Krist 14oz Washed Black Stretch Selvedge Denim
Hiroshi Kato's jeans release enters Vinchy's AI lab for a closer look at fabrication, fit, and care notes.
Tagged at $195, quality lands at 90/100, comfort at 100/100, and sustainability at Not Available for discerning shoppers.
- Brand · Hiroshi Kato
- Category · Jeans
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Craftsmanship, stitching, and long-term durability.
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Attribute deep dive
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Quality Analysis 90/100
This denim boasts excellent durability indicators, starting with the substantial 14oz Japanese selvedge fabric and the inclusion of a reliable YKK zipper fly, ensuring long-lasting wear. Furthermore, the proprietary 4-way stretch fabric is specifically engineered to maintain the robust fading characteristics of raw denim while offering enhanced comfort and 360-degree movement.
Comfort Assessment 100/100
These jeans promise exceptional comfort thanks to the proprietary 4-way stretch fabric, which is specifically designed for 360-degree movement, making them highly adaptive despite the durable 14oz denim weight. The inclusion of 4% polyurethane ensures flexibility, while the expert washing process gives them a soft, worn-in vintage feel right out of the box.
Sustainability Impact Not Available
This garment lacks specific sustainability indicators, such as certified organic or recycled materials, making it impossible to assign a score based on environmental or ethical claims. The default score is applied due to insufficient evidence.
Measurement breakdown
Measurements across available sizes.
| Size | Waist | Thigh | Knee | Leg Opening | Inseam | Rise |
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| 29 | 77.5 cm | 57.1 cm | 21 cm | 18.4 cm | 83.8 cm | 24.8 cm |
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Garment details
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The signature stretch denim from KATO' is authentic Japanese raw selvedge denim designed for comfort. The jeans are built using a proprietary 4-way stretch fabric, designed for 360 degree movement while maintaining the durability and fading characteristics of raw denim. Originally a raw black denim, these jeans have gone through an in-house wash done expertly at Hiroshi Kato's flagship Los Angeles factory giving the jeans a worn in vintage appearance. The jeans are cut in a classic 5-pocket style, complete with a custom branded patch, and YKK zipper fly.
14oz sanforized Japanese 4-way stretch selvedge denim The Hammer, Straight Fit is designed as a classic straight leg denim with a roomy top block and slight taper from the knee down
5 pocket, YKK zipper fly closure Exposed selvedge coin pocket detail Custom branded button Branded leather patch 96% cotton, 4% polyurethane Made in USA