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IH-555S-21 - 21oz Selvedge Denim Slim Jeans - Indigo

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    iamacompass
    Joined: 20 Oct 2015

    is 1" stretch the most i can expect from this denim, does it easily stretch out much?

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      neph93
      見習いボス
      Joined: 18 Aug 2014

      @iamacompass:

      is 1" stretch the most i can expect from this denim, does it easily stretch out much?

      You can get some more if you're willing to tolerate some initial discomfort. Be careful with the thigh though. That will not stretch more than .5"

      “Some of those that work forces
      Are the same that burn crosses”

      • Virginia Woolf
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        iamacompass
        Joined: 20 Oct 2015

        @neph93:

        @iamacompass:

        is 1" stretch the most i can expect from this denim, does it easily stretch out much?

        You can get some more if you're willing to tolerate some initial discomfort. Be careful with the thigh though. That will not stretch more than .5"

        thanks ideally i don't want them to stretch more than 34"

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          neph93
          見習いボス
          Joined: 18 Aug 2014

          Right. An inch is normal, you can get more if you need it, that is to say if they are still tight after the first inch or if you're in the habit of climbing mountains in your jeans.

          “Some of those that work forces
          Are the same that burn crosses”

          • Virginia Woolf
          last edited by 30 May 2016, 13:13 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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            flavour79
            Raw and Unwashed
            Joined: 30 Apr 2016

            Does not wearing a belt when new allow these jeans to stretch in the waist, hip and thighs quickly??

            last edited by 14 Jun 2016, 19:55 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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              Giles
              IHUK Crew
              Joined: 22 Sept 2009

              More than not, yes… (well, in the waist, aint going to make any difference to the hips or thighs)...

              "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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                flavour79
                Raw and Unwashed
                Joined: 30 Apr 2016

                Thanks Giles but how much more will I get then in the hip and thigh area by way of stretch if I wear these for the next month or so?

                last edited by 14 Jun 2016, 20:03 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                  Giles
                  IHUK Crew
                  Joined: 22 Sept 2009

                  No idea.  This is not science….....

                  "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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                    flavour79
                    Raw and Unwashed
                    Joined: 30 Apr 2016

                    Thanks

                    last edited by 15 Jun 2016, 05:41 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                      Giles
                      IHUK Crew
                      Joined: 22 Sept 2009

                      I was thinking about this last night.  It probably could be scientifically measured, but we'd have to include variables as arcane as:  How humid was it in the mill the day the denim was woven, what is the average staple length of the cotton used in the yarns, when was the loom last serviced etc etc etc.  So basically, it aint science….

                      All I can say for definite is you'll get some stretch.....

                      "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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                        seanocono
                        Joined: 17 Oct 2012

                        For what it's worth, I have yet to encounter another brand that is as meticulous in detailing the measurements and prospective evolution of their garments.  This demonstrates pride in the craftsmanship, knowledge of the product, and respect for the customer.  I am often dumbstruck at some of the other brand's/web shops' apparent apathy in this department; and sometimes customers take this for granted, or fail to understand the consideration.

                        This is merely an observation, and not a slight against a particular person or group.  I think we all appreciate the opportunity to ask questions, and receive thoughtful responses from people with first-hand knowledge.  I know I have freely exercised this privilege since my first day on the IHF.

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                          neph93
                          見習いボス
                          Joined: 18 Aug 2014

                          ^ All of this.

                          “Some of those that work forces
                          Are the same that burn crosses”

                          • Virginia Woolf
                          last edited by 15 Jun 2016, 09:13 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                            4c
                            Banned
                            Joined: 26 Nov 2013

                            @neph93:

                            ^^ All of this.

                            last edited by 15 Jun 2016, 19:51 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                              IH666N
                              Joined: 3 Oct 2016

                              When comparing the 555 with the 666N the differences in sizing aren't that big on paper.
                              In my opinion the 666 is a little too wide, so i am thinking about buying the 555 in size 36.
                              Does anybody can help with this decision?
                              Regards

                              last edited by 19 Oct 2016, 20:08 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                neph93
                                見習いボス
                                Joined: 18 Aug 2014

                                @IH666N:

                                When comparing the 555 with the 666N the differences in sizing aren't that big on paper.
                                In my opinion the 666 is a little too wide, so i am thinking about buying the 555 in size 36.
                                Does anybody can help with this decision?
                                Regards

                                I own two pairs of 666's and three pairs of 555's. The 555's are slimmer than the 666's because of the taper. That taper starts at the thigh on the 555's so although the thigh measurements are often similar to the 666's, the 555's fit snugger because the middle and bottom of the thigh is slimmer. They sit much tighter at the knee and continue to taper so if you have big calves be careful. The only other major difference is the rise, which is higher on the 555's. If that is not to your liking then the 777's might be an option.

                                “Some of those that work forces
                                Are the same that burn crosses”

                                • Virginia Woolf
                                last edited by 19 Oct 2016, 20:47 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                                • AppfaffA
                                  Appfaff
                                  Raw and Unwashed
                                  Joined: 11 Oct 2013

                                  Hey @IH666N - the largest difference is going to ht the Top Block and from the knee down. The 666 are going to be more trim in the top block, but fit more straight to the hem from the thigh. It's slimmer than the 634, but not a heavily tapered jean. I feel that the 555 have a similar top block (if not even more relaxed than the 666) but about 4 inches from the crotch, the 555 start to drastically taper down. The knee measure is the most indicative of this. My size 36 666XHS have a knee measure of about 9.5 (fresh out of a wash) while the sz 36 555-02 measure about 8.625 in the knee AFTER a few months of stretch. from the knee down, the calf and hem opening of the 555 will continue to taper, so the hem "should" always measure under the knee measurement, no matter how short you hem them.  The 666 should taper the same %, but will always leave a larger hem and baggier calf area than the 555.

                                  Hope that helps!

                                  last edited by 19 Oct 2016, 20:50 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                                  • I
                                    IH666N
                                    Joined: 3 Oct 2016

                                    Thanks for all the hints!
                                    Compared to my best fitting Jeans the 777 seems to be my choice just from measurement.
                                    Will give you an update when i have bought one.

                                    last edited by 20 Oct 2016, 17:16 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                      RifJedi
                                      Joined: 14 Oct 2016

                                      555-1
                                      Size 29

                                      Hi folks, just wanna share what i've got here 😁

                                      11 months (july 2016), unwash

                                      This one is 14 months unwash

                                      last edited by 27 Oct 2016, 19:17 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 1
                                      • BluegrassB
                                        Bluegrass
                                        Joined: 25 Jan 2013

                                        I'd say you got something pretty special!!

                                        last edited by 27 Oct 2016, 19:26 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                                        • DionD
                                          Dion
                                          Joined: 15 Mar 2015

                                          Great stuff! And nice 526Jod, too!

                                          last edited by 27 Oct 2016, 19:28 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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