Hey,
Can I get some help re sizing, please?
TLDR:
I tried a pair of 888 36 and they were too big by an inch in the waist
I tried a pair of 888 34 and I couldn’t button them up. They were also tight everywhere else (self edge didn’t have a 35)
Are the 634 in a size 34 a good idea?
My info:
Thighs: ~25
Waist: ~34.5 (I don’t own a perfect fitting pair of pants)
Height: 6’4
Weight: 95KG/210IB
Build: lean
Note on thighs* I usually lift. But, I had knee surgery a few months ago. I’ve since lost some size in the legs and expect to add it back on over the next 6 months.
I think a good bet is a 34/34.5 waist (to stretch an inch) with a ~13+ thigh in a straight fit.
I tried the full count 1103 (15oz) in a 34 and they fit snug in the waist, just right in the thigh, but felt tight in the crotch. They measure ~ 11.75 front rise and 13 upper thigh.
I recently took a somewhat misinformed punt on a pair of Samurai S510XX 36 (now for sale) with the following measurements per the iron heart measuring guide:
Waist laid flat: 18
Front rise: 12
Back rise: 17
Thigh 13.75
Knee: 9.5
Hem: 8.5
They’re over an inch too big in the waist. I can wear them high on my hips but then I’m constantly pushing them down and conscious of the faff.
An 888 size 36 has a front rise ~12.5 and back rise of 16.9. A 34 634 has a 11 front rise, 15.5 rear, and a slightly smaller thigh at 13.3. Given my height, thigh and waist will this model and size be too small?
Some other questions, please:
How much will the rise area loosen, stretch and mould?
How much will the thigh stretch? I’ve read contrasting answers. Some say they won’t stretch, others say they have gotten 1/2 an inch.
Should I talk directly to iron heart to see if I can get a 634, size 34, with a slightly longer rise and bigger thigh, if possible? (Having seen that thing suggested here a few times)
Are there any models I have overlooked considering the above?
Thanks