Leepro Appreciation

[Dr_Heech]

@MJF9 The sun came out for a rare appearance so got some quick snaps of my 1934 Lee repro Cowboy jacket. 17 year's old and worn infrequently. 3 washes to date.

The old Edwin Lee stuff is really tough to break in, and made in China, not Japan as l first thought.

Edit - Excuse the Afghan slippers, had a foot op and these are the only comfy things to sloth about in for me atm.

 

 

 

Sorry about pic quality  

Edited October 6, 2020 by Dr_Heech

[Flash]

Are they really made in china ?? Like you I always thought they were japan made 

Jacket looks awesome and looks like it has another 17 years in it 

[Dr_Heech]

The jacket says made in China. The jeans, not so sure. Will take some better photos with some details (if and) when the sun comes out. Light is poor today.

These Lee's, when sized right, wear like iron. I wore pairs in construction when l worked for a small building firm 15 years ago and they just out-lived my old Valencia st Lvc easily.

Tough as old boots as my mum would say.

Edited October 6, 2020 by Dr_Heech

[Dr_Heech]

On 10/30/2009 at 6:02 AM, Dr_Heech said:

Here's my Lee Westerner, made from between 1968-1970.

Was going through this thread to see if l had any old pics of my jeans here but was sad to see so many broken links. Luckily found these! Still have this piece lol.

[smoothsailor]

Beautifull doc, what a difference with mine. Also made in china

[MJF9]

@Dr_Heech 

Thanks for posting... lovely jackets...

The Lee cowboy is beautifully faded

I can't remember which year the similar Lee jacket is without the cinch... I have an At Last Lee-style repro which is cinch-less but would much prefer a cinch version for improving the fit

The westerner's looking solid to say it's 50+ years old

Edited October 6, 2020 by MJF9

[Dr_Heech]

8 hours ago, MJF9 said:

@Dr_Heech 

Thanks for posting... lovely jackets...

The Lee cowboy is beautifully faded

I can't remember which year the similar Lee jacket is without the cinch... I have an At Last Lee-style repro which is cinch-less but would much prefer a cinch version for improving the fit

The westerner's looking solid to say it's 50+ years old

Thanks mate. The similar Lee jacket without the cinch (but with just two rivets where the cinch should be) is the wartime repro. The cinched version ran between 1931 and 1942 (lined 101LJ from 1932).

The Westerner l love because it's mint, no stains/holes and still retains the sateen shine that so many on fleabay do not.

[crownzip]

Hey Dr., Thanks for posting the photos of your Lee jacket. FWIW I have the same Lee jacket as yours and according to Google translate the label says Made in Japan. Could my jacket be made later than yours?

[Dr_Heech]

6 minutes ago, crownzip said:

Hey Dr., Thanks for posting the photos of your Lee jacket. FWIW I have the same Lee jacket as yours and according to Google translate the label says Made in Japan. Could my jacket be made later than yours?

Cheers Grant!

Would have thought it would have been earlier but l don't know for sure (where's Fardin when you need him?)

Does your jacket not have 'made in China written in English on the label anywhere?

Never thought about translating the label info but will give it a go later.

[crownzip]

Hahaha, indeed! I owe it to Fardin (and you!) for my Lee Archive Japan addiction. There's no 'made in China' anywhere on my jacket. 

[crownzip]

over twelve year old Lee Archive Japan 1945 Lee's. Worn/washed a number of times and still going strong.

[crownzip]

Lee Archive Japan also did a nice job on these 1930's Lees. They're faithful reproductions of the original Lee Cowboy pants right down to the orange all cotton stitching. Sad I think they're no longer available.

[Flash]

Crazy how the stitching has kept its colour so well , lovely jeans @crownzip

[MJF9]

@crownzip superb

[Denimstoyevsky]

And here's one for sale, in a good size at a good price:

https://www.ebay-kleinanzeigen.de/s-anzeige/lee-the-archives-101b-cowboy-1930-32-34-japan-bw-43-cm/1355438762-160-3731

Not my ad...

[Salad]

Anyone know where to find a Rider jacket?  There is one on Lee's US site but thread color is looks wrong.  Also looking for a cowboy version jacket like a type 1.  I see that Lee Japan archives has a rider but I don't think they ship to the US.  

[shredwin_206]

You can find vintage ones for pretty good prices 

[Salad]

7 minutes ago, shredwin_206 said:

You can find vintage ones for pretty good prices 

Yeah, there's almost too many.  I don't know enough about how the cut has changed over time or what to look for in terms of country of manufacture. Some of them look like the arms are cut wide and on some, the body seems long.  I also don't want hand warmer pockets and most of the ones in my size seem to have them.  Sizing seems all over the place too.  I'm watching one that's listed as a 42R but measurements suggest it's closer to a 38 which is what I would need but I really don't like buying vintage online.  Too many surprises.  

I figure if I can find a new repro of the original cut at a place that I can do an exchange or return, I'd be better off.  I might roll the dice on a vintage one, though.

[Denimstoyevsky]

I'd say look for a Lee Europe repro. Maybe check Grailed or Ebay.co.uk or here:

https://eu.lee.com/uk-en/shop/men/shop-by-category/denim-jackets/101-storm-rider-jacket-in-dry-L97E7041.html

or here:

https://www.cultizm.com/de/detail/index/sArticle/19720

[stanier]

Anyone have any insight on Lee Archives Japan restock / season cycle please? I'd like to get another pair or two of 48's and possibly 54's and they've been out of stock in most sizes and certainly mine for months now.

[JMS]

Really stoked to have found this old 101j repro from a local enthusiast. This is the lot 1011 model, maybe 2003 vintage?

I can't track down when these were made. Anyway, I love the fit and the details. Nice light denim too, maybe 10-12oz? 

Cheers! 

Edited December 3, 2020 by JMS

[JMS]

Also here is my RMC storm rider. This is the most recently released model (19' F/W I believe)

This denim ages so freaking great. I have the corresponding jeans, lot 002. 

Shameless plug, I'm selling it, if anyone is interested, message me. Size 42. 

[Dr_Heech]

@JMS l have the same early 30's 101J and purchased mine direct from Japan in 2003, if that's any help?

 

Edited December 4, 2020 by Dr_Heech

[Broark]

Admittedly I know very little about Lee jeans and their repros, however I’ve always been interested in them.
I’m eying these on Yahoo, the auction just started and has a week until competition but if anyone could provide any more info on these it would be much appreciated.

[Dr_Heech]

@Broark they are Lee 1936 101 Cowboy pants. 13oz (i think?) Sanforized. They are the first hair on hide repro model, the other being the 1939 version (just different buttons).

These were my first repro Lee jean (bought 2 pairs in 2004) and they wear like iron!

Fyi though. My sz 34x33 measured 36x38 so l would imagine these would measure approx 38x38. Best double check measurements with the seller.

Edited January 17, 2021 by Dr_Heech
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[Broark]

I had a feeling you'd chime in and help me out, thanks Doc.
Strangely enough the seller has these listed at measuring 90 cm. in the waist, so not really oversized. If they hang around for a good price I might give them a spin. 
However they've already got 4 bids early on so I expect they'll sell for more than I'm wanting to spend. Fingers crossed! 

[smoothsailor]

This lee talk reminded me about my pairs.

could only find this one. It’s from 2009. Stored it away 5/6 yrs ago. I put in the washer and start wearing it again

[MJF9]

Lee Archives MiJ 1950s Stormrider 101-LJ

Still up for grabs... if interested, PM me 

Edited March 14, 2021 by MJF9

[LazyS]

52 101b size 36

[Thanks_M8]

Found these two on ebay, too large for me, but might be something for someone around these parts ;) 

https://www.ebay.de/itm/LEE-Riders-101-Vintage-Selvedge-Selvage-Denim-Jeans-size-W-32-L34-37-Neu-BNWT/174699741255?hash=item28acea8047:g:06IAAOSwE3BgWR4P

https://www.ebay.de/itm/LEE-Riders-101Z-Vintage-Selvedge-Selvage-Denim-Jeans-size-W-32-L34-37-Neu-BNWT/174699743424?hash=item28acea88c0:g:qyIAAOSwqP9gWR5X