IH-821 - 16oz Super Black Fades to Grey Denim Double Knee Logger Pants
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Another bonus, bigger pockets. More specifically, the back ones. Have enough room for my flashlight now
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Finally dug these out of the closet and put them on for the first time today. First time ever wearing denim with the double-front engineer thing but I'm digging it. Very comfortable from the beginning and I can't wait to see how they evolve! The hem is slightly large - has anyone had these tapered?
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I was thinking of having them tapered a little @Manticore as I usually only wear this and my 822 with boots as I normally wear smaller sneakers like cons and vans. Before I do so I gave them a hot soak and slight wash as to see if I can get any shrinkage and the denim was looking shiny due to wear. I didn't do a pre wash measurement but came up with one leg at 9.5 and one at 9.75. Surprised they were off, but I don't care.
I have sent three pairs of IH to finecar for tapering, which they did a good job. I usually get 36 sometimes 35, these are 36. I rather have these and the 822 slightly larger than my other pants and jeans, but just a hair bit too big. Still tossing up if I want to get them tapered to a 9" hem. Worried about the lines of the second layer looking off a little then.
I need to get a lot more hard wearing on these…
If you like these, the 822 is even more comfy to wear and fades beautifully. Enjoy
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Thanks @Jordonf9 for the info. I assume you meant Railcar for tapering right?
I may just wear them a bit before deciding on tapering. I do need them hemmed though - since there are a bit lighter weight I'm debating making the trek to SELA for chainstitching or just having my local place hem them.
I actually originally wanted the 822 but they were out of stock and, since they aren't extant, I went with the 821 instead.
How much stretch are you getting in these?
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@Manticore yes railcar fine goods. As for give/stretch, the 21oz is a looser weave and had quite a bit of give compared to he 16oz sbg. It is a tighter weave but a little give. These are the loosest jeans I wear, both versions, so I didnt need any extra room or stretch really. If you ever plan on double duck(I am fortunate enough to have the loom breakers), get a looser fit as they have almost 0 give….wish I gave an extra .25" in all areas.
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Did anyone ever get around to tapering a pair of these?
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Not sure if I'll get these repaired, moving on to my other pair
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Epic. I havent worn mine in a while. Hot washed them and never tried em on even.
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I picked these up at the Kanreki. In their unworn state, they look almost respectable, unlike @Haddtoo 555's rather abused pair.
They feel pretty stiff, and I think that they're going to need some wear to break in.
Incidentally, the double knee ends roughly at my kneecap, and when I kneel I'm onto a single layer of denim. If these are re-run, I'd suggest extending the reinforcement another 3 to 4" down the leg. I don't know if the IH-822 pattern is any different, but the same might apply there.
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These are a bit short on me as well, on the other hand carhartts hang well below the knee on me, even if I pull up my pants
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I snagged a pair of these during the Advent Calender sale. They are now my current fav. I feel they must be under-rated as they are endangered. My first impression is marvelous so hopefully they will at least be replaced with a different fabric and color.
I see some have complained about the short double knee and I was a bit worried about that but I was hoping they were as long as my double kneed Logger pants and to my surprise and delight, they come down well past my kneecap about 4 inches… Just like my logger pants. Excellent! Maybe they changed the design and didnt mention it? I dont know.
