IH-666-XHS - 25oz Selvedge Denim Slim Straight Cut Jeans - Indigo

[Bob]

I wear a 31 generally, most recently in a 634XHS that proved an early challenge in the "crotchal" area, but which is improving steadily in that regard as I log many miles of walking in them.

I went with a 34 in my new 666XHS, and am very happy with that decision:  Though they will be roomy in the waist (I wear a belt anyway), they are a great fit all around. I can even fit my legs into them, though only just.

I hot soaked them twice before wearing in an effort to get most of the shrink out. Sanforized they may be, I literally watched them shrink in the tub. The fit changed markedly for the better, post-soak.

I am by no means experienced, but I stumbled on the best option for me, which was to size up, big-style.

[danielholmes]

@Giles:

That is n issue we see occasionally with the 25oz.  The yarn is so wide that the button hole stitch perfectly goes over just one yarn (not a good thing).  We are working out how to alter the button holer.  What has happened to yours is not good, let me chat to Haraki. I did send him an email after you original PM, but did not get a reply, I think he is run ragged getting ready for Bread and Butter.  I have hassled him again….G

Was this button hole question ever fixed?

[Giles]

Ongoing improvements…...

[Tucson_Thriller]

Just picked up a pair I had ordered. Let the stretching begin! How much do y'all think the top block will stretch? I can barley button them. I almost need pliers.

[Giles]

If you can button them up, they're good to go…...

[Seul]

If the thighs aren't too tight and you can button them up after a bit of a struggle, then you're all set.

[Tucson_Thriller]

Thanks G and Seul! I don't plan on taking them off anytime soon. lol!

[Seul]

Good lad!.. Enjoy the ride!..

[jdl1279]

After a month of working a second job in them, mine needed another wash to get rid of the oil they had picked up.

[moto]

With countless hours of drinking and surfing the forum I have taken the plunge and have a pair of 666xhs on route. After much deliberation I decided to size up on these beasts, mainly due to thigh measurements, hopefully I made the right choice, I'll find out in a few days …

[Seul]

@moto:

With countless hours of drinking and surfing the forum

Otherwise known as "The Seul Approach"…

[jdl1279]

I have owned these exactly one year today, with about 6 months worth of daily wear on them.

[Bob]

Your approach is what has worked for me. Good call leaving the jeggings to the choirboys.

@moto:

With countless hours of drinking and surfing the forum I have taken the plunge and have a pair of 666xhs on route. After much deliberation I decided to size up on these beasts, mainly due to thigh measurements, hopefully I made the right choice, I'll find out in a few days …

[Seul]

Looking good, jdl!..

[jdl1279]

Thanks Eli, they're getting there quicker now that I've been working in them. The combs are more electric than what comes through in the pics though. Given that yours pushed me over the edge on these the compliment is greatly appreciated!

[moto]

Seul,  I like your approach and plan to use it more often.

Thanks Bob, my logic was that for me, better to be able to shrink a bit or wear a little loose than squeeze into them. Looking forward to starting the journey in these, they've made it across the big pond and hit customs in Los Angeles … fingers crossed they continue on to me smoothly.

[davito]

@jdl1279 sweet pair

[jdl1279]

Thanks @davito, I absolutely love these!

[Seul]

Some sunlight in the ole pad, so some snappies. No flash.

[fanya]

looking great