I’ve been in this combo lately. I have a pair of the super black 21oz bootcuts I found on eBay Japan coming this week. That’s my favorite IH Jean. I outgrew my last pair.
526PJ and 814 is my default config of late. I absolutely love the 526 jacket. Best thing I’ve ever bought.
@mjunderw00d LOL. It’s real though. First leaf falls and everybody here turns into Han Solo with a navy blue north face “alpha dad” vest. I can’t let that happen to a family member.
It’s nice for sure. I do wish the body of the jacket was a bit more tailored. It’s cut a bit like the 50’s Levi pattern.
I just purchased this jacket again from James Dant. The one I posted a few years back, I gave to my nephew to help him break free from the North face virus. I think perhaps the pattern has changed? Shoulders have more slope (like an a-2) and the sleeves seem fuller. Still my favorite IH piece. For comparisons sake here is the 526pj from maybe 5 or 6 years ago:
And here’s the jacket, day one received yesterday:
I look forward to the fall to break it in properly. Rather than soak it, I think I’ll just use a spray bottle to help shape and mold certain areas, collar and sleeve etc.
I’ve got their take on the type 3. Pretty decent. Fits nice.
@going_to_battle I think that sounds right. I’d also add this is my absolute favorite IH piece. It’s a phenomenal jacket.
This is a size 44” and it’s trim but fits like my other size 42” shown below. 
I am 5’11, 210lbs. I wear my type III’s snug.
Just got mine the other day. By far my favorite IH item to date and as usual the crew was exceedingly helpful in getting the right fit. I’ve been waiting for what seems like an eternity for it to restock. Glad I pulled the trigger!
This jacket is by and far away my favorite from IH to date. It’s an angry piece of gear. I have it the dreaded soak, wear until dry self loathing treatment and now it fits like an armored denim exoskeleton. 
Received mine two days ago and couldn’t be happier with it. There’s nothing quite like a new, super heavy IH denim jacket and nobody does it better than IH. 
I just picked one of these up gently used. I’d never paid much attention to this model but the price was too good to pass. I’m quite pleased with it. Very well engineered piece. I’d love to stumble across the quilt lined version. I find this jacket functions much better than the leather CR’S I’ve owned. 
Received mine the other day. Stout piece of gear. Apparently it’s so good I’ve lost my head over it. Looking forward to breaking it in.
What is that jacket you're wearing under it? I'm always looking for inner layers/liners to extend my denim jacket wearing season…
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That's actually nothing more than a vintage nylon vest I grabbed at thrift store. Does the job though.
Received mine the other day. Stout piece of gear. Apparently it’s so good I’ve lost my head over it. Looking forward to breaking it in. 
Just dropped mine off at UPS. All that remains is a slow rolling tear, quivering lip and the hope for what could have been…LOL. On the plus side, if you were hoping to acquire an XL...take note, one will be available soon.
^ I'd be happy as could be with that fit! Damn man that's what i wanted! Looks great. Congrats!
I think your fit looks good, @ton312. How does it feel buttoned up?
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I second this. It looks good to me, and could be a useful layer piece. It does boil down to your personal preference though.
I’m certain I could layer under a large as well. But wouldn’t have nearly the excess material without a layer underneath. I’ll just keep refreshing the page with hopes a L has been returned. LOL. It could happen!
I think your fit looks good, @ton312. How does it feel buttoned up?
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It just feels one size too large overall. I'm also inclined to believe this denim is a bit more prone to stretch than my others, which would exacerbate the sizing woes. I'm heartbroken b/c I have waited for this to drop for what seems like forever. I'm praying that somebody returns a large. I know it's a long shot. I'm thankful for the IH return policy and the staff. As usual, Adam has been very helpful. I hate to return things but at this price, for me anyway, it has to be perfect.
I sorely wish I’d purchased a large. Feels too big/too long all around compared to my 526pj. And several sizes larger than my black 101j. Can’t figure it out. If there’s somebody who bought a large and wants to upsize to an xl I’m all ears for a trade. It’s such a beautiful jacket. Sleeve diameter is spot on. Otherwise it’s going back. I’m 5’11” 210lbs 
Mine was delivered today…will post a fit pic today when I get home.
Arriving Wednesday in Chicago. I assume everybody who ordered in the US will have a spectacular Wednesday.
Timing with the weather couldn't be better.
