Vintage 1976 Original Levis 517 USA Made Bootcut 15 Stud Code Denim Pants W34 L32

Condition:
Excellent vintage condition. Denim shows authentic wear consistent with age, with no holes, major stains, or structural damage. Natural fading and minor signs of wear are part of the garment’s vintage character.

Size:
Tagged W34 L32

Waist Measurement:
34 inches

Inseam:
32 inches

• These vintage Levi’s 517 bootcut jeans date to circa February 1976 and represent a classic example of mid-1970s Levi’s U.S. denim production. Featuring the iconic 517-0217 style code, this pair showcases the timeless bootcut silhouette that became synonymous with 1970s American style.

  Made in the USA, these jeans were produced during the period when Levi’s U.S. denim was primarily sourced from domestic American mills, including long-standing suppliers such as Cone Mills. While Levi’s did not label fabric origins at the time, the denim weight, construction, and overall finish are consistent with U.S. Levi’s production from this era.

  Period-correct details include a TALON 42 zipper, chain-stitched waistband, classic arcuate back pocket stitching, and a red tab with registered trademark. The waistband button is stamped with a “15” factory code, a production identifier used on Levi’s hardware during the 1970s. This number relates to manufacturing batches or factories and is not a size indicator, but is consistent with U.S.-made Levi’s from this period.

  A highly wearable and collectible pair, ideal for vintage Levi’s collectors, fans of 1970s denim, and anyone seeking authentic American workwear with enduring style.

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  Details

  • Vintage Levi’s 517 bootcut jeans

  • Circa mid-1970s (1976 production)

  • Style code: 517-0217

  • Made in the USA

  • Denim produced during Levi’s U.S. domestic mill era

  • Waist button stamped “15” (factory production code)

  • TALON 42 zipper

  • Red tab with ®

  • Chain-stitched waistband

  • Non-selvedge denim (correct for model and period)

Please note:
This is a genuine vintage garment. Signs of age, subtle fading, and minor variations in stitching, tags, or hardware are natural and expected. These characteristics add to the authenticity and individuality of the piece and are not considered faults. Small imperfections are not reasons for return.