Kato’s 4-Way stretch material makes wearing premium Japanese denim effortless
Given the initial stiffness of most raw denim, the act of breaking in a pair of jeans—so they’re perfectly contoured with a covetable fade—is now considered an art form. Connoisseurs offer all kinds of homespun tricks, such as wearing them in the bathtub or storing them in your freezer. But Kato' has another option. They source fabric from Kaihara Mills, one of the most-respected denim producers in Japan, and then blend durable 14-oz selvedge with 4-Way stretch material through a monthslong process of cutting, sewing, washing, and testing. The result is a pair of selvedge denim jeans that are comfortable the moment you slip them on and only get better with time. Now that’s cool—no freezer necessary.
- Crafted from premium Japanese selvedge denim that’s revered for its quality and finish
- Durable 14-oz weight will develop a nice fade and contour to your shape over time
- Added 4-Way stretch provides comfort and allows for a full range of motion
- Classic five-pocket construction includes a selvedge coin pocket
- Made in Los Angeles
- 96% cotton, 4% polyurethane
- The Hammer has a straight fit that’s true to size; take your normal size waste
- Selvedge jeans will shrink after they’re first washed and dried but will also stretch over time so the best first fit is a bit tight
- For the best personal fit, measure your favorite pants and compare to the size chart below
| 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waistband | 30¼ | 31¼ | 32¼ | 33¼ | 34¼ | 35¼ | 36¼ | 38¼ | 40¼ | 42¼ |
| Front Rise | 9½ | 9¾ | 10 | 10¼ | 10½ | 10¾ | 11 | 11½ | 12 | 12½ |
| Thigh | 22¾ | 23¼ | 23¾ | 24¼ | 24¾ | 25¼ | 25¾ | 26⅞ | 28 | 29⅛ |
| Knee | 16½ | 16¾ | 17 | 17¼ | 17½ | 17¾ | 18 | 18½ | 19 | 19½ |
| Leg Opening | 15 | 15¼ | 15½ | 15¾ | 16 | 16¼ | 16½ | 17 | 17½ | 18 |
| Inseam | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 |
*All measurements are in inches.*
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