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    Nik
    Raw and Unwashed
    Joined: 12 Nov 2020

    Electric @endo

    last edited by 7 Dec 2022, 13:30 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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      endo
      見習いボス
      Joined: 29 May 2020

      still a bit chilly here for just a type 3, but with the 22 it works.  🙂

      si tacuisses

      last edited by 3 Feb 2023, 16:57 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 1
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        Anesthetist
        見習いボス
        Joined: 14 May 2011

        Nicely done!

        Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

        IG: bluehandsslim

        last edited by 4 Feb 2023, 12:45 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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          DrPat
          Iron Heart Deity
          Joined: 9 Oct 2009

          I love that blue color. I was able to personally see TJ’s jacket in Gosport and the only thing comparable is that indigo IH horsehide vest that made an appearance at the party several years ago.

          The only issue I had with the double helix jacket was that the length was pretty short.

          [mention]endo [/mention] were you able to import it into Germany without getting slammed by customs?

          last edited by 4 Feb 2023, 20:09 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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            Daniel San
            見習いボス
            Joined: 2 May 2020

            Good question DrPat , guess it was a desaster 😬

            last edited by 5 Feb 2023, 06:58 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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              endo
              見習いボス
              Joined: 29 May 2020

              @Daniel:

              guess it was a desaster 😬

              not really, all solved by the deliverer, import taxes 116€ for me

              si tacuisses

              last edited by 5 Feb 2023, 12:08 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                sweetlou
                Haraki san Student
                Joined: 20 Feb 2023

                HI Gents - Love the look of that jacket! I’m about to jump into the leather jacket world and really like the denim style versions by either Fine Creek, Y2 or Double Helix. I was curious about sizing though in a leather jacket. I’m a slim guy around 5’11” but weight 140. I typically wear an S in everything without it being snug, but I’ve never purchased a leather jacket before so I’m hoping to get your advice. I know leather doesn’t typically drape so something big can just look ill fitting. I took my measurements and they are
                Chest: 36” around my body
                Shoulder: 17” across
                Back 22.5”
                Sleeve: 24”
                Waist: 32” around my body

                I measured a type 2 style waxed jacket I have from Freenote cloth that has a thin blanket lining. I like the fit of it, but that being said, it is waxed cotton, and not tight. I’m not sure how the fit would translate into leather. It’s measurements are:
                Chest: 20”
                Shoulder: 17.25”
                Back: 23.5”
                Waist: 18.5”

                The measurements seem to match up to a size 38, but maybe it would be too boxy in leather? I’m worried if I get the torso correct the sleeves and back will be too short?

                Thanks for any helpful insights…unfortunately I don’t have access to a store to try these jackets on in.

                last edited by 25 Feb 2023, 15:41 T 1 Reply Last reply 26 Feb 2023, 02:16 Reply Quote 0
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                  teddyjay
                  Raw and Unwashed
                  @sweetlou
                  Joined: 19 Jun 2020

                  @sweetlou
                  Check out all the sizing videos from TJ at The Shop Vancouver. He has so many videos about sizing on IG, Youtube and on his website.

                  I'm 5'8, 165-170lbs. I wear a size M in most IH shirts/flannels. I have the Y'2 KB 140 in a size 38. I mostly wear just a tshirt or thin sweater underneath. It is a slim fitting jacket and the leather is stiff at first, but softens over time. It's also a shorter jacket that just hits me below the belt line.

                  I have a Double Helix Western Pioneer in a size 40. I would say that a size 40 is my true size. I can fit a hoodie underneath and find it easier to move around in. Mind you, the leather is super stiff on both jackets and takes time to break in.

                  last edited by 26 Feb 2023, 02:16 S 1 Reply Last reply 28 Feb 2023, 01:05 Reply Quote 0
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                    sweetlou
                    Haraki san Student
                    @teddyjay
                    Joined: 20 Feb 2023

                    @teddyjay Thanks Teddy…super helpful..appreciate the insights!

                    last edited by 28 Feb 2023, 01:05 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                      sweetlou
                      Haraki san Student
                      Joined: 20 Feb 2023

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                      My Double Helix custom Type 3 arrived this week. Really happy with the fit, and break in doesn’t seem too bad. It’s a little lighter than my Y2 type 2.

                      last edited by sweetlou 16 Apr 2023, 15:40 ? 1 Reply Last reply 16 Apr 2023, 18:39 Reply Quote 4
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                        endo
                        見習いボス
                        Joined: 29 May 2020

                        perfect @sweetlou

                        si tacuisses

                        last edited by 16 Apr 2023, 18:36 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                          A Former User
                          @sweetlou
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                          @sweetlou great catch

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                            Giles
                            IHUK Crew
                            Joined: 22 Sept 2009

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                            "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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                              Twistlock
                              啓蒙家
                              Joined: 31 Dec 2015

                              ^very cool.

                              last edited by 4 Nov 2023, 07:08 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                Coldsnap
                                Raw and Unwashed
                                Joined: 3 Jun 2024

                                Unexpected pickup while I was in Japan. I had an appointment with another jacket maker and got two jackets. But a few days later I was in a shop and saw this Double Helix Cossack that caught my eye; tea-core horse, coconut buttons and what particularly got me was a custom cotton corduroy lining. Fit is just slightly boxier than my other makers size 40, but not sure if I'd want to go super tight with horse.

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                                last edited by 4 Jun 2024, 07:10 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 8
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                                  Daniel San
                                  見習いボス
                                  Joined: 2 May 2020

                                  I wonder if someone here has the "Chief" Grizzly Jacket from Double Helix !!??
                                  I really dig this jacket and I think I need it 😁

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                                  last edited by 14 Sept 2024, 16:03 goosehdG 1 Reply Last reply 14 Sept 2024, 17:12 Reply Quote 2
                                  • goosehdG
                                    goosehd
                                    Mod Squad
                                    @Daniel San
                                    Joined: 8 Apr 2016

                                    @Daniel-San I believe @Sir_Cuffs-a-Lot has one...

                                    "I don't give a shit what anyone else is doing, we will do what is best for us and our customers" - Giles P. :)

                                    last edited by 14 Sept 2024, 17:12 Tago MagoT 1 Reply Last reply 14 Sept 2024, 17:28 Reply Quote 0
                                    • Tago MagoT
                                      Tago Mago
                                      Mod Squad
                                      @goosehd
                                      Joined: 16 Jan 2021

                                      @goosehd I believe so, too. I think I referenced Mr Burns‘ Gorilla vest at the time @Daniel-San

                                      last edited by Tago Mago 14 Sept 2024, 17:28 goosehdG 1 Reply Last reply 14 Sept 2024, 17:35 Reply Quote 1
                                      • goosehdG
                                        goosehd
                                        Mod Squad
                                        @Tago Mago
                                        Joined: 8 Apr 2016

                                        @Tago-Mago Thanks for confirming and I found the post…

                                        @Sir_Cuffs-a-Lot said in IRON HEART WAYWT - 2024 EDITION:

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                                        Samurai knit
                                        Masunaga shades
                                        Y’2
                                        PBJ tee
                                        XHSib
                                        Punchers 🤜

                                        "I don't give a shit what anyone else is doing, we will do what is best for us and our customers" - Giles P. :)

                                        last edited by 14 Sept 2024, 17:35 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 4
                                        • Sir_Cuffs-a-LotS
                                          Sir_Cuffs-a-Lot
                                          The Unwoven
                                          Joined: 11 Feb 2023

                                          No Double Helix here.

                                          That’s a Y’2 25th anniversary grizzly…. Different bear - you’re crossing streams 😉

                                          last edited by 14 Sept 2024, 17:41 D 1 Reply Last reply 14 Sept 2024, 18:12 Reply Quote 3
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