Posts made by EastClintwood

@northsouthdenimguy said in Iron Heart Products - What do you think we should make?:

@EastClintwood

I can see the appeal, and 5 or 10 years ago I’d have been all over something like this. The older I’ve gotten, though, the more I’ve found that heavily Southwestern or Native American-inspired patterns tend to be a bit of a “one season” wear for me.

Not because they aren’t cool or timeless designs, but because they’re such a strong visual statement. After a handful of wears, I often find myself reaching for something more understated, whereas a solid denim shirt, chambray, or even a well-done UHF can stay in regular rotation for years without feeling dated.

That’s probably why I’ve drifted away from a lot of the RRL-style pieces I used to buy. I still appreciate them, and I think brands like RRL, Sugar Cane, and Deluxeware do them well, but they’re not pieces I find myself wearing week after week for multiple seasons.

That said, if Iron Heart could figure out a way to capture that Southwestern influence in a more subtle, understated way, I’d definitely be interested.

I can definitely see your point.

That's why I think it should be done in a very muted, understated way, quite different from the bolder, more colorful, high-contrast Pendleton-style approach.

I think that's probably the key. If it leans more towards subtle patterns and earthy tones rather than making a big visual statement, it could easily stay in rotation for years and only get better with age.

Speaking of flannels. It would be cool to see something beyond the usual check patterns.

I vote for a vintage Southwestern vibe. Think the kind of Native American-inspired geometric patterns and blanket motifs that cowboys and Western wear adopted way back in the day.

Done the Iron Heart way: rugged, heavy, muted tones, and easy to wear every day.

Brands like Sugar Cane, Deluxeware and RRL have played around with this kind of pattern, but I'd love to see Iron Heart's take on it.

The slub flannel feels like the perfect fabric for something like this. A work shirt, overshirt or CPO with a woven Southwestern inspired blanket pattern in warm, dark, earthy tones could be a seriously cool piece.

I really love these new overshirt flannels!

I missed out on this one and the green check. Hopefully the brown one gets restocked, or maybe we’ll see a new model in this cut soon

@Giles said in IH-1955S - 21oz Selvedge Denim "1955" Straight Cut Jeans - Indigo:

Back pockets size is a function of tag size.so you would need to specify the tag size you are after.

Size 33

To those who own these jeans, I have a quick question—how deep are the back pockets? Could someone check for me? I'd really appreciate it.

I'm thinking about ordering a pair, but I need to know if the back pockets can comfortably fit my phone (iPhone 13 Pro Max, ~16 cm tall).

I’m not a fan of front pocket phone fades, and finding quality jeans with deep back pockets is surprisingly difficult.

@Sir_Cuffs-a-Lot

I’m really digging the idea of having that hook attached to the collar strap. Very cool touch.

I finally scored the M65 jacket in my size, and I'm getting ready to place a custom order with Good Art for either that hook or a boutonniere. I'm still trying to decide which one. How secure do you find the hook on the jacket? Does it stay in place, or can it come off easily by accident?

Around what time of year does Iron Heart usually restock their flannels? I’ve been looking for this one.

Oh wow, I'm actually searching for the green one, but after seeing the photos in this thread, I guess I'll have to try finding the black one too!

@Brandrea So I finally received the jacket, but I quickly found out that XL is too big for me, so I'll be sending it back to the shop in Switzerland where I bought it.

For anyone interested, the M65 in XL will soon be available at Feinfracht.com once they process my return. They also have it in XXL and XXXL.

Big shoutout to them for their excellent customer service.

@Ross Courtney's measurements are missing on the list you linked.

@Ross
Patiently waiting for the army green. You think it's coming before Xmas?

@evel That's a great look! It's exactly the fit I'm aiming for. I don't own the N1 yet, but I fully intend to. Could I ask for your size and measurements?

@caseyjonez said in IHM-37-BLK - Oiled Whipcord N1 Deck Jacket - Black:

@seminolepilot looks like a killer fit. Im same size and sooooo on fence with L/XL. Id like the layer room but the arms are sooooo un proportionally long sizing up. Almost 3 in longer than most jacket. Curious how much of those chest and shoulder measurements gets eatin up by the lining as well

Im in the same boat.
6' 1", 176 lbs, 43.3" chest.
(184cm, 80kg and 110cm chest)

I prefer a relaxed fit, so I'm leaning towards the XL, but I'm a bit worried about the sleeve length. So L is also tempting. If I go with the L, I’m ready to probably only wear it with a t-shirt.

@Brandrea
A chill fit is the best fit. I picture that going for a for a larger size only adds to the coat-like vibes, which I definitely enjoy.

It's looking ace on you! Can't wait to receive mine.

@Brandrea
Alright, thanks anyway!

I actually found the jacket in XL at a shop in Bern, Switzerland just yesterday and ordered it. Looks like we might’ve snagged the last two XLs in the world, haha.

You and I have very similar measurements so I’m pretty sure it’ll fit—but I’m still keeping an eye out for an L just in case.

It would be cool if they made a hooded version of the oiled N1 someday. After all, the main purpose of the oil treatment is rain protection.

@Brandrea Congrats on finding one! I’m on the hunt too. Did this retailer have any size L still in stock?

@jbreitenbucher said in IHM-27-OLV - Sateen M-65 Field Jacket - Olive:

I’m considering getting one of these in olive. I’m curious to see how they age. A quick glance didn’t seem to give any progression photos. What does it look like after two or three years of wear and say 15-20 washes? I’ve got a couple of vintage authentic military issue M65 jackets off ebay and really love how they have aged and would hope these age well.

Hey, it's been 4 years since you posted this. Did you buy one? How did it age?

Would love to see it.