Immerse yourself in the ultimate experience of rigid and heavyweight denim with The Strike Gold Extra Hard Series. These jeans are a testament to The Strike Gold's unwavering commitment to quality and craftsmanship, fueled by a deep passion for ultra-heavyweight fabrics.

Crafted from a specially woven 24.8oz right-hand selvedge denim, this fabric is made with ultra-thick single yarns of counts 2 and 3 on an old-style shuttle loom. The high-density weave pushes the limits of durability and creates an extraordinary level of hardness. These jeans are the most rigid ever manufactured and won't be reproduced due to manufacturing issues in the sewing workshop, where the needles on the sewing machines continually break when attempting to pierce through this unique fabric. This extra hard denim is not only heavier but also tougher than any other fabric before.

Designed for denim enthusiasts who relish the challenge of breaking in their jeans, the Extra Hard Denim offers a unique sense of accomplishment. If you're someone who takes great pleasure in pushing the boundaries of heavyweight denim and developing a truly personalized pair of raw selvedge jeans, these are the perfect jeans for you.

Please note that these jeans are not for the faint-hearted. If you're not confident in your ability to handle the weight and hardness of this ultra-heavy denim, we recommend refraining from purchasing. However, if you're up for the challenge, you'll find immense satisfaction in watching these jeans evolve and mold to your body over time.

The jeans feature a mid-rise with a straight leg and a slight taper from the knee down, offering a modern and versatile fit that pairs well with any kind of shoe. Every detail is thoughtfully considered to age and fade beautifully over time, including the original iron buttons and clear-coated, copper-plated iron rivets. The deerskin patch and pocket backstitching add a touch of Americana aesthetic, completing the timeless appeal of these remarkable jeans.

For the non-wash version, we highly recommend soaking the jeans in hot water before the first wear. Expect around 2.5cm (1in) of shrinkage in the waist and 6.4cm (2.5in) in the inseam when soaking, so please keep this in mind when referring to the product size chart for your size. If you opt for the one-wash version, note that it won't shrink, and there is no need for a hot soak prior to wearing.

The Strike Gold is undoubtedly one of the benchmark brands when we speak of Japanese denim. Established in Kojima, in Okayama Prefecture, the Hamamoto family has been focusing all its efforts for more than 10 years on producing denim, sweatshirts, shirts and belts of the very highest quality one can find today. Their denim fabrics, unique in the world for their texture, composition, incredible irregularity, stiffness, roughness and character, delight denim devotees around the planet.

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• 24.8oz unsanforized ultra heavy Japanese selvedge denim.
• 100% cotton
• Ultra-thick single yarns of counts 2 and 3
• Mid rise
• Straight tapered
• Warp: pure indigo dyed / Weft: white
• Heavy-duty bar tacks
• High tension weave applied on the shuttle loom
• Selvedge line colour: gold
• Iron buttons
• Iron rivets
• Hidden rivet pockets
• Peek-a-boo selvedge coin pocket
• Custom vegetable tanned deerskin leather patch
• Japanese extra-durable cotton-lined fabric in front pockets
• Rayon red tab
• Raised belt loops
• Made in Okayama, Japan by Japanese denim craftsmen

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If for some reason you are not happy with your purchase you can return it to us within 14 days for a free size exchange or refund.

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