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The Levi's 501 Original Shrink-to-Fit is the raw, unsanforized version of the 501 straight-leg jean. It comes in rigid denim that molds to your body after a soak and wear, so the final fit is set by you rather than the factory. The five-pocket build and button fly are the same as the standard 501. It suits buyers who want a stiff, dark, old-school jean and are willing to break it in; anyone wanting a soft, ready-to-wear fit should look at the pre-shrunk 501 instead.
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Lowest price we've seen: $59.46 on Nov 13 at Kohl's. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 13.
Owners treat these as a project jean: they praise the stiff, dark denim and the way it settles into a personal fit, but many warn the first soak shrinks them and the break-in takes patience.
| Size | Alpha | Waist | Seat | Thigh |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | XS | 26.5" | 32.5" | 19.5" |
| 27 | 27.5" | 33.5" | 20" | |
| 28 | 28.5" | 34.5" | 20.5 | |
| 29 | S | 29.5" | 35.5" | 21" |
| 30 | 30.5" | 36.5" | 21.5" | |
| 31 | 31.5" | 37.5" | 22" | |
| 32 | M | 38.5" | 22.5" | |
| 33 | 39.5" | 23" | ||
| 34 | 40.5" | 23.5" | ||
| 35 | L | 41.5" | 24" | |
| 36 | 42.5" | 24.5" | ||
| 38 | 44.5 | 25.25" |
The Levi's 501 Original Shrink-to-Fit jeans are men's black jeans with a classic fit and a straight leg. They have 5-pocket styling and a signature button fly.
The jeans are made of cotton and are designed to shrink to fit. They mold to your body as you wear them, so the fit, wear and finish are your own.
For the old-school technique, buy true to size in the waist and two sizes up in length. Wear them in the tub and keep them on to dry.
