Recommend me a heavyweight denim 20oz PLUS
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Mmm tough decision another 25oz & pronto or 18oz.
Considering 18 for all season wear .Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
I've worn the 25 oz in the jungle in Colombia during the summer and it wasn't too bad. They were really broken in though. Some of the best fades I've ever seen come from dudes in Thailand that wear their jeans all year long in the heat and humidity. But it will definitely give you "bat wings".
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@Filthy25ozJunkie:
Hi Chris! Dude get a pair of 777 XHS 25oz. You won't be disappointed. They completely destroy any other brand or denim. They literally are a must own experience.
No offense, but N&F and the rest are pretty "meh" compared to Iron Heart 25oz. The 777 cut is the slimmest cut next to the 555 available in the 25oz denim. They fade great and will give your legs a workout breaking them in. Don't wash them for as long as possible and you're guaranteed great fades and a comfy pair of jeans that feels like rough sex on your legs. I'm not kidding and using hyperbole They are the very best. If your size isn't available fill out the form and save your money. It is worth it!
https://www.ironheart.co.uk/bottoms/ih-777-xhs.htmlThis!
hold out to justify and bite the proverbial bullet when you can… You'll thank Mike in the morning...
preach on, my brother!
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@Filthy25ozJunkie:
Forgot to post the link: http://www.ironheart.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=9770.0
Wow that cut is damn near perfect for me in a 34! I'm not a huge fan of the arcuate though but that can always be removed with a seam ripper.
Thanks for the input @Filthy25ozJunkie !
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@manufc10 you're welcome! I don't know, I think the arc is my favorite ever. And as fast as these are likely to fade (like the other IH 2x indigo) it will tone down after a bit. Did you see how it is 2 threads, white and blue?
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I didn't intend to completely derail this thread. Sorry OP.
Nice, inexpensive heavy denim: http://www.sage.gs/shop/bottoms/everbeast-25oz-unsanforized-deep-indigo/
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@Filthy25ozJunkie:
@manufc10 you're welcome! I don't know, I think the arc is my favorite ever. And as fast as these are likely to fade (like the other IH 2x indigo) it will tone down after a bit. Did you see how it is 2 threads, white and blue?
I did see that actually and I agree, it does look very cool close up. When looked at from a distance though it appears to be only the light blue, at least to my eyes.
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I think it only looks so stark because the denim is so dark. Just my opinion though.
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@Filthy25ozJunkie:
I think it only looks so stark because the denim is so dark. Just my opinion though.
Agreed, and it may be something I could live with once I have it in hand. Definitely an awesome looking fabric though
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I'll just chime in on the N&F/Unbranded vs. IH discussions happening. I own N&F Elephant 4s and IH 666XHS. Both have a different but very good fit. However, in terms of quality there is no comparison. The N&F break in was brutal compared to the IH so for that reason alone I always recommend spending more for the IH, especially if you're new to the heavyweight genre. I have also found the resilience to be higher on the IH. If cost is the issue, unless you have no jeans to wear currently, I would hold off on purchasing new jeans until you have saved enough to buy the IH.
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Thanks all!
Fantastic response, thank you for sharing your thoughts!
I am hearing the IH message loud and clear… living in the UK and within driving distance of Gosport, I am leaning towards a pilgrimage up and trying on everything heavy that they have in my size and taking some expert advice on fit.
I think the exchange rate has pushed IH to the limit of what I might be comfortable spending....but at some point I think I must purchase IH and my denim journey will not be complete until I do... so I guess anything else is false economy
Having said that the Sage Everbeast did catch my eye on Instagram... are these tried and tested denim or something new?
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@DevonReviewer I've seen at least 3 Fade or the Days/Fade Fridays on heddles.com with that brand. I can't speak to the quality but they do seem well made. Just curious, what size are you? I might have an old pair of iron hearts I can give you that still have plenty of life in them.
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@Filthy25ozJunkie:
@DevonReviewer I've seen at least 3 Fade or the Days/Fade Fridays on heddles.com with that brand. I can't speak to the quality but they do seem well made. Just curious, what size are you? I might have an old pair of iron hearts I can give you that still have plenty of life in them.
That's really kind of you, I am a 32 (I have contemplated going 31 but with heavyweight it may not be the time to experiment).. whilst I know tag size is a imperfect science, hiut, unbranded and levi's have worked at 32 tag for me.
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I have a size 33 that I blew the button off if you want them. I replaced the button with a copper penny. They look pretty cool. They are IHxB01-25oz XHS. You can pay shipping.
Go here and see if the measurements are close to what you need in size 33 https://www.ironheart.co.uk/extinct/ihxb01-25.html
Sizing up is not too much of a big deal because this is technically a half size up from 32
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Here's the penny. These were world famous because Giles shared the pic on Facebook and Instagram xD
@Filthy25ozJunkie:
@Filthy25ozJunkie:
I blew the button off my Beatle Busters. (Giles was right! I shouldn't have sized down!) So I made a sew-on button out an old copper penny, and affixed it with some Kevlar. It turned out really great. I made the holes in the penny using a center punch, and hammered out the penny making it concave using a ball-pin hammer as a die and a 9 pound hammer. It took 2 blows over a piece of soft pine to make the right shape. I might like this better than the regular button. -
@Filthy25ozJunkie:
I have a size 33 that I blew the button off if you want them. I replaced the button with a copper penny. They look pretty cool. They are IHxB01-25oz XHS. You can pay shipping.
Go here and see if the measurements are close to what you need in size 33 https://www.ironheart.co.uk/extinct/ihxb01-25.html
Sizing up is not too much of a big deal because this is technically a half size up from 32
I can super hot soak them for you and give you some waist measurements.That is incredibly kind of you!
A slim taper would definitely be of interest, I have not gone for taper yet, for some reason but suspect it may be the optimal fit.
Are you in the UK or US? If I do take them on and they do not work for me I would happily gift them on through the forum.
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That's cool. Please give me 12 hours and I will hot soak/ wash them and fan dry them over night and measure them for you. It takes a while to get these dry enough to measure. I am getting tattooed tomorrow. But hopefully I can make to to the post office and get them weighed to give you a price on shipping cost. Please pm me your address for the shipping quote, too.
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@Filthy25ozJunkie:
That's cool. Please give me 12 hours and I will hot soak/ wash them and fan dry them over night and measure them for you. It takes a while to get these dry enough to measure. I am getting tattooed tomorrow. But hopefully I can make to to the post office and get them weighed to give you a price on shipping cost. Please pm me your address for the shipping quote, too.
PM sent, thank you for the offer!
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Cool, I'm pretty stoked these are going to get a new home. The good news for you is they are really nicely broken in. The denim has softened up nicely. They aren't baby kitten soft yet. But better than them being brand new.
In the worsh. The water is scalding hot. Too hot to submerge my hands in. So they should shrink a little more.
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@Filthy25ozJunkie:
Cool, I'm pretty stoked these are going to get a new home. The good news for you is they are really nicely broken in. The denim has softened up nicely. They aren't baby kitten soft yet. But better than them being brand new.
In the worsh. The water is scalding hot. Too hot to submerge my hands in. So they should shrink a little more.
Thanks Mike… also I see some Thunder Soap! I have some ready for a 6 month wash for my Hiuts too!
