

                                            IG: kojimastreets

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