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Post by brentkuz on Dec 23, 2014 20:44:17 GMT -6
Been looking at samurai denim lately looking to get the s710xx 19oz loomstate denim in size 36.
I know the 510 are the most popular in japan but are more like a 501 levis cut. Anyone have experience with the company?
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Post by jeffrx on Jan 28, 2015 8:38:42 GMT -6
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Post by brentkuz on Jan 28, 2015 12:02:31 GMT -6
jeffrx those look awesome. How long have you had them and what did you see for shrinkage?
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Post by jeffrx on Jan 28, 2015 13:00:04 GMT -6
jeffrx those look awesome. How long have you had them and what did you see for shrinkage? Thanks, got them at Blue In Green in NY last winter. Probably worn about 100 times. The initial soak shrunk them maybe 5%, but the waist bounced back to where I need it. I actually thought they would shrink more than they did. The guy in the store advised me perfectly. He asked me if I could button a 36, which I could. He them told me to get the 38, which would fit like the 36 once the soak was done but it would stretch a little to make them a bit more comfy. The guy knew his Samurai fits. I'm sure I overpaid compared to what could be had straight from Japan, but it was cool to hit up that shop anyway. |
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Post by brentkuz on Jan 28, 2015 13:30:30 GMT -6
Yeah they are $217 plus shipping from japan. April I'll cop a pair and some 666-XHS iron hearts.
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Post by jeffrx on Feb 10, 2015 15:59:25 GMT -6
I was in NY today and stopped in Blue In Green. I pulled the trigger on a pair of the 15 oz selvedge Chinos. Giving them a hot soak to try to shrink them a touch. These are some serious Chinos. Different from the norm by a long shot.
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Post by brentkuz on Feb 10, 2015 19:37:19 GMT -6
I was in NY today and stopped in Blue In Green. I pulled the trigger on a pair of the 15 oz selvedge Chinos. Giving them a hot soak to try to shrink them a touch. These are some serious Chinos. Different from the norm by a long shot. Awesome man post pictures. |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 10, 2015 19:53:20 GMT -6
Awesome. I'll be in NYC for the next couple of days...going to try to make it to blue in green as well if I get a few spare minutes.
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Post by jeffrx on Feb 12, 2015 8:46:48 GMT -6
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Post by Deleted on Feb 12, 2015 9:11:42 GMT -6
Here are some pics of the Samurai 15oz Heavyweight Chinos. These are meant to be worn with the wrinkled look. I think these will pair nicely with some of the Gustin and Lawless workshirts. The waist runs a little small on these, so I sized up. The 40 fits like a 38. The Blue In Green size chart is more accurate than the Rakuten size charts. I feel like this purchase pretty much completes my current wardrobe for a while.  Nice photos. The fabric in the pictures look more like denim in Khaki color than the typical chino fabric. Is it the case? The reason I ask because it will give me some ideas when I order chino from either LD or Ciano. |
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Post by jeffrx on Feb 12, 2015 9:19:45 GMT -6
Nice photos. The fabric in the pictures look more like denim in Khaki color than the typical chino fabric. Is it the case? The reason I ask because it will give me some ideas when I order chino from either LD or Ciano. Well, it's definitely different from denim. It is 100% cotton, but it feels more like a heavy duck canvas ( which it is not ). Actually, it does seem like a heavy canvas now that I think about it. It's quite unique. That wrinkled look is what sets this apart in my opinion. All respect to Lawless, but I'm not sure they could do this. I should not say that, if they had the fabric, they could do it. |
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Post by exophobe on Feb 12, 2015 9:31:03 GMT -6
Here are some pics of the Samurai 15oz Heavyweight Chinos. These are meant to be worn with the wrinkled look. I think these will pair nicely with some of the Gustin and Lawless workshirts. The waist runs a little small on these, so I sized up. The 40 fits like a 38. The Blue In Green size chart is more accurate than the Rakuten size charts. I feel like this purchase pretty much completes my current wardrobe for a while.  Is it just me or does this look an awful lot like the Japan Taupe in this picture? |
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Post by jeffrx on Feb 12, 2015 9:55:26 GMT -6
I've never seen the Japan Taupe in person, so I can't say for sure. I don't think it has the same texture based on the pics I have seen.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 12, 2015 10:04:53 GMT -6
Here are some pics of the Samurai 15oz Heavyweight Chinos. These are meant to be worn with the wrinkled look. I think these will pair nicely with some of the Gustin and Lawless workshirts. The waist runs a little small on these, so I sized up. The 40 fits like a 38. The Blue In Green size chart is more accurate than the Rakuten size charts. I feel like this purchase pretty much completes my current wardrobe for a while. Is it just me or does this look an awful lot like the Japan Taupe in this picture? The ID is not the same but the texture in the picture looks similar. I was thinking Japan Umber when I first saw the photos but the ID is not the same either. |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 12, 2015 10:08:53 GMT -6
Nice photos. The fabric in the pictures look more like denim in Khaki color than the typical chino fabric. Is it the case? The reason I ask because it will give me some ideas when I order chino from either LD or Ciano. Well, it's definitely different from denim. It is 100% cotton, but it feels more like a heavy duck canvas ( which it is not ). Actually, it does seem like a heavy canvas now that I think about it. It's quite unique. That wrinkled look is what sets this apart in my opinion. All respect to Lawless, but I'm not sure they could do this. I should not say that, if they had the fabric, they could do it. Thank. I really like the look of your chino very much. The price is just a bit out of my budget now and was just thinking about alternative. Thanks for the info. |
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Post by brentkuz on Feb 25, 2015 17:15:37 GMT -6
Just copped a pair or 710XX in 36w. Off eBay cheaper than rakuten.
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Post by jamesr on Feb 25, 2015 18:00:18 GMT -6
Just copped a pair or 710XX in 36w. Off eBay cheaper than rakuten. What do you think about them? |
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Post by brentkuz on Feb 25, 2015 19:59:10 GMT -6
Just copped a pair or 710XX in 36w. Off eBay cheaper than rakuten. What do you think about them? I will let you know when I get them. They are incoming. |
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Post by brentkuz on Feb 28, 2015 16:10:02 GMT -6
Wow. Received my 710XX 19oz size 36.
They were once cold soaked but no signs of real wear. Seller didn't fit I guess.
They did not get all the shrink out yet. They did get some which is perfect.
19oz doesn't feel that heavy. They are not super startchy like a lot of Gustin's are. I received these and lawless on the same day. It seems samurai isn't as concerned with the little odds and ends like these new american companies are. No lined pockets, patch isn't thick rawhide. Belt loops are not tucked into the waist band and they are much wider. Not all flat felled seams. Fuzzy denim is cool and these apparently are a super fast fader. Might have to put the zimbs on hold.
That being said 19oz feels amazing like a perfect weight really feels lighter than that.
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Post by jeffrx on Feb 28, 2015 16:49:59 GMT -6
Wow. Received my 710XX 19oz size 36. They were once cold soaked but no signs of real wear. Seller didn't fit I guess. They did not get all the shrink out yet. They did get some which is perfect. 19oz doesn't feel that heavy. They are not super startchy like a lot of Gustin's are. I received these and lawless on the same day. It seems samurai isn't as concerned with the little odds and ends like these new american companies are. No lined pockets, patch isn't thick rawhide. Belt loops are not tucked into the waist band and they are much wider. Not all flat felled seams. Fuzzy denim is cool and these apparently are a super fast fader. Might have to put the zimbs on hold. That being said 19oz feels amazing like a perfect weight really feels lighter than that. Good pick up. These are my favorites. Heavy but soft and comfortable. |
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Post by brentkuz on Mar 1, 2015 17:39:35 GMT -6
Full day of wear today. 19oz Sammy isn't that heavy at all. They are very warm. The hand feel is addictive. I can't stop touching them and my gf likes the feel too.
These are def a winner. Much different than any Gustin fabric that I own. Awesome man just awesome.
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Post by jray on Mar 8, 2015 6:33:08 GMT -6
Brentkuz - how did you choose the waist size? Did you size up from the size you want them to be at after a soak? I need a 34 inch waist after soak which is a pre-soak size 33 in these. Do I choose the 33 or go up one size or more. How did you choose?
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Post by brentkuz on Mar 8, 2015 6:52:34 GMT -6
Brentkuz - how did you choose the waist size? Did you size up from the size you want them to be at after a soak? I need a 34 inch waist after soak which is a pre-soak size 33 in these. Do I choose the 33 or go up one size or more. How did you choose? I went 36 which is perfect for me. I wear Gustin 36/37 slim but if it was strictly on waist I would be a 35 but I have big legs. A guy on reddit posted his 36 Sammy's pre post measurements and it was perfect for me. Go by the BIG chart. Then calculate shrinkage off that. |
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Post by jray on Mar 8, 2015 7:15:51 GMT -6
Thanks Brentkuz - btw, are you watching rodeo bros for a re-stock of the ONI's?
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Post by brentkuz on Mar 8, 2015 15:55:51 GMT -6
Yes! I am hopefully next couple weeks.
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