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The Strike Gold

The Strike Gold produces jeans known for exceptional softness and comfort from the start. Their 5103 model fades impressively and molds to the wearer’s body over time.

The Strike Gold Overview

Brand Overview

The Strike Gold, based in Okayama, is a family-run brand known for raw, untreated denim that ages uniquely with wear. Founded in 2007, the brand focuses on slubby, irregular fabrics and minimalist design, letting the denim’s character speak for itself.


What Makes The Strike Gold Unique

  • Slub-Heavy Denim: 14–17oz fabrics with pronounced texture and uneven fading.
  • Zero Wash Philosophy: Jeans are sold raw, encouraging personalized wear patterns.
  • Hidden Details: Custom "SG" rivets and tucked belt loops for clean lines.

Core Offerings, Fits, and Styles

Signature Aesthetic:
Rugged, high-contrast denim with a focus on fabric over embellishment.

Fit / Style Description Price Range (USD)
SG2105 Slim tapered, 15oz Zimbabwe cotton $300–$350
SG1109 Relaxed straight, 17oz slub denim $320–$380

Materials & Sourcing

Component Country of Origin Details
Selvedge Denim Japan (Okayama) 14–17oz, unsanforized, slub textures
Thread Japan Cotton/poly blend for durability
Manufacturing Japan Cut/sewn in Okayama workshops

Brand Hallmarks

  • Vertical Fading: Develops sharp contrast along wear points.
  • Raised Belt Loops: Reduces friction and wear.
  • Hand-Forged Buttons: Custom brass with "SG" engraving.

Price Point Ranges

Product Category Price Range (USD) Example Models
Selvedge Jeans $300–$380 SG2105, SG1109
Denim Jackets $400–$500 Type III, Double-Indigo

Recommended Brands with Similar Qualities (Japanese Only)

  • Samurai Jeans (heavyweight slub)
  • Iron Heart (raw, durable denim)
  • Oni Denim (textured fabrics)

Who The Strike Gold Is Good For

  • Denim purists seeking dramatic, personalized fades.
  • Fans of unstructured, minimalist design.
  • Buyers valuing fabric over branding.