Vintage WWII 1941 Levi ' S 506xx Type 1 Denim Jacket Big E Pin - Teeth Silver Buckle
Item History & Price
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Up for auction is this authentic vintage Type I 506XX Levi's jacket in excellent condition. This is a First Edition jacket from World War II, made in the 1941-1943 period, probably in 1941 based on the current's owner's knowledge of this jacket. It is only lightly worn, as you can see from the photos. This jacket belonged to the current owner's mother, who moved to Long Beach, CA, from C...hicago, IL, in 1939. She bought this jacket after her move to California.
According to one source, the denim used in the Type I jackets "was made of 9oz. unsanforized Amoskeag Manufacturing Company double heavy extra strong quality, " which explains the "XX" ("The History + Original Vintage Levi's 506XX Jacket, " by Wouter Munnichs, 29 April 2017, from the Long John website). There is no doubt that this is an authentic Levi's jacket and not a reproduction. See the features listed below.
Fit is Ladies Medium, but is probably literally a Mens Small. The leather size label has worn off, but this jacket is close to the size of the current owner's 1971 jacket, which says 36R.
Features demonstrating that this is an authentic Levi's WWII jacket
One left chest pocket without the flapKnife pleatsSelvedge detail inside the front plackets
Riveted pocket and cuff ventsRiveted cinch back/buckle back at lower center back, with silver slider and two pin teethRivets all marked "L.S. & CO - S.F." on jacket interior
Donut buttons with laurel leaf design, signifying "peace"Only 4 buttons, not 5
Red label with Capital "E, " without "R, " and "LEVIS" only on one sideLight yellow accent stitchingBack of the buttons: See the photo added 11/25/2020
Approximate Measurements
Shoulder to shoulder: 17 1/2"Pit to pit (measured across the back): 22"Pit to pit (measured across the front): 21"
Sleeve length from shoulder seam: 21 1/4"Jacket length from collar seam to bottom hem: 21 1/2"
See seller's notes for specific comments on condition. Upon seeing this jacket, it is hard to believe this gem is more than 75 years old! It looks like it has barely been worn. What a find!
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Please review all photos, which are part of the description. If you want more pics, do let me know. Ask any questions you have before bidding so that you will have all the information you need to be confident about your purchase. Please note that I do not accept returns.
This magnificent jacket will ship within the U.S. via FedEx at no cost to you. I will use the Global Shipping Program for delivery outside of the United States, with an additional shipping option to Canada. International buyer pays for all international shipping/customs fees.
Thank you for your interest, and please check out my other items for sale!
Up for auction is this authentic vintage Type I 506XX Levi's jacket in excellent condition. This is a First Edition jacket from World War II, made in the 1941-1943 period, probably in 1941 based on the current's owner's knowledge of this jacket. It is only lightly worn, as you can see from the photos. This jacket belonged to the current owner's mother, who moved to Long Beach, CA, from C...hicago, IL, in 1939. She bought this jacket after her move to California.
According to one source, the denim used in the Type I jackets "was made of 9oz. unsanforized Amoskeag Manufacturing Company double heavy extra strong quality, " which explains the "XX" ("The History + Original Vintage Levi's 506XX Jacket, " by Wouter Munnichs, 29 April 2017, from the Long John website). There is no doubt that this is an authentic Levi's jacket and not a reproduction. See the features listed below.
Fit is Ladies Medium, but is probably literally a Mens Small. The leather size label has worn off, but this jacket is close to the size of the current owner's 1971 jacket, which says 36R.
Features demonstrating that this is an authentic Levi's WWII jacket
One left chest pocket without the flapKnife pleatsSelvedge detail inside the front plackets
Riveted pocket and cuff ventsRiveted cinch back/buckle back at lower center back, with silver slider and two pin teethRivets all marked "L.S. & CO - S.F." on jacket interior
Donut buttons with laurel leaf design, signifying "peace"Only 4 buttons, not 5
Red label with Capital "E, " without "R, " and "LEVIS" only on one sideLight yellow accent stitchingBack of the buttons: See the photo added 11/25/2020
Approximate Measurements
Shoulder to shoulder: 17 1/2"Pit to pit (measured across the back): 22"Pit to pit (measured across the front): 21"
Sleeve length from shoulder seam: 21 1/4"Jacket length from collar seam to bottom hem: 21 1/2"
See seller's notes for specific comments on condition. Upon seeing this jacket, it is hard to believe this gem is more than 75 years old! It looks like it has barely been worn. What a find!
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Please review all photos, which are part of the description. If you want more pics, do let me know. Ask any questions you have before bidding so that you will have all the information you need to be confident about your purchase. Please note that I do not accept returns.
This magnificent jacket will ship within the U.S. via FedEx at no cost to you. I will use the Global Shipping Program for delivery outside of the United States, with an additional shipping option to Canada. International buyer pays for all international shipping/customs fees.
Thank you for your interest, and please check out my other items for sale!
