IH-526Lod - 19oz Left-Hand Twill Selvedge Denim Type III - Indigo Overdyed Black

[neph93]

@HeavyGenes:

The denim feels very dense. Wonder if even a tiny bit of stretch are in them.

I have jeans made of the same denim (non-od) and despite the dense starting point it softens, relaxes and loosens very nicely.

[HeavyGenes]

Some patching to my favorite IH jacket.

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[Paul9221]

Great patches, amazing beard

[HeavyGenes]

^Haha. Thanks. Patching, one of my new and current obsessions. Bearding a tried and true obsession.

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[Paul9221]

That speed skull patch is so dope!

[HeavyGenes]

I really like NNN patches, but they are so hard to get and are expensive. Then I started my internet digging for patches with an aesthetic I liked. Got the speed skull along with some of the others at an Etsy shop. I love her aesthetic and the patches lived up to my expectations when I received them. My only gripe is they took a long time to ship. It's nice to be aware of this if you get something. But when you get it you'll be happy.

https://etsy.me/2MnBSoG

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[Jett129]

Really cool stuff love the patchwork as well. Patch placement on the sleeves is pretty unique.

[HeavyGenes]

Placed for viewing while riding. [emoji41]

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[Jett129]

I like the way you’re thinking. I have a 2014 Heritage,what are you riding?

[HeavyGenes]

2015 Indian scout.

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[Jett129]

Nice,I have a friend with a gorgeous Chief Vintage. I’ve ridden just about all of them whenever they have the demo truck at the dealer. Great bikes.

[HeavyGenes]

Added a few more patches. New and repurposed.

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[Wlemon]

Looks awesome. 

[steelworker]

Love the PeeWee patch @HeavyGenes !

[setandsetting]

Speaking of patches, I was inspired by yours and picked up one of these for my 526Jod: https://www.etsy.com/listing/458067090/vintage-inspired-cat-patch

What's the best stitch to use to sew it on properly? Also should I pick up any specific type of needle to go through that 21 oz denim?

[HeavyGenes]

Cool chainstitch patch! I used a basic sewing needle, thick gauge. I’d recommend a thimble to push thru thicker areas like seams, if you are placing over areas like that. If you goto your local art/crafts store they can help you pick out thread. Usually it’ll be a sweet older lady that will happy to share any info with you. [emoji1417]

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[HeavyGenes]

I want to do a large chainstitch patch for the back. Need more inspiration and or ideas. But found these guys and will try for a custom one.

https://www.ironthread.com

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[RifJedi]

i'm a bit confused considering between 526Lod or 526PJ 21oz, any suggestion?
been using 526Jod for 3,5 years.
:-\

[Giles]

If you want another overdyed jacket, go for the IH-526Lod otherwise go for the indigo IH-526PJ

[rifmasdjedi]

@Giles:

If you want another overdyed jacket, go for the IH-526Lod otherwise go for the indigo IH-526PJ

Thanks Giles, guess i’ll go for indigo this time.