“War’s Ready!”
Inspired by the ultra-rare 501XX model Levi’s produced in the second half of 1941, FW has created this amazing denim that honours and surpasses the original!
These jeans are crafted from FW’s proprietary 14oz 601XX orange-selvedge ID, mild-slub denim. Weave cotton yarns of varying thicknesses, rope-dye them in multiple indigo tones, then slowly weave them on vintage denim machines to achieve its distinctive character. The resulting texture closely mirrors the feel and appearance of vintage Levi’s 501XX denim. With continued wear and washing, the denim develops high-contrast fades, evolving into a striking sky-blue patina!
Speaking of the details, this pair features a cinch-back waist, referencing the era when denim transitioned from “waist-overalls” to the familiar five-pocket design we know and love today. The beautiful deerskin leather patch, featuring the “Vanishing West” buffalo design, and the “V.West” back-pocket red tab pay homage to classic Levi’s designs from the 1800s. The fly is constructed with “standard” spec iron buttons, reflecting the earlier era before Levi’s switched to the more cost-effective doughnut button design. Iron suspender buttons complete the look, and with time and wear, they will naturally develop their own patina, adding even more character to the jeans. For added durability, hidden back-pocket rivets and chain-stitch construction provide extra strength, ensuring this pair is built for years of hard wear.
If you are looking for premium Japanese denim with a classic early WWII design, Freewheelers is a fantastic choice!
- 100% Cotton
- Japanese 14oz orange coloured selvage ID mild-slub denim
- Grand indigo dyed
- Vegetable-tanned deerskin leather patch
- Extra-thick copper rivets
- Enamel-coated iron buttons
- Selvage cotton twill inner pockets
- "Vanishing West" red tab
- Cinch back design
- Once Washed (minimal shrinkage expected)
- High rise/Classic Straight fit
- Made In Japan
