Levi's Vintage Clothing

[robbojnr]

as you seem to be the denim expert round here paul can you say that in 55's and 47's i should size up to 36 if i take a 34 normally..

i have read your literature before and i know this is what you have said but the 2 inches that the denim stretches back out again doesnt seem to be considered here

[Paul T]

as you seem to be the denim expert round here paul can you say that in 55's and 47's i should size up to 36 if i take a 34 normally..

i have read your literature before and i know this is what you have said but the 2 inches that the denim stretches back out again doesnt seem to be considered here

I would buy actual size in the 55s, so if you're a 34 waist, 34 leg buy 34W36L.

Some people here have sized down - ie bought actual size - in the 47. Most people, including me, allow two inches for shrinking as is conventional, because the 47 is usually made undersized, with slim thighs. In my experience, an inch of stretching is as much as you'll get with the LVC - but I wear them slim, not tight.

[robbojnr]

thanks paul

which jeans would you recommend as i have usually bought 33's but find them to wide on at the bottom too much fabric knee down

[sayocean]

x-post from the evo thread, here are a couple of levis, one LVC and one non-LVC. The PWR 501 are the ones that came in the black cloth bag and despite it not having a selvage outseam, it does have nice details like hidden rivets and decent leather patch. The arcuates are also somewhat "lazy" and are different from any that i've seen.

LVC 1967 606 Super Slims, 29x32 No wash, no soak about 7-8 months solid

Levi's Products with Roots Limited Edition 1947 501, 1 Hot soak, 1 Hot wash about 6 months wear

[Paul T]

thanks paul

which jeans would you recommend as i have usually bought 33's but find them to wide on at the bottom too much fabric knee down

Aarrrghh, there's a question!

The two definitive LVC have to be the 1947 and 1955, both of which are excellent. The 47 is a slimmer fit (even if you size up), the 55 looks more vintage and the denim might be slightly nicer. But it's a question of taste, really. I haven't tried the 67 yet, or the 505; those are great jeans, but at some time everyone should try the 47 or 55, they are the classic postwar 501 shapre, from which just about everything else evolve.d.

More info on the 501 thread:

http://www.superfuture.com/supertalk/showthread.php?t=34010

[sayocean]

[alleyooptroop]

just wanted to share. lvc 47 deadstock from current season. tagged 30/34.

pre-soak measurements:

waist: 15

thigh: 11.25

inseam: 34.25

hem: 8

post-soak measurements:

waist: 14.5

thigh: 10.5

inseam: 32

hem: 8

for reference i'm 5'5" 135lbs.

dirty mirror + phone cam + bad lighting = shitty pics

[sayocean]

nice jeans, you are just an inch taller than me, otherwise same weight and same lvc size!

[robbojnr]

what are the measurements when worn after soaking

just wanted to share. lvc 47 deadstock from current season. tagged 30/34.

pre-soak measurements:

waist: 15

thigh: 11.25

inseam: 34.25

hem: 8

post-soak measurements:

waist: 14.5

thigh: 10.5

inseam: 32

hem: 8

for reference i'm 5'5" 135lbs.

dirty mirror + phone cam + bad lighting = shitty pics

[robbojnr]

aren't the 67's the 505's

also do these require soaking

i think i may take a bash at the 55's where does one buy these i was thinking aeroclothing as they are considerably cheaper than cinch in london

Aarrrghh, there's a question!

The two definitive LVC have to be the 1947 and 1955, both of which are excellent. The 47 is a slimmer fit (even if you size up), the 55 looks more vintage and the denim might be slightly nicer. But it's a question of taste, really. I haven't tried the 67 yet, or the 505; those are great jeans, but at some time everyone should try the 47 or 55, they are the classic postwar 501 shapre, from which just about everything else evolve.d.

More info on the 501 thread:

http://www.superfuture.com/supertalk/showthread.php?t=34010

[lenn]

^the 67's are indeed the 505's, and they don't require soaking as they are sanforized

[alleyooptroop]

what are the measurements when worn after soaking

Don't know yet. I literally only had them on for 5 mins when I took the pics. Will update in a few weeks.

[robbojnr]

did they stretch out much these jeans the guys i have been speaking to say they give quite a bit

x-post from the evo thread, here are a couple of levis, one LVC and one non-LVC. The PWR 501 are the ones that came in the black cloth bag and despite it not having a selvage outseam, it does have nice details like hidden rivets and decent leather patch. The arcuates are also somewhat "lazy" and are different from any that i've seen.

LVC 1967 606 Super Slims, 29x32 No wash, no soak about 7-8 months solid

Levi's Products with Roots Limited Edition 1947 501, 1 Hot soak, 1 Hot wash about 6 months wear

[Logikal Retro]

Are there any other sites that carry 1947 501's besides Cultizm?

Looking for a 34/38 or 33/38. Thanks!

Edit: Is it best to buy true-to-size or size up? Thanks!

[selaviso]

i believe they are shrink to fit. id size up one for a regular fit but for a slimmer get true to size.

[Creme]

So all LVC 501 47's are shrink-to-fit?

[poly800rock]

just a heads up for philly heads, 47's are 50% off at the KOP levi's store.

[Shorty Long]

How distressed is the "1902 Sunset striped shirt?" I can't tell from the pics...I would expect it to be "deadstock" since it's packaged in the box and all.

nice jeans, great inspiration.

my lvc post is up

http://repeattofade.blogspot.com/2008/12/lvc-wrath-dust-ss-09-mens.html

[horriblyjollyjinx]

How distressed is the "1902 Sunset striped shirt?" I can't tell from the pics...I would expect it to be "deadstock" since it's packaged in the box and all.

sorry, it's not distressed. its deadstock or washed a few times.

[Roflcopterpwnsyou]

just a heads up for philly heads, 47's are 50% off at the KOP levi's store.

That's where I picked mine up. Which fit so well I'm selling my eternals. I'll post pics when I have a chance.

[Shorty Long]

that's good to hear. thanks for the info.

sorry, it's not distressed. its deadstock or washed a few times.

[poly800rock]

That's where I picked mine up. Which fit so well I'm selling my eternals. I'll post pics when I have a chance.

I think i might head up again after xmas to KOP a pair. 40oz wasn't working though. I actually like the super slim orange tab 66's a lot as well.

[Roflcopterpwnsyou]

I think i might head up again after xmas to KOP a pair. 40oz wasn't working though. I actually like the super slim orange tab 66's a lot as well.

He actually told me he doesn't work there anymore.

I like the slim 66s as well, but my 47s came out perfect. Seriously one of my best fitting pair of jeans.

[Logikal Retro]

Anybody have information on that Philly KOP Store? Mind PM'ing me that?

They have 38" inseam? Thanks!

Our local store stopped carrying the LVC line due to bad sales.

[Originatek]

I've been searching this thread but cannot find information as to how much the washed varieties of the 1947 501 lvc collection stretch/shrink . could someone with experience please share with me?

[Sympathy-For-The-Denim]

are those 44s 96s 99s valencia mades or from later seasons? I´m currently breakin in a pair from 99... Merry Christmas to everyone!!!

[jabbab]

Hello everyone! great forum & very interesting.

I'm lookin' to buy a raw LVC type 2 1953 jacket, could anyone give me any advice on the sizing? are they made larger than tagged? Same advice needed for some 1937 201's 555! I need a 38 waist so would I need to get a 40W?

Thanks & Merry Christmas.

[Logikal Retro]

For a 33 waist, should I order a tagged 36 or tagged 34 in the 47 501's?

No 35's available.

[Originatek]

i searched but cannot find information about the stretch/shrinkage on the washed varieties of the 1947 501. can anyone share their experience ?

[Sympathy-For-The-Denim]

Hello everyone! great forum & very interesting.

I'm lookin' to buy a raw LVC type 2 1953 jacket, could anyone give me any advice on the sizing? are they made larger than tagged? Same advice needed for some 1937 201's 555! I need a 38 waist so would I need to get a 40W?

Thanks & Merry Christmas.

with the 37s you should go with a W42, because the fit very snug in the waist,

or try to stretch out the waist...