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ohcarlene
Dayton, Ohio
Would you recommend? Yes
Levi's are Great
Date:June 27, 2012
If
you buy these make sure you get 1 size bigger. My mistake & I have
to send these back to exchange for 1 size bigger. Bought them as a
surprise for husband's birthday & he loved it. Too bad he can't wear
them until I get the other size.
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Mslinda2012
Midland, TX.
Age: 45 - 49
Gender: Female
Would you recommend? Yes
Great Jeans
Date:June 25, 2012
The
size my husband wears is really hard to find in the department stores. I
recommend though when buying the shrink to fit to make sure you order
just like it says to, bigger than you need. They do shrink one size
down.
This Product Is: shrink to fit
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abone
Vancouver
Age: 55 - 59
Gender: Male
Would you recommend? Yes
Don't spin, ever!
Date:June 19, 2012
Bought
and completed the tub shrink, wore to dry, and they were perfect. I
didn't wash them for at least 2 months then my wife put them in the
washing machine (mistake) including the spin cycle (big, big mistake).
The jeans lost at least 50% of their colour (Canadian spelling) but
worse, the spin left crease marks all over the jeans. Pretty much ruined
them until they totally fade out. They are now resigned to biker wear
only, but still fit great.
Don't machine wash, ever.
I bought actual waist size (36) and 4 inches longer that my inseam.
I also bought the 501 SFT raw and they are great too. Maybe not as good of a fit, but better colour.
Don't machine wash, ever.
I bought actual waist size (36) and 4 inches longer that my inseam.
I also bought the 501 SFT raw and they are great too. Maybe not as good of a fit, but better colour.
This Product Is: great
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bzzdagn
Hesperia, CA
Age: 50 - 54
Gender: Male
Would you recommend? Yes
Great deal
Date:June 17, 2012
Good product selection for a great price. delivered in acceptable amount of time.
This Product Is: exactly what i wanted
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Peap
Missoula MT
Age: 60+
Gender: Male
Would you recommend? Yes
Levi's 501 Original Shrink to fit
Date:June 14, 2012
I
have made purchases recently of 501's that were made in Haiti that were
inferior as they shriveled and twisted after washing to the pioint that
I could not wear them. Fortunately the recent purchase by email were
made in Mexico which I have had good luck with.
This Product Is: as advertised
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skooter
Calhan, CO
Age: 60+
Gender: Male
Would you recommend? Yes
purest wear 501
Date:June 13, 2012
501
is the best fitting jean, they seem to wear better and longer then the
pre washed. I like the construction and overall look of the jean
compared to other brands.
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philm
Bardstown, KY
Age: 30 - 34
Gender: Male
Would you recommend? Yes
Never Tried Shrink to Fits Before
Date:June 13, 2012
I
am interested in selvedge jeans, but wasn't ready to jump to shrinking
my own jeans with something more expensive yet. Hopefully these will be a
gateway to understanding denim better. Here is what I've learned so
far.
1.
I normally wear 32x34. I bought 32x36. That was perfect. I could afford
to lose a half inch in the waist and they fit perfectly.
2. I like shrink to fit better then the regular 501s. I bought a pair of regular 501s at the same time, and I'm breaking them both in now. The shrink to fits look nicer and fit better so far.
3. Don't wash the jeans. This seems to be agreed upon by all denim experts. I am planning to wait 3-6 months before washing them in the tub with some detergent.
4. The thighs of 501s are tight. Mine are 8.5-9 inches across the thigh. This could take some getting used to if you haven't worn 501s. The waste and seat are not as tight, but the thighs kind of hold the pants in place.
5. The style is growing on me a lot. They look really nice, and they fit me exactly.
6. Shrinking instructions. Run hot water in a bath tub, turn the pants inside out, soak them in the water and leave them for 1 hour. Hang them up outside to dry for a day, and then put them on while they were a tiny bit wet.
2. I like shrink to fit better then the regular 501s. I bought a pair of regular 501s at the same time, and I'm breaking them both in now. The shrink to fits look nicer and fit better so far.
3. Don't wash the jeans. This seems to be agreed upon by all denim experts. I am planning to wait 3-6 months before washing them in the tub with some detergent.
4. The thighs of 501s are tight. Mine are 8.5-9 inches across the thigh. This could take some getting used to if you haven't worn 501s. The waste and seat are not as tight, but the thighs kind of hold the pants in place.
5. The style is growing on me a lot. They look really nice, and they fit me exactly.
6. Shrinking instructions. Run hot water in a bath tub, turn the pants inside out, soak them in the water and leave them for 1 hour. Hang them up outside to dry for a day, and then put them on while they were a tiny bit wet.
This Product Is: everything i hoped they would be
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mysticdenim
Alaska
Age: 50 - 54
Gender: Female
Would you recommend? Yes
Make them your own
Date:June 9, 2012
Ok,
right off the bat, I'm a woman. I've been wearing Levis since I was 15.
Started out with the STF, getting them wet and wear-drying. Once the
pre-washed came out I bought them, but since the fit changed a few years
ago making the waist bigger and the legs slimmer, I had to come back to
the STF. I don't have small thighs and carry most of my "extra weight"
in the saddle bag area. Most women's jeans look like they were
spray-painted on and are sooo uncomfortable. I don't want a tight fit on
the thighs or backside, but not baggy either. Plus, I love the button
fly.
With the STF I buy 1 inch up on the waist and 4 inches on the length (I'd rather have them too long than too short). I start out soaking the jeans in hot water for at least an hour. Wring them out and soak up as much water with a towel. Hang to dry. Try them on... they made need another hot soak for the length as that's where most of the shrinking will come from. Hang to dry again. You may want to wear them damp on the second try, but not too damp as you don't want to stretch out the knees and backside. This is where I feel I can custom fit the thigh area.
Then just wear them. And I do mean wear them. They're just like wine... they get better with age. They take time to soften and wear naturally. If you don't care about sculpting your own fading, wear them until they start getting a little smelly and toss them in the dryer on low with a softener sheet. This will freshen them and soften. If you must wash, use cold water and dry on low. You won't get much more shrinkage. Personally, I want to get my own wiskering and fading so I try not to wash or toss in the dryer while they're still stiff. When I do eventually wash it's always on cold and either hang or machine dry on low.
The bottom line is the more you wear them, the more they will conform to you. There are a number of web sites out there devoted to custom fading and/or shrinking these jeans. Just search for shrinking or fading Levi 501 shrink to fit.
With the STF I buy 1 inch up on the waist and 4 inches on the length (I'd rather have them too long than too short). I start out soaking the jeans in hot water for at least an hour. Wring them out and soak up as much water with a towel. Hang to dry. Try them on... they made need another hot soak for the length as that's where most of the shrinking will come from. Hang to dry again. You may want to wear them damp on the second try, but not too damp as you don't want to stretch out the knees and backside. This is where I feel I can custom fit the thigh area.
Then just wear them. And I do mean wear them. They're just like wine... they get better with age. They take time to soften and wear naturally. If you don't care about sculpting your own fading, wear them until they start getting a little smelly and toss them in the dryer on low with a softener sheet. This will freshen them and soften. If you must wash, use cold water and dry on low. You won't get much more shrinkage. Personally, I want to get my own wiskering and fading so I try not to wash or toss in the dryer while they're still stiff. When I do eventually wash it's always on cold and either hang or machine dry on low.
The bottom line is the more you wear them, the more they will conform to you. There are a number of web sites out there devoted to custom fading and/or shrinking these jeans. Just search for shrinking or fading Levi 501 shrink to fit.
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JoeLevi5050
Oregon City, OR
Age: 50 - 54
Gender: Male
Would you recommend? No
40 Years in Levis
Date:June 4, 2012
I
have been buying the same size 501 Shrink to fit for 20 Years, I bought
five pair on sale and they are tight before I wash them. Not happy.
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ROAF
Wa. State
Age: 60+
Gender: Male
Would you recommend? Yes
Good Buy!
Date:June 3, 2012
Very
satisfied with my purchase. Happened to buy at discounted price and
even with tax and shipping saved 30 percent over local prices. Very
satisfied!
This Product Is: 501 shrink to fit good.
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SeeJay
Southern Oklahoma
Age: 18 - 19
Gender: Male
Would you recommend? Yes
Best raw denim for the price
Date:June 2, 2012
I
love levis because of their history. When I put on these jeans I can
imagine a miner or lumberjack, farmer or motorcycle thug doing the same
thing. They come stiff as a board when delivered; a blank canvas. Take a
few hours to shrink them while wearing them in the tub (the water will
turn blueish-purple) and wear them around until dry. This allows the
indigo to fade unevenly, giving the look of all the work you do in them
and specially formed to your body. I don't have to wear a belt with mine
and the length is perfect. Wear them everyday and prolong washing as
much as you can to really get them fitting well. Choose your normal
waist size but go long on the length and you'll be solid.
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TheOldGeezer
Would you recommend? Yes
Date:June 1, 2012
Buying and receiving my jeans went smoothly. They are shrink to fit.
I need a refresher course on how to shrink them, but instructions were not included with the jeans nor could I find them on line.
I need a refresher course on how to shrink them, but instructions were not included with the jeans nor could I find them on line.
The button holes on the 501s were too small and arrived pre- freyed.
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carpenterbill13
tennesse
Age: 60+
Gender: Male
Would you recommend? Yes
shrink to fit is the best
Date:May 28, 2012
I
work in the construction bussiness and need pants that take alot of
abuse.Levis handle the wear and tear of real work. I won't wear anything
else. Thanks Levi.
This Product Is: great, will last
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jinikari
chicago ,il
Would you recommend? No
im dissapointed
Date:May 28, 2012
tried shrinking my jean twice and that did not work.
it is still baggy and too long, so the knee area has terrible look and feel.
it is still baggy and too long, so the knee area has terrible look and feel.
This Product Is: it's okay
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ariesrising
Buffalo, NY
Age: 60+
Gender: Female
Would you recommend? Yes
Hard to Fit a Girl (Woman)
Date:May 27, 2012
I
normally wear Levi's size 8, so this was difficult. I bought 2 pair, 34
x 34 & 36 x 34. Forget the 36, they're going back. I washed the
34's 4 times in hot water & they're finally wearable. Very
comfortable. The length is perfect, but I have freakishly long legs for
5'4". I normally wear a 32 or 33 length. I think I might order another
pair in 32 X 34. More women need to write reviews if they try these. It
would definitely help others to know how to size these bad boys.
This Product Is: really comfortable
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RSJB
tucson, AZ
Age: 50 - 54
Gender: Male
Would you recommend? Yes
501 Button Fly
Date:May 22, 2012
Perfect fit for my Girl friend, who wont wear ANYTHING ELSE
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TxnGo4
Austin, TX
Age: 30 - 34
Gender: Male
Would you recommend? Yes
Why did I ever leave Levi's?!?
Date:May 13, 2012
As
a kid, I wore Levi's 501's all the time but these are the first pair I
have tried in over 15 years and I am back! I love the fit, the shrink to
fit makes them feel custom fit, and they have the timeless / classic
look I was looking for. They have the perfect looks tight but feels
loose fit and a dark/clean look that is perfect for casual Friday at the
office or a night out.
This Product Is: classic
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jdKing
Waxahachie, TX
Age: 20 - 24
Gender: Male
Would you recommend? Yes
Great Service
Date:May 11, 2012
The
waist size Levi's recommends is too much. Stick with either your
natural waist or maybe 1" bigger. These jeans stretch a lot! If you
don't want your jeans to give you diaper butt after a day or two, err
towards the smaller size.
Levi's service was AWESOME! I had to return the first pair I bought because they didn't shrink down to the projected size. Levi's completed my return without any difficulty, and my replacement pair arrived promptly.
Levi's service was AWESOME! I had to return the first pair I bought because they didn't shrink down to the projected size. Levi's completed my return without any difficulty, and my replacement pair arrived promptly.
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ebecce
Warren, Ohio
Age: 45 - 49
Gender: Male
Would you recommend? Yes
cut
Date:May 1, 2012
hello
i have purchased a pair of the 501 ,,shrink to fit jeans ,,i like them
except for the bottom of the legs are a little to wide of an opening ,,i
wish Levi,s would make them a little more tapered ,and make them with a
zipper also . final recommendation is that at the waist have them come
higher at the waist ..
This Product Is: good
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1Bugguy
Imperial, CA
Age: 60+
Gender: Male
Would you recommend? Yes
Wish you carried my length
Date:April 25, 2012
I've
worn Levis shrink to fit for 60 years. My inseam is 30" which would
require a 33" inseam prior to washing. Recently Levis stopped making 33"
inseams on shrink to fit. The pants no longer fit me.
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