Iron Heart Jeans

[FLDenim211]

It's loomed on a projectile loom rather than the shuttle looms that inherently produce a selvedge loom.  It's a completely and totally different denim, with differences that significantly transcend what machine it was loomed on, and how the edges are finished.  To call it an economy denim, or insinuate it's of lower quality is incorrect, and ignores Iron Heart's DNA as a purpose built motorcycle jeans brand.  The projectile loomed, non selvedge 21oz denim is very very stiff, super tightly woven.  I'd list it's chief advantage over the 21oz selvedge as being significantly more wind resistant, which makes it a great fabric for Rider's jackets.  It does fade with more defined lines than the 21oz selvedge, but in my opinion it lacks some of the depth and color gradient that eventually develops with the selvedge denim. 

 

For anyone who hasn't handled the 21oz selvedge from Iron Heart, it's a surprisingly soft, breathable, and forgiving fabric that is unlike anything else clocking in around the 21oz range.  It is the reason that so many people who've never had any attraction to heavyweight denim end up buying 634s...it's a great cut with very comfortable, wearable, and impressive feeling denim.

 

Giving people knowledge! Every time I see you guys talk about the 21oz denim it makes my heart sing, since I picked up this pair as my venture into heavyweight.

[theorocks]

Iron Heart Tux...IH526J-IH634S-Iron Heart x Viberg

 

[Seul]

Early autumn... Enjoying it nonetheless...

 

 

 

[nizzel55]

Cross post from WAYW.

Added two pictures. The second one is just a cropped one of the first one.

IH-666S 247 days 4 soaks including the initial one. Going to soak it today again.

Edited August 19, 2014 by nizzel55

[youngofthesoonest]

those are coming along nicely. i've always liked that denim on the 666s. 

[Max Power]

The new Purple Flannel (101) compared to the 72s.

[B-Sandy]

Thinking about picking up a pair of SEXIH22 - 301S but I'm not sure about my size. Anyone have any measurements for a size 34 or 36? Pre soak, post soak, after a few weeks/months wear, any and all would help. 

[whorichard?]

Nice score Dragon! Congrats to your pops and yourself for being able to buy jeans from the best company IMO for $60! 
 

Really looking to invest in my first IH shirt this year. IHSH-75!!!!

[Mikeyone4life]

Thinking about picking up a pair of SEXIH22 - 301S but I'm not sure about my size. Anyone have any measurements for a size 34 or 36? Pre soak, post soak, after a few weeks/months wear, any and all would help. 

I don't have the 301S but I do have the 633. They don't shrink QUITE as much as the Self Edge disclaimer states. Take it for what you want but the measurements + disclaimer will get you pretty close to post-soak measurements. I also found mine took two soaks to get all the shrinkage out.

[vincent0524]

seul why do you always have that half squat stance lol

[edmond]

bb raw 17oz raw brand new fs guys size 36 lemme know

[Seul]

seul why do you always have that half squat stance lol

 

[nizzel55]

Cross post from evolution thread.

IH-666S 254 days 5 soaks.

250 days 5 soaks

[whorichard?]

Damn, I just bought this impulsively upon my arrival at SELA. They are absolutely fantastic and the new arcs are a welcome change. I love the fit, this denim and everything about them. Even when trying them on at the shop they were already easily buttoned and extremely comfortable. Just as ruben said this is the cut I was looking for! Roomy top block with a tapered leg!

 

 

 

 

Edited August 26, 2014 by whorichard?

[whorichard?]

Excellent jeans by the way nizzle!

[nizzel55]

254 days, 5 soaks and lots of love!

 

 

Click to enlarge!

Edited August 26, 2014 by nizzel55

[rustygoose]

Nice one !

[Max Power]

^^I'm sure this will be the winner. Congrats in advance!

[reallypeacedoff]

Impressive!

[nizzel55]

Thanks rustygoose, Max Power and reallypeacedoff!

 

Had a lot of fun making that picture.

[trisjohan]

x-post.

 

IHxB01

HC-DR-16

effective wears 7 months

2 soak

 

 

 

 

thanks

[Seul]

#1 STUNNAS!..

Edited August 30, 2014 by Seul

[Rain Dogs]

worn daily from january 31st to about 4 weeks ago. probably 10-15 washes. getting retired soon unless i can get off my ass and send them in for repairs.

[Seul]

Have them repaired mate. 

[mf051404]

254 days, 5 soaks and lots of love!

 

 

Click to enlarge!

Did not notice at first that your jeans "spelled" the brand...nice one

[tmadd]

I haven't worn Iron Heart for almost 6 years (since I let got of my SExIH03's) but that's all changing the minute I get my new 633s back from hemming!  The cut is close to perfect for me, and with Portland fall on it's way, I couldn't be more excited to really commit to everyday wear with the 21oz selvedge.  They'll be worn hard, and washed often!

[Dylan]

Going to Wyoming on Wednesday where it's going to be 50º. Definitely packing my Iron Hearts

[fanya]

Update on my 634s-sexih13 aka the 634 cut in the 23oz denim

 

I've been wearing these since I started work in April again, needed a different work pair than the MBBs as I was happy with where they were at progression wise.  These were put away at 4.5 months wear and with wearing them this season for 5.5 months put their total wear time at 9.5-10 months.  

Initially no washes for the first 4.5 months, then a soak and a wash followed by being on a shelf for a year. Current care for the last 5.5 months has been a machine wash ever week or three followed by being hung on a hook outside to dry.   I would say a dozen or so machine washes? I really have no idea though.  They also went through a couple rain storms as I didn't get them inside before it rained so they sat on the hook until the storm cleared and they were dry.

Bunch of pictures to celebrate end of season.  Still more work to be done but the bulk of it is over now.  These probably have around 1000 skydives now.

 

Pictures were taken in bright overcast conditions




















 

Edited September 8, 2014 by fanya

[jmattsen]

got a pair of 634s for my birthday coming up but i cant open them untill the 15th

 

a tip, if you want somone to buy you expensive jeans for your birthday, describe them as extra thick motorcycle jeans. my mom and girlfriend think im crazy for getting a $200 pair of jeans when im trying to convince them it was a damn good deal and that most of the time people pay $400+ for them. who would have thought that compared to all the women in my life i would be the one buying expensive ass jeans and boots

[shoreman]

I haven't worn Iron Heart for almost 6 years (since I let got of my SExIH03's) but that's all changing the minute I get my new 633s back from hemming!  The cut is close to perfect for me, and with Portland fall on it's way, I couldn't be more excited to really commit to everyday wear with the 21oz selvedge.  They'll be worn hard, and washed often!

 

Post up some pics when you can.