call for pix: RRLs being worn, please

[whodini]

Originally Posted by Joel_Cairo

the plot thickens. i could have sworn I'd heard reports of a 9.5 boot opening... Ima go beat up the fool that tol' me them lies.
It's probably true. The thing to keep in mind is that you can't think of the slims and bootcuts in the same way you do Levi 511's and 527's: there is no set standard. RRL production has changed from Japan, back to the US, back to Japan, and now back in the US if I'm not mistaken, all the while fluctuating their tagged/measured sizes on similarly-named jeans.

 

[Joel_Cairo]

Originally Posted by whodini

It's probably true. The thing to keep in mind is that you can't think of the slims and bootcuts in the same way you do Levi 511's and 527's: there is no set standard. RRL production has changed from Japan, back to the US, back to Japan, and now back in the US if I'm not mistaken, all the while fluctuating their tagged/measured sizes on similarly-named jeans.

yeah, that's what I've gathered... looking at your pix, yours look to be first-generation japanese, right?

 

[whodini]

Based on back patch design (older, simple RRL logo), tag by the zipper (does not mention the words "ringspun" or "Japan" seen on newer models and is also 4 sizes undertagged), and availability on ebay, I'd have to say yes, both of my pairs are the 1st Gen Japanese.

 

[whodini]

Slims pic posted on WAYWN: http://www.styleforum.net/showthread...=9693&page=286

 

[smw356]

fwiw my bootcuts (tagged size 34 true to size) have a 9" hem and a 8.5" knee, my other pair that was not true to size was much much looser in theigh and knee with a wider leg opening.

 

[drizzt3117]

I just got a pair of these that I got from a forum member. They are REALLY REALLY nice. Perfect slim fit from knee to ankle, and no bagginess at the knee at all, which is awesome for a raw jean. They aren't as stiff as APC or Nudies, but are a very nice dark indigo color with a little bit of texture. I'll post some pics later tonight.

 

[drizzt3117]

Ok, heres the pic. These jeans are quite low rise and probably the best fitting pair of jeans I own other than my Ande Whalls.

CCS Thermal
Rag & Bone Midnight Blue Blazer
RRL Slim Fit
John Varvatos ankle boots

 

[whodini]

IIRC, the bootcuts' rise is even lower. I'll measure mine tonight.

 

[edmorel]

Here is a birdseye view shot of RRL slim boot and I did not purposely try to get the bulge in the pic, it just came out that way

 

[whodini]

(Note to self: Next time remove the sock...)

 

[Studio27]

Attachment 2633 These came in today. Slim Bootcuts. tagged 32x32, actually measure 16.25 in the waist, and 33-34 length. They're a little big in the waist & inseam, but not terrible. natural inseam is a 32, and I wear about a 32 in 501s, albeit not "tight" at all. Shoes have a 1" heel on them. leg opening measures ~9.5"

 

[Seafinch]

Originally Posted by drizzt3117

Ok, heres the pic. These jeans are quite low rise and probably the best fitting pair of jeans I own other than my Ande Whalls.

CCS Thermal
Rag & Bone Midnight Blue Blazer
RRL Slim Fit
John Varvatos ankle boots

Those look good, I'm glad you like them.

 

[whodini]

Originally Posted by Studio27

Attachment 2633 These came in today. Slim Bootcuts. tagged 32x32, actually measure 16.25 in the waist, and 33-34 length. They're a little big in the waist & inseam, but not terrible. natural inseam is a 32, and I wear about a 32 in 501s, albeit not "tight" at all. Shoes have a 1" heel on them. leg opening measures ~9.5"
I definitely would have sized down at least one (or more) if I were you. Depending on mileage, they'll stretch out at least another inch. Judging from the tagged sizing and a visual of the rise I'm guessing these are the newer Americans? What's the patch in the back look like? I like how they fit now but I really think that's how you'd want them to fit down the line.

 

[Studio27]

Originally Posted by whodini

I definitely would have sized down at least one (or more) if I were you. Depending on mileage, they'll stretch out at least another inch.

Judging from the tagged sizing and a visual of the rise I'm guessing these are the newer Americans? What's the patch in the back look like? I like how they fit now but I really think that's how you'd want them to fit down the line.

I may yet, there's no mileage on them -- still have tags. i took the picture basically as i was trying them on for the first time. back pockets are blank, RRL leather patch. I'll snap a pic later. i'd rather just trade sizes isntead of selling & rebuying a pair

 

[whodini]

Hmm...must be the 2nd generation stuff as the rise looks more like a 10 or 11 instead of the 9 on my bootcut pair.

I'd still downsize if I were you.