Levi's Men's 501 Original Fit Jeans (Also Available in Big & Tall)

4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 93,454 ratings
Price: $29.39 $79.99 Free Returns on some sizes and colors
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US Regular
Brand SizeWaist (in)Seat (in)Thigh Circumference (in)
2626.5 - 2732.5 - 3319.5
2727.5 - 2833.5 - 3420
2828.5 - 2934.5 - 3520.5
2929.5 - 3035.5 - 3621
3030.5 - 3136.5 - 3721.5
3131.5 - 3237.5 - 3822
3232.5 - 3338.5 - 3922.5
3333.5 - 3439.5 - 4023
3434.5 - 3540.5 - 4123.5
3535.5 - 3641.5 - 4224
3636.5 - 37.542.5 - 43.524.5
3838.5 - 39.544.5 - 45.525.2
4040.5 - 41.546.5 - 47.526.1
4242.5 - 43.548.5 - 49.526.9
4444.5 - 45.550.5 - 51.527.2
4645.5 - 46.552.5 - 53.528.5
4848.5 - 49.554.5 - 55.529.2
5050.5 - 51.556.5 - 57.530
5252.5 - 53.558.5 - 59.530.8
5454.5 - 55.560.5 - 61.531.5
5656.5 - 57.562.5 - 63.532.2
5858.5 - 59.564.5 - 65.533
6060.5 - 61.566.5 - 67.533.8

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  • Fabric type
    100% Cotton
  • Care instructions
    Machine Wash
  • Origin
    Imported
  • Closure type
    Button

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  • Regular Through The Thigh
  • Straight leg
  • Sits at your waist
  • Front rise: 11 1/4", Knee: 17 1/2", Leg Opening: 16", Measurements based on size 32.
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  • Package Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 13.9 x 11.38 x 2.13 inches; 1.46 Pounds
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ 00501-3402
  • Department ‏ : ‎ mens
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ November 23, 2022
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Levi's
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0BN7D4488
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 93,454 ratings

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Close your eyes. Think “jeans.” Now open. They were 501s, right? With a classic straight leg and iconic styling, they’re literally the blueprint for every pair of jeans in existence — burned into the world’s collective cortex ever since Levi Strauss (the man himself!) invented them in 1873. To this day they’ve never gone out of style. And they never will.

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Customers find these jeans comfortable and well-fitting. They appreciate the quality, style, and value for money. Many of them like the fit for tall men, the minimal stretch, and that the jeans shrink to fit their bodies perfectly. The jeans are described as stylish, classic, and excellent clothing. However, some customers dislike the fabric thickness and have differing opinions on the button fly and color accuracy.

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7,006 customers mention "Fit"5,022 positive1,984 negative

Customers like the fit of these jeans. They say it's a good fit for tall men, and the denim shrinks to fit their body. The button fly and minimal stretch are also appreciated.

"Great fit, great color, material quality is very good...." Read more

"I bought this for my brother. Great pair of pants, it fit perfect." Read more

"...The description did NOT say Shrink to Fit. They fit fine, but when washed, were too small in the waist by just a bit...." Read more

"...and the black pair of 501s and the blue fit perfect, but the black pair runs small. He wears 36 waist and 34 length. Waist fits more like a 34." Read more

4,262 customers mention "Quality"3,325 positive937 negative

Customers appreciate the pants' quality. They find them true to size, with no defects. The material is sturdy and durable, able to withstand wear and tear. Many consider the pants comfortable and worth the money.

"Great fit, great color, material quality is very good...." Read more

"...fly and minimal stretch these jeans offer, and the thick denim keeps everything smooth and in the right place...." Read more

"...4 normal pockets. 1 tiny pocket. 6 buttons. 5 belt loops. All function as advertised. United in a symphony of fit, comfort and value...." Read more

"...These jeans are a great buy and so much worth the money. I intend to buy more and tell my friends about the new very improved levi 501." Read more

2,539 customers mention "Style"2,434 positive105 negative

Customers appreciate the jeans' style. They find them comfortable and versatile, with a relaxed fit that doesn't sacrifice style. The color options are also appreciated, with the Wasabi being a unique and interesting choice.

"Great fit, great color, material quality is very good...." Read more

"I bought this for my brother. Great pair of pants, it fit perfect." Read more

"Awesome look and awesome product, the jeans are truly 100% cotton and no soft material at all, you just can’t go wrong. 90s are back baby!" Read more

"...Fit is perfect and the style, of course, is classic." Read more

1,183 customers mention "Value for money"944 positive239 negative

Customers appreciate the pants' value for money. They mention they are the best they have bought.

"...They are also the best price (approximately $50). I have not seen any difference in the thickness or weight of the fabric...." Read more

"Good price" Read more

"Good price Good fit" Read more

"501 people, yes these are real, and yes they are a great deal. Nubes, you just got lucky. 501s are never this inexpensive. Stock up." Read more

969 customers mention "Comfort"811 positive158 negative

Customers appreciate the comfort of the pants. They mention that the pants are true to size and color, and that the fabric feels softer and authentic.

"...5 belt loops. All function as advertised. United in a symphony of fit, comfort and value. Bless you, Levi Strauss!! Bless you..." Read more

"...The 505's get 3 stars for a heavier weight, softer and more authentic fabric/feel, and their indigo authentic color...." Read more

"Oh My, These pants fit me well. I feel so comfortable in 501 jeans. I'm going to buy me 2 more pair on Friday..." Read more

"...look and awesome product, the jeans are truly 100% cotton and no soft material at all, you just can’t go wrong. 90s are back baby!" Read more

809 customers mention "Button fly"261 positive548 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the button fly. Some like it, saying it has a classic look and is more durable than a zipper. The button slack allows for a personalized fit. However, others find the buttons annoying or difficult to use, especially the smaller buttons below the first waist button.

"...I will say it’s very difficult to get the first button at the bottom in but once you do just don’t button it all the way down and you won’t have to..." Read more

"...But the button eyelets are too big for the buttons and constantly pop open...." Read more

"...I prefer the button fly and minimal stretch these jeans offer, and the thick denim keeps everything smooth and in the right place...." Read more

"...The jeans are fine, fit fine, but they are button up and it's extremely difficult to accomplish while wearing them...." Read more

397 customers mention "Color accuracy"251 positive146 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the color accuracy of the pants. Some say the black color is deep and intense, and the medium blue is a perfect shade. However, others mention that the canvas at the watch pocket was losing its color and the thread was showing. There are also complaints about limited color options.

"...back pockets, these jeans have a classic appearance that is instantly recognizable...." Read more

"...and weightless...and a morose grey-blue...." Read more

"...PLEASED with the durable strength is remarkable and they hold there Color very well thank you to Levi company" Read more

"...The denim feels robust, and the color remains vibrant, which is a big plus...." Read more

581 customers mention "Fabric thickness"0 positive581 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the fabric thickness of the pants. They mention it's thinner denim, not as heavy, and not ringspun. The material is not typical denim, and some say it feels flimsy like rubber gloves. Some jeans are made with spandex, which they dislike.

"...Plus, it’s total bs. The Rigid 501’s were paper thin junk. But trolls can try to keep costing consumers money with those fake reviews...." Read more

"...These are rigid and take time to become soft and flexible, which is what they will be after wearing them for awhile and having several washings...." Read more

"...However, this one feels like it uses a new type of fiber compared to the older version. It's thinner and more tighter than the old 501...." Read more

"...but these are much more stretchy than they used to be, and the material is thinner. I don't think we'll ever get the originals back. 😞..." Read more

Pretty Much the Same as Always
5 out of 5 stars
Pretty Much the Same as Always
For many years, I have purchased standard shrink to fit 501 Levi's and needed a couple new pair of 36W x 34L pants. These appear to be very similar to what I have purchased many times. First, I was sure to purchase the New Rigid color. These are the heaviest and most basic without any additional washing or processing. They are also the best price (approximately $50). I have not seen any difference in the thickness or weight of the fabric. These are rigid and take time to become soft and flexible, which is what they will be after wearing them for awhile and having several washings. There are a lot of stickers on the product, which I have attached.While the Amazon listing indicates these are made in Mexico, the sewn0on label indicates the country of origin is Indonesia. The reality may be that various parts of the product are likely made in various countries, including where the cotton is grown, where the raw cotton is made into fabric, where the fabric is processed, where the thread is made, where the buttons are made, where the product is sewn, and finally where the product is inspected. This is just modern day manufacturing. Only time will tell if I get the same wear life on these as I have on others I have owned.I notice that on the Levi's website, they indicate a shrink allowance of 1" on the waist and 3" on the length for this size, but the label on these indicates 2" on both the waist and the length. So, we will see which is correct. In the past, I have always followed the 1" - 3" specification for this size.
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  • Gabriel Pena
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wash and wear. Very good quality.
    Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2025
    Special Size: Big & TallSize: 50W x 32L Big TallColor: 10ft Over HeadVerified Purchase
    Great fit, great color, material quality is very good. The weight is good, not to heavy, so far wrinkle quality is not an issue, it has been a good while since I have worn this type of jean. Great product, very good value, just as described.
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  • Mariana Monge
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good levis jeans
    Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2025
    Special Size: StandardSize: 33W x 34LColor: Light StonewashVerified Purchase
    I bought this for my brother. Great pair of pants, it fit perfect.
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  • R. Dibb
    5.0 out of 5 stars Shring to Fit versus Not Shrink to Fit
    Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2025
    Special Size: StandardSize: 36W x 32LColor: Dark StonewashVerified Purchase
    I initially bought the original 501's in 35x32. The description did NOT say Shrink to Fit. They fit fine, but when washed, were too small in the waist by just a bit. (Losing weight, I'll get into them.)

    I then bought 36x32 and they were only available in Dark Stonewash.

    Here's the difference I noticed: The sizing tag which sticks to the material (to see sizing when folded) on the original 35x32's said Shrink to Fit. The Dark Stonewash at 36x32, that same tag did NOT say Shrink to Fit.

    So if you are buying Original 501's (no color variations), they will likely be Shrint to Fit so size accordingly.
    7 people found this helpful
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  • Juan
    4.0 out of 5 stars Nice quality jeans but a bit lengthy
    Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2025
    Special Size: StandardSize: 36W x 32LColor: Medium StonewashVerified Purchase
    I ordered a 36 32 pant and they fit right at the waist but the length at 32 fits more like a 34. I’m 5’10” and normally pants of these measurements fit perfectly so I was confused at why these fit the way that they did.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Not just for men...
    Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2025
    Special Size: StandardSize: 34W x 36LColor: The BenVerified Purchase
    I am a 6' tall woman with very long legs and average length torso. These fit like a glove! I wear a 31 extra long in Abercrombie jeans, and I like the way these fit MUCH better. I prefer the button fly and minimal stretch these jeans offer, and the thick denim keeps everything smooth and in the right place. Highly recommend for any woman with long legs like me!
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  • Okay Honey, Yes Dear
    5.0 out of 5 stars Finally Jeans for Tall Men!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2024
    Special Size: Big & TallSize: 40W x 36L Big TallColor: BlackVerified Purchase
    Levi’s Men’s 501 Original Fit Jeans have been a game-changer for my 6’7” husband. Finding jeans that fit well and look great has always been a challenge, but these jeans tick all the boxes.

    The Pros:
    Perfect Fit for Tall Men: These jeans fit my tall husband perfectly, something that’s hard to find. They’re available in Big & Tall sizes, making them ideal for taller frames.
    Great Quality Fabric: The fabric is durable and high-quality, holding up well to regular wear and washing.
    Versatile Style: These jeans look fantastic whether dressed up or down. My husband loves wearing them out, whether it’s for a casual outing or a more dressed-up occasion.
    Comfortable: Despite his height, the jeans are comfortable and don’t restrict movement, making them a pleasure to wear.

    The Cons:
    Limited Color Options: It would be nice if there were more color options available in the Big & Tall sizes, but the current selection is still very good.

    We managed to pick these jeans up on a deal, which made them an even better purchase. My husband has always struggled to find jeans that fit his tall frame well, but these Levi’s 501 Original Fit Jeans have solved that problem. The fit is excellent, and the quality of the fabric means they’ll last a long time. He feels confident and comfortable in them, which is a big win.

    Compared to other jeans we’ve tried, Levi’s 501 Original Fit stands out for its superior fit and quality. Many other brands don’t cater well to taller men, but Levi’s has done an excellent job with these.

    Overall, Levi’s Men’s 501 Original Fit Jeans are a fantastic choice for tall men. The fit, quality, and versatility make them a great addition to any wardrobe. If you’re tall and struggling to find jeans that fit well, I highly recommend giving these a try. They’re worth every penny!
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  • Alex
    5.0 out of 5 stars Top quality
    Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2025
    Special Size: StandardSize: 36W x 29LColor: Medium StonewashVerified Purchase
    Top quality, excellent fit, all aspects of construction are superior.Better than previous 501s by far. I am impressed with this maker. Attention to detail in construction & fit are way above expectations. These jeans are a great buy and so much worth the money. I intend to buy more and tell my friends about the new very improved levi 501.
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  • BikeMaster
    3.0 out of 5 stars Are they Real Levi's...or not? Jeans haul review!
    Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2020
    Special Size: StandardSize: 31W x 32LColor: (New) RigidVerified Purchase
    *****Updated 11-15-2023 - original 2020 review follows below this Update:
    ---Refuting the refuter of my Jeans Haul full assessment and review from March 2020.******

    My review from 2020 was and remains a factual assessment of the jeans I received, whose objective was to inform consumers amidst conflicting, inconsistent and fake-hype reviews so they could make informed choices and decisions with their time and money. Many have probably already proven to themselves the accuracy of the info I provided.
    Refuting March reviewers claims:
    1). No. Amazon does *not* verify Levi’s authenticity. They admit it themselves. Just because something is in an Amazon warehouse doesn’t mean it isn’t counterfeit. Again, Amazon readily admits this. Counterfeiters *can* reproduce goods it is counterfeiting; and do it pretty well, too.
    2). Perhaps the march reviewer received a real pair of rare throwback to former quality 501’s, counterfeit or otherwise. I did not. Nor did many other people who bought them. Not from Amazon or the dept store that rhymes with Nacies. Nacies *does* have quality control in its commerce wheelhouse. Still, those paper-thin, grey, cardboard stiff 501’s came straight from them, and thus from Levi’s, because Nacies isn’t Amazon and isn’t gambling its reputation or business on counterfeit products. Counterfeit or not, that is what Levi’s is selling in Nacies as a “501” jean - and based on historical 501’s, that is tantamount to false advertising. Nobody would touch that 501 in that store and buy it; they’d know immediately that Levi’s 501’s, as we knew them, were now a thing of the past.
    3). I included location of manufacture because it may or may not have something to do with quality. The ones I kept came from Bangladesh; that may mean nothing in terms of quality, but I wanted to let reviewers know the origin on the tags and let them decide for themselves. Being manufactured in Egypt means low labor costs (or sweat shops? Do the research!) for Levi's, *not* that you're getting Egyptian cotton. Can't believe I need to explain that one.
    4). As a consumer of a product I have worn daily for decades, I have the right to express in a review whether or not I think the quality lives up to what is and was an iconic, flagship American product. No, it does not live up to what it is marketing as a 501 jean to consumers at an increased price. Not the pairs that I and thousands of other reviewers on ALL sites and stores have received. These reviewers report multiple tears on wearings of up to 5 sequential replacements for the 501’s they just bought that just ripped or blew out - 5 times/order replacements in a row. Levi’s almost doubled the price of these 501’s people report not lasting 2 months and having total material failures (non-reparable), so NO, I do not believe they are the same quality as the former 501’s from last decade and beyond. What I reported has also been reported by many others. My review was intended to give people an honest assessment to save them the time, money & hassle of a common Amazon problem - bait & switch: believing you are buying one thing (sturdy cotton jeans that last a decade) and receiving something different, and for a doubled price (paper thin, stiff pants that rip out in 2-4 months, if that long). Again, all problems Amazon readily admits is in their commerce wheelhouse.
    5). I, along with many others who did not receive the *special* 501’s the march reviewer must have, also have the right to express our disappointment that a company built on a flagship product so many relied on, has completely ditched its dedication to the perpetuity of at least that one product. We also have the right to free speech (like my 2020 review), to shop other brands instead and to make informed decisions, like walking away from Levi’s, from fraudulent corporations, manipulative marketing, counterfeit products, etc.
    6). People will also understand the validity of my review when they prove to themselves the quality, or lack thereof, of the jeans they receive. I did try to warn them. Just because fake reviews try to hype bogus or inferior products, the consumer will soon figure out the truth I mentioned when they get those gray, stiff, paper-thin pants faking jeans, as march reviewer said, “with all the right tags & stamps,” etc.

    I don’t want tags or stamps instead of what I bought and expected in Levi’s quality. Those last two words used to mean something; they no longer do, except to warn buyers to go elsewhere for good product. You can put an apple label on an orange; that doesn’t make it one.
    7). A company can make many decisions and choices. Some respect their customers and get better, retaining them and the integrity of their dedication to their product quality. Starbucks was opening 3 stores a day in N. Y., but they *never* changed their product, store to store, or started selling bad coffee.
    8). Amazon admits a Massive counterfeit problem. Doesn’t mean counterfeiters can’t occasionally make a decent pair of knock-off jeans, like what March reviewer must have received. March reviewer is right on one point, not much is as it used to be. That is why buyers need to be informed & shrewd about where they place their commerce voice/dollars, and behind what company’s products and values.
    9). Fake reviews/reviewers and their obvious issues hyping inferior product at doubled prices do not benefit the public in any way. Nor do the AI fake reviews flooding Amazon, yet another Amazon integrity breach. Who watches “online videos of state of the art Egypt jeans manufacturing”? I’m guessing someone from ***Levi’s social media marketing**** and/or trolls trying to obscure the truth. Read that March review closely! You’ll notice the virtually-AI #hype#. Plus, it’s total bs. The Rigid 501’s were paper thin junk. But trolls can try to keep costing consumers money with those fake reviews. Buyers will soon know those reviews hyping these products are patently false as soon as they touch those “jeans.”
    Either way, Caveat Emptor! Whoever you choose to believe, just make sure you get free returns on that Levi’s order! You just may need it.
    Now, excuse me while I go order another “I told you so” shirt.
    BTW, I checked eBay today. Authentic 501’s, the legit kind from former decades, were going for $425.00. As even March reviewer noted, what is like it was years ago? This is why reviewers try to help each other to steer clear of bad products. Well, some of us do anyway.
    *Today, I ordered 2 pairs of Wranglers and will order a couple pairs of Lee jeans tomorrow. I will report back when I receive them as to whether they are as their reviews claim - sturdy and likely to last 10 years. I fully expect to send them all back but hoping to get lucky enough to receive one decent pair. Fingers crossed. We still have cowboys in America. They aren’t wearing bike shorts on the range. The quest for the classic American jean continues, for me and many others (some of whom also hate shopping). I will let you know if I discover the Indigo pot-of-gold in a brand or product, that there may be at least a singular resource for jeans where we can all go for reliable quality, material integrity & fortitude, and fair prices for expectations happily met for buyer and seller alike.
    ____________

    A Jean in Name Only? (The 2020 review)

    I ordered several pairs & sizes, hoping a couple would pan out and be - Real Levi's. (Not a review for "skinny" or tight fitting legged jeans, just standard pants-jeans)

    Here is what occurred:

    You can't fully review 501's right out of the bag (due to the need to do the shrink-to-fit wash first). I noticed that both pairs were made in different places - one pair from MEXICO, one pair from EGYPT. Both seemed to be the same lightness in weight and stiffness of fabric, and were a medium grey-blue. Yuck. They felt like paper; super thin (tear risk?) and weightless...and a morose grey-blue. They resembled nothing I would associate with the heavy, strong, lush indigo of the 501's I used to easily be able to find and buy at a mid $40 price point. 501's of former decades were deeply indigo, shrink-to-fit and would become soft, strong, durable and glove-like to wear. I wondered, after receiving these, if such jeans even existed anymore. After reading favorable reviews at (a dept. store that rhymes with Jaycie's), I decided to order my 501's through them instead, since they actually pay attention to the *quality* of product they sell - whereas Amzn is rife with counterfeit issues and sellers trying to offload junk merch. I returned both pairs of 501's I got thru Amzn. They were a bad counterfeit of themselves and the Levi's 501 label shouldn't be on them At All and is for people who don't know what real jeans were/felt like in decades prior.

    The other three pairs were ordered in different colors of fade styles - indigo dk stonewash, medium stonewash and light stonewash 505's. Two of the three pair were made in MEXICO - the light and medium - and one of the legs on the light was a bit longer than the other. Mostly, they were stiff and almost what I would call paper-thin. Chinos have more body than that! Basically, they were junk, so I returned those, too.

    The last pair in the box was the dark stonewash 505's. As soon as I picked up the jeans in their plastic bag, I could tell these jeans were different.

    Even in the bag, I could tell by the weight, drape, indigo color and softness that these were like the Real Levi's I had purchased years ago. They were manufactured in .......wait for it......BANGLADESH. Keeping these.

    If you remember or experienced real jeans and real Levi's/501's, you know what Levi's are supposed to be and feel like. There are differences in quality and origin now on each pair of Levi's "jeans" that are - literally and figuratively - all over the map.

    Whether the dark stonewash will hold up as well as last pair remains to be seen, but I would get another pair of these without hesitation, though only from a walk-in-and-feel-them myself department store from now on.

    So, it will be interesting to see where "those" (dept. store) 501's were made when they get here. My faves/former 501's were made in HAITI......a decade ago; I suspect the new dept. store 501's will be from Egypt.....but I Expect Actual Authentic 501's from them, not paper-thin, junky, counterfeit product - the dept. store reviews didn't mention bad quality for 501's!

    UPDATE! Received the 501's from the dept. store. They were made in EGYPT but look different than the dark grey blue of the Amzn ones. These look and feel "more" like Real 501's, but my old/faded 501's still outweigh them. The weight of the denim is still Much thinner than they used to be (built-in obsolescence to force more sales). The 505's dark stonewash I just got are FAR heavier in weight. The newer 501's can be termed 501 - 2.0, as they are still about chino weight right out of the bag. Holding them in one hand, they weigh like fluff. The 505's are legit heavy and this pair has ALL the Levi authenticity paraphernalia - the label on the inside pocket is crisply lettered; rivets are copper on both sides.

    The other Levi's jeans numbers being sold report bad quality all around; this has been a problem with Levi's for a decade now. If you have to have your olde 501's, try that dept. store avenue mentioned, where you can feel their quality and return them if they don't pan out.

    Bottom line seems to be that Levi's as a brand and product is no longer legit Levi's but a cheap, sold-out, profit-driven company that no longer gives a dang about quality almost at all. As such, their "jeans" are embarassingly low quality and the weight of the product should no longer qualify them to be jeans at all. They feel like, even newish, they could tear on you in a second...and unflatteringly, at that! On the Levi's site, a pair of "vintage" (closer to real?) 501's is $285 a pair. On EBAY, they go for hundreds of dollars, too.

    A good alternative to this brand, since they don't seem to be loyal to their own flagship product (??!!), is a brand that rhymes with dangler or a brand that isn't just producing junk. (This site keeps changing these names to prevent you from getting the info, but I will keep editing until the full truth is known!)

    So now we know (more). Only 505's from my haul & dept store made the grade. I am keeping the 501's from the dept store for nostalgia, but it seems like Levi's has all but phased out....well, Levi's....at least what we call Levi's, or used to.

    I suggest shopping for jeans in person to gauge the weight and color of the product offered, always be able to return them if they fail, and if you find a good brand making legit, heavy jeans, stock up while you can.

    Levi's has bailed on the quality and weight of their iconic flagship product.

    I am shopping elsewhere for a brand that stands behind it's products and whose product can stand up to the necessary rigors of being called a Jean!

    Caveat Emptor!

    WEAR CLEAN UNDERWEAR! These current-era jeans feel like a potential rip hazard at any time. Would never have thought (or occurred!) a pair of Levi's would tear out on you on a "day out," like way into Disneyland or deep into a big-day convention/excursion, but these feel like they would and would leave you hanging out (ummm, literally) without hesitation or solution. I will never wear these new-era pairs without wearing (cotton) bike shorts underneath and/or carrying a back-up pair of pants or shorts! They DO have that creepy "I could fully tear out at any moment" feel to the jeans fabric now. I wouldn't even call that a pair of jeans at all; you could build roads without worry in former-Levi's!

    UPDATE: I washed both pairs - the 505's and 501's. The 501's are still very thin and almost paper-weight. I don't expect they will last long, and will probably have to use legit denim to patch/repair them to not just have wasted the cost buying them at all. I assume the cost of making the authentic indigo 501's became too costly, driving up the prices consumers say they'd rather pay but really wouldn't - and here's why. Most bought 501's because you could buy them affordably (they were comfortably priced), dig ditches during the day and dress them up for dinner at night - yes, after a wash, the Same Pair! They were amazing. Now, if the same pair were $120 instead of $40, you'd be a lot less likely to wear those in ditch digging - or any practical, workhorse task and and more likely to reserved them for rare-wear due to their cost/availability...and this would result in less sales. The prices of 501's now discounted at $60 for the paper-thin non-indigo "jeans" probably means the prices would be around $100 a pair...and that would give buyers pause. Basically, the 501's are historic; these are nothing like those were and I won't buy another pair of Levi's 501's. The 505's are slightly heavier after the wash, still, and still indigo. I might buy another pair someday. However, they are still wayyyyy thinner than the 501's or 505's I bought 10 years ago.

    The 501's still have the button-fly I prefer, otherwise they'd get no stars. The 505's get 3 stars for a heavier weight, softer and more authentic fabric/feel, and their indigo authentic color.

    Well, this has been a denim learning experience!

    Good luck and shop Very Cautiously, 'cuz they just don't make jeans - or much else - like they used to!
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