Skull Jeans by An Alchemist

[sunkenshoes]

The leg's on my 5010's are pretty much the same as on my Dior's I think. They might have a bigger hem though. I sized up one from my 19cm's.

[witts]

ok thanks, ive had a look through the thread a lof the pix of the 5010s look very similar to the dh19cm.

anyone tell me if there is much difference in the rise/upper leg width/seat ?

[zehero]

definitely size up. skulls have a slightly lower rise [likely from how stiff they are] my size 28 skulls fited tighter than size 27 diors by quite a bit around the waist

[witts]

definitely size up. skulls have a slightly lower rise [likely from how stiff they are] my size 28 skulls fited tighter than size 27 diors by quite a bit around the waist

hmm, this is making me lean towards the samurai 710xx then...

[fallen angels]

witts,

my opinion... i think general consensus is to go 2 sizes down on diors as they run 2 inches bigger in the waist vs. tag size (size 32 = 34" waist measurement). skulls 5010 are pretty true to size. i compared measurements for size 32 dh19 vs size 34 skulls 5010 (after hot soak), and the rise and thigh's are very very similar. dh19 has a more narrow taper from the knee down, though.

[witts]

cool thanks for everyones help, looks like im going with the samurai 710s.. lets go thread jumping

[Potsnu]

I was actually in the same boat you are, however given this is my first try at Japanese denim I didn't want to mess around with sizing and getting it right with shrink to fit.

Both are good pair of jeans from what I can tell though. Skulls seem to fade faster so that was a deciding point for me. Unlike my APC NS in Black that is unlikely to fade for a long long time!

cool thanks for everyones help, looks like im going with the samurai 710s.. lets go thread jumping

Well I just picked up a pair of Size 27 since that's what was for sale on the Supermarket. I think it should work out. I'm naturally a Size 28 using Fab Four's measuring guide. I sized down 3 on my APC NS and they actually fit comfortably. However the look is a bit too slim for my taste.

Hopefully the 27's won't make my legs look like a 12 year old gynmanst.

definitely size up. skulls have a slightly lower rise [likely from how stiff they are] my size 28 skulls fited tighter than size 27 diors by quite a bit around the waist

[Caddrel]

Skull 5010XX 6x6 worn off and on for around 10 months, probably no more than 6 months total wear. Washing them right now.

[Jackboot]

Skull 5010XX 6x6 worn off and on for around 10 months, probably no more than 6 months total wear. Washing them right now.

Looks great.

I request post-wash and fit pictures

[Junetastic]

Those whiskers are damn nice.

[Halifamous]

I ran my skulls by a local boutique and the owner really really liked what he saw.

If he's interested in carrying a few styles who should he speak to? I was going to give him Shininichi to start, is there a better option?

Besides BiG and SE I can't think of a better place to carry skulls than this guys shop. He has the only chainstitch machine in the city (antique, 1930's) and he does his own line of made to measure selvedge denim by hand.

[RAISED BY WOLVES]

I was going to give him Shininichi to start, is there a better option?

For some reason this struck me as hilarious.

[fearitself]

really thinking about getting a pair of skulls as my next purchase. I wear a 33 in imperial dukes and i could probably wear a 32 in them. They fit well but they aren't super tight. I also would probably be around a 32 in dior 19cm MII. Wondering if a size 33 or a 32 in the 50-10xx. I am really tall and skinny and my previous slim fitting jeans (dior 19cm MII) emphasised the length of my legs and im not really going for that. any thoughts?

ultimately how will the 50-10xx fit compared to dukes?

[enojy]

For some reason this struck me as hilarious.

not the kindest typo to make but yes, Shinichi-san is definitely the person to get in touch with about the question

[cristeza]

Skull 50-10xx 6x6. Just got these. Went true to size (30). I'm staying at my parents for Easter weekend, so I had to use their shitty camera and mirrors. I've only had them on for ten minutes and they already dyed my purcells...

[superslim_zac]

I have the same jeans/shoes man.

Lookin good.

[braid]

^ perfect fit cristeza

[Junetastic]

I also wear the same shoes and jeans. Great looking fit cris.

[Chris902]

nevermind. I just realized that you're talking about Toronto.

[gramps]

Wow, if Sydney's starts carrying Skulls I'll be psyched.

[sunkenshoes]

Like 15 days of wear and already some discoloration. It ain't much, yet, but this topic needs more pictures anyways. 5010XX 6x6 raw (no wash/soak).

[superslim_zac]

Wow, if Sydney's starts carrying Skulls I'll be psyched.

I heard something about boysbrushed carrying them in Sydney, don't know how true it is. I'll have to go see.

[fearitself]

really thinking about getting a pair of skulls as my next purchase. I wear a 33 in imperial dukes and i could probably wear a 32 in them. They fit well but they aren't super tight. I also would probably be around a 32 in dior 19cm MII. Wondering if a size 33 or a 32 in the 50-10xx. I am really tall and skinny and my previous slim fitting jeans (dior 19cm MII) emphasised the length of my legs and im not really going for that. any thoughts?

ultimately how will the 50-10xx fit compared to dukes?

still have this question, still looking for an answer. any help will be greatly appreciated

[zombiefood]

still have this question, still looking for an answer. any help will be greatly appreciated

The 50-10xx pretty skinny, but I don't think they make my legs look too long. True to size fit a little loose inthe waist, but i was not looking for skin tight. So if you want emphasis on your thigh shape I would go with at least a 32 or even 31.

[demarco]

cool, my pocket stitching is coming undone. Great pair of jeans(5010bk) but I don't think I'd buy them again due to how weak the stitching is.

[superslim_zac]

they were constructed with 100% cotton stitching intentionally because the founder of skull jeans loves the idea of repaired jeans.

That's what I heard.

[Gem_art]

still have this question, still looking for an answer. any help will be greatly appreciated

I'm sure the answer's already mentioned somewhere but to save you the trouble of searching I have a pair of black Dukes and blue 5010 6x6's both in 32W. The Dukes have a longer rise and a straighter fit in the leg than the Skulls. In the waist the Imperials are bigger than the Skulls stretching more with wear and contracting less when washed, for this reason I wouldn't size down.

[fornicatard]

Size down 1 for slim, true to waist for slim/straight. Mine are hella tight inthe waist, but legs are rather straight, my legs aren't skinny.

[nemoulette]

5507XXs, worn on and off since October 2006. Repaired as hell.

[alexmak]

5507XXs, worn on and off since October 2006. Repaired as hell.

wow they look pretty cool!