An Iron Heart/Simmons Bilt collaboration. This is our interpretation of the classic western shirt, made from vegetable-tanned horsehide, similar to that used in our jackets, but that has been skived to make it thinner. Wear it hard and it will take on a patina and character that is unique to you and the way you live, just like your favourite pair of jeans.
Made by Simmons Bilt in Scotland
Western shirt
Natural vegetable-tanned Italian horsehide
Oversized Iron Heart logo'd copper snaps
Iron Heart logo tab sewn into neck
Black cotton twill lining inside yoke
Single, double and triple-needle stitch construction
The Gold Digger from Double Helix works is a wonderful example of Japanese craftsmanship.
Veg tanned , washed then aniline drum dyed a beautiful light indigo that will age more like a traditional denim jacket.
We are very excited to see the evolution of these.
INDIGO DYING HORSEHIDE
The popularity of denim-type leather jackets is very high, but what would it look like if a blue dyeing and fading effect could be expressed through horsehide? Relying on our enthusiasm, creativity and confidence in the unlimited potential of horsehide, Double Helix launched an exclusively-developed white core blue dyed horsehide in 2018, after more than a year of trial and development.
After repeated washing of the leather, the tea colour is processed into white, after which indigo dyeing is carried out, resulting in a beautiful, rich sea blue once it has been washed again. Over time, a fading effect of interweaving blue and white is seen, much like a denim jacket.(Thickness:1.3mm-1.5mm)
Very hyped to announce that our books are open on our Newest rendition of our Tom Horse Hide Western Shirt Collaboration with Y2 Leather out of Japan.
I am beyond excited to share with you our latest collaboration piece The Pablo from Y2 Leather our of Japan
Working of the success of our first collaboration based off their classic Western shirt using using a light horse, this time around we decided to go with the indigo dyed horse that they are known for
Indigo on horse hide is an extremely difficult process that not many tanneries are willing to to even attempt.
At first the 1-1.2mm thick hide is fairly stiff but quickly takes shape and will turn into a piece that you will absolutely love for years to come.
I originally Tested my own personal horse hide western on and off the bike, in the pouring rain and even in the snow..
I was surprised at how well this piece kept me dry.. and I have been blown away by how well this is not only worn as an over shirt , but a light jacket that I've been layering all winter.
These fit on the snug side so please read the sizing chart and ask questions if you have any
I personally measure 39.5" around the chest , and usually wear a size 40
I wear a Size Large Ironheart UHF,
Medium in most North American sized tops and Large in those made in Japan ..
and I wear a Size 42 in this shirt,
I had a buddy of mine come in today who measures 45" snug and 46 comfortably , Wears an XXL in an Ironheart UHF , XL in North American shirts like Dehen , XXL in Japanese, and he wears a 48 in these.
In general most people seem to go one size up from what they measure.
If you're a 42 chest order a 44 ect , as they seem to fit about one full size small.
MATERIAL: indigo Dyed Horse Hide Black 36.38.40.42.44.46.48 LINING: NYLON MADE IN JAPAN
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