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Not selvedgeThese are vintage Levi\'s 501-0000 (also read as 501XX) jeans dating to the early 1980s, one of the most sought-after eras in Levi\'s production history. The red tab is intact and legible, the waist button is stamped \"501,\" and the outseam shows the copper/orange overlock stitching that Levi\'s used between roughly 1981 and 1984 before transitioning to white overlock thread later in the decade — a key marker collectors use to date pairs to this specific window.Constructed from 100% cotton denim in the USA, these feature the classic 501 straight leg silhouette with a button-fly closure, the signature Arcuate stitching on the back pockets, and the leather Two Horse patch on the waistband. The denim has a rich, even indigo wash with no major fading, holes, or repairs — condition is like-new for a garment of this age, with crisp stitching throughout and no thinning at the usual stress points (inner thigh, back pockets, or belt loops).Tag size is listed as W34 L32, but due to natural cotton shrinkage over four decades, the jeans now measure and fit closer to 32x30. Measurements were taken flat: waist approximately 32\", inseam approximately 30\". Given the era-correct hardware, stitching, and exceptional condition, this is a strong addition for anyone building a serious vintage Levi\'s collection or looking for an authentic 80s 501 in wearable shape.
