SUPERDENIM SMALL QUESTIONS THREAD (Use instead of making new threads)

[PhillyFresh]

This may a lot to ask but, I've been looking for denim for so long and have yet to a cut that I'm satisfied with. Im looking for Flathead, SDA, Samurais, FullCount, Warehouse or Edwin. With these measurements post-soak:

31W

14.5-15.5 BR

11-11.5 FR

11-12 Thigh

8.75-9 Knee

8-8.3 Hem

The closest thing I've seen are 3sixteen+BSP but I've never seen aging pictures, so it's hard to purchase.

Suggestions?

[Maynard Friedman]

Couple of suggestions:

Warehouse 800 size 32 one wash:

http://blueingreensoho.com/site/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=shop.flypage&product_id=5270&category_id=&manufacturer_id=4&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=62

Fullcount 1101:

http://blueingreensoho.com/site/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=shop.flypage&product_id=9316&category_id=&manufacturer_id=34&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=62

[PhillyFresh]

Yeaa I found 2 pairs of Fullcounts that have ideal measurements. Did those Warehouse have a raw model? I couldnt find any. I just wish SDA didnt have such a small rise. Same goes for Samurai

[Maynard Friedman]

Samurai often have higher rises. Which model are you looking at?

[PhillyFresh]

Samurai S5000VX- FR is too small for the 31. 32 would be okay but my real waist is 31. My 32's stretch out too much.

S710XX- sz32 might pass, probably the most ideal cut.

S002 Yamato- hem is too wide.

The "texas cotton" models seem like ideal fits, but I dont know how they fade. The "texas-cotton" throws me off.

FlatHead is my #1 choice but I have yet to find a cut that I like.

[Maynard Friedman]

You could get the Eternal 811s. Here are the one wash measurements for reference (size 32), the rise is a little lower than you prefer. I have both Eternsls and Flat Heads and the 14.5oz denim is very similar.

http://blueingreensoho.com/site/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=shop.flypage&product_id=8965&category_id=&manufacturer_id=38&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=62

Or get the Flat Head F380s in a 31, again the rise is a little lower than you'd like:

http://www.selfedge.com/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=68&products_id=210

Edit: also look at Sugar Cane. Hawaii, Okinawa and 1947 all seem to fit the bill for you in terms of measurements.

Edited September 27, 2012 by Maynard Friedman

[PhillyFresh]

Im gonna look into the Samurai 710s, Warehouse and some FullCounts again. Though Im really interested in Edwins, I cant find measurements anywhere aside from the Edwin website. And from my past experience the measurements weren't accurate.

Thanks for your help!

[Sway_P]

Does anyone know of a good tailor in NYC i just bought some G-Star Jean that i want tailored to the same measurements as my Diors

[Cold Summer]

Just get the Samurai S710s. I wish I could go two years back in time and just tell myself to go ahead and buy a pair. They're pretty much the perfect cut - regular rise, slim at top thigh, relaxed in the middle, perfect taper at the bottom. You can't go wrong with them (though I still like Flat Head's denim more.)

[forthosewhotoil76]

Hey there sufu, hoping for some quick advice. I bought a raw denim Iron Heart western/work shirt years ago that has proven stubborn regarding oder when it comes to the washing machine. I've heard of different ideas about soaking in various substances, like vodka, as un-conventional washing options, but I was curious if anyone has tried any successful options. Any ideas/suggestions would be great.

Edited October 1, 2012 by forthosewhotoil76

[LckyChrmsBBoy]

anyone know the site where people post up their worn in denim? Cant remember

[ranonranonarat]

superfuture.

[Maynard Friedman]

Hall of Fade?

[LckyChrmsBBoy]

not hall of fades. It's not like a forum where ppl are posting questions and stuff. It's strictly pictures

[Discyphr]

does the temperature of the water matter when soaking sanforized denim just to get that initial shrinkage out (before hemming)?

[satchelbmoore]

yeah, hot water will shrink the jeans more than cold. sanforized denim won't shrink that much.

[sublimeblue]

Hey all, first post, first raws. I ordered some flathead f310 frontiers alittle over a month ago. gave them a hot water soak when they arrived and have been wearing them constantly since. http://imgur.com/a/FucW4 this is at 1 month, was curious as to how they are coming along and what people think of the fit.

Edited October 4, 2012 by sublimeblue

[NewStandard]

try the flat head thread

[sublimeblue]

thanks for the tip. sorry to post in the wrong place.

[exaptavist]

.

Edited October 9, 2015 by hoggreaser

[Maynard Friedman]

Hoggreaser, what type of fit are you looking for - slim, straight, loose? High/mid/low rise? Give us something to work on here!

[beautiful_FrEaK]

100 GBP for a "real" pair of Japanese jeans could be a bit hard to find

First you got the Osaka 5, which are Evisu, Fullcount, Warehouse, Denime, Studio d'Artisan.

They are more into the reproduction (although Evisu and Studio d'Artisan also do some crazy stuff too)

Then good brands are: Ironheart, Samurai (not new, older than Ironheart for example), Sugarcane (also more classical stuff), Eternal, PBJ (crazy texture), Oni (also crazy denim texture), Momotaro (different brands connected to them, can be misleading sometimes) the flathead .

From the Shoes thread I would guess you are more into the classical stuff? So Sugarcane, Fullcount, Warehouse and Denime might be brands you should check out first.

And well...you have to go through all this stuff to make up your mind. We all kinda did it and learned over time by reading here. I don't think we have the"fast food" version of knowledge here.

Search, read and learn. That's the best way

Edited October 6, 2012 by beautiful_FrEaK

[exaptavist]

.

Edited October 9, 2015 by hoggreaser

[beautiful_FrEaK]

well...I guess your knowledge about boots also wasn't achieved over night so you're right. it's part of the game and fun to get to know all this stuff.

sc 1947 will be the most classical pair and also the cheapest (I'm leaving n&f out here as they are no real japanese jeans).

the momotaro superdenim has is one of their subbrands, marketed for the younger and European market (slim and skinny fits).

the brands for a classic fit at superdenim are Joe McCoy, Studio d'artisan and maybe Edwin.

at denimgeek I would only look at flathead for japanese jeans.

As I suppose you aren't running around with no pants on, you should take somne time to see what you like, then research about shrinkage and stretching and sizing.

[exaptavist]

.

Edited October 9, 2015 by hoggreaser

[Maynard Friedman]

Don't forget LVC and Lee Originals.

Here's some LVC 67s for £95.

http://www.geniyus.com/item/Levis-Vintage-Clothing_Jeans_1967-505-JEANS_0_5_813_0.html

Edited October 6, 2012 by Maynard Friedman

[big truck]

In fact, if hoggreaser checks out ebay, he could compile the desired 60s outfit with good priced LVC pieces. No chance of decent denim for £100 though unless it is used.

[bestie]

hog, this is by no means "official" or anything, but A.P.C. tends to be a very popular "jumping off" point.

very classic, very simple, and not many cuts/editions to wrap your head around. they're a touch out of your price range (about $185 USD) but you can't go wrong.

[exaptavist]

.

Edited October 9, 2015 by hoggreaser

[exaptavist]

.

Edited October 9, 2015 by hoggreaser