Type 3 denim jackets: Let's see what you got…

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post some pictures.

[denimdestroyedmylife]

this should help

great jacket, love mine

[mikeobike]

hi! i know this side - it's great ! but i have read the type 3 is indroduced in 1957 ?

[coleslawyum]

I think they say it was introduced in 1962, based on the Lee 101J. I think what you got there might be a repro. If not it's in pretty mint condition!

[HEWSINATOR]

I just have two of the same Gap versions of this. One was actually raw, but I had it so long ago, (8-9 years ago) that I had no clue what would have happened if I let it be instead of washing it like crazy.

I still maintain that denim on denim is tough, but when done right, it is like hitting a drive right in the sweet spot.

Here is a cross posted pic of my "distressed" one (did I hit the sweet spot?):

[mikeobike]

hi!

no repro i'm sure ! i only want to know the exact age ... the japanese sites says type 3 start was 1957 - a other site says 1962 ...

[coleslawyum]

Some new additions…

1. Studio D'Aritisan Type 3. This jacket is defintely 17oz. Or at least if feels that way.

2. Edwin Lee repro 101J

3. Update on my Denime 557. As you can see it still looks brand new after a year.

[Yin]

Amazing collection Cole.

Hi all the type III jacket experts, i'm about to get a LVC 1967 type III jacket, here are a few questions i have.

What's the difference between made in Turkey(on Cultizm) or USA in term of quailty?

Is made in the Valencia St. factory something special?

Should i size up account for shrinkage?

I have seen millions of 70505-0217 jackets priced from $150 to as high as $300, i'm very confused... i just wondering which one should i get, here are some examples, thanks for the help, will rep.

http://cgi.ebay.com/LEVI-STRAUSS-1967-VINTAGE-Type-III-Jacket-NEW-L_W0QQitemZ280270690035QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_CSA_MC_Outerwear?hash=item41416f56f3#ht_1217wt_1167

http://cgi.ebay.com/Levis-Vintage-Capital-E-Jacket-1967-Big-E-Type-111_W0QQitemZ250500928678QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_CSA_MC_Outerwear?hash=item3a5304d4a6#ht_3881wt_1009

http://cgi.ebay.com/Levis-Vintage-Collection-Capital-E-Jacket-70505-0217_W0QQitemZ250500928720QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_CSA_MC_Outerwear?hash=item3a5304d4d0#ht_3636wt_1009

http://cgi.ebay.com/LEVI-LVC-VINTAGE-67-TYPE-III-big-E-505-DENIM-JACKET-44_W0QQitemZ230371267767QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_CSA_MC_Outerwear?hash=item35a33294b7#ht_1422wt_941

[Paul T]

DON't size up, Yin. Type 3 is Sanforized.

turkish jackets can be great. They're a more grey colour than the originals, but of course wiht a jacket you don't need to wash too often and can get pretty good fades. THis is the g/f's

HEre's my main jacket. A bit muddy. I think I have two more Big E type 2s.

I've had a quick look at your list. There's no real difference between the various jackets. Some people spend more time on their eBay spiel, and try it on, often repeatedly listing the same item. The 555 jacekts are made in the old Levi's factory in SF but the fabric is the same.$300 is a ridiculous price. You should be able to get an original, rather than the reissue, for that money. My Big E, above, was unwashed and cost around $160 and that's the most I've ever paid. With the 501, originals are rare and it's hard to find them in the right size, and in a condition other than washed out. THat doesn't apply with the jackets, which are always reasonably priced compared with pants. I certainly would pay $160 for the convenience of a LVC reissue, but above that price it's hard to see the point.

[iamstarwars]

Wow. The first one looks amazing.

[Yin]

Paul, i appeciate your knowledge yet again, always reply quickly and amazingly informative, must spread....

The Turkish one is amazing.....probably THE best denim jacket i have ever seen.....:eek:

I guess i go with the third one than, $150 isn't too bad, thanks for your help yet again.

[Yin]

Just recieve my jacket today, i brought my true size but the Sleeves are really really loose, i don't think a boiling soak is gonna change that.

[A Beard of Stars]

You could always try a tailor.

[chambo2008]

[Yin]

After a 4 hours of boiling soak and throw in the dryer, the sleeves are still loose and a little too long, i like the fit otherwise......

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i love this, where can i get one of this slim type 3 jackets?

thanks!