This The Strike Gold X CORLECTION 12oz Loopwheeled Pull Over (Natural Indigo) was worn by CORLECTION's Lee, who shares:
"CORLECTION has carried The Strike Gold since 2010, and my very first Japan-made loopwheeled hoody— a red one— was from TSG. I loved it so much that I eventually picked up their 12oz loopwheeled pullover in Natural Indigo. I’ve worn it for over five years now, and considering the weight, comfort, and very reasonable price, I still believe TSG’s 12oz loopwheeled sweatshirts, pullovers, and hoodies are perfect for beginners!"
"The original weight of TSG’s loopwheeled pullover was 12oz; however, the natural-indigo over-dyed version had been warm-water, industrial machine-washed before release, so by the time I purchased it, it weighed roughly 15oz. It was perfect for Sydney’s colder seasons but a bit too warm for the hotter months, so for the first two years, I wore it about two days per week, roughly six months of the year. I washed it after every two wears—about once a week. This routine caused the edges of the hood to fade into a more vintage look, which was exactly what I was looking for."
"The interior was brushed to a level of softness almost like fine cashmere, helping it trap heat extremely well. After about two years of wear, the inside became less hairy and noticeably thinner, so I began wearing it more often—about nine months of the year (excluding summer), roughly one to two days a week."
"We’ve been asked many times why a natural-indigo, hand thread-dyed garment costs so much more than a natural-indigo over-dyed one. I think this pullover is the perfect example. After more than four years of wear, the TSG natural-indigo overdyed pullover has faded quite evenly, aging into a look with far more soul and depth. Certain areas may show what looks like 'indigo stains' built up over the years, but to me, that’s part of the charm. It’s character—something I appreciate rather than complain about."
"By the fifth year of wear, I started to notice a bit of fraying at the joints of the kangaroo pocket—probably because I always kept both hands tucked in there during winter. So I cut back to wearing this pullover just once a week. Even now, I still reach for it on my days off during the colder months. It’s naturally become like a second skin to me, sharing both my ups and downs over the years..."