IH-718 - Olive Heavy Cotton Satin Cargo Pants

[Dstauffer]

The serge’s were a bit before my time and I had to look them up….and they looked amazing!

[neph93]

They are incredible mate. I bought them on release and fubared the sizing. OK to start with then hefty twill stretch and weight loss rendered them unwearable. Kept them for a year before selling them to a good home (sabergirl). I do like these too, fortunately.

[Max Power]

@Finkster:

So true

[marlin]

Since there seems to be no other cargos planed, at least at the moment, I was wondering if I should get this one. I have already the 714 serge in 32, of course like it, but want one which is a little bit, weight wise, lighter. But folks, the 714 is not up for sale! Seams like the 718 in 31 would fit just fine, it is also not as wide as the 714 what i like as well.

Now my question, since I like a lighter one to compliment my 714, can you guys give ma idea how to compare them.

Like the 714 is 25oz. vs. the 718 is 14-18-21oz.? What I already understood is that the 718 is very tight woven, therefore not really breathable.

@Alex @Giles and of course all others with first hand experience.

Thanks.

[neph93]

The 714’s were 23oz compared to the 718’s that are around 16oz, but seem heavier. The two fabrics are really quite different. This has a smooth hand (but is also hairy) and is very dense, compared to the coarse, loose weave of the 714’s.

To be honest, you should just buy them. They’re ridiculously good and I’m convinced you’ll love them.

[marlin]

O.K. @neph93, thanks! That gives me a feeling, and I'am afraid you right, I would probably love them.

@Alex, could you please put a Good Art Hollywood Rosette Snap on the rear pocket? I'am not sure if I like it, or if it is to flashy for me.

Would be thankful for other opinions as well!

[marlin]

@Alex, and put the picture within this thread, please? Would be awesome…

[Alex]

12mm

17mm

[marlin]

Thank you so much for the extra work, it's greatly appreciated! @Alex

I'm liking it, not sure if 12 or 17mm, but tendency is to 17mm.

What does the community thinks? No go or go…12mm or 17mm...thanks folks!

[UnTucked]

17mm for the win.

You'll definitely have the most flashy booty in your neighborhood!!!

[Max Power]

17 looks great - I would just be afraid to lose it!

[marlin]

Thanks @UnTucked  and @Max Power, this is a concern I have as well.

To clarify, are we talking about the snap caps or the ones with the tube attached? The caps only hold via press fit, and the one with the tube get riveted, am I right? @Alex

[Alex]

No. Snap caps fit onto the male part of a snap, so the inside placket of a shirt for example (right hand side as you wear it).
These snap covers are fitted to their respective part with the fabric in the middle in much the same way as a normal snap upgrade.

[marlin]

Thanks!

[Alex]

No problem

[marlin]

Today I received the 718 and I am very impressed how it's made and feels, glad I took the chance as long my size is avalible. It's a size 31 and I think the fitting is just fine. Today arrived as well the IHW-01 from from a forum meber. But I decided me aginst the rear pocked upgrade.

[neph93]

They are such great trousers. Look very good, not least with the woolen shirt. Well done @marlin

[D97x7]

Yep these are awesome cargoes, I think I may even rate them above my 705/714s.

[marlin]

Thanks @neph93!

They really feel great, almost don't want to take them off! So happy i got them…

[neph93]

@marlin:

Thanks @neph93!

They really feel great, almost don't want to take them off! So happy i got them…

I’m pleased for you! I got mine as a replacement for my poorly fitting 714’s. I thought I was buying something I’d like less because of the smooth hand, lighter weight and shinier finish, but I agree with @D97x7  I think I like them more than the 23oz serge now. It’s a special fabric.