The Flat Head 3001

[genius215]

So my FH 3001 came in the mail today anticipated them the whole week and low and behold, couldn't even come close to buttoning them; huge gap. I guess I think I'm skinnier than I really am. That's what I get for going back to the gym. Exchanging 32 for a 34. Got a long wait ahead of me.

Expect my flatheads in a week Kiya; fuckin UPS.

[kiya]

So my FH 3001 came in the mail today anticipated them the whole week and low and behold, couldn't even come close to buttoning them; huge gap. I guess I think I'm skinnier than I really am. That's what I get for going back to the gym. Exchanging 32 for a 34. Got a long wait ahead of me.

Expect my flatheads in a week Kiya; fuckin UPS.

I can't stress enough the importance of using the size charts to determine your size over taking somebody's advice on the boards..

The size charts are pretty spot on and the only way to really know the size of jeans before you've received em..

[twistedtrees]

I can't stress enough the importance of using the size charts to determine your size over taking somebody's advice on the boards..

The size charts are pretty spot on and the only way to really know the size of jeans before you've received em..

Are your size charts listed as Pre-Soak?

Also, I'm starting to like these (the World Tour pair), but I also love slubby denim. Is there a similar cut with more texture in the denim? Don't get me wrong, this denim is nice, but it's pretty smooth at this point.

[kiya]

Are your size charts listed as Pre-Soak?

Also, I'm starting to like these (the World Tour pair), but I also love slubby denim. Is there a similar cut with more texture in the denim? Don't get me wrong, this denim is nice, but it's pretty smooth at this point.

All our size charts are presoak..

Most unsanforized denim will shrink ~2" in the inseam and 1.25" in the waist after the first hot soak.

[sidneylo]

One Year

6 washes; 3 soaks

[willy p]

friggin legendary!

[benz5521]

So my FH 3001 came in the mail today anticipated them the whole week and low and behold, couldn't even come close to buttoning them; huge gap. I guess I think I'm skinnier than I really am. That's what I get for going back to the gym. Exchanging 32 for a 34. Got a long wait ahead of me.

Expect my flatheads in a week Kiya; fuckin UPS.

If you put them in an envelope overnight is pretty cheap. That's what I did. It's well worth it.

[frank]

holy fuuck. whats your next jean gonna be?

[jaspar]

Brilliant, Sidney. Did you have to reinforce the crotch more than once?

[sidneylo]

After over 11 months of wear this is the first time I've had to take it to the tailor.

[la-vvoc]

sidney great work...just wondering tho how often did you soak it and why? also when was your very FIRST wash? thanks!!

[beatle]

holy fuuck. whats your next jean gonna be?

Second that question....

[maydenchina]

Ahhh

Now i have to wear my 310s superhard to catch up to sidney status

[docnbhd]

goddamn those flats are so intense sid.... We are not worthy, we are not worthy

[percy]

They are tagged 36", but ask any knowledgable denim person, and you'll learn denim made to be 36" always turn out 37" inseam. They shrink 3" with a full soak.

I'm 5'10", maybe a little taller. Mine are at 35.25" with no problems, and nice stacking. At 5'5", you can get away will a full hot soak, it'll shrink probably down to 34" if not even shorter.

If you guys need help with measurements for the 3001, please refer to past posts--I posted some in-depth analysis of the initial soak. Here's an animated gif since you all obviously love watching me and wonder how I look in action.

youve come a long way...

[CinSun]

hey there i hate to be asking another sizing question but i'd really appreciate some help before i decide to spend $300 on a pair of jeans. basically after reading through a majority of the posts in this thread it seems to me that the shrinkage in the waist is a bit inconsistent; sidney's pair shrunk about 1.5 inches in the waist after only a 2 hour soak, while others reported almost no shrinkage in the waist with longer soaks. is the shrinkage on this pair that inconsistent?

i measured my true waist (approx. 2 in below my naval, w/out jeans on mind you) and it came out to be 30.3 in.

if i pick up a pair im planning on soaking these in the hottest water i can get out of the tap, and letting them sit overnight (meaning the water will initially be hot but i won't continuously keep it up to temp.)

so, basically, my question is should i get a sz 30 or 31? again, any suggestions would be greatly appreciated

[sidneylo]

31... the thighs will get you if the waist doesn't...

[dino might]

couldnt be more true^

[CinSun]

thanks for the help guys.....just ordered the last 31 online from self edge......can't wait to get these!!!

[sunkenshoes]

Kind of weird question maybe:

Will the width of the legs shrink after the first soak? And how much will it be? Like an inch?

[grilled cheese]

Sidney, respect is due where it's due. And much respect due.

[dino might]

Kind of weird question maybe:

Will the width of the legs shrink after the first soak? And how much will it be? Like an inch?

yes it will, and in my experience typically a quarter to a half inch

[keendream]

ok my flat heads have gone through about 6 months or so of abuse doing construction work, and mechanicle work ( or whatever you want to call it ):

The rest of the pictaures i took didn't turn out very well, how do you guys take good pictures of your jeans?

[Magsåvningsreserven]

wow!

post the pics, worry about quality after

[MindxMatters]

yeah that contrast is looking ridiculous, I'd love to see some more shots - good or bad.

[fruitymilk007]

Would getting these tapered be a smart move on my part?

[keendream]

oh god.. the honeycombs are uneven? throw away jeans.. now!

itll be fine.

[kiya]

So my left leg has more honey combs than my right after the first day of wear, these will even out eventually right? I also have another question regarding the taper, would getting these tapered be a smart move on my part?

Throw them away now, you'll never get anywhere with those.

[the_state]

Throw them away now, you'll never get anywhere with those.

listen to this man. sucks that you need to start over again.

[fruitymilk007]

Yea, sorry I wasn't thinking straight. Just gotta ride these baby's out.