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501 Original Shrink-to-fit Men's Jeans
Levi's

501 Original Shrink-to-fit Men's Jeans

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$53.03at AmazonChecked 19 h ago

22% under what the other stores charge

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $53.03 at Amazon on Nov 13.
  • Checked at 5 stores.

Our take on the 501 Original Shrink-to-fit Men's Jeans

The Levi's 501 Original Shrink-to-Fit is the original blue jean: a straight-leg, button-fly cut in rigid 100% cotton denim at 15 oz. It is unsanforized, so it shrinks to fit after a soak or wash, which is the point for denim purists. It suits buyers who want a stiff, durable, customizable pair that molds to the body over time. Against stretch-denim rivals it is less comfortable out of the box and needs a break-in, but it lasts longer and holds its shape.

Best forDenim enthusiasts who want a rigid, break-in pairBuyers who want a custom fit from shrinkageEveryday wear in a classic straight legPeople who prefer button fly and 100% cotton
Pros
  • Rigid 15 oz cotton denim built to last
  • Shrinks to a personal fit after soaking
  • Classic straight leg and button fly
  • Takes indigo fades and wear patterns well
  • Timeless 501 styling
Cons
  • Stiff and uncomfortable before break-in
  • Shrinkage makes sizing tricky
  • No stretch, so little give at the waist and thighs
  • Button fly is slower than a zip

501 Original Shrink-to-fit Men's Jeans prices at every store

  • Xtreme WearNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $67.99Checked 19 h ago
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  • Millennium ClothingNew

    In stock

    $59.99+ $8.95 shippingChecked 19 h ago
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  • eBayNew

    In stockSold by vkiwear

    $74.99Free shippingChecked 19 h ago
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  • AmazonNew

    Availability unknown

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    $53.03Free shippingChecked 19 h ago
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  • Levi'sNew

    Out of stock

    $59.47+ $7.95 shippingChecked Nov 13
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501 Original Shrink-to-fit Men's Jeans price history

Lowest price we've seen: $53.03 on Nov 13 at Amazon. Tracked across 4 stores since Nov 13.

What reviewers say

Owners treat the 501 shrink-to-fit as a project pair: stiff at first, then molded to the body after a soak. Many praise the durability and fades; others warn that sizing is a gamble and the break-in is rough.

What people mention
  • ShrinkageMixedOwners say the jeans shrink noticeably after a soak, which gives a custom fit but makes sizing hard to predict.
  • Break-inCriticisedMany find the rigid denim stiff and uncomfortable until it softens with wear.
  • DurabilityPraisedReviewers report the heavy cotton denim holds up for years.
  • FadingPraisedOwners like how the indigo fades and creases into personal wear patterns.
  • FitMixedThe straight leg suits many, but the lack of stretch leaves little give at the waist and thighs.

From Millennium Clothing

  • Regular fit, straight leg
  • 100% cotton denim, non-stretch
  • Button fly
  • Shrink-to-Fit™ jeans
  • Wash once every 10 wears at most to extend lifespan and save resources
  • Shrinkage in wash approximately 10%
Sizes
30x30, 30x32, 31x30, 31x32, 32x30, 32x32, 32x34, 33x30, 33x32, 34x30, 34x32, 34x34, 36x30, 36x32, 36x34, 38x30, 38x32, 38x34, 40x30, 40x32, 42x30, 42x32
Materials
100% cotton
Fit
Regular fit, straight leg
Sizing
Shrink-to-Fit™: buy true to size in the waist and two sizes up in length for the tub method; for machine wash and dry, add 1" to waist for sizes 27"-36", 2" for
Care
Machine wash cold, do not bleach, tumble dry medium, hot iron if needed, do not dry clean, wash inside out with like colors

About the 501 Original Shrink-to-fit Men's Jeans

The 501 Original is Levi's classic straight-leg jean. It has a button fly and is made from non-stretch denim. Levi Strauss introduced the style in 1873.

The plain styling leaves room for customizing.

Fit
501 Original, straight
Leg opening
Straight
Rise
At waist
Fly
Button fly
Material
100% cotton
Fabric
Non-stretch denim
Fabric weight
15.00 oz

Specifications

Material composition
100% CottonSource
Closure type
Button FlySource
Stretch
Non StretchSource
Fit
Regular Through The ThighSource

Questions and answers

How much do shrink-to-fit 501s shrink?
The unsanforized denim is cut larger and shrinks after a soak or wash, mainly in length and slightly in the waist. Buy your usual waist and expect the inseam to shorten.
Should I size up?
Most buyers take their normal waist size and account for inseam shrinkage. Sizing up in the waist usually leaves the jeans too loose after the first soak.
How do I shrink them?
Soak them in warm water or wash and dry them to shrink. Some owners wear them damp to mold the fit, then let them dry.
Are they stretchy?
No. They are 100% cotton rigid denim with no stretch, so they feel stiff at first and soften with wear.
How do they compare with standard 501s?
Standard 501s come pre-shrunk and softer out of the box. Shrink-to-fit is raw, stiffer and molds to you, which fans prefer for fades and fit.
What is the fly?
They have the 501 button fly, not a zipper.
Where is the 501 Original Shrink-to-fit Men's Jeans cheapest?
At Amazon, for $53.03, 22% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the 501 Original Shrink-to-fit Men's Jeans?
Rated 5 out of 5 from 1 ratings.
Where can I buy the 501 Original Shrink-to-fit Men's Jeans?
5 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Amazon, Xtreme Wear, Millennium Clothing, Levi's.

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Front rise
11 1/4"Source
Knee
17 1/2"Source
Leg opening
16"Source
Leg style
Straight legSource
Rise style
Sits at your waistSource
Weight
0.45 kgSource
Care instructions
Hand Wash OnlySource
Shrinkage
approximately 10% shrinkage due to washingSource
Closure
Button
Waist Size
32 in
Accents
Logo
Rise
Mid (10-12 in)
Pocket Type
5-Pocket Design
Style
Straight
Season
Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
Handmade
No
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