i'm really loving the pics, everybody! just super interesting to see people of all types who share the same passion

@gaseousclay:

You sure you got the new version? R&H has the previous version of the 777-14 as far as I can tell

Sorry, my first pair so I am still new at this. I see it now… I have the old version apparently.

Concerning the double-twisted weft upgrade, what is the functional difference? Softer? More fade resistant? Durability?

Thanks!

EDIT: I went back to the first post and got my answer. Oh well, I got the classic IH 777s ... i'm OG i guess 

Levi's Commuter Jacket (this counts as a type III with a modified collar right?)
IH 777-14
Kobe 11s

@gaseousclay:

Anyone nab these? I’m thinking about springing for a pair since it’s high time I own some IH denim

Got these as my first IH jeans over at RH 2 weeks ago. Perfect fit for me as I want that modern fit of lower-rise and fitted leg to highlight my sneaker game. 14oz feels pretty good to me out here in Cali.

Cheers 

Thank you neph93!

I did not consider the heftiness of the fabric as much as I should have. I’ve measured a work shirt I also enjoy wearing that closer resembles the fabric as opposed to my favorite shirt is a chambray button down.

So when I ordered, my IH sales person said the shirt they have is actually 18.5 shoulders and 22 p2p. My work shirt is actually 18.5 as well and my chest is 21.5 on both so I am satisfied. When I move my arms around with the work shirt, the heavier fabric acts a lot differently than the chambray button down so I think I ordered the L correctly.

I’ll update later this week when I get it. Hopefully future buyers will find this exchange useful! 

Thank you all for the help!

I went with the L ultimately as I really thought about based off your advice and photos. My shoulders will fit the L. As long as those seams sit where they should on my body - the rest of the measurements are modest enough from the M that it should not make a difference. The only measurement that is over an inch difference from M to L is the chest, which i come in at 21.5 anyway!

Hi All,

I am in a bit of a sizing pinch. I dabble in powerlifting and so while I don't look extraordinary… shoulders and chest a bit beefier than most.

My chest measures 21.5" and my shoulders 18" off of my favorite shirt. Favorite shirt has a little give but definitely slim fit. When I raise my arms from the side vertically, I can feel the fabric restrict but still allow me to comfortably fully raise my arms vertically.

So my height is 5'5" if that helps.

My guess is that I am probably not a SM, although I can probably get in it. A MD and LG is probably where I need to make a decision. From looking at the chart, it feels like the difference in a MD and LG is quite modest.

Any tips? Right now, I would err on LG just for the comfort and the possibility it might shrink even a eensy teensy bit (versus i doubt it would ever stretch).

Thanks, all!

@dave28:

Very wise to get 14oz in Cali.
Nov - April you might get away with the heavy stuff though.
But to be honest if I was in Cali I would be in tee-shirt and shorts all year round lol.
Your winter is better than my summer

I am actually having a dilemma right now with eyeing a denim shirt. It started with me just wanting a denim jacket but i thought to myself… i'll never fade a jacket because i won't want to wear it. Now i moved on to a denim shirt which is much more likely to be worn once a week at the very least (air conditioned work place in the summer).

@lester_galula:

Welcome! Where in the South Bay?

I work in San Jose and live around Mountain View. Moved out here from NYC many years ago. California is the best!

Checking in from the South Bay of sunny California! Just bought my first pair of Iron Heart 777-14 for that year round versatility! Been wearing it all week to break in the waist (which is improving daily)!