Only if you are often on horseback. Then, most people find that Wranglers fit better. Otherwise, 501's are the jeans I have worn for decades, with no plans to change.

 

My Gustin jeans have opened my eyes to better denim (Cone), which I enjoy. That said, I prefer the fit of 501s. If only I could afford the 501s made with Cone denim. But that requires spending far more than I'm willing to pay. I'm not sure what my next jeans will be. I think I want to give Flint and Tinder a try; Cone denim and what seems to be a 501-like fit. For below $100.

 

Jordache?

 

I used to feel the same way, but a few friends who are into fashion kept badgering me to try some "better" jeans. Nordstrom's had a sale so I took the plunge and bought 2 from Rag and Bone and 1 from 7 for all mankind. I have to hand it to my friends, I was wrong -- I like these jeans a lot more. Not only that, but I got tons of compliments from co-workers (both sexes) so not purely in my head. There are many other "name" brands and really don't know relative merits, but will definitely buy these jeans in the future over my old Levi 501s.

 

I don't use jeans for anything but the most casual of dress. But I don't care for the way 501's slide off and drag my skivvies down. I prefer Wranglers. And no way in Hell I would spend $100 on any pair of jeans.

 

I don't use jeans for anything but the most casual of dress. But I don't care for the way 501's slide off and drag my skivvies down. I prefer Wranglers. And no way in Hell I would spend $100 on any pair of jeans.

Several times, I have spent over $100 for jeans, only to be disappointed. The jeans were okay, but not better than Levi's 501s, IMO.

 

I used to feel the same way, but a few friends who are into fashion kept badgering me to try some "better" jeans. Nordstrom's had a sale so I took the plunge and bought 2 from Rag and Bone and 1 from 7 for all mankind. I have to hand it to my friends, I was wrong -- I like these jeans a lot more. Not only that, but I got tons of compliments from co-workers (both sexes) so not purely in my head. There are many other "name" brands and really don't know relative merits, but will definitely buy these jeans in the future over my old Levi 501s.

Please post photos. I'm always interested in better fitting/looking jeans, and other clothing.

 

My Gustin jeans have opened my eyes to better denim (Cone), which I enjoy. That said, I prefer the fit of 501s. If only I could afford the 501s made with Cone denim. But that requires spending far more than I'm willing to pay. I'm not sure what my next jeans will be. I think I want to give Flint and Tinder a try; Cone denim and what seems to be a 501-like fit. For below $100.

Hmmmmm... the Gustin fabrics look luscious. I will take a closer look.

Thank you!

 

Try Guston

My standard jean is Levi's 501. I like the fit and the look. That being said I have followed the suggestions of Tocqueville and other forumites and tried Gustons. I like them, especially in black. In fact I am currently waiting for their most recent crowd sourced offering to arrive.

I like Levi's/jeans to be worn and a bit faded from repeated washings. The Guston approach is somewhat cult-like, for want of a better term; apparently part of the current jean fad. They recommend minimal washing and using cold water. I read their fit guide, bought my waist size and washed them in hot water a bunch of times and dried them at high heat. I then hemmed them, leaving enough cloth to lenghten if necessary. So far I am a happy camper. I now launder them gently, to reduce wear occasioned by vigorous washing.

When the fad passes I imagine 501"s will continue to be available.

Gurdon

 

I prefer boot cut jeans so that they fit over my casual shoes and resist riding up like "floods." I think jeans look absolutely terrible when they sit above the shoes rather than over them.

As for the comments about quality, I don't see a discernible difference between Levi's and the $100+ brands. The ingredients are fairly constant...blue-dyed denim, a zipper, and a button. I don't think $100+ buys you any more than that and some priced-in cachet.

 

My standard jean is Levi's 501. I like the fit and the look. That being said I have followed the suggestions of Tocqueville and other forumites and tried Gustons. I like them, especially in black. In fact I am currently waiting for their most recent crowd sourced offering to arrive.

I like Levi's/jeans to be worn and a bit faded from repeated washings. The Guston approach is somewhat cult-like, for want of a better term; apparently part of the current jean fad. They recommend minimal washing and using cold water. I read their fit guide, bought my waist size and washed them in hot water a bunch of times and dried them at high heat. I then hemmed them, leaving enough cloth to lenghten if necessary. So far I am a happy camper. I now launder them gently, to reduce wear occasioned by vigorous washing.

When the fad passes I imagine 501"s will continue to be available.

Gurdon

LOL. I spent a lot of time worrying about how to wash/hem my Gustins and reading up on the topic.

I'm really pleased by the quality and the fabric. I'd like the fit to be just a tad more generous up top (the Gustin people insist that it's spot on for my measurements and I should be patient), and I'd also like the rise to be a little higher, but still, I recommend it highly.

This is the other option I mentioned above. Flint and Tinder. The fit looks 501-ish, complete with a relatively high rise. The fabric is 13.5oz Cone selvege, the same as the my pair of Gustins. And the price puts it at the same price point as Gustin, which is to say more than a department store pair of Levis, but well below "high end" denim.

https://www.flintandtinderusa.com/pants-jeans/the-super-toughs-jeans

 

Nothing beats 501.......its just classic...

 

LOL. I spent a lot of time worrying about how to wash/hem my Gustins and reading up on the topic.

I'm really pleased by the quality and the fabric. I'd like the fit to be just a tad more generous up top (the Gustin people insist that it's spot on for my measurements and I should be patient), and I'd also like the rise to be a little higher, but still, I recommend it highly.

This is the other option I mentioned above. Flint and Tinder. The fit looks 501-ish, complete with a relatively high rise. The fabric is 13.5oz Cone selvege, the same as the my pair of Gustins. And the price puts it at the same price point as Gustin, which is to say more than a department store pair of Levis, but well below "high end" denim.

https://www.flintandtinderusa.com/pants-jeans/the-super-toughs-jeans

The Flint and Tinder jeans are tempting. It might be worth it to give a couple pair a test wear.....but I just can't promise to wait six months for the wife to give them their first laundering...or 15 laundering's? Thank you for the heads-up, sir!

 

If you look on ebay, you can find Levi's 501 in the Cone denim that tocqueville likes. Make sure its Levi's and not LVC.

 

Do they even make original shrink to fit 501's any more?

 

Do they even make original shrink to fit 501's any more?

Not sure what you mean by "original"? they change the cut every ~10 years. You can get normal STF 501's at Macys or JCPenneys for $40. If you're looking for vintage 501 cuts from the 40s, 50s, 60s, etc, you can buy LVC, but those are $250 a pop.

 

Do they even make original shrink to fit 501's any more?

501® Original Shrink-to-Fit™ Jeans
https://us.levi.com/product/index.j...oduct/index.jsp?productId=2076855&kwCatId=&kw=501+shrink&origkw=501+shrink&sr=1

501® Shrink-to-Fit™ Jeans
https://us.levi.com/product/index.j...duct/index.jsp?productId=22285466&kwCatId=&kw=501+shrink&origkw=501+shrink&sr=1

 

If you look on ebay, you can find Levi's 501 in the Cone denim that tocqueville likes. Make sure its Levi's and not LVC.

Good to know. I thought the only 501s with Cone were LVC, which are priced well beyond my reach.

 

Good to know. I thought the only 501s with Cone were LVC, which are priced well beyond my reach.

It looks like its New Old Stock, not really positive though.

I just got some Unbranded 321 that I like. The rise is probably too low for most AAAC members, but it's a good slim straight, without being too tight or any extreme taper.

Sticking with more mainstream brands, Gap "standard" and "straight" fits are good spots between modern and classic.

 

It looks like its New Old Stock, not really positive though.

I just got some Unbranded 321 that I like. The rise is probably too low for most AAAC members, but it's a good slim straight, without being too tight or any extreme taper.

Sticking with more mainstream brands, Gap "standard" and "straight" fits are good spots between modern and classic.

I've read good things about Gap jeans (which i last tried in the 80s, when gap basically just sold jeans and sweaters). But i'm one of those people who refuses to buy imported jeans. That's what put me off 501s in the first place.

Brooks 501s are US made, but unjustifiably expensive in light of Gustin and F&Ts offerings.

 

I haven't shopped Levi's jeans in a while, not sure if it's my luck but every time I try to check out Levi's their quality is getting worse and is becoming very inconsistent.

I've checked Gustin but haven't really taken the effort to buy them since I'm still rocking the jeans which are relatively cheaper than Gustin.

I'm not a premium denim guy so I try to stick to under $60

 

I've tried many brands of jeans, even some expensive brands. After decades of trying different jeans, Levi's 501s are still my favorites. The fit is excellent, and these days 501s come is so many nice colors.

Am I missing something about other jeans? https://www.post.ch/en/post-startseite/post-privatkunden/post-pk-kontakt/post-nachforschung-ausland.htm

501® Original Fit Jeans
https://us.levi.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3183662&locale=en_US&clickid=prod_cs

Why does one ever buy something different than an item that has worked in the past & is the standard? Why not have only charcoal trousers made by company X?

Perhaps some people buy various brands just to have some diversity in their choice of jeans? Levi's are a reliable standard product but not very adventurous.

I'm amazed that no one has mentioned proper fit. As with with any OTR item, it's never "one size fits all" and Levi's may not fit some people as comfortably as other brands.

Over here Levi's aren't $40-50. They cost as much as any other designer jean. As there is no large price/quality difference, there is little reason not to try other brands. Jeans are jeans and if Armani or Dolce & Gabbana fits well & has the same/higher quality then one takes the best available offering.

Image? Situation? Maybe you want something a little different than what everyone finds to be standard? True Religion jeans at a nightclub 1-2 times a year are great fun but are perhaps a little too much on the eye for frequent use?

 

Has anyone tried the "American Original" raw denim jeans from Pointer Brand/L.C. King? Cone denim, made in the USA, $73 (minus 20% at the moment). If they're anything like Pointer Brand work coats, the cut might be a little generous, but I'm interested...

 

Has anyone tried the "American Original" raw denim jeans from Pointer Brand/L.C. King? Cone denim, made in the USA, $73 (minus 20% at the moment). If they're anything like Pointer Brand work coats, the cut might be a little generous, but I'm interested...

The cut doesn't look bad at all. 34" waist, 12" thigh, 8.5" leg opening, 12.5" rise.

I guess it depends where they take the thigh measurement, but I'd say that's a pretty good straight leg. Not slim, but not old gramps either.

 

The cut doesn't look bad at all. 34" waist, 12" thigh, 8.5" leg opening, 12.5" rise.

I guess it depends where they take the thigh measurement, but I'd say that's a pretty good straight leg. Not slim, but not old gramps either.

Thanks. I noticed the fit description after I posted here. Unfortunately I also noticed the Pointer Brand tag on the back pocket. I hope it can be razored off, because a pair is headed my way.