Just picked up an XL at Self Edge SF and love it. I expected to be an L, given I wear XL in IH shirts and most have said to size down on the N1. But XL is a really nice fit -- a little big with a tee shirt but perfect with a long sleeve shirt or flannel.

Appreciate that IH chose not to line the sleeves with alpaca. The quilted satin lining is perfect -- less bulky and more comfortable. Do wish the interior pocket was a little bigger but still glad it's there.

To their credit, Iron Heart makes jeans for different body types and preferences. I’ve always looked and felt better with higher rise pants. Some guys are the exact opposite. The 888 and 1955 are a dream fit for me up top — similar but not identical. The 634 sits lower but is surprisingly comfortable, probably due to the top block shape and front/back rise differential.

On skinnier guys with no arse, higher rise jeans can sag down and result in diaper butt. On guys that are fuller up top (like me), low rise jeans feel like they’re falling off. Thankfully, this isn’t the case with the 888 or 1955, or even the 634.

Thanks selbstzweck. The 19 does look very practical, but, yes, more basic and less sauce! There are quite a few bags that resemble the 19 but not too many like the 37.

Looks really nice. But can't justify with this heavyweight from years past:

https://www.ironheart.co.uk/forum/topic/3397/self-edge-x-iron-heart-type-iii-sexih22typeiii

Looking forward to the 1955s-21 too -- anyone know if these are days, weeks, or months out?

Ah, Giles just said 'soon' in another thread!

Surgery? Hope it goes well. Love the bag. Torn between it and the waist bag.

^ Got it. I don't have long arms, but am OK with the longish sleeves on my Olive N-1 in XL from late 2023.

I wonder if the sizing gets tweaked a little each year (not just this year, but in the past). I remember trying on a Large in 2022 and the arms were very long relative to the rest of the jacket. I figured the IH N-1 just didn't work for me. But a year later (October 2023), I tried on an Olive XL and it was perfect. I was fortunate to have a store nearby (Self Edge) to try one one. Measurements are key, but a little tricky with a bulky item like this.

I have a pair of 888s-18oz. in size 35 that have stretched to a comfortable, trim fit. Waist started out at 34.5" and is now 35.5" after about two weeks of wear. I wouldn't want them any trimmer across the waist or hips, but the fit is good.

I'm considering a pair of 888s-UHR and am trying to decide between size 35 and 36. While I could see sticking with the same size (35) and waiting for stretch, I'm wondering if 36 may be a better option with this thicker, heavier duty denim. If they're a bit big after a warm soak, might a warm wash and few minutes in the dryer (sacrilege of sacrileges) bring them in a bit more?

Good to know Matt -- it did cross my mind that too small in UHR is not a good thing -- ouch Also good to know that UHR stretches back to, but not beyond, original measurements. Different for once-washed 21 or 18oz., of course, which will go past original under pressure.

^ Ah, thank you EdH. Decisions, decisions ...

Sounds like the waist bag is a hair smaller, not to mention an altogether different shape. Do you have the waist bag worn2fade?

Surgery? Hope it goes well. Love the bag. Torn between it and the waist bag.

For those familiar with the IH waist bag, do you prefer it in 12 or 21oz?

Any word on a restock of the 21oz. IHE-37 Waist Bag?

^ I have the 1955 in 21 and 14oz and they fit similarly. While the 21 has more than a little give/stretch, I'd say the 14 will also give with waist pressure. If the 21 is too big, than go size 29. If you're happy with the fit, then 30.

Most important, however, are the measurements -- trust those and ask your AD for what you need. Obvious, but true

Just received these. Very nice denim that feels heavier than 14oz.

Thanks yannis. That's what I was thinking. I'd guess the 14oz is a bit more tightly woven than 21 or 16 slub.

Anyone know if the 14oz denim is as stretchy as the 21oz or 16oz Slubby?

Thanks selbstzweck. The 19 does look very practical, but, yes, more basic and less sauce! There are quite a few bags that resemble the 19 but not too many like the 37.

These look great. Trying to decide between this and the IH denim waist bag (IHE-37). Anyone have both?