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Levi's Men's 501 Original Fit Jeans (Also Available in Big & Tall)

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Special Size: Standard


Size: 34W x 32L


Color: Reel It in - Medium Indigo Worn in


Description

Close your eyes. Think “jeans.” Now open. They were 501s, right? With a classic straight leg and iconic styling, they’re literally the blueprint for every pair of jeans in existence — burned into the world’s collective cortex ever since Levi Strauss (the man himself!) invented them in 1873. To this day they’ve never gone out of style. And they never will.

Package Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 15.98 x 12.64 x 2.44 inches; 1.69 Pounds


Item model number ‏ : ‎ 00501-3346


Department ‏ : ‎ mens


Date First Available ‏ : ‎ June 22, 2017


Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Levi's


Best Sellers Rank: #898 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry (See Top 100 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry) #22 in Men's Jeans


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Customer Reviews: 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 42,105 ratings


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Top Amazon Reviews


  • Holes who?
Special Size: Standard Size: 31W x 30L Color: Rinse
My Husband wears these every day. They are actual denim jeans for once, great quality. Color is as pictured. These are the original design so no zipper, buttons instead. Great fitting jeans. After months they still look brand new, no color bleeding or wear to be seen. My husband's all time favorite jeans after years of wearing other brands that end up with a pocket corner hole after a few wears. These have held up great so far with no sign of giving out anytime soon. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2025 by Otis

  • Real 501's and perfect fit.
Special Size: Standard Size: 40W x 30L Color: Medium Stonewash
The real thing, perfect fit and thick denim material. Quality item and good price, for hard to find jeans.
Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2025 by Thomas Finley

  • To shrink or not to shrink?
Special Size: Standard Size: 30W x 30L Color: Rigid
I've worn Levi's 505's (zipper fly) from when I was a teenager up until last year, when Levi's changed them from "regular fit" to "straight fit". I am very slim with narrow hips, and the straight fit 505's kept sliding down over my hips. So I tried a pair of prewashed 501's. I wasn't thrilled about the button fly, but I got used to it. The fit was great; very much like the older style 505's. About 6 months ago, I decided to give shrink-to-fit 501's a try. My "true" size is 30x30. I got my STF's in size 32x31. I wasn't up for the shrinking-them-in-the-bathtub routine. Instead, I put them in the washing machine with hot water, gave them a spin dry, put them in the dryer for just a few minutes, and hung them until dry. The result fit me perfectly, much better than the prewashed 501's. These 501's have been in the washer and dryer many times, and now look like a prewashed pair. They are starting to get a lot of fade over the knees. The fit is still perfect! I really like the 501 STF's and highly recommend them. The denim fabric feels much stronger and more substantial than the prewashed jeans. If you have the patience to deal with the shrinking, you get much more control over the fit. I decided I really like the look of the unwashed Denim, so I recently ordered and received 2 pair of 501 STFs from Amazon, one size 32x31 and the other size 30x30. I shrunk the 32x31's, but I am wearing the 30x30's unwashed and unshrunk. I am going to try to wash both pairs as little as possible, using cold water, Dr. Bonner's soap, and vinegar, as described on Levi's web site (and many other blogs), and compare how the 2 pairs age. I'll update this review as things progress. I got both pair in the "Rigid" color, which is the traditional Levi's dark indigo. Prior to washing, the indigo dye does not fully penetrate into the intersections of the threads in the denim fabric. The un-dyed parts of the fabric form a pattern of white dots, which makes the overall color look much lighter than prewashed indigo jeans. I shrunk the 32x31 jeans in my front-loading washer, inside out, in hot water, no soap, on the gentle cycle. I skipped over the rinse cycle, gave them a gentle spin for a minute, wore them for a couple of hours, then hung them up to complete drying. I did not use the clothes dryer. I got a perfect fit, just like my last pair. The indigo dye bled on to the un-dyed part of the fabric. This made the shrunk jeans look darker than the un-shrunk pair. The shrunk pair retained the rigid feel. So for now I like the look of the shrunk pair more. But the real test will be how they age later. Update 1/13/2012 In the past 2 months, I've worn each pair about 1/3 of the time, and other pants the remaining time. So each pair has been worn about 20 days. Neither pair has been washed yet. The pair that I shrunk have softened up quite a bit, and look almost like pre-washed jeans. They are just starting to show some fading on the knees and around the objects I keep in the front pockets. The non-shrunk pair still maintain most of their rigid feel, and aside from some creasing, look pretty much the same as they did when they arrived from Amazon. I like to keep my new jeans fade-free for use as "dress jeans" for as long as possible. So at this point, I prefer the pair that I did NOT shrink. Update 2/12/2012 It was finally time to wash these jeans. I used cold water, Dr. Bronner's soap, and vinegar, followed by a cold water rinse, as described on Levi's web site. The non-shrunk pair now have a beautiful color, about half way between the original color and that of the pre-shrunk pair. The non-shrunk pair also have most of their original rigidity, and their leather tag looks perfect (the lettering on the tag on the pre-washed pair faded in the hot water). The fading on the pre-shrunk pair has progressed a bit more, while there is still no visible fading anywhere on the other pair. Unfortunately I did get some shrinkage in the non-shrunk pair, which were getting wet for the first time. The waist shrunk 1/2" and the inseam shrunk 1". The waist shrinkage isn't a problem, as it stretched out while wearing the jeans. The inseam is more of an issue. I tried to stretch the legs several times while drying, but that didn't work; the fabric shrunk back as soon as I let go. For my next pair of jeans, I plan to buy them in my actual waist size, but with 1" extra length, and wait as long as possible before washing them in cold water. Update 11/17/2012 After their first wash, the non-shrunk pair were too short to use. So I recently purchased a new pair in my actual waist size and 1" extra length. I wore these for several days, then washed them. This time I washed them in the bath tub with Dr. Bronner's soap and vinegar. I am hoping that keeping them flat during the wash will reduce fading around the creases that occurred when my other pairs were machine washed. So far the results are fantastic. I plan to use this method from now on. Hope that helps... ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2011 by David L.

  • Remember that the 501 original shrink a size
Special Size: Standard Size: 30W x 36L Color: Rigid
A perfect fit. I love these and have since I was a kid.
Reviewed in the United States on September 7, 2025 by fishing king

  • Classic Fit, Durable, and Timeless Style — Husband Approved
Special Size: Standard Size: 36W x 31L Color: Rigid
These jeans are a standout for anyone who appreciates classic denim with enduring quality. My husband absolutely loves them because the fit is true to size, straight through the leg, and provides the perfect balance of comfort and structure. The denim feels sturdy and durable, giving that authentic Levi’s feel while breaking in beautifully over time. Unlike some jeans that lose their shape after a few washes, these maintain their signature fit and crisp look even with regular wear. What differentiates these jeans from others on Amazon is how they combine timeless style with long-lasting performance. The 501 cut remains versatile as my husband can dress them up with boots or keep it casual with sneakers. My husband appreciates that they’re a reliable wardrobe staple that doesn’t compromise on comfort or style. Overall, these Levi’s 501s are classic, well-made, and perfect for everyday wear, making them a must-have for anyone who values quality denim. Great warmth, stretchability and no weird smell! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2025 by Michelle Kim

  • Highly satisfied.
Special Size: Standard Size: 32W x 30L Color: Dark Stonewash
Quick delivery, best price and perfect fit. Full Levi's quality.
Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2025 by Wes Oleszewski

  • A 'significant' decline in the Quality/Durability of Levi's Jeans
Special Size: Standard Size: 32W x 30L Color: Dark Stonewash
I've been religiously wearing Levi's Men's 501 Jeans since 1976 (yes, half a Century!) And, my over-all physique and weight has not changed much during all that time. I would typically buy 2-3 pair and enjoy 3-5+ years of constant worry-free use, wearing them almost daily (full/partial), them also having been put through 'hundreds of washes during those periods! Over the last 10 years or so however, there seems to have been an absolute horrible decline in Levi's jeans 'Quality' ...specifically: 'Durability' ...With the pairs I've purchased now lasting only an average of 1.5 - 2 years ...despite a slow, regular but 'significant' increase in their 'price'! This most recent pair's 'failure' shown here is not the 1st. ...2nd. ...but now my THIRD pair (purchased from different sources) to fail in less than a 1 year period. In this case after only 7 months! (aprox 140 days of wear and less than 2 dozen washes) They all seemed to (prematurely) fail in the same area's; the rear pocket and in the crotch. At lease, during that time (until recently however) I could just bring any (failed) pair to any Levi's Jean outlet (store) and would immediately be issued a new replacement pair. No More. Now one is instructed to contact the manufacturer directly and (attempt) to make arrangements (jump through hoops) for a 'possible' (but not probable) replacement. And in this case, I'm of course well past Amazon's return/replacement period and will be unable to obtain any remedy for this 'pre-mature' failure. It's become painfully obvious to me that this evidence of a significant decline in Quality in Levi's jeans is not just a 'one-off' random fluke ...but a sad, unfortunate, confirmable trend ...a fact!! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2025 by BMD BMD

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