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Browse all Re/Done jeans →80s Repaired Selvidge Levi's 501 -#118
The verdict
Buy only if you value archival authenticity and are comfortable with visible mends; this is a collectible piece, not everyday wear.
Fit
Authentic 1980s 501 geometry—high rise, straight leg, rigid through the knee. This will have little give initially and may bag at the knees with wear. Size one down from your current jean.
Quality
Genuine vintage Levi's with original selvidge and construction, enhanced by Re/Done's expert repair work. The mended areas will remain visible and add character, but the overall jean is structurally sound.
Is the price fair?
At 845 USD, this is positioning as a rare vintage piece with curatorial markup. The price reflects scarcity and restoration labor, not raw material—a collector's premium.
Best for
Denim collectors and enthusiasts willing to wear and appreciate visible repairs as design features, not quick fashion.
Care
Wash very infrequently (annual or less) and by hand; air dry flat. Vintage selvidge deteriorates with harsh treatment.
How this take was made: generated from this listing and Re/Done's track record in this line — we haven't hand-tested this exact item, and we never invent specs we can't verify. Price is pulled from the store and may drift. How we review →