Levi's 501 Jeans: Are They Worth It? (In-Depth Review)

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00:00 Levi's 501 Jeans Introduction

Levi’s is perhaps the most iconic American jean, starting out as a heavy-duty workwear item and soon becoming a stylish fashion piece. Today, Levi’s jeans remain popular all over the world, but are they truly a great investment?

00:51 History of Levi's

The first pair of Levi’s 501 jeans were manufactured in 1890. Unfortunately, the company records before 1906 were lost, so not even Levi’s knows the origin of the 501 number, but we do know that it simply ties into the original riveted jeans.

02:23 Iconic Styling Details
We chose these jeans because they are a classic mid-blue color with tan stitching – kind of the quintessential jeans if you will.

05:44 Denim Fabric
With the different finishes available within the 501 style, it’s easy to see how there’s a difference in fabric that is used and how in recent years, the 501 has been more about focusing on fit rather than staying true to the original 501 model.

07:22 Fit (& Other Factors to Consider)
The straight fit against the leg is preferable for a much more classic wardrobe and will work with a number of items and a classic wardrobe as well.

We’ve already touched on some of the confusion around some of the different fit differences within the 501 range, but things get even more confusing when it comes to the price.

Levi’s seems to base much of their pricing based on location. For example, the pair of 501 jeans that we’re looking at today can be found for $59.50 if you’re in North America, or £75 if you’re in the United Kingdom. Even with a fluctuating exchange rate, that’s still quite the difference in price.

09:00 Buying Our 501s
The 501 jeans that we purchased are a great pair of jeans. They are a classic style that epitomize blue jeans, and it’s easy to see how Levi’s is so popular all over the world.

10:23 Are Levi’s 501s Worth It?
On average, yes. We think that they’re worth it. For regular readers of the Gentleman’s Gazette, we can imagine that these are going to be the ideal jeans for you to include in your wardrobe as the straight fit, the deep blue color will be an ideal thing that will work well with a lot of things in your wardrobe. Perhaps, even a piece of soft casual tailoring.

11:32 Outfit Rundown

[pragueuprising]

One major advantage of Levis is that they are available in a range of sizes. I’m 6’7 and it’s hard for me to get pants that fit me well, so I have been wearing 501s since I was a teen.

[jasonforester]

To help prevent fading, wash jeans inside out with the water temp set on "cold". Use Woolite "Dark" detergent.
Hang to dry or partially dry in a dryer with a timed setting (30 mins depending on machine and # of pairs of jeans) on "very low" temp setting. Also still inside out. Then hang after to completely dry.
The color will last longer.

[marekkozub]

My first jeans costed $9.30 and they lasted forever. Denim quality was much higher back then.

[offbeatbassgear]

After offshoring, the weight of the denim and the overall fit and finish of the 501 in particular and Levi's in general significantly declined. The then-chair of Levi's decimated what was left of U.S. manufacture and heavy weight denim construction. He's since been hired to be the chairman of Gibson Guitars, and I fully expect that the same pattern is going to repeat itself.

[Nik]

5:33 Also copper is pretty soft and expensive. It was originally used for rivets because it's malleable and easy to work with. Now days with better technology and higher copper prices due to the high demand of the electronics and electrical industries, rivets tend to be made from cheaper alloys that can do a better job,

[squigmcguigan]

In around 1971, as a kid. I bought my first pair of Levi's.
They was so stiff, they could stand up on their own! They lasted years. Climbing tree's and doing general kids stuff. Levi jeans have for the last 30+ years have been NO better than any other make. Imagine my joy on finding LVC vintage selvedge jeans. I bought two pairs £150 per pair. The knee on 1 pair split after 12 months.
The front pockets failed on both pairs.
At 65 years old. I no longer climb tree's etc.
If these LVC selvedge jeans were, what they was supposed to be. They would burying me in them at 100 years old.
Basically. Levi jean's are cheap rags. It pains me to say. But i will not buy another Levi product.
Japanese selvedge raw denim from now on.

[Anthony-dhig]

I always love Kyles style in these, vintage styled pieces with a nice modern twist. Very refreshing and well put together, absolutely love his videos and can't wait to see more of him in the future.

[Theo-ulqm]

For me, the standout when buying levi’s is the service. Even in outlet stores, they’re typically very well stocked and the staff are very helpful. It’s one of the few brands I will occasionally shop at retail, because the extra money you pay is worth tge great service, and the knowledge that if you go to a levi’s store, unless you’re very hard to size, you will walk out with something that fits great.

[danielelsuavecitoacosta]

Dockers was actually a company Levi's owned, it was meant for the more business causal work wear

[YouTubeHandlerz]

I love Kyle since he always talks about Brands such as Banana Republic, Hugo Boss, J. Crew and Levi's brands that are appealing to young men.
Don't get me wrong I love Ralphel style but many of us don't have money or means to afford alot his things in his wardrobe.

[ollygrayson]

501s are coming back into fashion with the latest workwear trends. Whilst the price for vintage levis is going up, there’s a much bigger appreciation for a nice fade and worn in pair- especially made in the USA or from 60s through to the 90s. Always a classic.

[williammaxstadt]

Great video.
Really appreciate the history and in depth look at the 501.
I’ve been a wearer of these jeans for years.
The fit has definitely changed over the years and when I find one I like, I stock up.
Love the button fly and the general history of these jeans.
Just wish they were still made heavier and in the USA.
Thanks again!

[a.devresse]

For me, the modern one's aren't worth it anymore. 20 years ago, the quality was better. So, I only buy them vintage.

[quycksylver]

I remember both of those Levi's commercials from when I was a kid...I feel really old now. Thanks for that...

[marcjohnson]

Used to wear 501 when they were 5 bucks a pair today's not as good the older jeans had a thick leather Levi patch on them and were made in USA

[nexussmile]

Let’s keep it to every 10 years like an true cowboy

[antihypebeast]

I like this presenters calm voice and demeanor. I don't like all these YouTubers who yell and talk too fast. Great job! Love 501's by the way

[SanjeevSinghTanwar]

Well, Levis specially the 501s were no doubt the ultimate jeans. I wore them right from my school times but the quality has been degraded over the time. That kind of denim is very hard to see now a we have today is cheap fabric sold with the “Levis” and a huge price tag. Looking forward to see Levi’s goes back to that era

[MichaelOssen]

I did not know Levi’s was in the caliber to be an “is this worth it” item. I was expecting the bespoke dress shirt video.

[adityaroy]

Just bought me a pair of Levi's 511. Have to admit that the wash and fabric quality are just sublime for its price. I used to find the pricing restrictive, but I found one which I wanted and I grabbed it.