The 1947 501 jean is regarded as the definitive five-pocket jean and the quintessential 501 model. Levis jeans had been in short supply during the years of WWII, when several key features were removed to save vital metal and fabric. By 1947, the newly restored 501 jean was in huge demand. The stitched arcuate returned to the two back pockets: stitched with a double-needle machine, it now formed a diamond shape at the point where the two lines meet. Original Levis zinc buttons also enjoyed a comeback. But the crotch rivet, cinch-back, and suspender buttons had been put out to pasture-- permanently. Instead, belt loops and concealed copper rivets became standard. Made with Red XX Selvage using Cone Mills' deep tone indigo, the color pops with age in the purest red cast indigo. The 1947 501 jean continued the tradition of the Two Horse leather patch and a big "E" on the single-stitch red tab.
- Made in the USA
- Red Selvage Cone Mills Denim USA
- "E" red tab
- Two Horse Leather Patch
- Zinc Buttons
- Double-stitiched Arcuate
- Unsanforized
Tagged
Waist
Front Rise
Thigh
Knee
Leg Opening
Inseam
28
28.0
10.75
10.0
8.25
8.0
34.0
29
29.0
11.0
10.5
8.5
8.25
34.0
30
30.0
11.5
11.0
8.5
8.25
34.0
32
32.0
12.0
11.5
8.75
8.5
34.0
33
33.0
12.0
11.5
9.0
8.75
34.0
34
34.0
12.75
12.0
9.0
8.75
34.0
36
36.0
12.75
12.75
9.0
8.75
34.0
All measurements are taken in inches on garments laying flat.
The LVC 1947 501 is Unsanforized and will shrink one inch in the waist and 1.5 inches in length with a hot soak and air dry. If you intend to soak them before wear, we advise you to size up. The 501 fit is designed to be worn relaxed. We encourage you to call or email with questions about fit, fabric, shrink, or stretch.
Waist: Laid flat measurement is multiplied by two
Domestic United States
UPS Ground • Free (Orders over $100)
UPS Ground • $10 (Orders under $100)
UPS 2nd Day Air • $35
UPS Next Day Air Saver • $65
Canada
USPS Priority Mail International • $35
USPS Priority Express Mail • $55
International
USPS Priority Mail International • $50
USPS Priority Express Mail • $65
Apparel and accessories can be returned for exchange or store credit.
Footwear and eyewear that conforms to our return criteria can be returned for exchange, store credit or full refund.
See our Service page for complete shipping and returns policy details.
