Levi'sMen's 505 Regular Fit Jeans (Also Available in Big & Tall)

I absolutely hate buying Levi's 505s from Amazon. The size inconsistencies is ridiculous! I had to create an Excel spreadsheet to keep track to see what could be causing such inconsistencies and AFAICT, it depends on the countries of origin, as each country seems to use a different pattern to create the 505s, even for the same color/style! If you want a nice, comfy fit, you need to hope that Amazon sends you jeans made in Pakistan, Mexico, and China. If you want a tighter fit, hope that your jeans are made in Lesotho, Egypt, or Haiti. (Exception, Solid Black will be tight no matter what, that's just the style) I came up with this conclusion after purchasing dozens of 505s from regular Amazon and Prime Wardrobe, and returning the ones I didn't like. Not exactly scientific, but it's what I found so far. Because I can't choose the country of origin on Amazon, and because these Levi's size inconsistencies even exist in the first place, I give this entire product/experience 1 star because it sucks.

WTF Levi's, WTF. I've bought and worn 505s for decades and have always been more than satisfied. I received these and right away noticed something wrong. They didn't feel right. Upon putting a pair on, as someone else posted, it felt like I was wearing light Khakis. Not not LL Bean's Khakis either, Khakis from Target.I checked the labels of these 505s with my previous purchase and they were made in the same factory.Whereas previous pairs of 505s were typically 12-14 oz. denim these felt more like 6-8 oz.After a bit of research I'm not the only one that has come to this conclusion.And why the hell did Levi's LOWER the waistband??????After a bit more research I found that Wangler still males a lot of there jeans with 12-14 oz. denim. Bought some, love them.Goodby Levi's, hello Wangler.Update. I bought some 505s direct from Levi's and they are everything I expected. The only conclusion I can come to is the pairs I bought from Amazon were,counterfeit.

Add me to the list of folks giving 1 star to what was a 5 star product, and I'll be returning these. The denim and construction are as good as ever, the fit is not as comfy but probably acceptable, belt loops also a step in the wrong direction - but inch and a half shorter pockets? Are you mad? Jeans are supposed to be practical, and decent pockets for guys to carry stuff in has always been part of that. In particular, I've always kept my phone in a front pocket, since I don't like cracked screens, and my regular (not plus) iPhone 6 just barely fits now. Phones are getting bigger, not smaller, and I don't think I'm unusual in not carrying my phone in a back pocket.Levi's, if you're listening - I have literally never bought another brand of jeans since the late 60's - and that was growing up in Ireland where they were harder to find and a bit pricy. I intend to see if I can find one of your styles that is close to the 505 but with proper pockets, if not I guess I'll break down and try another brand. And let me know if you intend to revisit this 505 redesign and right the wrongs.

I'm a simple man. I like well-made stuff that lasts forever. I don't care where it comes from, and I'll spend for perfection. I like classic, rugged things that respect a legacy of craftsmanship, rather than dance for the flighty whim of style. Always thought the 505s and 501s were that, 'sfar as jeans went, but I'm learning I'm wrong, or more likely, something's changed.First, I can't wrap my head around the colors. Classic blue with yellow stitches looks as good as ever, but be real careful you don't end up with crotch whiskers or whatever they're called. You might also get food coloring grass stains. These are earned defects in a good pair of jeans, not borrowed from the labor of another. I had a pair of old 501s that ended up looking like today's super hip fakies after I'd worn them for a decade and aged them to perfection, but today they'd look like I grabbed them off the shelf that way. This leads me to quality. I'm in my third pair of 505's in as many years, and am here on Amazon reviewing them because this morning, I noticed a hole in the crotch. Yes, I'm hard on jeans, but, well, they're jeans. I don't wear them just to look awesome, that's a passive benefit. I wear them to protect everything from my flesh to my sensibilities, and I have to say I'm dismayed that the only way to get a perfectly aged set of denim these days is to buy them that way, for they'll fall apart long before you have a say in it.So let's talk fit and style. I'm a jeans guy. 32x32. It's almost a cliche. I like jeans I can pair with cowboy boots, lace ups, oxfords, and sneakers, topped with everything from button-downs to tee shirts, and the 501's and 505's both fit the bill, but it's the subtle misses that bug me. Like, why only five belt loops? Seven would do a much better job of keeping your jeans in place without stressing your belt or the form of the jeans waist. Speaking of waist, why on earth do these sit where they do? If you're a man with neither a belly nor a greased six-pack, the waist is ridiculous. I want it just at my waist, above my hips, because, imagine this, I do more in jeans than stand. I sit, from bike seats to barstools and on all sorts of other things. I kneel. Sometimes I'm even lying down or doing some weird halfsie position, and I don't need my belt digging into my stomach or my shirt coming untucked or the back dipping down to show the world my johnnies. All these problems are solved with a slightly higher waist.Look, I know the kids like what they like --nifty tears and low rises and fits best for slouching-- and bully for them. For your classic, western styled man --and I don't mean western like bolo ties, but more like Americana; boots and jeans and leather-- these are no longer the ubiquitous solution they once were. Bottom line, they're fine for style, but for lifestyle? That's a negative, good buddy. I'll keep an eye out for a new model. Maybe as trends go back to the old school, Levi's will make a jean more fit for me. Wish they'd stick with it regardless of what the fashion is. Introduce new jeans and new numbers but keep your classics classic. Until then, I'm on the scout for a new jean.Update: Unable to find another jean and needing a new pair badly for an upcoming event, I bought my old standby, but got a different color; "Range", whatever that means. These are made in Lesotho. It's in Africa, before you ask... I know because I had to look it up. They fit unlike any other Levi's I have ever nor currently own. They are basically "skinny" through the thigh, slightly flared at the leg, and the seat is basically too tight to sit in. Same 32x32 I always buy and still wear, same 505s, and completely, utterly a different jean. What on Earth is with Levi's? Quality control is gone, attention to detail, gone. I should have listened to myself and skipped them. I'll return them and continue my hunt for an acceptable replacement. Am I alone in thinking that I'd rather pay twice and get a better jean?

The jeans arrived faster than expected, which was great. I bought them as an alternative to the button fly 501s as my husband could no longer manage the buttons. They have elastane in the material which makes them softer than the 501s and they become a bit looser throughout the day so a belt is required which isn’t ideal. However on the whole, nice jeans .Also just received an import tax bill from FedEx ... for goods imported from the USA..sorry won’t be ordering these again.

Bought these jeans as a gift for my husband. So pleased to actually find some Levi 505’s as these are my husbands favourite fitting jeans, not too tight & comfy although not many places seem to sell them these days. The price was also excellent & as always with Levi’s the quality is good. The delivery took several weeks to arrive but we knew this when ordering & they actually arrived before the projected arrival date. Would certainly recommend & purchase from this Company again.

this is the first time I have bought Levi jeans and will never forget the day they arrived wore them out shopping lovely fit and comfortable. Finished shopping and like an idiot I fell over landed on both knees looked at the jeans not any damage (phew) the jeans were fine! me however I broke my ankle!

I bought 3 pairs of Levis 505 Regulars nearly 10 years ago whilst in the States visiting family. Finally I needed to start replacing them as they're begining to fray and I'm getting a bit larger (I went from 32 to 34 waist)!! So I bought a pair from an Amazon supplier. Apart from the label theses Levis bear no resembalance to my old pairs. They too long in the leg, the seart and crotch area are very baggy and the material is heavy and uncomfortable. For the price paid I expected the right fit at least, let alone comfort. Beware.......

Good fit as expected, nice jeans.Arrived sooner than expected but unfortunately wasn't expecting to have to pay £17 in postage to Royal Mail before the item could be delivered.It said Free Delivery in the description.