IH-888S-21 - 21oz Selvedge Denim Medium/High Rise Tapered Cut Jeans - Indigo
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They look fantastic, both in terms of fit and as a well worn pair of jeans.
You could definitely stick to the 888, trying the 25oz XHS or the 14oz variant, depending on your preference.
Other fits you may like would be the 1955 (a bit more traditional, but still a high rise and more of a taper from knee to hem), or go for the 555, for a more modern slim cut, while maintaining a medium to high rise.
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neph93, sabergirl, Graham - Many thanks for advice and help it’s much appreciated. Looks like the 1955 is the only cut with a similar rise, so it’s either risk those or stick with 888, I’m leaning towards ‘if it ain’t broke don’t fix it’. The 14oz sound interesting but I’ve never handled it, I’m guessing it behaves the same as the 21 just lighter in weight?
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@Dentman Excellent fit!!!!
Here’s two early fit pics of mine, when I bought them at Statement store in Munich, and when I wore them the first time.
And a back pocket update pic at ~70 wear days:
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The 14oz sound interesting but I’ve never handled it, I’m guessing it behaves the same as the 21 just lighter in weight?
I’m ruined for “lightweight” denim and don’t have anything lighter than 19oz at the moment. Never tried the current version of the 14oz. The word is that the weave is tighter and less stretchy than the 21oz. It is often claimed that the 21oz performs better than the 14oz in warm weather.
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Excellent!
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Just brought a pair of these in tag 36. Thanks to the fellas in the shop for advice on sizing and @neph93 fir recommending the cut. Will retire my year old 777-14s…...
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yup new here…
tried the 777s first, but my body type says 888 (also Cephalopods are my favorite animals). Anyway, these feel perfect. Re-confirming the softness of the 21oz and this model makes crouching possible without showing my crack or hindering movement. Still feels a lil snug, but nothing that won't stretch. I believe.... fit pics below. If you look closely you can see the extra corona kilos...
remark about the model. I feel the hem size could be smaller/tighter. Have to add I have maximus gluteus and thicc quads but small calves & tender ankles. The hem & below the knee fit of 777 looked nicer imho. I'm 1,83m (6ft) and around 95kg - it's a size 36
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I've grown out of mine again, sadly. The narrow knee measurement means they're too tight to move in freely when I add some muscle to my thighs. 6'1, 225lbs, 35" waist, own tag size 36. When my backside completely fills out the rear of these it also produces a weird crotch effect from the combo of the wide hip measurement and high front rise. I'm limited to baggy jeans or Levi's 541, and Levi's are only selling the inferior version of those jeans outside of America, for whatever reason.
I would absolutely love a more athletic version of these jeans, with a slightly wider thigh and some more knee width, and a regular front rise and hip. Pretty pleeeeeease.
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My 888s after awhile. Note: they were tapered by Railcar Fine Goods in Los Angeles, California.
WALLET POCKET by B1LF, on FlickrI know I'm a tad a late but these look amazing.
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Sounds to me like you might want to check out self edge’s 633.
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I was excited when you offered me a recommendation… unfortunately those jeans are miles off being wearable for me. In my waist size, 35, (tag 34) rear rise and thigh measurements are both short by nearly 2 inches, and the knee measurement is smaller than on the 888s.
Of the Iron Heart jeans I've seen, the 1955S that I own fit my legs well, but I find the very high front rise combined with wide hips provides lots of excess material in the crotch which is extremely unflattering. They look good so long as a wear a shirt that covers the crotch. They're obviously intended to be worn higher than I can wear them- my huge arse from years of weightlifting and sport means the rear rise is lost covering that.
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It’s a struggle. Ive tried most of the cuts IH makes, at this point, and there are some trade-offs with some, while others just aren’t possible (777!). Sounds like 888 is your best option.
Have a peek at the 463. You’ll lose the taper, but this one is my absolute favorite for front/back rise ratio.
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@richardjohn22 ! Have you considered the 634's. I am 5' 11, 235 pounds ,with 28 inch thighs and the 634's work. I can wear tag 36 for more of a slim 666 look or tag 38 which is my TTS. Just a thought. Now if you want a more taper fit, i can see the issue. I can wear the 888's also but i have to size up.
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Sported those 888s with my Johnny Cash II.
117 wear days
