We source rare Japanese selvedge denim from Kuroki and Kaihara Mills, heavyweight Martexin waxed canvas, and antique hardware — cut and bench-sewn with unyielding standards in San Juan Capistrano, California.
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Haxby French Corduroy JacketDistinctive silhouettes engineered from heavyweight textiles to age with unmatched patina.
Each garment is individually numbered and constructed with antique double-needle flat felled seams.
Mass-market denim is produced on modern high-speed projectile looms that strip away character to produce uniform flat fabric. At Canyon Loom, we exclusively partner with heritage mills in Okayama and Hiroshima, Japan, operating vintage Toyoda G3 shuttle looms from the mid-20th century.
These looms weave yarn under low mechanical tension, creating a rich slubby texture (chattering) that can never be replicated by modern machines. As you wear your pair through daily life, the pure indigo slowly yields, revealing high-contrast electric blue fades unique to your lifestyle.
Solid brass buttons and antiqued copper burr rivets stamped with our maker's insignia in the USA.
Heavyweight Japanese herringbone twill front pocket bags that never blow out or tear.
Verified feedback from craftsmen, ranchers, riders, and denim purists.
"The 15oz Kuroki selvedge is unlike any denim I've owned in 20 years of wearing raw denim."
The low-tension slub texture began showing incredible honeycombs behind the knees at the 4-month mark. The fit through the thighs and seat is flawless.
"The Waxed Canvas Riders Jacket repels wind and rain like armor."
The Martexin canvas broke in beautifully within two weeks. The satin sleeve lining makes throwing it over heavy flannels completely effortless.
"Heavyweight brushed flannel that feels like an heirloom from day one."
The 1/8" double-needle stitching and real horn buttons show the insane level of pride this workshop puts into their production. Customer for life.
