Iron Heart Jeans

[Mr_Makeo]

I think based on the (lack of) length and baggy profile that chopping these was the right decision. They'll be perfect as shorts.

[ironheartfan123]

looking forward to see how those turn out...from short pants to long shorts!

[Broark]

Love my turquoise and grey IH flannel!

[swiss-jeansfreak]

I would just have worn them the regulsr way.

I wouldn't have cared about too short pants Flo

[Max Power]

Thanks for all the input. They're at my tailor, I'll report back when I get them. It's worth doing a little experiment, I think (I got them fairly cheap, knowing they'd be too short).

[oomslokop]

i wonder how your tailor got on with hemming pants made from fabric that thick, max. i've always liked this write-up on them http://obscured.com.au/denim-jeans/iron-hearts-23oz-oh-cool-cargo-pants-wtf/, nearly made me click buy despite the pure impracticality of wearing such thick heavy pants where i live.

[antiseptic]

hmm i really need opinion about the IH's 21oz denim just like in their 777s and 634s

is that a contrast and fast fade denim like the 18oz denim in 666s? 

what is the characteristic of the 21oz?

thanks!

[spitfiredealer]

It's not a fast fader at all.

[Max Power]

The 21 oz fabric has been treated (washed I think) in a manner that it fades pretty slowly. Whereas most other IH denims fade with very high contrast. In General the 21 oz denim has a very smooth, regular surface, no hair, no slub. IMO it's for those who want a subtle pair of Jeans, not crazy fabric or fades.

[Max Power]

i wonder how your tailor got on with hemming pants made from fabric that thick, max. i've always liked this write-up on them http://obscured.com.au/denim-jeans/iron-hearts-23oz-oh-cool-cargo-pants-wtf/, nearly made me click buy despite the pure impracticality of wearing such thick heavy pants where i live.

I'm curious too. They are really (!) heavy, at least above 1kg. He immediately noticed that, but it didn't Keep him from  taking the alteration request. As they have to sew over the double knee area, it will surely be interesting wether they manage to do it.

[antiseptic]

@spitfiredealer

ohhh ic ic thanks

 

@Max Power

hmmm i get it, its famous for its durability , and others but not its contrast fade

 

so any suggestion for IH denim that has great contrast other than the 18oz? because the 18 is too mainstream...

what about the IH's lightweight denim?

[Geeman]

IH only really use the 18oz or 21oz denim. As above 18 gives you character and contrast the 21 gives you subtle ageing. The 14oz is anew offering so won't be any experience with fades long term, (unless it was used in the triple works line?)

I assume you mean mainstream as IH is so popular in SE Asia? Have you considered another brand if you want something different?

[antiseptic]

@geeman

ohhh,and i think the 14oz is  still in the process of making, i saw in their IG

yup so popular in SE asia, currently i am looking for a contrast and slim fit, (except flat head and pbj, because i already have that)

i think i shouldn't continue the "looking for" topic in here.... 

thanks btw!

[ShootThePier]

I'm getting high contrast, fast fades on the UHR denim. Is that 21oz you're talking about?

I don't count the number of days worn, but my IH DWCXUHR seem to fade faster than my Samurai Denimio Geisha. I did do a lot of bicycle riding early in the life of my DWCXUHR.

[Max Power]

My short impression about the denims (there's a lot more than mentioned):

 

- 17 oz Natural Indigo: interesting denim, cheap for what you get, slow fader but with fairly high contrast

- 16,5oz double indigo duck: super high contrast, stiffest material, not the usual fabric - might be worth a try if you want something further away from mainstream

- 18 oz: IMO the most appealing, fades pretty good, most character & slubs, also not sanforized

- 18 oz II denim: high contrast, but the stitching pops out (very loud)

- 19 oz LHT: super high contrast, stiff denim

- 20 oz SE exclusive grey weft: no personal experience

-classic 21 oz: fades slow, with a greyish tone, no high contrast

- 21/23oz Raw denim: nice marbling & fades, also very appealing

- 23 oz sanforized: fades with fairly high contrast

- 25 oz: dito

 

Then there's also another 17 oz denim that was used on some pronto models, the 21 oz SBG denim and the new 14 oz denim...plenty to choose from.

[ShootThePier]

The DWCXUHR I was mentioning is the 21/23oz. Raw.

[Ciabatta]

None of IH's cuts really appeal to me but part of me really wants a pair. Mostly because the Self Edge model wears them and it's cool seeing his pair wear in over time.

[antiseptic]

@shootthepier hmm i mean the classic 21 oz, but in the reality its not a fast fade hahaha

hmm UHR, thanks for the suggestion, it gave me another option

 

@maxpower

wow thanks a lot for that such an information!

[Max Power]

Some additional info:

 

Cuts:

 

http://www.ironheart.co.uk/cuts/index.html

 

http://www.ironheart.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=6503.0

 

Fabrics:

 

http://www.ironheart.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=5760.0

 

(Would have saved me some typing work if I had recalled those yesterday).

Edited March 1, 2016 by Max Power

[mpukas]

I wish IH would do more with the 1955. The measurements look appealing and I really want to try on a pair. I read that Giles said that cut didn't sell well, and they are not planning on doing anything more with it. Hopefully he and H will change their minds. 

[Max Power]

I always found the rise to be just a bit too long - the rest looked fine. I guess it tapers a bit too much for the repro guys and has too much rise for the modern fit guys.

[IDIOT BITCH]

Not too much development from the last post, but here they are anyway. DWCxUHR, ten months, four hand washes. Color on these is for once pretty near dead on. Indigo on the calves is starting to give way and take on a grainy appearance and the cuff holes are getting quite pronounced.

 

[mpukas]

I always found the rise to be just a bit too long - the rest looked fine. I guess it tapers a bit too much for the repro guys and has too much rise for the modern fit guys.

I can see how many <young> guys would find the combination of high rise and tapered leg not appealing. But then again many <older/middle aged> guys are looking for just that. And, Kiya says that their exclusive-to-SE 633 cut has been one of their best sellers (yeah, I get it's got no relation o the 1955, it's a tapered version of the 634). Personally, I think tapering my 634-XHS to an 8" hem was the best thing that could be done to them. 

[Max Power]

Here they are - no comments on how heavy the fabric was. I'm quite satisfied with the result. I like my shorts comfy and loose and think they will eventually shrink a bit with a wash. The super heavy fabric makes them not too easy to wear in hot conditions but I think I'll find enough situations. So I'm happy.

[karanimal]

Those turned out fucking great!

[ShootThePier]

thode look great! Very nice!

[Broark]

Iron Heart 666SI world tour jeans just got here, excited to give them a spin for a month!

[swiss-jeansfreak]

Not too much development from the last post, but here they are anyway. DWCxUHR, ten months, four hand washes. Color on these is for once pretty near dead on. Indigo on the calves is starting to give way and take on a grainy appearance and the cuff holes are getting quite pronounced.

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Awesome denim evolution seen here!

Rock them hard for ever

[Max Power]

Here's an updated IH Jeans & denim guide - might be helpful for some.

http://www.ironheart.co.uk/cuts/

[erase]

Helpful - but why is everything underlined?! ("ITS ALL IMPORTANT!!!")

Edited March 4, 2016 by erase