The Flat Head - 12.5oz Wide Straight Left Hand Twill Selvedge Denim Jeans [FN-D211F]

The Flat Head FN-D211F takes the brand’s wide straight silhouette and gives it a lighter, softer denim with a factory fade already worked into the surface. Built from 12.5oz left-hand twill selvedge denim using Zimbabwe cotton, it has the relaxed proportions of The Flat Head’s wider fits with considerably less weight than their heavier 14.5oz and 18oz denim.

The fabric is woven slowly on vintage shuttle looms using rope-dyed indigo yarn. Zimbabwe cotton is known for its long staple fibres and naturally soft hand, and in this 12.5oz construction it creates a denim that feels supple and comfortable from the beginning without losing the texture expected from traditional shuttle-loom fabric.

The left-hand twill construction is an important part of how the fabric behaves. Because the direction of the weave runs against the twist of the yarn, the diagonal twill line becomes particularly pronounced, helping the fabric soften quickly while encouraging clear vertical fading as the denim continues to age. Even though the FN-D211F already arrives with a moderate fade treatment, The Flat Head deliberately leaves enough indigo behind for the jeans to continue developing greater contrast through wear.

The fit is based around the same wide silhouette as the FN-D211, itself developed from The Flat Head’s popular FN-D111. The rise is deep, with generous room through the seat and thigh before continuing into a broad straight leg. The result has noticeably more volume than The Flat Head’s regular straight and tapered models, while the lighter 12.5oz fabric keeps the wider shape from feeling overly heavy.

Construction remains firmly rooted in vintage five-pocket denim. Major seams are sewn using two-needle chainstitch construction, which provides strength while allowing the seams to move with the denim and develop puckering as the jeans age. Raised belt loops are built to protect the stitching from abrasion while also creating another high-wear area that will gain contrast over time.

Original iron buttons are used at the fly, paired with branded copper rivets and copper-plated iron hidden rivets at the rear pockets. The Flat Head finishes the jeans with a goat leather Flying Wheel patch, allowing the hardware and leather to develop alongside the denim rather than remaining static as the jeans are worn.

The factory fade gives the FN-D211F a broken-in appearance from day one, but this is not intended to be a finished or artificial-looking vintage wash. There is still plenty of indigo left in the fabric, giving the wearer room to add their own creases, vertical fades and contrast over time.

Made in Japan.

Key Features

• 12.5oz Japanese selvedge denim

• Zimbabwe cotton

• Left-hand twill construction

• Rope-dyed indigo warp

• Woven on vintage shuttle looms

• Soft, supple hand

• Lightweight feel compared with heavier Flat Head denim

• Factory fade treatment

• Designed to continue fading with wear

• Deep rise

• Wide straight silhouette

• Generous seat and thigh

• Broad leg opening

• Based on The Flat Head FN-D211 / FN-D111 wide fit

• Two-needle chainstitch seam construction

• Raised belt loops

• Original iron button fly

• Branded copper rivets

• Copper-plated iron hidden rivets

• Goat leather Flying Wheel patch

• Selvedge outseam construction

• Made in Japan

• Style FN-D211F

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Fabric & Care

12.5oz Japanese left-hand twill selvedge denim woven from Zimbabwe cotton.

The fabric is rope dyed with indigo and woven slowly on vintage shuttle looms, giving it natural irregularity while the long-staple Zimbabwe cotton keeps the hand relatively soft and flexible. The left-hand twill construction also helps produce clear vertical fading as the fabric continues to age.

The jeans have already undergone The Flat Head’s factory fade and wash treatment, so the majority of the initial shrinkage has been addressed. Some additional settling can still occur depending on washing temperature and drying method.

Wash cold with a mild detergent and hang dry. The Flat Head specifically advises against tumble drying, as high heat can cause additional shrinkage and deterioration of the fabric.

Fit

Deep-rise wide straight fit.

The FN-D211F offers generous room through the seat and thigh before continuing into a wide straight leg. It has noticeably more volume than The Flat Head’s regular straight or tapered fits and is designed to create a relaxed silhouette rather than a close-fitting jean.

Because finished measurements can differ from tagged sizing, we recommend comparing the listed garment measurements against a pair of jeans you already own and like the fit of before choosing your size.

One washed at the factory. Minimal further shrinkage with a cold wash and hang dry.

These figures are estimates. Fabric, fit, and care all affect how a garment settles, so treat them as a guide rather than a guarantee. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.

Garment measurements taken flat before wash. Compare against a piece you already own and love.

How we measure

Canada: free Standard shipping over $300 CAD, otherwise $19.99 in BC and $24.99 to the rest of Canada. Express is $33 flat. Tracked courier, 1 to 4 business days.

United States: free Standard shipping over $350 USD, otherwise $25.99 USD. Express is $30 USD.

Returns: read our Return Policy for full details on returns and exchanges.

Wear for as long as you can before the first wash. Cold soak, hang dry in shade, never tumble dry. Full guide in our Journal.