Grail Find Of The Day ;

-Sun. 11/11/2018

Made In USA, Selvedge Denim Levis 501 Custom Taper

https://www.ebay.com/itm/183513702364?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649

So here is an easy one, classic menswear, epitome of the perfect jean. Not only is Levi's a well known brand, this is the pinnacle of their quality line, Modern Fit, Redline Selvedge denim sourced from White Oak, the last Renaming Denim Mill in The US that still produces denim on vintage narrow shuttle looms.

501's traditionally feature a straight leg cut, however the CT series gives it a nice modern tapered fit. Great to pair with Chelsea boots.

Quick entry from Wikipedia for those who aren't super familiar with Selvedge Denim.

Selvedge denim refers to a unique type of selvedge that is made by passing one continuous cross-yarn (the weft) back and forth through the vertical warp beams. This is traditionally finished at both edges with a contrasting warp (most commonly red); that is why this type of denim is sometimes referred to as "red selvedge." This method of weaving the selvage is possible only when using a shuttle loom.

Shuttle looms weave a narrower 30-inch fabric, which is on average half the width of modern shuttleless Sulzer looms. Consequently, a longer piece of fabric is required to make a pair of jeans from selvedge denim (approximately three yards).

To maximize yield, most jeans are made from wide denim and have a straight outseam that utilizes the full width of the fabric, including the edges. Selvedge denim has come to be associated with premium quality jeans, which show the finished edges from the loom rather than the overlocked edges that are shown on other jeans.

 **Generally feature higher ounce denim per yard, thicker and longer lasting than non-selvedge jeans**

Solid pickup if you're a 34 inch waist.

Style these long in the inseam so you can cuff at the bottom of your leg to show off this beautiful redline from White Oak.