Killer jeans.
This dark, rugged fading—it only happens because of this size.
It’s just too cool.
I’ve been wearing vintage Levi’s and APC since I was in high school, but honestly, you won't get this look—the way the stress is applied—unless you wear them slim.
In particular, you really can only find this kind of fading on vintage pieces.
I picked these up on a recent buying trip. The schedule was incredibly tight, and I didn't have time to check every detail, but when I got back to Prague and took a slow look, I thought, "Hmm??"
I noticed something was a bit off. When I first bought them, I was beyond thrilled, thinking they were a 505 Big E with a selvedge seam based on the details. "Yes!" I thought.
Because, originally, the 505 doesn't have a red selvedge.
But with the V-stitch behind the button, the zipper used, that rugged fading, and various other details, it feels like a mix—almost like the 551ZXX, which was the predecessor.
My guess is that these were produced around 1967, during the transition period from the 551ZXX to the 505.
The very first of the 505s.
Actually, double-name 551ZXX and 505 Big E models did exist during that transitional phase, and given the missing paper patch and the lack of selvedge on the inside of the coin pocket, I believe this is one of those transitional pairs.
Regardless, it's a rare specimen.
The fading and sizing are perfect.
This rugged tapered cut—a vintage pair you can wear like skinny jeans. Love.
There is some damage to the seat and the front waist pockets, but please, bear with it.
I’d say the condition is quite good; there’s still plenty of life in them.
This is my sixth year running TOTO, and I’ve finally managed to stock a pair that truly satisfies me.
I’m really happy.
If the size fits, don't miss out.
Washed once
Model height - 174cm man
Material - Cotton
Size - Fits like w29-30
Measurement on flat - (cm)
Waist 76
the Rise 27
thickness of thigh 28.5
Inseam 72
hem-width 18
Condition - Tear in the seat, some missing stitches on the front waist pocket, and repair at the crotch.
