AA sweater day is always a good day

Testing monster cuff

Are the pocket bags on these slightly thicker?

@endo did you come around on plastic covers? I thought you were a raw dogger.

Texture-wise, post-wash, these are still fairly smooth (like most IH denim), but there is an undercurrent that is almost pebbly. A little more texture than you might expect. Maybe just that the fibers are so shocked after their first dance with H2O. The hairiness is well documented and not overstated in the literature. Shine a flashlight on it if you want to feel like denim Chewbacca. There’s some interesting use of orange and yellow constructional threads that feels unique in the portfolio. I’m a little nervous about future leg twist but telling myself to embrace wabi sabi.

@goosehd thanks man appreciate your advice on sizing and washing...needle nose pliers have been clutch for the button holes too...it's funny that people get so worked up over UHR sizing - it's easier to size than sanforized/one-washed b/c you just need a perfect fit out of the bag and everything else will take care of itself!

New jean goofin

I followed the @goosehd sizing advice and the IH website soak and wash advice and everything worked perfectly. Shrink was right on plan. I’m already smitten. These are friggin dense and terse and inky. Damn.

We loved Yakushima and our stay at Shikinoyado Yakushima

Love my samurai 2 pack after couple years wear. They are clearly undershirts to me though I don’t wear them solo. Super comfy. Not the tightest collar if you care about that. Pretty taut but if you have something heavy that will pull on it, it’s not totally locked in.

Alright, my first UHRs are on the way. Didn't need new jeans at all, but I've patiently waited through 2 restocks since I've been a fan of the brand and couldn't stand the thought of never having a raw unsanforized heavy pair. Will do my soak and get a few wears in before it gets hot, but need to ice for a while to keep working SBGs.