A new model has been added to Eight G's distressed jeans lineup, the RD (Real Damage) type. While the traditional RD processing, achieved through meticulous handcrafting techniques, features vertical fading, selvedge creases, and distressing around the pockets and knees, giving these jeans a vintage-worthy aging look, this new RD4 processing adds a beautiful pale ice blue to jeans, achieved through repeated wear and washing. The natural fade exudes a "washed" look, making this a pair of jeans that even adults who might be hesitant to try distressed jeans can enjoy without hesitation.
■Distressed jeans that offer a rich look from the day you pick them up
Eight G, the original Japanese jeans brand from our store, Jeans Center Sakai, has released a new colorway, "RD4 (Real Damage 4)," in the distressed jeans lineup of their 15oz denim "Rokumaru Series."
This model is based on Lot 605, a loose-fitting model based on the "war model," which was simplified due to wartime material restrictions, resulting in a distinctively rugged look. Each pair is carefully crafted by artisans to achieve a vintage-like aging finish.
In addition to the realistic distressing around the pockets, knees, and hems that has been a hallmark of the RD series, this RD4 processing adds a beautiful pale ice blue color created by repeated wearing and washing.
With a natural faded look reminiscent of a "washed" look, this is a pair of jeans that even adults who are hesitant to try a distressed look can enjoy without hesitation.
■Fabric and Processing Characteristics
The fabric is made from 15oz selvedge denim.
While most jeans on the market are made from denim woven on modern high-speed looms (innovative looms), selvedge denim is woven on an old-fashioned power loom known as a shuttle loom.
Compared to modern looms, these machines can only weave fabrics about half the width, can weave at around one-fifth the speed, and require a lot of manual adjustments, making them extremely inefficient. However, they have captured the hearts of jeans enthusiasts with their simple, airy look and unique roughness and unevenness.
Selvedge denim is characterized by the presence of selvedge edges on the outseam (the outer seam).
Originally a feature unique to shuttle looms, which prevent fraying on both ends of the fabric, today it is known as a sign of selvedge denim and a much-loved detail for its design.
In the heyday of shuttle looms, which could weave narrow fabrics, the selvedge edges were used to minimize fabric waste, and by using the prevented fray edges for the outseams, the need for finishing with a serger was eliminated, reflecting the emphasis on production efficiency at the time.
The distressed finish, which beautifully recreates the discoloration, creases, and scuffs that come with wear, is meticulously applied by artisans to each pair of jeans.
While actual used clothing naturally shows signs of aging, such as wear to the fabric, the distressed finish preserves a vintage feel while maintaining the strength of the fabric and stitching, as the jeans are brand new.
*The location and degree of the distressing will vary from pair to pair. Also, if you enjoy the hemming, please wear the jeans without hemming them.
■ Celebrating historic vintage details
These simple five-pocket jeans are a traditional style.
The front has a button fly, and the top button is a laurel donut button, a distinctive feature of wartime models.
The rivets are traditional stamped copper rivets, and the back of the coin pocket has a stylish accent.
The V-shaped seam beside the top button is called a "V-stitch," a technique used to maintain strength in the days before sewing machines had the ability to backstitch.
The jeans also feature hidden rivets, a detail coveted by vintage enthusiasts.
The cotton lining is printed with classic logos and other designs.
The back, the face of the jeans, is also packed with thoughtful details.
The center belt loop is offset diagonally.
The logo-embossed cowhide patch will develop an increasingly refined look with use.
The right back pocket is embroidered with Eight G's iconic "G."
Roll up the jeans to show the selvedge and subtly show off your attention to detail in your jeans.
■A silhouette tailored to the Japanese physique
The silhouette is loose and straight, tapering slightly from just below the knee.
The pattern has been adjusted many times to create an exquisite silhouette that looks beautiful from any angle, and it looks great not only in the exact size, but also when you go up an inch for a looser fit.
It can be worn in a variety of ways, making it a pair of pants that you'll never get tired of.
made in Japan
