IRON HEART JEANS REVIEW (Updated) The toughest raw denim?
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Iron Heart is an absolute pillar in the Japanese selvedge denim space, oftentimes the first and the last brand people buy. It stands out in the space, interestingly, but how consistent and smooth and NON-gimmicky they are. They're slow to fade and in some respects unremarkable, until you know what to look for and they become glorious examples of Japanese perfection in craftsmanship. Troy has 4 pairs and they're the only jeans he wears, and he's given his overview into his all time favorite denim brand.
00:00 Intro
00:45 The History of Iron Heart Denim
01:41 Iron Heart Jeans Fade Slowly
02:49 Iron Heart’s 25oz Indigo / Black
03:29 Iron Heart’s 14oz Indigo
03:54 Iron Heart’s 18oz Overdye
04:30 Iron Heart’s 14oz Mad Black
05:51 How I Faded My Iron Heart Jeans
06:59 How Iron Hearts Are Dyed
07:19 Iron Heart Jeans Fits
08:13 Why Buy Iron Heart Jeans?
10:18 Iron Heart Jeans: The Pros
11:20 Iron Heart Jeans: The Cons
13:50 Are Iron Heart Jeans Worth It?
#selvedge #rawdenim #mensfashion #jeans #mensjeans - Jak na to + styl
Iron Heart and more are on our BEST SELVEDGE DENIM list (it has a video here too): stridewise.com/best-selvedge-denim/
Also Troy's wearing Taylor Stitch's leather jacket: stridewise.com/taylor-stitch-moto-leather-jacket-review/
I always roll my eyes at the people who judge cell phone fades as the wrong kind of fades. Raw denim is supposed to reflect how you live as it fades and we can clearly see you live incorrectly because you put your cell phone in the front pocket 🙄
As someone that worked in a repair store, I can confirm that the back pocket is NOT where you should carry your phone in your jeans 😂
Preach!🙏
My only issue is that the majority of phone fades look fake, as though there was some sanding involved to set the shape.
The front pocket is the safest pocket to carry a cell phone.
Don't put your phone in your back pocket if you don't want to get pickpocketed
I have two pair of 21 oz, a 555 and a 777, and a black overdye work jacket that they released last spring. Love the open, ropy texture and the slow fading. Extremely comfortable for what they are, and great on a motorcycle where speedy riding can make lower weight jeans flap like a flag and can be really annoying.
I love Troy's reviews! Can't get enough of him
He just got a full time job at Revolution (watch media biz) so this is his last video for a while :(
@@Stridewise stopped watching the second you said those were your only 4 pairs of selvedge denim. wheres your point of comparison? seem like this video just serves to promote conformation bias that their jeans are awesome. don't get me wrong. i think Iron Heart Jeans are great! but this isn't really an informative review.
Nick and Troy always look like they're having so much fun together.
He brings me pure joy
they are gay
I think you nailed the perspective. I have a pair of 14oz Iron Heart jeans, which I bought two or three years ago. I’m not a huge fan of fades and so wash all four of my pairs of jeans pretty regularly. My Iron Hearts have faded the least. And so when I don’t feel like wearing something more formal but want to dress up a pair of jeans a bit, I always reach for my Iron Hearts. Also, the 888s fit me well for the same reason you mention in the video.
What other good jeans do you have or recommend
This was a great introduction for me with Iron Heart Jeans and raw denim. Definitely will seek to pick a pair up. One's faded outline is a reflection of how one lives in their life while wearing jeans. To each their own with their faded outline. It's all good! One question I would like to know is the hemming. How much of a cuff to have as the inseam is a set length. Thank you for the video!
Nice video! I love my 555 21 oz and looking forward to some 25oz'rs....annoying about the pocket bags tho! hopefully they'll listen to your plea
I have IH shirts but yet to try their jeans. I do have other selvedge jeans, and was not aware of the pocket bag issue. Now that I have my sizes dialed in better I will be trying their jeans. Just always like to try them on first and no stores near me. But, yes I am an Iron Heart lifer.
thanks for the video, it is a clear help in my search for the fitting cut 🙂
how do they handle the different sizes? should you get them 2 numbers wider? do they shrink over time?
Troy’s videos are awesome, he is a very eloquent guy. Regarding denim, fit is so hard to get right, I’m nearly done with raw denim after trying Brave Star
I hear you on this. Bravestar fits are incredibly frustrating and odd, in my opinion
Bravestar fits make no sense to me. Don’t lose hope! The right fit is out there
Yeah I included Brave Star on my list as the best budget, but made sure to mention the fits are dicey and Unbranded might be better: stridewise.com/best-selvedge-denim/
I agree with the others, brave star are seemingly good value but their fits are very limited and customer service isn’t great. I sold my pair after they shrunk massively in the first soak, despite being sanforised. Studio dartisan fit me the best 👍
@@markopolo9936 my G003 are some of my best fitting jeans - first and only unsanforized too 🤔
love the video! IH does offer free lifetime repairs so at least your can get pockets repaired as needed--not ideal but better than some other brands
Oh that's right! Good point
In comparison to my midweight to heavyweight PBJ and Momotaro denim, the 21oz IH were the most comfortable right out the gate. That loose weave really impressed me for the weight
Yeah it's hard to really communicate that the smoothness/uniformity is actually very impressive for how they're woven
Have you tried any Oni? They are loose woven, and the most comfortable jeans I have ever worn.
@@tyarnold4088 they look awesome. hows sizing and fit for european bodies?
@@aguafria9565 fit is good. Several different options.
They look great! Your cell phone fades look really good. I’ve got the 16oz slubby. Very very comfortable to wear just like you said. Thinking of getting the 21oz right now.
If you’ve never owned their 21oz before, just do it. They’re far and away my favorite.
I have a pair of 888s in their 14oz and two 888s in their 21oz (indigo and SBG). The 14oz are great and nice for the warmer months, but the 21oz look and feel SO. GOOD!
The loose weave of the 21oz just looks so bad ass. Thick ropes, nice contrasting lines with the weft. I can’t say enough.
@@BuenoReviewsjust ordered the 21oz 888’s
@@jmceachern36 hell yah! They literally just restocked the indigo ones yesterday! You’ll love them.
Fyi, I taper my 888s to be a little less baggy from the knee down. Not saying you need to do the same, but just know that if they’re a little too baggy for your taste, you can always take them in.
You’ll love them man. Congrats!
@@BuenoReviews thanks and thanks for the advice about having them tapered. My 16oz IH are 888’s and I did exactly that.
@@jmceachern36 oh dude, so you’re aware of the cut.
Report back when you get the 21oz! It’ll be a similar feeling to when you got an N64 for Christmas. 🙏
Which number is the Husky type style? I prefer baggy and narrow cuffs. Like 80’s Girbaud Someone help w a suggestion?
Love your vid! You convinced me that IH would be my first ever high end selvedge denim. What jacket are you wearing? Thanks 😀
Came for the jeans but captivated by that jacket too.
Which one the orange one? It's Taylor Stitch we did a video on it too czcams.com/video/6ClPjR84l4o/video.html
What jacket is that?
Btw what iron hear size you were for your vitals?
i also like slow faders. momotaro and lvc seeme
to fade slow which is perfect for me
Boy, for over $350 jean, Ironheart REALLY need to update the pocket using thicker material like canvas - start with the heavy denim jeans, no clue why only the pocket fell out when you are working or riding motorbike
Ive been wearing IH since 2010. I’ve never had a pocket bag blow out. I’m not sure what’s different about mine. I have had my tape measure clip blow the top of the out of other brands. But I’ve been very lucky with my Iron Hearts.
For me most of the brands need to level up their pockets considering just how well built the rest of the package is.
Is it available for sale in Paris?
I can’t agree more with your comments, there’s just something about a pair of iron hearts that is a cut above the rest. I’ve had mine two years and I found they faded faster than all my other pairs! Pocket bags are starting to go, very annoying 😒 but lifetime repairs here in the UK I believe
That’s right. Josh at IH HQ in Gosport has sorted mine out a couple of times. All you pay for is the shipping.
Strangely I’ve found the pocket bags on my 21oz 888’s absolutely fine and I’ve worn them regularly over the last 5 years. Not even close to failing
I'm currently wearing a pair of 25oz Samurai jeans for the Indigo Invitation Y4 and I would add one additional PRO to the IH column. IH jeans are tighter woven so they are more resistant to blow-outs and general wear and tear. I've been wearing my competition pair for about 100 days and I'm already noticing a significant blowout in the thigh area (I, too, have thicc meaty thighs). Samurai 25oz is more so a "pretty boy" 25oz denim as opposed to the "tough guy" 25oz Iron Heart denim. I go mountain biking on weekends and my IH25oz jeans can take a beating after I've fallen off my bike and slid on the gravel, but I doubt that the more artisanal Samurai 25oz would shred like tissue paper.
I have a grail pair of IHxSelfEdge 21oz jeans and after about 10 months of constant wear, they are as comfortable as pajamas. It sounds unbelievable and oxymoronic, but comfortable selvedge jeans are possible! I can't wait until my Samurai jeans get to that level!
Dont you prefer to wear protective clothing whien biking? I like bikes, & jeans but dont combine them myself)
have not gotten in to their jeans yet, but their flannels and shirts are inanse as well. jeans are next on me list
I love their flannels. 🤘
thank you for someone finally complaining about the bloody pocket bags. they use these beautiful materials at boncoura and samurai also have great intricate pockets but i shredded them within a year and a half!! i had to take them to a tailor and she put a leather pouch on 2 of my pairs on the right pocket where i put my keys. this the only design flaw ive seen across all brands and im shocked one hasnt alleviated it yet
Can you review Kapital century denim jeans?
What size are you wearing?
How deep are the pockets in the 777?
I have a pair of 633 and feel like the front pockets are a bit too shallow
they are a decent length, i'm tall and have long slender hands and they fit nicely
The 1955s are incredibly comfortable. Perfect cut for medium-big legs.
Increase the speed by 0.25x and bro sounds like Ben Shapiro! 😂
😂
I´ll be in NYC in a couple of months and I intend to get my first ever pair of selvedge denim. Any cool stores you guys recommend I check out?
Blue in Green, Standard and Strange, Naked & Famous! You can walk between all of them they're fairly close. Self Edge probably has the best Iron Heart collection.
Nice! I'll be in NYC this April so definitely I'll checking out those stores.
You can't get better than Iron Heart. I love their T shirts too, i have 5 of them. Comfortable and durable.
How many years of wear do you have on your indigo 14 oz ? they look lovely
Thank you! I got them in September of 2020
Proud owner of a pair of Iron Heart 666. Not a huge fan of shades.
Which are other more “dressed up” Japanese models or brands? This could be an idea for a future video.
Quick question please; What's the jacket?
Taylor Stitch x Golden Bear Moto!
Iron Heart: High-level construction, lined pockets, hidden rivet, etc., combined with a more homogeneous denim that is even comfy at 21oz.
Samurai, Pure Blue Japan, The Strike Gold.: Less technical in terms of construction, concentrate more on special denim texture and dying procedures.
I tend to combine both types of selvedge, as both is interesting and brings joy when wearing. I love the diversity here.
BTW: "Raw" is not the case as most are sanforized or one wash.
ONI and SugarCane, both have high level construction.
@@tyarnold4088 I have had both too and it does (to my opinion) not compare in terms of construction. Lined back pockets, selvedge fly, construction of belts loops and more. I personally see the IH clearly ahead. i am not saying other companies are not well made and I clearly like a lot others such as Samurai, PBJ, ONI. I was just speaking of the strength and technique of construction.
@@olgi2068 I have several IH loopwheel tee shirts. They are the best t shirts I have ever owned along with Studio de artisan. My next Jean's will be some Iron Hearts. I have not owned any but they do look to have top quality. I don't doubt you. But I love Oni jeans. I might like IH better.
@@tyarnold4088 I´ll try and put it differently: IH manages to deliver a product that just feels extremely good. Given the large variety of shapes of jeans, everyone should find their best fit (777 for me), the construction is impeccable, which means to me that the jeans are only getting better over time with wear and are very durable. In comparison, as much as I dig the slubby, natural indigo hank-dyed PBJ I own, it does not have all the above-mentioned properties (and remember, it cost double the IH). It doesn´t feel like home and clearly is not as durable. Hence, when I chose to go for one jeans for three months, it was the 777-IB in 21oz.
Just my 2cents. I am sure ONI are terrific jeans and also that you will appreciate a pair of IH jeans.
The best fading comes from not caring.
I’ve drank the cool aid. Love iron heart. 👍🏼
I had a nightmare with mine. Couldn't get used to the wider hem on the 777s, so had them tailored asking them to cut from the inside seam. What did they do? Remove the subtle selvedge id from my 14oz iods to get a 7inch hem. Gutting.
This is heartbreaking dude. I taper all my 888s because the top block is perfect for me, but the hem is too wide.
There’s an amazing tailor near me name Lory at Lory’s Denim and Leather clinic in Studio City, CA. She’s a true artist.
All that said, there ARE good denim specific tailors who would know not to do that to your jeans. Pick up another pair and find one.
Never take your jeans to a normal tailor.
Indigo proof in portland is expensive, but you’ll get the best result
Is that a Ship John Willis jacket you are wearing walking down the street in your 18oz over dye?
yes! this is the whole video on it: czcams.com/video/3u4knc8dg28/video.html
@@Stridewise Love that jacket! Great video, thanks!
OK, I wish you said the price more somewhere in there, but after checking a website that I assume is correct, they are starting price about 300 bucks, which is way more than I'll spend on pair of jeans any time soon.
Idk how you got these for 3 or 4 hundred, they 500 on the website
I dunno, I’ve had 13-14 oz raws that were worse to break in than Iron Heart’s flagship 21 oz denim. That’s what makes it so remarkable. That said, 21/23 oz UHR and 25 oz XHS have a reputation as being brutal to break in.
Another great video from @Stridewise. You should do a whole review just on Nick's thighs 😂FWIW, I have some jeans from Germany made by Johann Ruttloff that have some sexy reinforced pocket bags. Yes IHs are pricey, stubborn faders, and they are not for everyone, but I personally love mine. While the denim is criticized for lack of character, I would point out that the overdyed stuff is pretty interesting and the fades really pop out of those fairly early on and they have a very unique look IMO
I totally REGRET not buying a pair from a shop that was i. sydney years ago when i was living there. As time went on, i needed a new pair of jeans & wanted to get a pair of Iron Hearts, & sure enough, the shop was GONE 😢
Damn it!!!
What jacket is that?🤔
Same question
Curious how long do u go in between washes
i prefer ONI, SAURAI and PBJ because they are prewashed and shrink to fit. They have different types of denim like slub, nep, broken twill and so on.
IH are saforised, simple denim compared to the names above and average cuts. We do have stores in Europe. So it´s like comercial denim.
man the diamond stitch bag are expensive as well
Buying these for Instagram posts is like buying a truck and never hauling anything with it.
Nice watch, which one?
Looks like a Hamilton with the compass bezel. czcams.com/video/MfLRc-X4Lqk/video.html
@@lliameasterbrook6634Yep, thats the one!
SoSo sells 33oz jeans. I want them. 🔥
I wait for a sale if I’m forced to buy a Levi’s 501!! Denim simply is crazy at the prices that name droppers pay!
Dude you obviously haven't had a chance to experience one of these irl. You feel what's gone into it when you touch it.
@@kongengorm3360The price is eye watering. I only have one pair and not sure I could bring myself to buy another. However a part of me thinks they are worth the price. My pair are 6 years old, worn regularly and still in great shape. I have worn out several other jeans in the time I’ve had these and all from respected brands. Free repairs for me as well as I’m UK but they won’t need that for a while yet
i want one
What is this JACKET though?
The Taylor Stitch Moto Jacket in Whiskey Steerhide! I believe there is a video about it on his channel.
thanks!@@jerm3443
To me jeans are jeans and a place to save money for boots and coats
Next time you have a pocket blowout (which I personally have never ever had) you can send your Iron Hearts back to the store for free repairs.
I've got the 21oz 888 and whilst they're amazing and everything that everyone has ever preached about them, I do wish I'd gone with a lighter weight, I feel like I'm having to work to wear them.
However, they do make my ass look amazing, so...
ass is priority! they'll feel good after one or two hundred wears if that helps!
Prefer my Sugar Canes and Onis. Had considered IH and didn’t really like them… to each their own, I guess!
Yeah I (Nick) personally prefer knotty funky fabrics like tanuki and Oni but I definitely get the love of iron heart. I bought two but got wrong fit both times and gave up , accidentally got into stretch selvedge now instead
My only pair is naked and famous indigo left hand twill
that's SUCH a good 'only pair' to have, good work dude!
@@Stridewise Thanks lol. Thats high praise coming from yall!! Love the channel btw. Been watching since your boot review on your grey redwing mocs
@@StatelineSportsPod no way! Dude that’s so meaningful, I’m so glad you’ve been here and supporting all this time. Email me I’ll send you a gift
@@Stridewise Really dumb question. How do I get your email? Is it under the community tab on your page or something?
If I had to define Iron Hearts to Japanese car, they would be the Subaru of the denim world. Like Subaru they blowout like Subaru Engines, now if you want a Honda in the denim world that lasts longer and only are the desirable as it ages you are looking for Samurai LTD CO.
Iron heart is a meta japanese denim brand. Everything I’ve come across from them is mindfully designed, quality materials, and their QC is immaculate. Their high price point reflects this as well
Give to Malaysia boss?
Also have 4 pairs myself (8301 (my first), 666 UHS, 888 OD, 888 UHS (still brand new))
I actually cut my leg from breaking in the 666 UHS, in hindsight, NY’s humid August is probably not the best timing to break in a 25oz 😂 Once broken in though, extremely comfortable!
between your 666 and 888, which one is roomier on you. I have 634, look too loose on me, 666 feel tight but look good on me. Is 888 looks and feels in between???
I buy jeans because they last and not fades. To me fades are not important. If they are built to last im in. But iron heart prices are not reasonable for true working class. Tough sale. Great video and I enjoyed it. Nice work.
Overrated brand outside of Japan. International pricing is ludicrous when you compare against Japan prices.
This is why you can find really good deals with eBay Japanese sellers for about 25ish% less
Franchement, ce n'est pas si dingue que ça..😊
are you allowed to fart in your japanese denim
i'm afraid not
Yeah people that want the fade are the ones that bus jeans with holes in them lol
Not true to size at all
I can find Levi's 505 for $30 a pair. So are IR 10+ times more better. I can buy 10+ pairs of Levi Jeans for 1 pair of IRs. Tough sale for me.
It’s not a pragmatic purchase. These jeans are for people that appreciate raw selvedge denim
Biggest con: the fit is very bad imo, very low rises 👎 even they’re mid and high rise are quite low
The rise is a bit low. Thats a solid point!
The 888 fit I wear definitely isn't too low, but I also definitely wouldn't mind it a bit higher
@@Stridewise yeah I guess there’s better fits, I only tried the 777 but ended up selling it for how narrow the thighs are and how low rise it is, ended up getting a pair of Regular Tanukis and I’m pretty happy with them since.
@@CarlosValentor Oh sounds like you'd like the 888 if you ever decided to give IH another shot
Gotta love the irony when these little urban hipsters review workwear. It’s just hilarious lol
so now you can only wear jeans if you work in trades?
not to mention very very few tradesmen are heading out the door in $350 IH jeans lol @@Stridewise
you struck a nerve lol
@@Stridewise you can wear whatever you want lol. Just commenting on the hilarious irony when guys like you comment on workwear.
@@whereRbearsTeeth I just don’t think we’re calling these jeans workwear
Wow, that was a lot of shots you took. Snobby much?
Completely boring. Five minutes I’ll never get back.
IRON HEART is One 6 Hi-End Denim produced In Japan, However who else has a Life long guarantee/warranty.
Great watch and well I’m kinda of an addict. So far my Collection includes 19oz indigo/black, 21oz indigo black, 2 pairs of the SBG black mambas 21oz, 21oz black over dyes, 2 pairs of the 25oz indigo and indigo/black, a pair of the 777 ducks, and 555 indigo 21oz. And about 10 of their shirts n 1 deck A2 jacket
Meh. I’ve got several. Rgt is just as good. Soso brothers make the heaviest in the world.
I hate that you’re intellectualizing dirty jeans.