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

[mp201]

Can someone explain how and why humidity and temperature actually changes denim fading progress? I guess there are detailed articles in of pro-denim magazines, but I couldn't google any. I hear a lot about "those lucky asian guys getting sick fades by just brushing their teeth in denim", but can't see any explanation.

 

well we know that water removes indigo from most denims, so high humidity would basically just be like your jeans being in a half-wash state constantly while you're outside. I think temp is less relevant and just makes you sweat a ton, furthering the fading process.

[Sigur Rós]

i reckon it's the heat and a teaspoon of sweat that does it. Cause if ur a local like in sth east asia it's perfectly normal to wear a jacket in 35 degree heat and not break a sweat. Only foreigners sweat

[Geeman]

I see guys over there rocking IH tuxedos without a drip of sweat while I'm a walking puddle in a tshirt and shorts 

[itschrisb]

I sweat like a madman, it's awful!

Can anyone recommend me some options on taking in the waiSt of my jeans? I'd say half to a full inch would be perfect. Right now with my belt pulled all the way they just bunch up and look weird and still end up sagging !

[BOPOHA-KAP-KAP]

There are plenty of techniques, but basically all of them boil down to this: https://youtu.be/3IYUdSwy1vA This can be a trickier business with really heavy denim though. 

Can anyone recommend me some options on taking in the waiSt of my jeans? I'd say half to a full inch would be perfect. Right now with my belt pulled all the way they just bunch up and look weird and still end up sagging !

Edited May 10, 2015 by BOPOHA-KAP-KAP

[An Oxymoron]

I guess it would probably be better to make a thread, but does anyone know of denim shops worth checking out in Sapporo?

[kiblast]

Hey guys, wondering if someone could help me id'ing a pair of Levis LVC. They're from 6/8 years ago approx, 501 with the small XX on top of the 501 number. Limited edition 1180/1345. Back pockets have hidden rivets, no selvedge in the coin pocket, front pockets all rivets exposed, button fly. Selvedge and Capital E tag of course. Sorry but I'm no LVC expert, I just used to buy them roughly 6/8 years ago. Anyone has a clue on style name or value? thanks

 

EDIT: Photos.

 

http://imgur.com/BOI9gRj

 

http://imgur.com/uxfusoe

 

http://imgur.com/ZDWtNji

Edited May 15, 2015 by kiblast

[Maynard Friedman]

Any photos of the jeans or the label?

[kiblast]

Any photos of the jeans or the label?

 

Yes man, just updated the post with a few pics. Hope those help. I need to sell this pair so I'd love to have accurate info on them. Thanks for your help.

Edited May 15, 2015 by kiblast

[unders]

Mate, there should be a label on the inside. Should read something like 66501 (year & lot) and then another row should say SX YY (season & year). Should help you out or post an image and we'll be able to decipher it. If you're looking to sell always worth checking whether it was made in US or Turkey, if the latter just don't mention it on the listing!

Edited May 16, 2015 by unders

[kiblast]

Mate, there should be a label on the inside. Should read something like 66501 (year & lot) and then another row should say SX YY (season & year). Should help you out or post an image and we'll be able to decipher it. If you're looking to sell always worth checking whether it was made in US or Turkey, if the latter just don't mention it on the listing!

 

I know mate, I also know where to check, in the inside of the other LVC I need to sell there's the label that states ''made in USA'' and then ''F3 05''. But in the inside of these ones there is absolutely no tags except from a very small one that reads ''11''. I'm 100% sure they are legit, I purchased them maybe 5 yrs ago from a shop in Rome, one of the finest in the city, they sell (or used to) brands like Tenderloins, LVC, Buzz Rickson, etc. I stopped purchasing Selvedge denim years ago as I was changing weight+ living abroad, I would like to sell the old ones to get some new pairs.

[Maynard Friedman]

The lack of selvedge on the inside of the coin pocket combined with hidden back pocket rivets makes this pair seem slightly unorthodox and potentially not LVC. All the models that feature hidden rivets have coin pocket selvedge and those with no coin pocket selvedge have bartacked back pockets. Perhaps they are by Levi's Capital E or simply a special Levi's issue.

[kiblast]

The lack of selvedge on the inside of the coin pocket combined with hidden back pocket rivets makes this pair seem slightly unorthodox and potentially not LVC. All the models that feature hidden rivets have coin pocket selvedge and those with no coin pocket selvedge have bartacked back pockets. Perhaps they are by Levi's Capital E or simply a special Levi's issue.

 

Upon closer inspection they have no hidden rivets. I was tricked by the thickness+ discoloration on the backpocket rivets area.

So they're a special levis issue? They're limited to 1345 pairs if that can help id'ing the pair. You have more pics few posts above. Thank you all for your help!

[exaptavist]

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Edited October 10, 2015 by hoggreaser

[kiblast]

Similar (?) pair here in these ebay listings here and here

 

I think they are regular Levi's with selvedge and an arbitrary lot number. 

 

I think it's almost the same model. Thanks for your help sir! Much appreciated.

[kevincep]

anyone know where can i find denim shops in australia? especially melbourne?

[istvan]

anyone know where can i find denim shops in australia? especially melbourne?

 

CoRLection:

 

20 Russell Place, Melbourne, VIC 3000

[frasier oiseau]

anyone got any recs for makers that wool denim? like ~10% or more wool

bonus for a slim straight cut and under or around $300

[Gazzer55555]

I am a fan of the N&F Weirdguy cut as I like a taper but I find that the thighs/crotch area are slightly too tight and the waist is too big.  Can anyone recommend a good cut for me from either Oni, Samurai, or other brands.  I have been looking at the Samurai 710 and I think Oni has a good taper.  Any help would be much appreciated.  Thanks

[Bobbo]

An idea would be to measure the thigh and rise on your pair. It should give you a hint on measurements to look for in combination with a waist measurement that you'd like.

[Gazzer55555]

Thanks Bobbo - I didn't realize that all jeans usually provide measurements of waist, thigh, knee, and leg opening.  I will measure a few pairs of jeans that fit me well and compare to the weird guys's.  Hopefully that will help point me in the right direction for some other pairs.  From what rough comparisons I have done the Momotaro natural taper seem like they could be perfect. 

[UkeNo]

Can someone give me a breakdown of the differences between some Lonewolf Boots Models;

 

What seperates, the Carpenter, Wireman and Hunter Boots? 

 

Just the sole and the leather colour? Same last and upper?

 

Thanks

[CMCiA]

Does anyone know how the Nudie DEAN leather jacket fits? Or how their jackets fit in general? Looking to pick one up online but the price tag makes me think twice about nailing the fit.

[wanksy]

visvim 04 raw jeans, how the sizing work?

seen some people saying the size 30 waist will stretch to 31.5" and seen some people saying I should go TTS. I'm a true 32, 30 in DH/SLP

 

Appreciate some advice.

Edited June 2, 2015 by wanksy

[Yardsale]

Any point holding on to new excess jean yardage left over from hemming?

[Sugar Mountain]

Yes, keep the scraps for repairs later on down the line.

[Wasianman]

What do you guys prefer on sizing down with APC New Standards? I want a snug fit and just received a tagged size 31. I have a 34 inch waist and a tagged size 31 APC NS is measured at 32 inches in the waist. Is the Sz31 the way to go? I can button these to the top but with a little tight action struggle on the last button.

[givemefive]

Seems like you got the right size if they aren't too tight everywhere else.

Does anyone know if any companies use the same pointy type front rivets on the hidden rivets. I noticed my left field greasers have the pointy rivets on the back and I'm rather annoyed that they didn't source flat ones. All my other jeans have flat ones, but of course that's just 4-5 brands.

Edited June 7, 2015 by givemefive

[givemefive]

Any point holding on to new excess jean yardage left over from hemming?

Throw them in the wash with your weekly dark load to see how the denim will fade! They'll also be a more suitable color for when you need repairs.

[youhadanidea]

I'm thinking about getting a hem at a local tailor, but should I be worried about whether or not they can handle selvedge properly? Or is it safer to send into selfedge for hemming and chainstitching?