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What the FAQ - What's the deal with the weight of the jeans?

Ounces here and Oz's there, what is all this talk about denim and imperial weight?

In this episode of What the FAQ, we're looking into what is so interesting about heavy denim and what it might bring to the table for you.

About the series

What the FAQ is dedicated to answering some of the most frequently asked questions we receive here at Nudie Jeans. Whether it concerns our sustainability work, product info, or general denim advice, our experts and colleagues stand ready to enlighten the Nudie Jeans community.

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