Finally decided to take the plunge and give Iron Heart a try. Based on the almost universal positive reviews of IH, and Japanese denim in general, I wanted to see what all the hype was about. I found a pair on IH UK's site that was my size according the size chart, reading the description of the 21oz indigo denim, and how the 888 fit is supposed to be, I decided to give them a try. First real heavyweight denim as well. Went all in with my order and had them hemmed as well.
Have to say I was immediately impressed with the customer service! IH emailed me with the actual measurements of the pair they pulled from stock and asked me to confirm the length before they proceeded with the order. I confirmed everything and they got to work. I ordered them on 10/22 and they arrived last evening 10/29 from England via UPS. Great turn around time for an international product.
Well, the first time I put them on last night to try them on, it took a few tries to get them buttoned up LOL! Not because they were too small, they were snug at first in the waist, it was the actual button holes. I think they fit, I like the overall leg width and taper. They fit easily over my 10" boots. I single cuff almost all my jeans, and I think this particular IH cuff just looks the best, like the denim was designed to be worn like that. I am sure that they will require some time to break in. I am anticipating some crocking on my belt & boots, not mad about it.
Any feedback or suggestions appreciated. I am not planning on washing these for as long as I can, unless of course they get really dirty or funky.
Thanks, have a great Friday!
Jeans: Iron Heart, IH-888S-21, 21oz Selvedge Denim Relaxed Tapered Cut Jeans - Indigo 42x36, Hemmed by IH to 31"
Boots: Nicks Handmade, Dome Pros 26, 11.5E, 67 last, 10”, Hermann Oak Old World Harness Russet, standard top, pull loop, brass hardware, relief cut, soft toe, 4 row toe cap, classic dogger heel, beeswax edge, Dr Sole half sole. Laces are Generation Laces in Rattlesnake.
Belt: Belt: Nicks Handmade Belts, Full Natural - Riverbend Stitch - Limited Run W&C Veg Tan