Levi's Vintage Clothing

[SF2Turbo 120]

NEWS ALERT:

just purchased LVC 501 STF 1947 from American Classics London today and was told by the kind lady who served me that LVC line may get  discontinued. So please stock up

my pair is mad in turkey which is a little let down as i would prefer the Japanese made ones. But never the less i got one and also have my few years old 1966 cone mills STF

in mint condition which will get stored away and im going to start wearing my 1947 once iv done the first soak.

my usual size is waist 32 almost all brands. even the LVC 1966 i got the W32. as for 1947 I had to size up to Waist 33.

So if anyone is getting LVC 501 1947 size up atleast one from say nudies,Lee or regular levis 501.

[pomata 2,092,241]

Old lvc 44 details, didn’t notice how the buttons have aged on these. 
 

[pomata 2,092,241]

And a more recent pair, still made in USA with cone mills denim. 
 

[lee porter 407]

The girl in the Levi’s shop that sell lvc in London said ss23 is the last season for lvc is this correct? Can anyone confirm this?

[Dry 487]

These pre-serated patch, pre care label 502-0117s which I got earlier this year appear to have fabric defects, which did not appear until after they were brushed. Does anybody know what has caused this? The about 50 year old jeans number 16 on the button with Scovill zip seem sound despite the flaws. 

Edited March 22 by Dry
Typo

[bartlebyyphonics 9,938]

On 3/20/2023 at 7:27 PM, lee porter said:

The girl in the Levi’s shop that sell lvc in London said ss23 is the last season for lvc is this correct? Can anyone confirm this?

On 2/10/2023 at 11:41 PM, bartlebyyphonics said:

a little cross-forum contamination...

good night sweet prince?

 

only able to confirm that the rumour was around already in Jan on denimbro...  tbh: if this is their return to the triple pleat, I find it hard to shed a tear... [lacklustre pre-distressing, oversized and imbalancing pocket w. flaps, aghast I say!]

 

[Dr_Heech 568,658]

^But they're stitch for stitch reproductions, what do you mean?? 

I gave up on them around 2005, with only 3 new pieces bought since. Plenty of decent Japanese companies doing better if you dont mind the lack of arcs. 

Still got several wearers and 2 pairs of nos so no l won't be shedding a tear either.

 

 

 

[bartlebyyphonics 9,938]

I guess I hold a special place in my heart for the late 1800s lvc offerings, as they have made some nice ones; had both the late 90s triple pleat [which was inaccurate, but balanced] then the more recent one; both great jackets; this one feels a little sad for the company to go out with...

[Dr_Heech 568,658]

7 hours ago, bartlebyyphonics said:

I guess I hold a special place in my heart for the late 1800s lvc offerings, as they have made some nice ones; had both the late 90s triple pleat [which was inaccurate, but balanced] then the more recent one; both great jackets; this one feels a little sad for the company to go out with...

Tbh my friend, apart from the last Cone triple pleat (with no pocket flaps) all of the other triple pleats are inaccurate anyway - but l see what you mean, that distressing warrants a face palm emoji. 

Lvc's best time was (imho) 1999-2003, just before it changed from Levis vintage clothing to 'Lvc'. Saying that, their 1955 model has always been (more or less) consistent over the last 26 years or so, as is their 1947 model to an extent. So l guess for the last few fanboys (and fangirls) it's time to stock up on what's left. Maybe I'll have a look at the 55s when l'm up in London next although doubtful I'll end up with a pair. 

 

 

 

Edited March 23 by Dr_Heech
To clarify

[Maynard Friedman 570,905]

On 3/20/2023 at 1:12 PM, Maynard Friedman said:

LVC 1966 size W32 L34 - SOLD

• BNWT and raw
• Cone denim, made in USA, 2015

Measurements BiG style

• Waist (aligned): 33”
• Front rise: 11.5”
• Back rise: 15.5”
• Thigh (at crotch): 12.5”
• Inseam: 33.75”
• Hem: 8.3”

 

LVC 1976 size W32 L34 - £200 plus shipping

• BNWT and raw
• Cone denim, made in USA, 2016

Measurements BiG style

• Waist (aligned): 33” 
• Front rise: 12”
• Back rise: 15.25”
• Thigh (at crotch): 12.75”
• Inseam: 33.75”
• Hem: 8.5”

 

LVC 1880s Triple Pleat blouse size 40/M - £300 plus shipping

• BNWT and raw
• Cone denim, made in USA, 2016. I mis-sized on this, gutted

Measurements

• Chest (P2P): 21”
• Shoulder: 19.5”
• Back length (base of collar to bottom of waistband): 22”
• Sleeves (outer - shoulder to bottom of cuff): 24”
• Sleeves (inner - armpit to bottom of cuff): 19”

 

Edited April 2 by Maynard Friedman

[bartlebyyphonics 9,938]

oh yes:

the '76 and that triple pleat; pretty strong last hurrahs from cone!

the denim on both is >chef's kiss<

[vlad_III 89]

Does LVC use cotton or polyester for their stitches?

[Dr_Heech 568,658]

5 hours ago, vlad_III said:

Does LVC use cotton or polyester for their stitches?

Polyester thread throughout. 

 

[Paul T 1,824,006]

On 3/23/2023 at 7:50 PM, bartlebyyphonics said:

oh yes:

the '76 and that triple pleat; pretty strong last hurrahs from cone!

the denim on both is >chef's kiss<

Absolutely. Then there's the 1880 in natural indigo. Amazing. While the triple pleat in duck was gorgeous too. I can understand a lot of the dismissal if LVC but the ultimate compliment must be how many Japanese companies brought out their own me-toos .

 

 

Edited March 24 by Paul T

[Signet 351]

LVC specialists here how much shrinkage should we expect from the new made in japan lvc line  jeans waist and inseam and jacket length and chest? 8-10% or less?

1947 , 1955 1954 1967 506xx and 507xx thank you

[pomata 2,092,241]

Didn’t take measurements but my pair of 1954 did shrink a lot, I’d say 10% or more.

[NilsLW 362]

I wonder if there is any chance we will see a 36 inseam option ever again?

[andyrcii 265]

Just washed my 1937’s for the first time (they had a tub soak on buying)

fit came out pretty good.

https://imgur.com/a/dDZXFRG

 

[olmecasteve 691]

I’ve had these 33s for about 5 years 

countless washes and soaks

[generic_guy 807]

I am looking at a type one jacket on eBay.

Seller says it it is from 2007, and that they believe it was made without a red tab. 

I believe Levis didn't start putting the tab on jackets until later, but having looked through catalogs I can't see a version without a red tab.

Jacket is labelled as made in Turkey but I suspect the tab has been removed by someone.

Anyone heard of a type one without a tab?

[Maynard Friedman 570,905]

I think you’re saying that historically, Levi’s (and not LVC) started using the red tab in 1936/37 and perhaps the Type I was released before then so wouldn’t have had a red tab? I’d need to check my books, which I don’t have to hand, so probably an expert like @Dr_Heech can confirm.

Furthermore, even if this is the case, I think you’re asking if LVC would have made a Type I repro without a red tab to reflect this period. I don’t know but I’d guess not.

More importantly, as you managed to find 3 US-made Cone Type IIs for an excellent price, why on earth would you want a Turkish made LVC Type I without a tab?!

[mondo 1,905]

4 hours ago, generic_guy said:

I am looking at a type one jacket on eBay.

Seller says it it is from 2007, and that they believe it was made without a red tab. 

I believe Levis didn't start putting the tab on jackets until later, but having looked through catalogs I can't see a version without a red tab.

Jacket is labelled as made in Turkey but I suspect the tab has been removed by someone.

Anyone heard of a type one without a tab?

I've a 555 type I LVC from 1998 (if I read the codes accurately back when I was a more thorough researcher), and it's got a red tab. Same with a type II from that era.

[mstax 41]

6 hours ago, generic_guy said:

I am looking at a type one jacket on eBay.

Seller says it it is from 2007, and that they believe it was made without a red tab. 

I believe Levis didn't start putting the tab on jackets until later, but having looked through catalogs I can't see a version without a red tab.

Jacket is labelled as made in Turkey but I suspect the tab has been removed by someone.

Anyone heard of a type one without a tab?

If the tab was removed, you should be able to see that I think. Ask for some closer photos of the area where the tab should have been. See if there is some red fabric left between the fabric layers in case they cut it off. Or in case they undid the stitching to remove it, you also should be able to see that in the stitch lines on the pocket. Normally that stitch should be continuous. If someone undid the stitching to remove the tab and then restitched it, you should see that. 
 

It also could be a sample maybe?

[Dr_Heech 568,658]

8 hours ago, Maynard Friedman said:

I think you’re saying that historically, Levi’s (and not LVC) started using the red tab in 1936/37 and perhaps the Type I was released before then so wouldn’t have had a red tab? I’d need to check my books, which I don’t have to hand, so probably an expert like @Dr_Heech can confirm.

...

To recap..

So the first pocket-flapped 506xx was introduced in c.1927, the details included small (501xx fly sized) unbranded buttons. From c.1928 until c.1935 the jacket used branded small buttons, but then in early 1936 Levis changed that and started to use the larger, waist-band sized buttons. Although the red tab was added around late 1936 on jeans pockets, it wasn't until mid 1937 that the tab was attached to jacket pockets. According to the book. 

As for Lvc, your guess is as good as mine. To date they have only made the 506 repro from c.1936, which shouldn't really have a tab yet, but obviously does. The only other 506xx repro was the wartime version, which isn't relevant here. 

Could be a sample version? These often dont have all the details that the shop-ready garments have (?)

 

 

Edited May 7 by Dr_Heech
The usual

[generic_guy 807]

Cheers for the info.

Looks like it has sold now, this was the jacket

Levis Vintage Clothing 1936 506 XX Denim Jacket XL 50" Type 1 LVC Big E 506XX | eBay

There's a good close up of the pocket but can't see any traces and if they've resown it they've done a very good job.

I actually like the idea of a jacket without a tab given that is more authentic but wouldn't be as keen if a previous owner has removed it.

Bit big for a sample I think although that would make sense.

To answer Maynard; I love type 2s but they don't really fit me sadly. I think I can *just* get away with the USA version, unwashed. However I still need to shift some timber for it to look better, and I definitely prefer the length of a type one.

I have a couple of type ones but one is miles bigger than anything I've seen recently, I also have a very heavily washed type one with no label that fits me great but can't find an unwashed version.

[Dr_Heech 568,658]

@bartlebyyphonics this came up on my feed the other day and l thought of you.  Looks like the last hurrah for LVC with these 1870's duck items. On the surface they don't look too bad and the label looks to be a newer (improved/accurate?) version. I guess they're made in Japan?

 

 

[bartlebyyphonics 9,938]

oooooof! thanks for sharing; honoured to be in the thoughts bank... 

early model duck always so good & pants looks v. good... [no yoke is interesting]

looks exactly like a proper last hurrah, thanks for sharing... 

this is a much better proper proper goodbye for lvc than than the faded pocket flapped triple pleat...

[been wearing my lvc 1870/80s tux around with happiness today; 9oz top & bottom is nearest to a tracksuit I've felt in a while... also been very enjoying the '55 cut; definite good feng shui tailoring jiggery pokery happiness going on there: unobtrusive leg but spacious top box and ankle...]

but alas; looks like the sizing on last duck pants wont accommodate my gaijin gut [the 36, the biggest size, wont get where I need it [I like space]...and duck isn't known for stretching...]

[bootsofmannishleather 83]

On 3/23/2023 at 9:24 AM, Maynard Friedman said:

 

So looks like that Triple Pleat Blouse would shrink to like a 36 after an initial soak? Otherwise, I could possibly be interested. The raw measurements are perfect for me haha

[jeddyhsu 673]

Hi from SuperTechwear. I don't wear denim but saw that Levi's is hosting a pop-up experience with DJ's in my city of SF this weekend. Gonna be checking it out and wanted to share here for the SuFu Denim heads.

 https://www.levi.com/US/en_US/features/501experience

[silencejoe 130,646]

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