Random questions to which you seek an answer

[Giles]

The 19LHT is one of our more unpredictable types of denim, particularly in the leg-twist department, it also starts life as pretty rigid….But you'll get great fades.

[AdamJ]

@Steve has just started wearing his first pair of 19oz LHT after putting his IH-777S-21 in to semi-retirement @jerkules

[neph93]

@jerkules:

How does the 19oz LHT compare to the 21oz fabric?

I’m a huge fan of the latter, but sold my 777s this year as I moved away from slimmer cuts. Will probably grab some 21oz 888s, but I’m unsure whether I should give the 19 LHT a try instead. What I love about the 21oz IH fabric is the immediate comfort, stretch/shrink is easy to predict, and slow fading. What would I be getting if I swerve for the LHT instead?

This is easily IH’s most under the radar denim. It is fantastic. My IH-666L-19 are my comfiest jeans now, comparable to 21oz. But initially they are harder going and crunchier. Slightly harder work that 21oz, but totally worth it. Stretch wise, do the same sums as with 21oz. Fade beautifully.

[Oaktavia]

Check out the 19oz Lefty Trucker thread to see faded example photos @jerkules if you have not already. They fade high contrast and super beautifully. I would say give the 19oz a try!

[T4920]

@Oaktavia:

Check out the 19oz Lefty Trucker thread to see faded example photos @jerkules if you have not already. They fade high contrast and super beautifully. I would say give the 19oz a try!

Yours and Twin's LHT truckers sold me on LHT for my next pair of jeans! Gonna give the 777s a shot, but I need to work on my 21oz SBG 666s first…

[jerkules]

That’s really helpful info guys, thank you. Basically sounds like everyone that tries it, loves it. The lefty trucker fades are incredible, so I feel stoked to give them a try.

[Oaktavia]

@T4920:

@Oaktavia:

Check out the 19oz Lefty Trucker thread to see faded example photos @jerkules if you have not already. They fade high contrast and super beautifully. I would say give the 19oz a try!

Yours and Twin's LHT truckers sold me on LHT for my next pair of jeans! Gonna give the 777s a shot, but I need to work on my 21oz SBG 666s first…

Happy to hear that!

@jerkules:

That’s really helpful info guys, thank you. Basically sounds like everyone that tries it, loves it. The lefty trucker fades are incredible, so I feel stoked to give them a try.

Let us know if you try the 19oz!!!

[jerkules]

@Oaktavia:

Let us know if you try the 19oz!!!

Oh for sure man. I’ve been living in my slubs and love them, but fancy something a bit different for colder months. Also, my 21oz box is kinda ticked with my SBGs, so I’m defo erring towards the 19oz.

[chrisjohnnick]

What are y'all wearing for lightweight warm base layers? Looking into something 100% merino wool. Don't want something that looks too athletic, and want something that is thin but warm. Whatchu all got?

I've looked at the Smartwool 250, but I can't imagine that for that price point (110usd each) there have to be better options.

[Bums_Fan]

I have some older Smart Wool tops that I really like.  Some of their newer stuff is too athletic or too stylistic for my taste, but they still have the basics in short sleeve and long that I would purchase.

[goosehd]

Here’s my response and I don’t know if it helps…if it’s a base layer, does it matter what it looks like?

I primarily use base layers for outside activities like skiing, running, etc.  Have used Smartwool and Underarmour, but both are athletic in appearance.

[Bums_Fan]

Yup good point!  Living in Southern California, sometimes base layers become the only layer as the day heats up.  Start off in the morning with a Smart Wool layer and UHF or denim shirt being perfect.  By late morning or early afternoon, it can get too much and I want a basic color merino on.  Cotton t's layers work too, but sometimes a merino top has a slight edge.

[chrisjohnnick]

basically the same here. temps here in winter are usually in the 30s-40s F. mostly will be wearing these under a UHF. want something warmer than a cotton Tshirt.

[goosehd]

Understand…I’ve always related the term “base layers” with sport activities.  You just want something to wear as an undershirt/garment that you can wear in the public if it gets to warm…

I’ve always worn various cotton t-shirts…

[Jett129]

@chrisjohnnick:

basically the same here. temps here in winter are usually in the 30s-40s F. mostly will be wearing these under a UHF. want something warmer than a cotton Tshirt.

.      I love the Freenote Henley shirts,under a UHF,or a denim shirt. Really comfortable. Different layers on top depending on the temperature. One other thing,from years of riding a motorcycle during the Winter,I still adhere to the mantra of wearing one more layer than you think you’ll need. Wife thinks I’m nuts.

[tody]

Couldn't find a more specific thread and didn't want to start a new one.
Possible website error, @Giles and @Alex - the footer of the European and German site contains phone no. and e-mail address of the US site, while the International site has the UK contact details.

[Giles]

Whoops, thanks.  Great spot.  We're on it…..

[TexasCrane]

Is there a proper way to cut off chainstitch runoff?  Is anything going to unravel if I just lop if off?

[Giles]

You can cut it off, it's secured by a bar tack…..

[Nik]

Western shirts don't have the runoff