@SaddleSC Received the shirt today--my first UHF, in fact--in XXL. What a material! Warm like wool, and a flattering fit. Fit is very comfortable all around, though the sleeves are long but material rolls in a cool way. The sizing of these shirts is funky (in a good way for me at least) vs other brands, and the length on this XXL is surprisingly how I like it for my 5'9 frame. With larger sizes in other brands the arm openings are also always so big and sloppy. This one is terrific. The black overdye of the green tartan looks awesome and doesn't draw sniper fire. I dig how the moss green thread pops. Looking forward to how the material develops over time.
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RE: IHSH-343-OD - Ultra Heavy Flannel Tartan Check Work Shirt - Green Overdyed Black
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RE: IHJ-64-BLK - Horsehide Modified Type III Jacket - Black (Tea-Core Dyed)
Rockin' the new J-64. And man, what a solid and cool jacket! I went with the XL, and am 5'9, 190 lbs, broader shoulders and chest but shorter arms. Always had difficulties finding the right fit in nice leather, but this one feels great. For you watch guys, I had my tailor remove the cuffs and hem a plain sleeve so I can wear my watches. The horsehide is as distinctive as advertised...And that glorious smell.
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RE: IHJ-64-BLK - Horsehide Modified Type III Jacket - Black (Tea-Core Dyed)
@init616 That was a consideration for me as well. For me, I live in a hot and dry climate (in the summer), where only shirt sleeves are enough 6 months of the year. October through May though I wanted a leather. I've found in the last couple of weeks that this jacket is quite good with only a dress shirt, tee, or light/medium baselayer underneath in my daily range of 0-23C or so in the winter. The leather is thick, unlike any denim type 3 I've ever worn. Probably not the best choice in 35C or higher.
The break-in of the jacket has to be one of its best features as well. A bit of rain or sprayed water and wearing the jacket, stretching out the shoulders, back, and chest, the jacket just conforms brilliantly to your body, rolls forming on the arms. Super cool. Here it is two weeks in, wearing 10 of the 12 days or so. I used a butter knife to stretch the button holes a bit, as it's a bitch to button when new--your fingers will thank you.
Another sweet feature is the interior "gun" pockets. In my jacket, the right inside pocket is noticeably deeper than that on the left--likely variability in mfg so if important for you, good to check with the guys on the jacket they send you. I'm left handed though, so all good. Not that it is relevant in the UK, but that right pocket easily fits a 4" Glock 19 or Walther PPQ without printing on the outside of the jacket. Definitely brilliant thick leather that softens up quickly but keeps its shape.
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RE: IHSH-343-OD - Ultra Heavy Flannel Tartan Check Work Shirt - Green Overdyed Black
@Ross Check out this shirt under a UV light (blacklight). Pretty cool how the green, orange, yellows, and light blues come through.
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RE: IHJ-64-BLK - Horsehide Modified Type III Jacket - Black (Tea-Core Dyed)
@cityofdelusion @init616 Do these help? After removing the cuffs and tailoring the sleeve opening for a clean look and watch friendly, watches easy to wear and see. And I wear some big watches. 44mm Panerai or 43mm GS Tentagraph all good. I dig the tapered sleeve opening of this jacket, superb for you watch guys that hesitate with the long sleeves and tight cuff.
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RE: IHJ-64-BLK - Horsehide Modified Type III Jacket - Black (Tea-Core Dyed)
@DeeDee85 Glad it can help or at least share my experience so far. These jackets are freakin’ expensive and best to know what we’re in for before our wives figure out how much we actually paid.
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RE: IHSH-343-OD - Ultra Heavy Flannel Tartan Check Work Shirt - Green Overdyed Black
@SaddleSC Now that looks super cool, bro. The OD innovation on these UHF shirts is the bomb. This one also reminds of a modern version of the classic Blackwatch tartan, one of my favs. What's your take on the OD bleed after initial washing or over time?
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RE: IHJ-64-BLK - Horsehide Modified Type III Jacket - Black (Tea-Core Dyed)
@init616 Yep, same here. I totally dig the interior pockets on both sides and the stealth carry of wallet, phone, and firearm. Pretty impressed with the leather comfort in the range from cold to reasonably moderate weather so far. Kicks ass in the rain too.
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RE: IHSH-343-OD - Ultra Heavy Flannel Tartan Check Work Shirt - Green Overdyed Black
@SaddleSC Absolutely! You convinced me to pull the trigger on this as well. Thanks for the intel.
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RE: IHJ-64-BLK - Horsehide Modified Type III Jacket - Black (Tea-Core Dyed)
@DeeDee85 I had that same size conundrum between XL and XXL, since the size chart shows they are really close in most dimensions. I couldn't try one on in my area and went with the XL. With those long arm dimensions in both XL and XXL, I was planning to remove the tight cuffs anyway to wear my watches and tailor the sleeves shorter to better fit my arm length. Worked great for my needs.
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RE: IHSB-WJ - Iron Heart x Simmons Bilt Dark Brown Blattwerk Work Jacket
Had this sweet leather for a bit in a hot and dry location. A soft and unique leather (and smell!) for sure. Fit is terrific, looks great, forms well to your body. Even with the internal storm cuffs, easy to wear your watches with. I was initially unsure how I would like those storm cuffs, turns out they are quite good and helps keep your honeycomb sleeves when wearing.
The leather gets dry a lot faster than the chrome-tanned, like my J-64. I just oiled it with Obenauf's oil (not the paste), and the leather sucks the oil up so quickly. Wow! Superb results with that oil in case you guys are thinking about how to treat this leather.
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RE: IHJ-133-BLK - 10oz TC Duck Modified Type III Jacket - Black
@Yoprst I agree with @endo. I've been travelling all summer with only this jacket. Nice drape and tight weave. More impressive than I expected. Great for wearing on planes and can do anything else. Always looks cool and acts as lightweight armor. Handles with aplomb and doesn't chafe. Great addition to warmer weather, especially with those internal pockets to carry your wallet and phone or other gear.
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RE: IH-888D - 17oz Duck Medium/High Rise Tapered Cut Jeans - Brown
@drewfonse Haha, that's what I need to do with these ducks! I'm hoping to get 1/2" or so stretch and they'll be perfect.
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RE: IH-888D - 17oz Duck Medium/High Rise Tapered Cut Jeans - Brown
@WhiskeySandwich That is possible. I measured them using my 888s as a guide.
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RE: IH-888D - 17oz Duck Medium/High Rise Tapered Cut Jeans - Brown
These are super good pants, and I'm pleasantly surprised how they form to your body, like the 21 oz denim (my only other Iron Hearts). For sizing, definitely go up in waist size. I ordered a tag 34 that was listed as 34.6" and they were more like 33. Then I ordered a tag 35 that was listed as 35.5" and more like 34 in reality. The smaller ones I'll give to my son, and the 35 I'll see if my tailor can expand the waist a bit.
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RE: IHJ-132-BLK - 14oz Selvedge Denim Modified Type III Jacket - Superblack
@Ross Diggin’ the Superblack! Went with an XXL on this one as well and cut off the cuffs to shorten and wear my watches. Terrific mid-weight denim, and really tight weave. Modified Type 3 at IH just rocks.
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RE: IHJ-133-BLK - 10oz TC Duck Modified Type III Jacket - Black
Bad photos but great lightweight jacket. Went with the XXL and had the sleeves shortened and taken in a bit on the upper arms. My travel go-to this summer.
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RE: IH-888S-21 - 21oz Selvedge Denim Medium/High Rise Tapered Cut Jeans - Indigo
@Karol That is very helpful. Thank you! I haven't done a 95 degree wash yet, but 1 cm is very decent for that hot wash. Great denim!
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RE: IHJ-133-BLK - 10oz TC Duck Modified Type III Jacket - Black
Hey guys,
I just received this jacket. Terrific summer wight and construction! It's not thin material, and is pretty dense. Very nice. And lays well without being flimsy. I'll have the sleeves tailored to shorten them, but the sleeve opening and cuffs work for wearing watches, which is good. I really like the deep hand-warmer pockets and even better the deep and solid internal pockets. Well-done yet again, Alex and Teamd
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RE: IHJ-132-BLK - 14oz Selvedge Denim Modified Type III Jacket - Superblack
@Gorbeh I'm psyched about this one as well. I check the site everyday to see if it has come in yet.