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Levi's® 501 Original Fit for Brooks Brothers

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Levi's® 501 Original Fit for Brooks Brothers

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Made in the USA: this original, authentically American button-fly 501 is straight through the seat, thigh and leg with a waistband that pitches toward the front. Original fit that sits at the waist with a 11¼" rise, straight leg and 17¼" leg opening. The hand-treated and washed finish means a super-soft and comfortable pair of jeans. This special 501 jean is part of a carefully crafted assortment of classic styles in a range of finishes made by Levi's® exclusively for Brooks Brothers. Pure cotton. Machine wash.

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Made in the USA: this original, authentically American button-fly 501 is straight through the seat, thigh and leg with a waistband that pitches toward the front. Original fit that sits at the waist with a 11¼" rise, straight leg and 17¼" leg opening. The hand-treated and washed finish means a super-soft and comfortable pair of jeans. This special 501 jean is part of a carefully crafted assortment of classic styles in a range of finishes made by Levi's® exclusively for Brooks Brothers. Pure cotton. Machine wash.

Item# 485R
 
Rated 4.6 out of 5 by 22 reviewers.
Rated 2 out of 5 by Not impressed I had a pair of the BB private label jeans so I decided to experiment with the Levis that are made in the USA. I tried on two pairs of the Levis in the store and picked the one that I thought fit best. After the first wash, the jeans had a remarkably awkward fit - tight in the crotch and low rise. I understand but this is not what I look for in a pair of jeans. As usual, the BB staff were incredibly responsive to my plight and took the jeans back no questions asked. I exchanged them for another pair of BB jeans which I love. May 6, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by my favorite jeans very high quality - true to size - perfect fit and finish - just follow care label instructions - will not shrink - a must in a connoisseur's wardrobe April 1, 2012
Rated 5 out of 5 by Highly Recommend These are the best pants that I have purchased in years. They are great whether you are trying to lounge around or dress business casual. Highly recommend. November 18, 2011
Rated 5 out of 5 Best purchase ever Last month I ordered a pair of pants 501 Lewis and I honestly believe that this is the best purchase I've ever done. It was a gift for my husband and he loved it at the first sight. I don;t know if i could find such a quality anywhere else in the world. Congratulation to the company and all of my hopes and expectations to go on like that in the future. Thanks a lot for making us so happy and unique. September 15, 2011
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2 years, 8 months ago
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Same fabric but made in USA. Truthfully, they are over priced.
2 years, 1 month ago
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made in the USA
2 years, 4 months ago
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Much higher quality jean.
2 years, 5 months ago
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The imported fabric from Japan, and it's made in the US.
2 years, 8 months ago
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These Levi's are made in the USA. Where jeans were ORIGINALLY made. You're paying more for skilled USA craftsmen/women, the Brooks Brothers quality pledge and an all around more finely crafted pair of Levi's than you'll find in a big-box store. Do a side by side comparison and see for yourself.
2 years, 8 months ago
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2 years, 9 months ago
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No, regular denim
2 years, 1 month ago
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2 years, 7 months ago
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These jeans are not made of selvedge denim.
2 years, 9 months ago
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I suppose I'm asking the more general question: how, specifically, do Brooks Brothers Levi's differ from conventional Levi jeans? Apart from being made in America, do they resemble Levi's that were manufactured in the 1960s, i.e. those that had copper rivets and a leather label above the back right-hand pocket?
2 years, 9 months ago
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They have BB stamped on the pocket liners.
2 years, 1 month ago
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...Branded pockets. Interior detail.
2 years, 6 months ago
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They are branded BB inside. The outside is classic with rivets and leather patch
2 years, 7 months ago
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Our Brooks-Brothers Levis denim styles are unique and can only be found here at Brooks Brothers. Our denim has the classic Levi’s leather patch on the back, as well as a Brooks Brothers Golden Fleece logo imprinted on the inside. These denim washes are also exclusive to Brooks Brothers.
2 years, 9 months ago
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I have bought two pairs of the Levis 501's based on the great construction, and great fit provided. My concern is with the use of the light weight denim. Do you think it will wear in normally ? Will the denim tend to " thicken " after washing like some of the lighter weight selvedge denims ?
2 years, 7 months ago
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Wears fine, no problem.
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no. these aren't raw. wash, dry thicken, loosen with wear.
2 years, 4 months ago
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I know what you mean but mine have been washed 10 times and the nice dark color has only faded very slightly. They still have a soft feel. I think they are going to remain that way.
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No, the scenario you described should not be a problem.
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1 year, 7 months ago
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Yes. You get used to it pretty quickly if you've never had button-fly pants before.
2 years, 3 months ago
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Yes -- just like the old school 501's
2 years, 4 months ago
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all 501s are button fly.
2 years, 4 months ago
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Yes they do have a button fly.
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Yes. Just like the ones you remember. and a leather patch. Classic.
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There is a WSJ article that seeks to answer this question titled "How can Jeans Cost $300." It is not a particularly convincing article. The way I see it, given the cost of other Levis products made in the US, the BB product is not a bad deal at all.
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Bob, I own a pair of each Levi's for Brooks. I am pretty comfortable in saying these are a better quality product than the typical levi's. The cut, the fit and finish and the washes are nicer. I have at least 6 pairs of Levi's not by Brooks, and they are not as nice as the 3 pairs of Brooks. Any compliment I've gotten on my jeans, were all the Levi's for Brooks, in particular the 501 with the lighter wash. I think this accounts for the markup.
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Quality of the jeans are much better than the levis made outside of the USA!
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No shrinkage even after several washings
1 year, 11 months ago
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no shrink to fit.
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After years of buying Levis I know I can always wear a 32x34 without even trying them on. These were no different. I've washed/dryed them twice now with no change. Normally I'm skeptical of mail-order purchases but there's no reason for worry here.
2 years, 2 months ago
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The 501 original fit are not "shrink-to-fit". I had one and does not shrink at all after so many times of laundering.
2 years, 2 months ago
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We recommend selection your size. These fit the same way that Levi's 501 jeans fit.
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e.g. 13 oz/yd?
2 years, 9 months ago
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Dont know exactly but certainly not that heavy. Feels medium weight, maybe 11 1/2.
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These seemed comparable to others I own. They feel no different. The tags DO admit to "Made in the USA" with imported fabric.
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Lightweight on the dark wash 501's.11 oz? Also tried 514 light wash ones and the fabric was much thicker.
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The wash of denim is different.
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What is the difference in the three colors that are offered in the 501 Jeans?
How do they differ from the two colors offered in the 505 Jeans?
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The washes offered in the 501 and 505 are different shades of blue. 505 choices are indigo icon wash and dark blue. 501 has three choices, such as; moody blue, flint, and dark rise. The washes are distinctive.
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