IH-634-XHS - 25oz Selvedge Denim Straight Cut Jeans - Indigo
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I'm not copping out here, but most people enjoy the fact that they are bastards to do up the first few times, it's part of the 25oz journey…..
Like how I had to take a picture of the jeans standing on their own after the initial soak
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To echo what all these folks have said about XHS, the stubborn buttons are part of the gnarly journey of discomfort to gain what will likely be your favorite pair of jeans you've ever had. It just takes time. Make sure you don't have to use the bathroom too badly before going while wearing them…I came close to disaster with my latest pair of XHSbb the first day.
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reminds me of the time when I had to pee and I realized I had put my boxers on backwards 
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@Joe_M On another note,if you happen to be drinking beer during the break in period,don’t wait until the last minute to head for the bathroom. In fact give yourself extra time.
This is what I was alluding to exactly.
. Great minds think alike,as I hadn’t seen your post when I posted 2 minutes later.
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This is sort of a general 634 question — I'm wearing my 666 XHS today and I really would not mind a bit more room in the top block.
How much more room is there in the 634?
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How much more room is there in the 634?
Not that much. It is a little more roomy due to the thigh being more generous, but still snug over the hips and in the rear.
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Ahh cool, gotcha. Hm. I find myself wishing more and more that there were a straight 888.
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Ahh cool, gotcha. Hm. I find myself wishing more and more that there were a straight 888.
What's your inseam? The 1955´s have wide thigh but the taper will be reduced with a decent hem job. Either way I suspect you'd dig them.
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The 1955s seem great but from what I gather, they seem constantly on the verge of extinction… plus no XHS. I'm guessing no UHR either. One can hope? Dunno, I'm just a big fan of higher rise straight legs — they're sorta ideal for me. I've gotten some Mr. Freedoms and McCoys over the past year that really have the perfect fit, but I strongly prefer IH denim.
@henry_david @Palmer y'all mentioned enjoying the room — have you owned any 666? If so, thoughts on the diffs?
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I have 666 in a 40, and they still feel trimmer in the top block (except the waist) than my 38 in 634 or 888. An older pair of 666 that I have in 38 isn’t comfortable to put on any more.
666 doesn’t sound like the play for you unless you want to size up. If you’re willing to size up, I’d take another look at 555, also.
At the end of the day, I think neph is right—I’d look for 1955 or stick with 634 for straight cut fit from IH.
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I have 666 in a 40, and they still feel trimmer in the top block (except the waist) than my 38 in 634 or 888. An older pair of 666 that I have in 38 isn’t comfortable to put on any more.
666 doesn’t sound like the play for you unless you want to size up. If you’re willing to size up, I’d take another look at 555, also.
At the end of the day, I think neph is right—I’d look for 1955 or stick with 634 for straight cut fit from IH.
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Dear Ann, I always enjoy reading what you have to say
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I have 666 in a 40, and they still feel trimmer in the top block (except the waist) than my 38 in 634 or 888. An older pair of 666 that I have in 38 isn’t comfortable to put on any more.
666 doesn’t sound like the play for you unless you want to size up. If you’re willing to size up, I’d take another look at 555, also.
At the end of the day, I think neph is right—I’d look for 1955 or stick with 634 for straight cut fit from IH.
Thank you! I like the rise of 555s and 888s, really sorta my ideal for the top block situation. They're both just more tapered than I'd like — 888s barely get over my engineers and 555 not at all. I guess for me it's all about the rise, being a tall/lanky, long-waisted person. Plus I'm just severely over skinny jeans.
The next pair of IH I get will be a 634, likely the UHR. Psyched to see how they fit, hopeful that the little more room will push them over the edge for me comfort-wise.
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@sabergirl x2…true OG knowledge/wisdom. You guys (there’s a small list), have helped me numerous times without knowing it. I read the posts and made mental notes on sizing, rises, care, and cleaning.
Have saved me from numerous mistakes!!
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@popvulture – Well, the only time I could wear the 666 was when I was about 170lbs. (read: almost dead). I'm 190lbs. and 6'6" and I just wouldn't wear the 666 cut anymore. I would have to size up far too much in the thigh to make it work for me. The slimmest cut I wear anymore is the 634 which I consider to be a contemporary (slim) straight cut.
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@henry_david thank you! What size are you in the 634 XHS, out of curiosity? Those are a great looking fit on you.
