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said in Ship John:

@northsouthdenimguy here is a fit pic. Looking at photos and given my wife's feedback I think the shirt looks fine as is (again a bit long) but I can also still fit it over a Samurai Sashiko work shirt (which I'm wearing today). But I wouldn't typically wear this kind of shirt over one of those. I prefer a tee.

I decided to try and shrink it but my washer wouldn't fill up enough to fully saturate the shirt for some reason so I pivoted and put it in very hot water in the tub. Modest improvement in some measurements while others stayed the same but overall it tightened the feel of the fit enough for my satisfaction although it looks mostly the same. I didn't put in the dryer because I'm a coward.

Btw I think this shirt would be absolutely amazing with hand warmer pockets like a CPO.

Before Hot soak
Chest 24.5
Waist 23
Opening 23
Sleeve 27
Sleeve opening 5.0
Shoulder 19.2
Length 31.75

After Hot soak
Chest 23.9
Waist 23
Opening 22.75
Sleeve 26.5
Sleeve opening 4.9
Shoulder 19.2
Length 31.4

Picked up mine from Franklin & Poe today. Thankfully they had a few sizes. I normally take a XXL in shirts but sometimes an XL for boxy cuts (like mechanics shirts). I tried the L and XL. The sleeves were perfect in the L but gave me little wiggle room for anything beyond a thin shirt. So I went with the XL. Everything is great, fits well with a flannel or a T. Sleeves are longer but the storm cuffs and additional button really make it comfortable regardless. The fabric is interesting as in different lights it can look like there are stains but it's just some variation in how the light plays off of the fabric mixed with some slight variation in texture. I love it and will be with me for a long time.

Had a little trouble landing on the right size with this one as I tried an XL but the chest measurement came in smaller than the crew advised it'd be. I landed an XXL though that fits better in most places except the sleeves. Overall I really enjoy the shirt a lot though.

Paired it today with my 21oz 555s and some Truman horse rump.

@Heavy_blue here's a fit pic. I appreciate any thoughts you have.

@northsouthdenimguy here is a fit pic. Looking at photos and given my wife's feedback I think the shirt looks fine as is (again a bit long) but I can also still fit it over a Samurai Sashiko work shirt (which I'm wearing today). But I wouldn't typically wear this kind of shirt over one of those. I prefer a tee.

Wow those look incredible. My OD version are barely showing anything.

Very excited for this release pending measurements. I don't have a type III as I have a hard time balancing sleeve, chest and length with my build.

Got mine in. Not my first IH product by a long shot but my first from IH UK. Crossing my fingers on my request! I assume just putting comments in is enough and we don't need to email the team? I'm sure they get too many emails already.

I picked up a pair of the 633 OD in early August and just started wearing them yesterday. These are really great. The denim is so interesting. I was surprised at how little mine actually taper. I got to try them on so I knew already but the website measurements are about .75" smaller at the leg opening then on my actual pair. I am actually pretty happy with this as I prefer the larger opening. I took my normal 36" and they were tighter at the waist than my 555 but have already stretched enough after a day.

@CosmoSix5 said in IH-526J-142ib - 14oz Selvedge Denim Modified Type III Jacket - Indigo/Black:

@Blanco a decent tailor/seamstress is your friend. Sleeves are not difficult or expensive to have altered. I've had 3 or 4 shirts/CPO. Just on you to make sure they know what they're doing 🫦

I'm going to see if my local store gets it and will attempt to try on in person. Last time I spoke to them they felt comfortable removing only about an inch but with a 28.6" sleeve I'll probably need a lot more than that.

@Chibs said in IHSH-189-BRN - 17oz Duck CPO Work Shirt - "The UnTucked" - Brown:

@Blanco Yep, you're golden and no need to email.

Awesome, thank you.

I have the 633 OD version and love it. My only comparison is the 555 but I appreciate the higher rise and wider leg. It's more of a medium rise and the waist is tighter but I like it better than my 555.

Got my black one today and thinking of trying to get some shrink out but not sure if I should wait until it actually needs a wash. It looks good except it's very long (like all Townes seem to be) and I have room in other places to allow for shrinkage and a tightened up fit. Thanks to @hgering27 and @northsouthdenimguy for posting your experiences.

Ah damn I was distracted looking at a purchase from another hobby and missed the drop. Oh well I don't think I can fade everything I have effectively anyway. Problem is you never know when the next one will be.