Levi's 501XX 1960s Jeans, J Button Stamp, Hidden Rivets, V Stitch, Patch Repairs, Faded Indigo, Approx. W27
Levi's 501XX 1960s Jeans, J Button Stamp, Hidden Rivets, V Stitch, Patch Repairs, Faded Indigo, Approx. W27
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A Levi's 501XX with the J factory stamp, hidden rivets and V stitching at the top button, its faded indigo set off by dark denim patch repairs at the knee and seat.
The Piece
Hidden rivets, V stitching beside the top buttonhole and a single-letter factory stamp are a trio that places a 501XX before the 1966 changes. The J stamp in particular is found on many pairs from the late 1950s into the 1960s.
This example shows all three, along with the capital E red tab on the right back pocket and stamped buttons along the fly. The pocket bag carries old handwritten stock numbers in marker. The denim has an attractive, even mid-blue fade with whiskers and wear at the seams.
Earlier owners repaired it with dark, rigid denim patches: a large square on one knee and another at the seat, which stand out handsomely against the faded body. There is also an open tear at the other knee, blown edges at one front pocket and fraying at the fly and coin pocket.
Measures about a 27.5 inch waist with a 65 cm inseam.
Details
- Designer: Levi Strauss & Co.
- Season: Late 1950s to 1960s
- Model / ref: 501XX, J button stamp, hidden rivets, V stitch
- Material: Cotton selvedge denim
- Colour: Faded indigo with dark denim patches
- Made in: USA
- Tagged size: No size label, approx. W27.5
- Measurements: Waist 70 cm · Hip 94 cm · Rise 26 cm · Inseam 65 cm
- Included: Jeans only
Condition
- Vintage with genuine wear and repairs, priced accordingly.
- Dark denim patch repairs at one knee and the seat.
- Open tear at the other knee and frayed front pocket edge.
- Fraying at the fly and coin pocket.
- Handwritten marks on the pocket bag; paper patch not present.
Condition grade BC on the Japanese scale; see Japanese condition ranks, explained.
Authenticity & Care
The labels, materials, stitching, hardware and construction are examined together and documented in Japan before dispatch; anything that cannot be confirmed is stated plainly in the description. Every piece carries the Japonista authenticity guarantee. Hand wash in cold water and line dry; avoid stretching around the patches.
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