IHJ-120-BLK - 12oz Wabash Chore Jacket - Black

[Denman John]

Just got this in the post and will be entering it into the Redline Rally this year. Initial impressions is that I like it for what it is ~ a chore coat. It’s a nice weight material and has room for layering with the shoulders and chest fitting good. The arms are a bit long but I think it will be alright with time and wear. I’ll try and post my monthly submission photos here to show (or lack of) its evolution. Rumour has it that these are hard to fade?

[mclaincausey]

@Alex (apologies if this has been asked) : is there any chance of a re-run of these? I’m obsessed now having experienced the indigo in the flesh.

[Alex]

We're not rushing to rerun these, but I doubt they will be perma-extinct

[long_john86]

Snagged the last XXL I think - and I love it!
It’s exactly how I imagined (and wanted) it to fit. In my mind I wanted it to fit like my Barbour Border jacket.

Thanks @Denman-John and @DeeDee85 for your thoughts/advise re sizing. Glad I stuck with my usual size - I’m wearing 3 layers underneath this!

And the obligatory Mancunian styled…

Another superbly versatile piece from the crew!

[Bailey]

@long_john86 looks spot on mate

[DeeDee85]

@long_john86 looks awesome mate, congratulations!

[Denman John]

@long_john86 I’m glad that it worked out for you. It’s a great versatile jacket/overcoat that is tough as all get out and you rock it well! Enjoy it in good health.

[long_john86]

@Denman-John Cheers. Looking forward to seeing how yours fades/ages, I think you’ll be putting yours through its paces much more than me!

[phoenixinflight]

@Denman-John any photo updates on this after your redline rally experience? Curious to see. Hoping for a re-run of these eventually!

[Denman John]

A few update photos. As you can see, it’s in desperate need of a wash. It is my most worn Iron Heart piece and wear it daily at work as a chore/over coat. The pockets are big and there is also an inside pocket that gets a lot of use. What I love about this jacket is that it hides dirt well and is tough as shit. I do landscaping and this jacket doesn’t get babied at all. Tractor oil changes and greasing, no problem. It’s by no means a fast or drastic fader, but I am satisfied with how it’s progressing. Looking back at old pictures, it’s come a long way and still has plenty of life left in it. Definitely approved workwear.

@phoenixinflight

[phoenixinflight]

@Denman-John looking incredible! I like that the black sulphur dye is more stubborn and not quite as contrast heavy as the indigo. Keen to see it after a wash. Keep us updated so we live vicariously