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Field Notes

This 1941 model from The Vanishing West is a brilliant interpretation of the iconic WWII model. It is a regular straight model with a mid rise and a button fly, it sits comfortably on the waist and goes straight down from the knee, leaving a perfect vintage silhouette.

Because of its WWII history, design elements have been included to stay faithful to the jeans of the time, including a cinched back and iron rivets which have then been plated with copper, including one on the crotch.  The jeans are constructed from a textured, 14oz denim, and are pre-rinsed to minimise shrinkage!

  • Rise

    High

  • Material

    14oz 'XX' Denim, 100% Cotton

  • Fit

    Traditional top block with a roomy thigh and loose straight leg

  • Made In

    Japan

  • Product Code

    2422022

Fit & Sizing

Fitting

Small

This garment fits small, we recommend sizing up

Garment Care

How to Wash
Step 1

When you’re ready to wash your jeans, button the fly and turn them inside out. Doing up the fly ensures the jeans maintain their shape, and turning them inside out avoids unwanted marks from the washing machine drum on the indigo.

Step 2

Place the jeans in your washing machine with neutral detergent, and set them on a non/low-spin wash at cold–20 degrees for raw, or up to 30 degrees for pre-washed. High spin may cause unwanted 'lightning fades', and washing too hot can cause excess shrinkage, so it’s important to follow these steps carefully!

Step 3

Once your jeans are done washing, hang them somewhere safe and allow them to air dry. Putting your jeans in a tumble dryer has a high chance of degrading the fabric and misshaping your jeans. Make sure wherever you hang them has proper drainage, as you’ll be expecting some indigo runoff.

Freewheelers & Co

Unparalleled detail

Embodying the spirit of the American frontier, Freewheelers & Co craft their garments with a level of detail and care which is almost unparalleled. Pulling design elements from across the 20th century, the brand creates luxuriously thick deck and flight jackets, intricately sewn work-shirts, classic cut jeans, and much more. In fact, several sub-labels divide the collection into distinct periods, so there’s a plethora to choose from.

Manufactured by

Freewheelers & Co

Price

£399

Description

The Vanishing West 601XX 1942 Wide Straight Jean - One Wash

Size: W30/L32
In Stock
Free Chain Stitch Shortening

As the first business to revive retail chain stitching in the UK, we proudly offer a complimentary specialist hemming service using the widely regarded Union Special 43200G Chain Stitch Machine on our jeans. We can also alter trousers using a classic lockstitch machine, ensuring that the hem-depth and/or turn-up are kept as close as possible to the original finish. One of our experienced tailors will work on your jeans or trousers by hand to guarantee an ideal fit.

Terms of Service

  • All altered items are non-refundable.
  • This service may incur a delivery delay of one working day.
  • If you are unsure on expected shrinkage, please contact Customer Care.

Delivery

Free Delivery on orders over £150

Returns

Easy returns through our online portal

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Freewheelers & Co The Vanishing West 601XX 1942 Wide Straight Jean - One Wash

Freewheelers & Co

The Vanishing West 601XX 1942 Wide Straight Jean - One Wash