Nice! I am on a pause for a couple of months with my selvage Jeans. I’m moving. I can’t wait to break in this one though. I might have to order a smaller size since all this stress is making me lose weight. Let me know how yours fit!
@@StylishGreaseMonkey They fit AMAZING. Honestly I tried APC, N&F, Nudie, Unbranded and this slim straight is my perfect fit. Just got the “arrow” broken twill as well as the “hatch attack” so happy. Slim but enough room to move comfortably :)
Selvedge jeans just look better. I wish I had discovered them earlier. I am like you, and have the urge to buy more. Cost adds up quick though. My first pairs were Naked and Famous catechu selvedge, and Free note cloth Portello 17 oz black. I think the 17 oz is hard core stiff, but you have me beat. I actually like the feel of the jeans being stiff.
Aloha! This style would be perfect for Connecticut in my opinion. Go for it! Start with affordable and great quality offerings from Brave Star! Mahalo!
It’s hard to explain why we enjoy wearing these things to normal people without looking crazy lol If you’re in the “Far East” that I just came back from, check out Mode-man! They specialize in crafted, Japanese and USA made heritage apparel and accessories
All their stuff is sold out! I really wanna pair of 21oz debating on slim taper or regular taper though. I have really muscular legs but I am lean in the waist. Any suggestion?
Hello, it depends on the look you’re after. I would get the slim taper next because the regular taper have too much space on the bottom. I like it slim fitting on me. You’re going to have to wait when you order them but it shouldn’t take too long.
@@StylishGreaseMonkey just pulled the trigger on slim taper size 31. Did all the measurements and got a hem of 30.5. The oxblood belt and the IRO Japanese 14 oz denim jacket in small. Let's hope it all fits! Going in big on brave star 🌟
It depends on the material used. Heavy sanforized selvedge will shrink and stretch. Unsanforized selvedge will shrink about an inch on the waist and length as well as everywhere else. The sizing is on point but you need to read the information provided for each style. I wear a true 34/30 and ordered the 34/36 21.5 oz. I have soaked it once and it is still at size 34. The website recommends I purchase a size 33 for when it finally stretches but I hate being uncomfortable so I ordered my size.
Got them in and OMG they are like armour! The right hand twill makes it so rigid. Gonna be fighting with these for atleast 6 months but I LOVE em. They look great with my red wings
Thanks, I was going to return this one for a smaller size to give room for stretching but I decided to just order another one and make this one an experiment. Stay around so you see the progress. Thanks!
You got to do a denim collection video with denim jackets. Places like H&M and Uniqlo those clothes have no soul they are fast fashion and those clothes don't age well.
Thanks, I will soon enough! I'm not sure if people re-read posts but between you and I... next video is about a 25 oz selvedge from IH! Thanks for watching my vids!
Great looking jeans and its not the same denim they had before...i used to put the 501stf up and tell them to walk of course during my seaman years 1985 to 1995 after 1995 not so strong anymore.
@@antoniobranco8005 Do yo remember the days when everyone stubbed their cigarettes out against their Levi's when their were no ashtrays at a party and the ash just brushed off without leaving a mark on them.? I still remember the day when a tea towel caught alight on the cooker and one of the girls snuffed it out against her jeans rather than stomping it on the floor. No one took any notice, or thought that it would damage the Levi's denim.
@@wilsjane of course i remenber in my Spanish Lois and the Levis orange tab,and later the levis student very hairy,we put the cigarrete without any damage for the denim...great times,sea water,sand,a little clorine with water here and there,to do yje hole like Neil Young
@@antoniobranco8005 The tag on the back pocket of Lois jeans was real leather and great for stubbing cigarettes out. Did you ever stomp bonfires on the sand out and burn the frays off your jeans without catching the denim alight.? I remember the day that a guy set the frays on his girlfriends short denim shorts alight. He did not expect the frays to burn so fast and I remember the shocked look on his face when she just brushed them out with her hand. It was so funny. 😃
I was watching one of your older vids an I wear a 34 in IH an a 33 in PBJ. When you rock the the Iron Hearts do you wear a 34 or do go with a 33 and Stretch em to fit. These brave stars are so dope. They have that perfect cut.
Hey thanks man! I ordered the IH 666s in 33s in hopes it will stretch out fast but I need to wear it more so I can soak it. I recently ordered the IH 777 and will make a first impression vid. It’s a size 34. All my BS are size 34 because I can’t wait for it to stretch lol and I hate tight jeans…
@@StylishGreaseMonkey ha I agree. Thanks for the follow up. I’m sticking with the 34 size. That little bit of extra room makes the jeans easy to break in. Your making great vids.
Amazing jeans but too big. Next time try 33 or even 32. I got 6 pairs of true straights since December. I lift too and got them so tight my thighs felt like they'd Hulk out of the fabric. The top button was so tight I could *barely* button it. Months later the thighs are a perfect fit and I can get 2 fingers in at the waist. They stretch a lot and your thighs look pretty roomy here and you even had some space at the waist. They are gonna stretch a good inch or more in a hurry.
@@StylishGreaseMonkey If they won't take them back, you can always get a tailor to alter them. When I was figuring out my ideal size I wore an oversized pair a bit too long and I couldn't return. I took them to a tailor along with my best fitting pair and said "I want them to fit just like these." $25 later, they do. I know how odd it sounds, but your new jeans should even feel uncomfortable. Mine compressed my ass cheeks and the waistband left red marks on my belly. I wondered for a few days if I made a mistake. But after 4-5 days of daily wear, suddenly they fit. Pulling them up, I could feel the pants almost clicking into place over my thighs, butt cheeks. Now I wouldn't size these any other way. This worked for me in 12.5 oz "summer weight" denim all the way up to 21.5. Just trust me and try it. Absolutely as tight as you can button.
Glad you like them, and that's truly what's important. I want to point out that Bravestar and the people behind it (especially customer service) are complete fucking trash, though. The fit of any of their jeans are sloppy (to each their own) and in the wash, wow, wait until you wash these pieces of shit. Threads start popping everywhere. Belt loops, especially. And that cloth tag gets mangled. It's fun. Also, if you do have a problem, don't expect a response from CS. I believe I got zero replies to 2 emails. Do yourself a favor. Grab some IronHeart's, Freenote's...hell, even Naked & Famous. IH especially is lightyears above what Bravestar is is producing. IH has AMAZING customer service. Again, it's great you like these BS 21.5oz, heavyweight is where it's at. Stoked that they work for you. I would have loved to have better things to say about the brand.
I apologize that YT hid this comment from my view! I love IH as well and maybe I’ll finally breakdown and get a 634 or something like that. Sorry you had a bad experience with BS. I haven’t had those issues yet. Loving the 21.5 oz and making an update vid soon!
I'm waiting for these same jeans to come in this week. Can' wait. I also have the 21.5 oz double black. They have a god awful smell from the black dye. Tried different methods of removing the odor, no luck. Buyer beware if you order their black jeans.
Congratulations! I’m moving so I won’t have the chance to wear mine until I receive my household goods in August. I did notice a smell from this one when I took it out of the plastic and wore them. I figured that was normal. Are you saying the black ones are even worse? Went to your channel, safe riding! Are you in Cali?
@@StylishGreaseMonkey I'll let you know if the 21.5 indigo has an odor. Should get them in a few days. My other lighter weight brave star jeans have no odor. I think it's a common problem with black jeans from most jean companies. I'm actually from Philly. Haven't rode the bike in a while after a spill some years back. But I'm changing out the brakes today and will get out there very soon.
@@StylishGreaseMonkey Update...... I received the 21.5 indigo. No odor. I looked on their website and they mention that the double black, dyed inside and out, (and I assume the lighter weight black only dyed on the outside) is dyed using a sulphur dye. So that is definitely where that odor comes from. I wish I sized up in the double black because I had to soak them several times using baking soda (a lot of it) and water. The smell is fading only slightly. The waist shrunk due to the soaks but I used a pants waist stretcher to give me a little more room.
@@soulkitchen1979 Thank you so much for the update! Since I can’t get to mine in the next three months, if you don’t mind letting me (us) know how your break-in period is going. I’m excited! I agree that the black ones have a different dying method used or different dyes hence the smell. I know here in Japan, they use the old method by hand to die indigo. I have yet to manage a trip to the Jeans Street in Kojima but once travel restrictions are lifted I will go. Hope to hear more from you!
Hey man love the video, I’m always is search for solid Americana products too, check out Nicks boots, I use to wear Redwings till I went to Nicks, they are even better than the Redwings too. Thanks man for the video, can’t wait to get my 21.5 oz I ordered from Brave Star. How are you still liking them?
So sorry that your comments went to my "held for review" section and I didn't see this now. I will make another update video regarding the 21.5 oz. I like them, a little stiff but getting there. Thanks.
Ah yes, I've been waiting for this. They fit well! You're gonna hate em at first but then love em later.
Thanks Luis! I can’t wait to wear it all the time. I’ll be able to do that beginning July.
I have one 22 oz bravestar pair with me, they are sturdy. In First season of indigo invitational raw denim fading competition, I used them.
Man I saw your forehead turned red when you put on those bravestar for the first time Lmao
Love the vids man, just ordered a slim straight 18oz. First time so im excited to see how it fits on the body
Nice! I am on a pause for a couple of months with my selvage Jeans. I’m moving. I can’t wait to break in this one though. I might have to order a smaller size since all this stress is making me lose weight. Let me know how yours fit!
@@StylishGreaseMonkey They fit AMAZING. Honestly I tried APC, N&F, Nudie, Unbranded and this slim straight is my perfect fit. Just got the “arrow” broken twill as well as the “hatch attack” so happy. Slim but enough room to move comfortably :)
Selvedge jeans just look better. I wish I had discovered them earlier. I am like you, and have the urge to buy more. Cost adds up quick though. My first pairs were Naked and Famous catechu selvedge, and Free note cloth Portello 17 oz black. I think the 17 oz is hard core stiff, but you have me beat. I actually like the feel of the jeans being stiff.
I am still “breaking” this one in. Hopefully it will get softer on my next wash haha…
Cool!!! Top!!! Brave Star & Iron Ranger!👌
Cool, thanks!
Damn it looks amazing on you, looking forward to see your updates!!
Awesome and thanks! I’m in the middle of a move so please stay around a little while.
Hi from Connecticut 🙏
.. Thank you for the video! ❤ I never wear this brand and I'm thinking to give it a try!!
Aloha! This style would be perfect for Connecticut in my opinion. Go for it! Start with affordable and great quality offerings from Brave Star! Mahalo!
More denim updates please
So you don't use their hemming service? Just add 1 inch to your regular inseam if you want to fold it up to show the selvedge.
I didn’t at the time but I do now with other brands. That’s exactly what I do too. Thanks!
It’s hard to explain why we enjoy wearing these things to normal people without looking crazy lol If you’re in the “Far East” that I just came back from, check out Mode-man! They specialize in crafted, Japanese and USA made heritage apparel and accessories
I’m here in Okinawa but leaving in two weeks. That’s a good site! Thanks!!!
All their stuff is sold out! I really wanna pair of 21oz debating on slim taper or regular taper though. I have really muscular legs but I am lean in the waist. Any suggestion?
Hello, it depends on the look you’re after. I would get the slim taper next because the regular taper have too much space on the bottom. I like it slim fitting on me. You’re going to have to wait when you order them but it shouldn’t take too long.
@@StylishGreaseMonkey just pulled the trigger on slim taper size 31. Did all the measurements and got a hem of 30.5. The oxblood belt and the IRO Japanese 14 oz denim jacket in small. Let's hope it all fits! Going in big on brave star 🌟
@@chrisscanlon3717 oh I am so jealous! Update please whenever it arrives. If you aren’t satisfied with the fit, Brave Star has a great return policy.
You should try the brand left field NYC, they have amazing quality denim and they’re an American brand
Sounds like a plan!
@@StylishGreaseMonkey for you I’d probably suggest the atlas or greaser, both fits are roomy in the thigh and butt area
How is the sizing on Brave Star? I normally wear a 38. I’m 6 02 - 220 and appendix carry.
It depends on the material used. Heavy sanforized selvedge will shrink and stretch. Unsanforized selvedge will shrink about an inch on the waist and length as well as everywhere else.
The sizing is on point but you need to read the information provided for each style. I wear a true 34/30 and ordered the 34/36 21.5 oz. I have soaked it once and it is still at size 34. The website recommends I purchase a size 33 for when it finally stretches but I hate being uncomfortable so I ordered my size.
Do they shrink a lot?
Got a 22oz Sumo Right Hand Twill coming in from bravestar. They never let me down. Will be a real challenge to break them in.
I’m still fighting with this one but I know it will be worth it!
@@StylishGreaseMonkey Yes sir heavy denim makes the best fades if you ask me. Good luck they will last you a lifetime ;)
Got them in and OMG they are like armour! The right hand twill makes it so rigid. Gonna be fighting with these for atleast 6 months but I LOVE em. They look great with my red wings
@@carlwest5936 Nice! They are a beast but I believe with wear they will eventually soften.
Great vid. You should do an update on these jeans.
Thanks, yes soon!!!
Awesome!
Hey just wondering where did you purchase the belt on this video
I found it on one of the thrift stores here in Okinawa. It doesn’t have a brand but all leather so I figure it’s worth getting!
What's been the better fades; iron heart or brave star?
In my opinion the IH. Just because the indigo used is heavier and darker. This heavy duty BS fades very nice also.
Good vid. I played back in 1.25 x speed.
Wow they fit pretty nice, and that thick cuff at the bottom!
Thanks, I was going to return this one for a smaller size to give room for stretching but I decided to just order another one and make this one an experiment. Stay around so you see the progress. Thanks!
Should I order 1 size bigger?
I recommend you follow what they recommend on their site. Size 34 (which I bought) is actually a 36! They will stretch out a bit.
You got to do a denim collection video with denim jackets. Places like H&M and Uniqlo those clothes have no soul they are fast fashion and those clothes don't age well.
Thanks, I will soon enough! I'm not sure if people re-read posts but between you and I... next video is about a 25 oz selvedge from IH! Thanks for watching my vids!
Holy hell, the video starts at 3:50
Sorry that you had to wait. Most of my vids are like this. Some like it, some don’t but it’s okay. Cheers!
Is it hard to button it?
A little bit but it will get better.
But I got a brown paper their Thanksgiving with my name printed on it and stay raw printed on it. I couldn't see it here
This is my first one from them so I didn’t know. I’ll look in the package. 22 oz. wow!!
Great looking jeans and its not the same denim they had before...i used to put the 501stf up and tell them to walk of course during my seaman years 1985 to 1995 after 1995 not so strong anymore.
Thanks! Of course nothing like the originals. I think the 501 still makes the STF and maybe I’ll get a hold of that one also.
@@StylishGreaseMonkey they do in Mexico with 12.50 oz...enjoy the Brave Star
@@antoniobranco8005 Do yo remember the days when everyone stubbed their cigarettes out against their Levi's when their were no ashtrays at a party and the ash just brushed off without leaving a mark on them.?
I still remember the day when a tea towel caught alight on the cooker and one of the girls snuffed it out against her jeans rather than stomping it on the floor. No one took any notice, or thought that it would damage the Levi's denim.
@@wilsjane of course i remenber in my Spanish Lois and the Levis orange tab,and later the levis student very hairy,we put the cigarrete without any damage for the denim...great times,sea water,sand,a little clorine with water here and there,to do yje hole like Neil Young
@@antoniobranco8005 The tag on the back pocket of Lois jeans was real leather and great for stubbing cigarettes out.
Did you ever stomp bonfires on the sand out and burn the frays off your jeans without catching the denim alight.?
I remember the day that a guy set the frays on his girlfriends short denim shorts alight. He did not expect the frays to burn so fast and I remember the shocked look on his face when she just brushed them out with her hand. It was so funny. 😃
Я очень доволен 21.5oz🇺🇸 Куртка и Джинсы🌠🌠🌠
Nice review. How tall are you?
6’ @215 lbs.
Almost bulletproof!
Yes it is!
@@StylishGreaseMonkey just ordered my 4th pair yesterday! All different weight denim, and finding the heavier, the better!
@@burningmanmike The heavy weights get softer and fade faster. I can’t wait to show how mine is in six months.
Indonesian denim brand please
I was watching one of your older vids an I wear a 34 in IH an a 33 in PBJ. When you rock the the Iron Hearts do you wear a 34 or do go with a 33 and Stretch em to fit. These brave stars are so dope. They have that perfect cut.
Hey thanks man! I ordered the IH 666s in 33s in hopes it will stretch out fast but I need to wear it more so I can soak it. I recently ordered the IH 777 and will make a first impression vid. It’s a size 34. All my BS are size 34 because I can’t wait for it to stretch lol and I hate tight jeans…
@@StylishGreaseMonkey ha I agree. Thanks for the follow up. I’m sticking with the 34 size. That little bit of extra room makes the jeans easy to break in. Your making great vids.
Nice !! U got me poison too.
Awesome!!
Love from Mumbai
Sending you back much love!!!
Amazing jeans but too big. Next time try 33 or even 32.
I got 6 pairs of true straights since December. I lift too and got them so tight my thighs felt like they'd Hulk out of the fabric. The top button was so tight I could *barely* button it.
Months later the thighs are a perfect fit and I can get 2 fingers in at the waist. They stretch a lot and your thighs look pretty roomy here and you even had some space at the waist. They are gonna stretch a good inch or more in a hurry.
Good to know. We will see how it goes with this one. I like the extra room since it is heavy and hot.
Are you the ‘Aaron’ I know?
@@StylishGreaseMonkey Don't think so?
@@aaronward3602 cool, just a coincidence. I’ve requested to return this one and go for a smaller size. I’ll update everyone in a couple of months.
@@StylishGreaseMonkey If they won't take them back, you can always get a tailor to alter them. When I was figuring out my ideal size I wore an oversized pair a bit too long and I couldn't return. I took them to a tailor along with my best fitting pair and said "I want them to fit just like these." $25 later, they do.
I know how odd it sounds, but your new jeans should even feel uncomfortable. Mine compressed my ass cheeks and the waistband left red marks on my belly. I wondered for a few days if I made a mistake. But after 4-5 days of daily wear, suddenly they fit. Pulling them up, I could feel the pants almost clicking into place over my thighs, butt cheeks. Now I wouldn't size these any other way. This worked for me in 12.5 oz "summer weight" denim all the way up to 21.5.
Just trust me and try it. Absolutely as tight as you can button.
Super👌классно👍
Glad you like them, and that's truly what's important. I want to point out that Bravestar and the people behind it (especially customer service) are complete fucking trash, though. The fit of any of their jeans are sloppy (to each their own) and in the wash, wow, wait until you wash these pieces of shit. Threads start popping everywhere. Belt loops, especially. And that cloth tag gets mangled.
It's fun.
Also, if you do have a problem, don't expect a response from CS. I believe I got zero replies to 2 emails.
Do yourself a favor. Grab some IronHeart's, Freenote's...hell, even Naked & Famous. IH especially is lightyears above what Bravestar is is producing. IH has AMAZING customer service.
Again, it's great you like these BS 21.5oz, heavyweight is where it's at. Stoked that they work for you. I would have loved to have better things to say about the brand.
I apologize that YT hid this comment from my view!
I love IH as well and maybe I’ll finally breakdown and get a 634 or something like that.
Sorry you had a bad experience with BS. I haven’t had those issues yet. Loving the 21.5 oz and making an update vid soon!
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I'm waiting for these same jeans to come in this week. Can' wait.
I also have the 21.5 oz double black. They have a god awful smell from the black dye. Tried different methods of removing the odor, no luck. Buyer beware if you order their black jeans.
Congratulations! I’m moving so I won’t have the chance to wear mine until I receive my household goods in August.
I did notice a smell from this one when I took it out of the plastic and wore them. I figured that was normal. Are you saying the black ones are even worse?
Went to your channel, safe riding! Are you in Cali?
@@StylishGreaseMonkey I'll let you know if the 21.5 indigo has an odor. Should get them in a few days. My other lighter weight brave star jeans have no odor. I think it's a common problem with black jeans from most jean companies.
I'm actually from Philly. Haven't rode the bike in a while after a spill some years back. But I'm changing out the brakes today and will get out there very soon.
@@StylishGreaseMonkey Update...... I received the 21.5 indigo. No odor.
I looked on their website and they mention that the double black, dyed inside and out, (and I assume the lighter weight black only dyed on the outside) is dyed using a sulphur dye. So that is definitely where that odor comes from.
I wish I sized up in the double black because I had to soak them several times using baking soda (a lot of it) and water. The smell is fading only slightly. The waist shrunk due to the soaks but I used a pants waist stretcher to give me a little more room.
@@soulkitchen1979 Thank you so much for the update! Since I can’t get to mine in the next three months, if you don’t mind letting me (us) know how your break-in period is going. I’m excited!
I agree that the black ones have a different dying method used or different dyes hence the smell. I know here in Japan, they use the old method by hand to die indigo. I have yet to manage a trip to the Jeans Street in Kojima but once travel restrictions are lifted I will go.
Hope to hear more from you!
@@soulkitchen1979 Oh and thanks for sharing the soaking tip. I will use that to tighten mine a little bit when it stretches.
cool man cool
Hey man love the video, I’m always is search for solid Americana products too, check out Nicks boots, I use to wear Redwings till I went to Nicks, they are even better than the Redwings too. Thanks man for the video, can’t wait to get my 21.5 oz I ordered from Brave Star. How are you still liking them?
So sorry that your comments went to my "held for review" section and I didn't see this now. I will make another update video regarding the 21.5 oz. I like them, a little stiff but getting there. Thanks.