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Fade Friday – Iron Heart IH-6634 Cords (11 Years, Countless Soaks & Washes)

Iron Heart is a name synonymous with rugged ultra-heavyweight selvedge denim. However, this week, reader and serial-fader, Adam Welch, showcases his well-loved corduroys, proving that the brand’s bulletproof craftsmanship extends far beyond selvedge. After more than a decade of wear, these 14-oz corduroy pants have developed a unique patina and a story that challenges what most people expect from the waled fabric.

One of the standout characteristics of this pair is its interaction with light. As Adam describes it, “There is an undeniable shimmer to these pants under any type of light, and the variations of hue from the fuzzy wales to the subdued spaces in between create an active variegated shine that looks different from every angle.” Over time, the original deep green has shifted dramatically, revealing “a literal golden khaki in the most worn areas.” Patina of this level isn’t something most people associate with corduroy, yet Adam’s pair shows a striking, high-contrast evolution rarely seen in a fabric defined by soft, brushed wales. He credits the fades to a varied lifestyle and everyday wear, from camping and garden work to hard labor and mountain climbing.

Faded-out corduroys may be unconventional, but pieces built with intention and worn with purpose will always stand the test of time.

You can keep up with Adam on Instagram @adamwelchart

/ New Releases /

Brave Star Selvage Renders Iron Horse Workshirt in 14 oz. Japanese Selvedge Wabash

Workwear is a term that is thrown around a lot in menswear, but Brave Star Selvage‘s latest rendition of their Iron Horse Workshirt is a true piece of workwear. And not just because it’s heavily inspired by railroad uniforms that were worn across America from the 1800s right through to the 1930s.

As its name suggests, the Iron Horse is tough as nails. It’s crafted out of an outstanding 14oz Japanese Selvedge wabash, a special denim that combines an indigo warp with a black weft for a deep color, the perfect base for the woven dot-stripe pattern that harks back to America’s railroad heyday. The fabric is then constructed with a double needle stitch in Brave Star’s LA factory, where it’s also decked out in some classic workshirt features: double chest patch pockets, tidy side gussets, and a cross-cut back yoke. It’s finished up with double clasp antique nickel finish buttons for an extra little timeless pop.

The Japanese Wabash denim is sanforized, meaning there is minimal shrinkage to consider, and you can ride the Iron Horse straight away. Each shirt is finished with an embroidered Brave Star above the rear yoke, and a selvedge locker loop in the neckline.

Available from Brave Star Selvage for $168.

Go Nordic with Batoner’s Latest Mohair Sweaters

Winter came around quickly this year. Temperatures dropped, darkness reigns. But it’s not all bad, because this means it’s knitwear season and Batoner‘s Mohair Nordic sweaters are going to be in heavy rotation.

Based out of Sagae, a small city in Japan’s Yamagata Prefecture, Batoner’s baby soft sweater are made with over 60 years of experience at local factory, Okuyama Meriyasu. Here they are put through a rigorous 5-part process — knitting, stitching, linking, pressing, and checking — each done by the hands of  Batoner’s own artisans to make sure each jumper they produce is perfect.

These handsome Mohair numbers are no different. Knitted with a blend of three natural materials, mohair, alpaca and wool, mixed with a thick slub yarn. The results are striking, soft, and, above all, toasty. The slub yarn gives it a unique, random, unevenness which, combined with the mohair’s brushed feel, really accentuates the cosiness. The Nordic pattern makes this an even more classic piece of knitwear and can even make these double up as a tasteful twist on a Christmas jumper. Because that will be here before you know it, too.

Available in both Brown and Black from Lost & Found for $326.

Pigeon Tree’s Hammered Japanese Brass Belt is Banging

Whether you’re a fan of wearing raw denim and seeing the progression of items as they get worn in over time, have pants that just won’t stay up on their own, or are somewhere in between, Pigeon Tree‘s 35mm Hammered Japanese Brass Belt might be just what you need in your life.

Available in a variety of colors, from a hand-printed camo to a classic natural vegtan, cool patina awaits. Impressive leather aside, what makes these belts so special is the hardware. Sourcing hammered solid brass buckles from Japan, the intricate texture of each buckle gives every belt a unique look, almost like intricately engraved embellishments. In other words, you may find yourself tucking in your shirts all of a sudden to show it off. Coming in a loop-friendly 1.37″ width, this belt is chino and jean approved. And sure, it uses teardrop-shaped holes, but those are tears of joy, because it has found you. And you have found your new go-to pant-keeper-upper. Handmade to measure in Denver by one person.

Available for $165 from Pigeon Tree.

Oak Street Bootmakers Launches Limited “Jungle Duffel” Camp Boot

Oak Street Bootmakers‘ Camp Boot is the brand’s signature mocassin style, referencing a quintessential outdoor archetype that has been trusted by adventurers for the better part of 90ish years, using OG patterns and lasts from the reference boots to dial in the authenticity.

Built from Horween chromexcel leather, the Camp features genuine hand-sewn construction and a gussetted tongue, so you can be sure that even on the crumbiest of days, you can at least find comfort in dry socks. But if this triple threat of form, function, and craftsmanship wasn’t enough, this special addition uses deadstock OD green cotton duck fabric for the quarter – reclaimed from military duffel bags from the Vietnam War era. Not only does the drab shade work perfectly off the rich brown leather panels, but unique stencil details also bring unique variations to each pair.

Available for $476 from Oak Street Bootmakers.

Olauto Makes the World’s Most Interesting Car Air Fresheners

Roll down the window and dash those ambiguous-smelling, 2D pine trees out. Texas-based Olauto is completely changing the way we think about car air fresheners.

Wanting to smell good is nothing new — people have been wearing perfume for over 4,000 years — but nothing until now has existed to make your car actually smell good. This is Olauto’s whole MO: they describe themselves as “for people who want their car to smell good without assaulting their senses”, producing car air fresheners that are both made with premium oils and are phthalate and paraben-free.

These premium oils mean their gorgeous array of scents lasts for over 3 months. They’re currently available in 5 different scents — from Formula Sun with notes of coconut water, lemon squeeze, and vanilla to the very aptly named Dad’s Truck, which smells like aftershave, bergamot, and patchouli. If those or any other of their scents don’t appeal to you, they also have an open form on their website for customers to submit what they’d like Olauto to create next, so your perfect smell might be closer than you think.

All 5 scents — OMW, Root 66, Dad’s Truck, Formula Sun and 67 Velvette — available for $33 each from Olauto.

/ Latest News /

Iron & Resin Offers Up to 50% Off in Black Friday Event

While most of the Western world engages in hyper consumption, splashing out on unnecessary tech and mass-produced nonsense, the nature of our niche means that Black Friday offers an opportunity to snag some well-crafted, meaningful goods at competitive prices. Offering some serious value for money this year is California’s Iron & Resin, who have slashed prices up to 50% in its Black Friday event.

Most Iron & Resin gear is at a minimum 25% discount right now, making for some tasty deals that are hard to turn down if your wardrobe needs an end-of-year tune-up. Both the Shasta and Cruiser jackets offer perfect daily drivers in the outerwear department. The Shasta draws inspiration from military liners and mid-century outdoor wear, with a diamond-quilted, water-resistant nylon shell and 100 GSM poly fill insulation, ribbed cuffs, and zipper closure. The Cruiser offers heavyweight waxed canvas goodness in a versatile and stylish package that takes the best elements of overshirts, chore coats, and vintage hunting gear, ready to keep you warm with its 9 oz. flannel lining. Layer one of those jackets over one of Iron & Resin’s jacquard-woven Salton or Lotus shirts, and you’re good to go.

Pants? Don’t worry, InR has loads to choose from, but in the spirit of fall/winter, you can’t go wrong with some corduroy goodness, which the Lancaster Pant has in spades. Available in three earthy tones to pair with pretty much anything, the Lancaster features double-kneed construction, which you rarely see on corduroy pants, with a slim-straight fit and riveted stress points.

That’s just our picks — head over to Iron & Resin to shop the full Black Friday event.

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