Levi's Vintage Clothing

[dr.house]

Dr.house- too much, is how much I downsized the '33s.

I'm a 33" waist, the jeans were 31.5" dry. After soaking I have to stretch the hell out of them to get them to a 32.5". That works okay, and the seat is roomy enough, but the crotch is far too tight. It can be little awkward when I'm talking to the rich ladies in Pacific Heights about their gardens. I've gotten a few pinched-looking expressions after a glance downwards. I'm talking Starsky & Hutch tight.

I ate a bunch of birthday cake last week (not my own) and now every time I sit down in my truck I risk a blowout. Not so comfortable. I'm determined to wear them until I get good fades, though. After that I'll never go so far below actual waist size again, if at all.

Rivethead- the hat is a Brixton.

Hehe, thanks. Can't +rep you...Be careful with that Gran Torino, Hutch !

[roy6]

Could someone (Paul T most likely) what is the slimmest cut of lvc from 1901-33? Thanks

Probably the 1901, or the 1927, if you can find one.

[airfrogusmc]

Could someone (Paul T most likely) what is the slimmest cut of lvc from 1901-33? Thanks

The originals were all work waist overalls so non are slim. The LVC 555 1937 201 was about the slimmest of the early year LVCs. They were a fictional model and were also cut slimmer than any of LVCs other early repros.

[airfrogusmc]

Probably the 1901, or the 1927, if you can find one.

I have had the 1901s, the 1917s and the 1927s and the 1915 cone colabs are probably a bit trimmer (but not really trim) than most of the early models. As Roy stated the 01s and the 27s are not as full as some.

[Rivet Head]

Rivethead- the hat is a Brixton.

Thanks Roy! Here's the site in case anyone else is interested:

http://www.brixton.com/

[wgmds]

I know none of them are horriblly slim, I just like suspender buttons and cinches. I'm getting some money soon and why the fuck not?! Or maybe some freedom midnight or chinos. Thanks for all the help. I really like back left pockets (I'm guess you all could tell).

[entertainment!]

How about a closeup of the rivets and the leather tag?

Here are some details of the 1873 duck jacket.

Leather tag with size indicated elegantly in sharpie:

Pocket strap (rotated 90 degrees)

Rivets with leather washers for attaching the pocket strap

[Shorty Long]

Is this an authentic reproduction?

http://www.endclothing.co.uk/brands/levi-s-vintage/levi-s-vintage-shorthorn-checked-shirt-3.html

I don't think I've ever seen an authentic vintage "Short Horn" with these details (MOP buttons, traditional flap chest pocket closure, etc.). Am I wrong in thinking this is a complete f-up?

[roy6]

Rivets with leather washers for attaching the pocket strap

Thanks entertainment, looks great! The leather washers are a nice touch. The jacket looks to be a lot more wearable than the duck jumper (though PaulT makes it look good).

I just ordered that too, thanks for the link Rivethead. Can't wait to see it.

[entertainment!]

I took some more detail shots of the 1873 duck jacket because I wasn't so happy with the last ones. These are in natural light, but the color of the duck comes out more accurate in the flash shots. It is a very rich orangey brown.

[Shorty Long]

late-morning photo shoot; L-to-R: 1944s, 1937s, 1915s

[almostnice]

now thats a line up,just great!

[Sympathy-For-The-Denim]

can´t rep, but those 44s are insane

[Shorty Long]

15s are getting most of the wear these days...I have high hopes for them.

[attackwithstones]

They are from the 2008 LVC season. They are made in the US and in brand new condition. They have been worn 5 times, but are sadly too big and way too long for me. I hate to hem a pair of pre washed pants, the hems and roping never look as good as the original.

SIzed 34x34.

Measure at a 33 1/2" waist and 33 3/4" length.

12" front rise.

8 1/4" leg opening.

I have a few pictures of them on my flicker.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/attackwithstones/4582046488/

I'd like $100 for em. Rather someone on here get them than dealing with ebay.

[fardin]

shoty long +rep, wonderful simple pic, great pants.

[Dr_Heech]

15s are getting most of the wear these days...I have high hopes for them.

Great line up there, +repped.

Can we have some more detailed shots of the 1915's?

[roy6]

Shorty, those jeans look great hanging on the line. Makes me miss my backyard.

[airfrogusmc]

pretty sweet shorty, woulda repped but gotta spread ti around

[Shorty Long]

Unionmade finally has its webstore open. They have some LVC...one interesting piece...a rigid type-I jacket that's made in the USA. This is a departure from recent seasons as I believe they had been making all jackets (rigid and finished) in Turkey.

http://www.unionmadegoods.com/Levis_Vintage_Clothing_Mens.html

[Dr_Heech]

Thanks Shorty,

Those ducks look interesting - are they a vault-type piece?

Love that red hoody btw

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[dralfonzo]

some redline 501's on ebay, 524 stamped on back of top button - repros?

[Dr_Heech]

some redline 501's on ebay, 524 stamped on back of top button - repros?

No, I believe the 524 to be from late 70's/early 80's (one of the last redlines?) But I could be wrong.

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[stanier]

Hi all,

Does anyone know where I could get some of the orange and yellow thread that LVC uses? I've got a couple of threads unravelling and I would like to restitch with the same thread.

Thanks

[Guest redchris]

Hello, can I ask for opinions of the Japanese LVCs ?

I've had an LVC habit since I bought a pair of 1873 1st Blue Jeans back in 1999 and been through the halcyon days of TK Tatt selling Valencia St for £24.99.

Stupidly I have sold almost every pair on ebay over the years and I am now left with only the 1873.

I have always reserved my Japanese purchasing for their own take on Levi's: Canes, SDA's etc. However my heart is pining for a pair of 1944 501s

Is the Japanese LVC comparable with that early Valencia st?

[szekin430]

My Japanese 44501, good jeans for summer

[roy6]

I've had LVC Japan '33s and '44s. I liked them both and they were/are of comparable quality to US made ones. The Japanese models don't seem to be made from as carefully reproduced denim with regards to weight, texture and color, but the denim is nice nonetheless. If you aren't a stickler for those particular qualities, go for it.

I actually liked that my LVCJ '44s seemed to be of a heavier denim.

[stanier]

I have LVC Japan 33's, 44's, 47's and a type 2 jacket. I tend to prefer LVC Japan and find the little details better, IMHO.

On the 44's you'll find the same colour thread used throughout rather the two shades I think is used on US/EU LVC. The leather patch, rivets and buttons also I really like. On my 44's they had a really hairy denim quality and I think the selvage is more pronounced. Best of all LVC Japan denim wears beautifully IMO.

[Happy Hooligan]

So I stop by my local wardrobe resale place as I do about once every 4 months or so, as mostly they have nothing....

So I stop in and see all jeans are half off. I go through everything... diesel, gap, polo, a few levis, stuff I've never heard of and then I see these...

Levis 201's! 555's from 4/99! I just about had to change my own pants right there.

Half off of what? I check.. $18.00... Again, I check my pants... I'm holding a pair of 201's in my size that I can buy for $9.00! From the show Ghost Whisperer...

If only they were raw, but beggar's can't be choosers.

now the pics...

oh, and I'm cleaning out the closet... lots of Levi's for sale in bigger sizes 34-36 waist... click on my stuff for sale.

[wywh]

No, I believe the 524 to be from late 70's/early 80's (one of the last redlines?) But I could be wrong.

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This is my redline selvedge jeans from 1983 as indicates on inside tag. #555 back button which normally associate with LVC repros. I believe this are the last redlines produced in Valencia St factory.

Compared to #524 redlines, #555 got slightly different back pocket cut probably from different cutting block.

To me the best redlines are 'Redline '66' from end of 60s or early 70s with #2 or #6 back button as pictured here: