1955 501 Jean Rigid

The "1955 501 Jean Rigid" by Levi's Vintage Clothing represents the 501 of the American post-war era and its connection to the emerging biker culture. Compared to earlier 501 models, it sits looser at the seat and features a wider leg and an overall more angular silhouette. This so-called "anti-fit" became a characteristic feature of the 501 of this period.

The jeans are made from a specially reconstructed selvedge denim, developed by Levi's in collaboration with a Japanese weaving mill, based on historical models from the 1950s. The Rigid version is made of 100% cotton and comes unwashed. When first washed, the denim shrinks by about ten percent, adapting to the body over time. The current LVC version uses organically grown cotton.

The construction remains true to the historical model: belt loops are the only waist adjustment, the back pockets are reinforced with concealed copper rivets, and the button fly features zinc buttons. Additionally, there's the classic five-pocket design and the Two-Horse patch at the waistband. The combination of a loose fit, sturdy selvedge denim, and reduced construction makes the 1955 a characteristic evolution of the 501 within the 1950s.

Size & Care Instructions:
The jeans will shrink by approximately 2" in length when washed – a length 34 will become approx. 32". The waist will stretch out again with wear.

If you want to wear the jeans or jacket in their original fit, you can buy them accordingly. In this case, they should only be washed on a wool cycle / cold.

Information without guarantee.

• 50155-0079 1955 501 Jean Rigid
• Made in Japan
• 100% Organic Cotton
• Japanese Selvedge Denim
• Bar tack stitches instead of rivets on the back pockets
• Belt loops
• Button fly
• Red tab label
• "Two Horse" leather patch
• Mid Rise
• Regular Straight
• Shrink-to-Fit