Posts made by Shanman11

Anybody else jonesing, waiting for these to dropped again any day now hopefully?!

Very nice !! I can't wait to see how these are fading !!

What's the difference in terms of fading and maybe some details between these and the SBG's ?
thanks so much, it seems I'm torn and confused, I'll also look again
Shan

@Alex:

@Steve:

The Man in Black’ is again the inspiration for this black denim western shirt, AKA ‘The Johnny Cash lll’. The 12oz black selvedge denim has reactive dyed warp and weft so that the shirt will retain its stealth look and will not fade with wear.

We have decided that the fabric has probably been subtly changed on these without anyone telling us. We do not find this shirt fades with time, even a little bit (of course it ages, but does not fade). We have updated the product to reflect this.

Thanks so much for this beta as this was exactly what I was wondering : does this shirt fade at all?
Just put mine back on and I see neary a fade anyway after 2 years of intermittent albeit not enough wear       
cheers, Shan

@Brock:

Fit pic of my XXL

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cool for sure ! Think we're about the same size, I'm 5'10", 185lbs., waist 36", like my jeans hemmed to 34" but cuff

I'm a nut and always sit in a hot tub (not a hottub) for 22 mins.or more, moving my legs a bunch yet not bend the knees too much,  with all my other brands non-washed, loomstate, shrink to fit denim.
Then, a slight towel dry whilst wearing them, over to the computer to do some work, seated, knees only slightly bent, then go for a walk, wear them all day until they are dried /molded on me ! Now that I've got a bike Usually go for a ride too, dries them nicely.
I pay attention to the pre-soak measurements as this seems what they will stretch back out to.
This crazy way has given me the best fits for sure !!
For what it's worth

Anyone know the best way to clean the squashed bugs off this jacket (from motorcycling ) ?
I was thinking hang in the sun bit , brush off, possibly saddle soap on a warm wet cloth ? idk
thanks much mates
Patrick

oh damn !! these are of course beautiful !!
Mine are shipped !!

Wow !! Idon't know if I can resist these.
I'd love to see some fade pics of some pairs.
Have a pair of 634 OD, and the fabric is like velvet and just now finally showing that bluish black coloring the thighs.
The other problem would be I probably would wear these more than the 634's (a more relaxed fit) once I get them, and my poor 634's that are just starting to look incredible wouldd sit neglected lol
anyways, cheers ya'll, it'll be a tough decision also as I have yet to have the classic 21 oz indigo in the 555, my fave fit, I have the 25oz though in the 25oz ib…
thanks

Cool, I hear you loud and clear ! thanks as always !!

I'm almost tempted to go down a size to Large to shorten up the sleeves but then the front length, and waist might be too short and tight.
I guess cause it's one washed there's some potential to shrink with a hot wash and dryer treatment and I'll stick with the usual XL size.
I wish the buttons were a wee bit bigger as these old fingers aren't getting any less arthritic lol

@neph93:

@Shanman11 The SE 22oz is a modified type III like your 14oz jacket and the IH-526L-19-OD. This jacket, the IH-526j-22OD, is without handwarmers and a little shorter. If you found the 14oz long then you might consider waiting for this.

I own this one and have experience with the 19oz. I went with the 22oz mostly because the measurements work better for me. Both are brilliant fabrics so you can’t go wrong, but I especially like the 22oz heft, and the flat, smooth, matte hand on the IH-526j-22OD.

Thanks so much ! I wonder how long the wait/how long they've been sold out ? Guess I haven't been paying attention as the SE Version really got my attention !
Patrick

@neph93:

I bought this for summer wear, but I hate not being able to wear it. The muffler and an N-1 over it means it works as an in between layer even in -7C.

I' really tore up between this jacket ( I know it's not available now, but there is a version over at SE and not sure about the measurements ) and the Left Hand 19oz one. Both seem heavy and awesome w/the IH-526Lod running a bit small perhaps.
I bought the IH-526J-142ib in a XXL and it's kinda perfect, maybe a little long in the sleeve and length but overall love the fit. I also bought the Storm rider in XXL by the way…like the fit for sure
My questions are: Should I wait for this 22oz jacket to be rereleased ya think? or, is the IH-526Lod just as good if not better?
I'm also really tempted to pull the trigger on the Self Edge version but I think the 42 size would be better but of course it's sold out within 24 hrs, so either I go bigger, longer in the XXL or even try the Lg which might be too tight.
Any advice you could share would be fantastic and greatly appreciated !! Thank you very much !!
Patrick

Anyone ever measure the width  ?
I have quite the wide ones EE but Chucks still work with stretching and they end up kind of delaminating a bit on that lateral "6th" toe edge but…8.5 work in Chucks and I even put a good insole in them.
I wanna pull the trigger on the indigo 8
Thanks,
Shan

I ordered the smaller size (36", true waist is 37.5) in the 888 actually, makes sense that it (888) should afford me some more room with the higher rise.
I never thought I'd like a med/high rise but I'm learning. I've recently got a few other pairs from other top notch brands and sure enough, they're working, feeling and I think looking  great !!
Thank you all 
Patrick

@neph93:

The 19oz LHT of your 666’s is a very different denim to this. It doesn’t shrink and stretches easily. The XHS shrinks and will stretch only with effort. The crew are right, they are different. Generally you end up with a pair about the same as, or slightly bigger than, starting measurements. I’d say the w36 pair will end up around 37”.

The 777 also has a relatively low rise meaning the sit more on the hips than at the waist. Depending on you body shape, this can be a good or a bad thing. For me it is bad. I can do an actual 35-36” in jean in the 777 but starting dims of 34” or a little less in the 888.

As a matter of fact I would recommend looking at the 888. It has a more generous thigh, still tapers and has a smaller hem as a result and the high rise means it can be sized down as it actually sits were most people are slimmest in their torso.

Awesome expert advice as usual !! I see indeed they have the ib available in the 888 as well. This may indeed be the better cut.  Originally I thought I would hate anything in a med/high rise but recently purchased some Oni and PBJ's and Benzaks in this type of cut and they're comfortable, more than I ever thought would be possible. I'm a bit old school and thought I would hate anything with a "drop crotch" or anything I felt was saggy in the crotch. I'll do the compare thing on the site w/ three cuts : 666 (cause that's what I have), 777 & 888.
And then there's the thing of how much Denim is too much ?! I know once I buy these all others will take a major back seat to this hardcore heavy ( I love it ) Denim !! Sigh…..at least I have a job 
thanks again for the awesome advice !!
Patrick

I appreciate it. I’ll probably go with the 36” and go with a stretch even tho they don’t like to stretch supposedly compared to all their other weights. The 25 oz are different is what I’ve been told directly from IH

Arrgghh!!! This will be a tough call either way. Lately I’ve been going a  bit more lax to be comfortable in other brands etc. I have put on some Rona weight and it’s stubborn to come off these days and at my age (55 but doing look it‍️) So it’sa difficult choice. The 777 cut might lend itself to going larger as opposed to tighter/smaller. I used to have skiers/ skaters legs and butt however again, too much work these days, I come home and pass out in my jeans Thanks so much,
Patrick

Help I'm between sizes and really am torn with what size to order in these incredible jeans !!: My first, one and only so far pair of IH's are the 19oz Lefty selvedges v2 in a 666 size 38 (35.9 waist)  which is pretty perfect on the waist, took a bunch of work to get the top button closed, like a month !! My true waist size, (yes measured 9 pairs the IH way,  of other selvedge denims ) is 37.5" so my 666's in the aforementioned pair stretched/gave me an inch even after one soak. looking at the charts and comparing it looks like I've got to choose for these IH-777-XHSib 25oz'ers : go big @waist 38 ( 39" in the waist) or  waist 36 ( 36.9) hoping they give me that inch.
I Love my 666's but with a 8.5 shoe size sometimes that bottom opening cuff looks huge and a bit funny, looking for the taper of the 777's.
I'm leaning to the size 36 but still nervous. I've been in contact w/Graham via several emails on this and it seems I still must choose the closest measurement to my true waist measurement 37.5"
Sorry if this reads poorly, hopefully someone gets what I'm talking about, what I'm faced with. Any help would be greatly appreciated !!!

@neph93:

Shame… how is the chest/shoulder/arms?

It's all good now brother !! the XXL actually is pretty perfect just got it !!