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post #17731 of 19519
4/26/12 at 11:15am
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Reading through some other posts it sounded like APC NS, Nudie Sharp Bengt, Eternal 811, or 3sixteen SL-100x might work (it's going to take a while before I learn all of these names).  Would you recommend any of these, or something different?  What size would you recommend based on how much they will stretch with wear and eventually shrink with wash?
I wouldn't go for Nudie unless that's the only thing you can find that fits you. The models you mentioned are slim straight, except for Nudie which has a more relaxed top block. If you're looking at the lower end of jeans then I'm not sure where you added a brand like Eternal into the mix, although it is a good brand. There's a thread for under $200 jeans that you can look at, but it comes down to if you're looking to pay retail vs ebay, what fit thinks works best for you, etc. Best bet is to measure out jeans you have now and compare them to posted measurements of the models you listed.

It's also impossible to tell you which size to get because sizing completely varies from brand to brand. Worry about nailing down a specific model first.
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I am having trouble finding anything with an 11" or higher rise, anyone know of anything?
Measurements don't stay static across the board, but if you're looking for higher rise jeans then you need to look at older brands or repros like LVC, Lee 101z/101b, Sugarcane, etc.
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post #17732 of 19519
4/26/12 at 6:43pm
To be clear, a large ass requires a higher rise to not be tight in the crotch, is that correct?
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post #17733 of 19519
4/26/12 at 6:47pm

 

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To be clear, a large ass requires a higher rise to not be tight in the crotch, is that correct?

 

Sort of... Front rise is nearly irrelevant, what will be important there is the back rise, the waist/how you want to wear it, and the amount of room in the seat/thigh.  So you can wear a low-rise jean slung really low on your hips and it will look fine but the same jean would be far too tight worn higher, or you can just get a pair with a roomier thigh and higher rear rise.

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post #17734 of 19519
4/26/12 at 6:48pm
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Originally Posted by Foxtrot56 View Post

To be clear, a large ass requires a higher rise to not be tight in the crotch, is that correct?

Not necessarily. Something like Naked & Famous Weird Guys don't really work for my fat bum since it's too tight on a size 32 in the butt area but 33/34 give me major diaper butt. However RRLs low straights fit great even though rise isn't that high
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post #17735 of 19519
4/26/12 at 8:13pm
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Yes, a pic would be helpful. But I think the easiest way -- assuming they're not vintage -- is to see where they were made. Levis has made selvage in 2 places recently - USA and Mexico. I found a pair of BNWOT hecho en Mexico 501s for $20 at a thrift sale a few months ago. I think they retailed at $98 whereas the MiUSA ones are $178.
(If they're really vintage, and a size 32, I'll take them off your hands for %10 over what you paid...just trying to help here...)smile.gif

the tag says made in usa, they are 34x30. here is a picture:
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post #17736 of 19519
4/26/12 at 10:32pm

 

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Are you sure they weren't cords? Levis 514 corduroy are 61/39. And they suck. I bought a pair last year and they wore thru in about 30 wears. Levi's mainline just pisses me off so much.

 

 



Ya know, I think you may be right. Apparently I can't tell the difference between jeans and cords. But yeah, they're going away soon.

Very soon

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post #17737 of 19519
4/26/12 at 10:45pm
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the tag says made in usa, they are 34x30. here is a picture:
That's a pretty good find. Probably LVC judging by what appears to be hidden back rivets, the fact that they're shrink to fit (XX) selvage, and the Big E tag. Who knows which model, though. Could be '47 since it's arguably the most popular model. If you looked at the tag inside, it'd say for sure.
Edited by whodini - 4/26/12 at 10:55pm
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post #17738 of 19519
4/26/12 at 10:57pm
what will the tag inside say? there is no other tag but the "made in usa" tag. i got them for $15, not bad huh?



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Originally Posted by whodini View Post

That's a pretty good find. Probably LVC judging by what appears to be hidden back rivets, the fact that they're shrink to fit (XX) selvage, and the Big E tag. Who knows which model, though. Could be '47 since it's arguably the most popular model. If you looked at the tag inside, it'd say for sure.
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post #17739 of 19519
4/26/12 at 11:16pm
Yea, the arcs on the back pocket is similar to the 1947. But there's a reason why it's so cheap, the inseam is unforgiving 30" and would shrink to 27" after wash/soak. Never wash or turn into shorts...
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post #17740 of 19519
4/26/12 at 11:29pm
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Originally Posted by twocoloreyes View Post

what will the tag inside say? there is no other tag but the "made in usa" tag. i got them for $15, not bad huh?
Usually, the tag reads this: Warning: Spoiler! (Click to show)
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Originally Posted by entrero View Post

Yea, the arcs on the back pocket is similar to the 1947. But there's a reason why it's so cheap, the inseam is unforgiving 30" and would shrink to 27" after wash/soak. Never wash or turn into shorts...
I'm having a hard time finding STF LVC in a 30 inseam...
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post #17741 of 19519
4/26/12 at 11:34pm

I have a tailoring related question. I often see posts about warning against any work done on the waist of jeans. With a pair of Burberry jeans I really like they are a bit to large with a size 30" but a bit too small and ride me in the crotch at size 29". With an experienced tailor is it safe to go with a size 30 and have them slightly adjusted? If so is there a particular tailoring method I should avoid, etc when getting this adjustment? Tailoring is not a strong area for me but my in between frame for my waist often causes me this issue. Thanks!

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post #17742 of 19519
4/26/12 at 11:59pm
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Usually, the tag reads this: Warning: Spoiler! (Click to show)
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I'm having a hard time finding STF LVC in a 30 inseam...

this is what my tag looks like

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post #17743 of 19519
4/27/12 at 8:53am
That 30-inch inseam is odd. I don't believe the $178 MiUSA selvedge comes in 30, at least not listed on the Levi's site. Maybe it was an older release?

A 30-inch inseam for unsanforized denim is insane, as entrero and Whodini pointed out. Hmmm...bootleg? I love a good denim mystery.
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post #17744 of 19519
4/27/12 at 9:36am

Where can I find extra slimfit jeans (online or available in The Netherlands)?

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post #17745 of 19519
4/27/12 at 10:56am
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Originally Posted by JohnPhillips View Post

I have a tailoring related question.
The first recommendation is to pass on the jeans in favor of a pair that fit the way you like. Barring that, you should send them into a denim shop/tailor that has experience in this sort of thing. Barring that, you can take your chances with your local tailor assuming the work you want is minimal.
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That 30-inch inseam is odd. I don't believe the $178 MiUSA selvedge comes in 30, at least not listed on the Levi's site. Maybe it was an older release?
A 30-inch inseam for unsanforized denim is insane, as entrero and Whodini pointed out. Hmmm...bootleg? I love a good denim mystery.
You won't find it on the Levi's site because the $178 stuff is little e. The details I've pointed out show that this isn't the case. Either this is some random model/version that wasn't mass produced (again, I don't think I've ever seen or heard of a tagged 30" inseam on a STF pair of LVC) or it could even be a Thai fake.
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