Levis selvedge - final length?

[sneakeraddict]

Does Levis make a red selvedge jean of mid price quality, that is actually sold at its final length?

Basically, I need a 36 x 36 in its FINAL state (ie no more shrinkage) to occur.

Not bothered about big E, little E, etc etc.. Just after a pair of selvedge 501s that dont cost the earth and will actually fit!

Dont mind 'vintage' look or dry.

Ebay seems of little use, as does Levis webstore.

Thoughts?

[nairb49]

anything that is " vintage" look or worn in will be at its final length.

anything that is dry or raw will shrink up to 3 inches in length, which would mean it would have to start at minimum 38 if you hung to dry with weights. i think i've seen 38 before, but definitely not common.

if you want selvedge, they're not going to be that cheap, i'd say minimum 80USD or so for the premium line off ebay. you can get some vintage selvage for cheaper, but finding a 38 length is going to be REALLY tough.

i'm almost certain they make a washed version of a selvage jean that is at 36, which would stay at 36 since its washed.

good luck

nairb49