Dehen

[endo]

good man

[endo]

for direct comparison, the classic and the shawl cardigan 2.0, both size L whereas I wear XL-XXL in IH

[Karol]

It finally came. Thanks to all for the sizing feedback. I’m really glad that I went for medium. There can be debate regarding the overall length (I actually wanted it to be longer compared to the images on their website) and the shoulders could be more trim for my liking, but on the other hand the sleeves are very much IH style and fit quite snug. I will be able to use it with Henley or thermal and UHF and I’m sure that would be impossible if I went for small.

[stitchdown.shell]

Congrats! That looks fantastic. I think you were spot on with sizing. Thanks for sharing.

[Karol]

[stitchdown.shell]

@Karol Nice Dehen Shawl. Is that a UES Extra Heavy flannel?

[Karol]

@stichdown-shell Thats the one.

[Anesthetist]

Dehen x Division Road

[Mizmazzle]

Love it! I’ve got the classic cardigan in loden.

[Jens]

@Anesthetist what size did you go for?

[Anesthetist]

@Jens I went for a large. For reference I am 6’1, 180#, and wear a largish large or small XL in IronHeart. It is a killer piece that reminds me of the days when I collected Filson. Warm, scratchy, and feels like it will last 100 years.

[Jens]

@Anesthetist Thank you
I recall you taking xl in uhf westerns, so I thought it was large. I am usually xxl in uhf westerns, and after first wash they fit perfect. I am trying to figure out what size I should go for in the classic cardigan. I think Im right between L and XL

[Anesthetist]

Call or email division road and see what they recommend. Their service is stellar.

[Brandrea]

@Jens exact same as you. I’m torn between Large and X-Large…

[Brandrea]

So getting around to looking at one of these more seriously …

I think I’ve landed on the classic cardigan, but my only reservation is the wool. Can any of you owners comment on how itchy it feels? I realize that’s subjective depending on who you are … thanks!

[stitchdown.shell]

@Brandrea I own the shawl sweater coat and the wool is scratchy, but I dont find it uncomfortable. I sometimes wear it with a t shirt and I notice the arms being a bit scratchy intially, but after a few minutes I dont seem to pay attention to it.

I wear it with a collared shirt usually so Im quite happy with mine.

[Mizmazzle]

I’d say it’s a rough feel without being that itchy sort of tickle feeling.

[endo]

@Brandrea the wool feels scratchy at the beginning but gets softer. One of mine (the Shawl one) I've already washed in the washing machine with a wool program (Dehen suggests to do dry cleaning only, but it's ok if you know how to do it) and it has become even softer. I guess since they are not for babying they will last very long as long as treated right and will get softer over time.

[Brandrea]

Thanks @Mizmazzle @endo and @stichdown.shell, appreciate the information!

[SaddleSC]

@Brandrea I owned the Shawl Sweater Coat in Whiskey and I guess the "skin feel" is different for everyone, but it was absolutely the scratchiest wool garment I have ever worn. The forearm of the sleeve fits quite snug so unless I was wearing a long-sleeved mock turtleneck or something, any exposed skin felt like it was being lightly rubbed with sandpaper. I can wear my Filson Mackinaw Cruiser (which is also heavy wool) over a short-sleeved T-shirt with no issues, but the Dehen was just too much for me to handle so I sold it a month or so ago. I wish I could find a way to get along with it because the fit and quality is pure perfection. They use a different knit for the beanies, and I have three of those and wear them all the time...go figure!