Second Hand LVC 1947 501XX Made in USA 555 Valencia Street Jeans W32/L34

The 501 from 1947 is perhaps the most iconic and classic model of jeans ever made. It was designed during post war America and intended to be worn by the growing middle class in a country that was looking at a brighter future, leaving the great depression and the war behind. Blue jeans became the outfit of this era and Levi's was one of the big names when it came to dress the population in sturdy denim garments!

The 1947 Levi's 501 deserves it's reputation as the mother of modern jeans. It's high waist and straight fit looks just as fine today as it did back in the 40's and it's no surprise that the 1947 501 is the most copied jeans today. Most Japanese brands have their own version of these jeans with some smaller changes and details but if you are looking for a classic pair of Levi's jeans these are the ones to go for! They have proven to stand the test of time and will most likely continue to do so for decades to come.

The 1947 501 model has a high rise with a straight leg.

This second hand pair of LVC 1947 501XX Jeans has been used but is still in a good condition. This model was made with a pre-distressed wash, hence the tint and yellowish pocket bags. Take a look at the measurements below to see if the fit is good for you and keep in mind that these run small in size.

These Levis Vintage Clothing jeans was made back in the year 1999 and part of the first few years when Levi's started the reproduction line Levis Vintage Clothing back in 1996. Back then they made all the garments in their old factory located on Valencia Street in San Fransisco.

The factory on Valencia Street was opened as the new headquarter and main production facility for Levis back in 1906 and it got to serve as a new start for the brand after the devastating earthquake and fire that occurred earlier that year. The factory was used for different purposes from that time up until 2002 when Levis were cutting costs and decided to close down the production in the old factory.

In other words, the so called "555 LVC Made in the USA" products were the last garments made in the old Levi's factory. LVC later moved their production to Turkey and after that they turned back to the United States, but to the garment district in Los Angeles. 

These garments have become collectibles among the reproductions and they are easy to spot since the back of the buttons that are stamped with "555". You can also look at the care label, these are stiff and have a silver thread that goes along the edges and you can read the text "555 Made in the USA" written on the label.

Hemming is always included when you purchase a pair of jeans from us! Give us a comment during check out and we will shorten them before we send them. Keep in mind that you won't be able to return the jeans if we alter the length for you. 

For hemming, we'll use a vintage Union Special chain stitch sewing machine, to match the original seam of the jeans.

- Second Hand LVC 1947 501XX Made in USA 555 Valencia Street Jeans
- Size W 32 / L 34
- 100% cotton
- Pre-distressed
- Washed, wont shrink
- Signature Big "E" red tab on back pocket
- Signature V-Stitch behind top button
- Button fly
- 555 stamp behind top button
- Hidden back pocket rivets
- Belt loops
- Double needle arcuate
- Made in USA

All measurements are in centimeters and measured on a flat surface. The thigh measurements are taken 10 centimeters down from the crotch straight across the pant leg.