These 501s earn a perfect score from me. They may not be selvedge or the 90s fit, but the price is excellent and the quality is exactly what you want from the original. The leather patch on the back is genuine, which is something I always appreciate. You can spot the cheaper versions in discount stores because the materials and details feel off, but that is not the case here. These feel like the real deal the moment you pick them up. There is a reason the 501 is the most iconic jean in history. The fit, the durability, and the straightforward style have stood the test of time. These are no exception. I could easily live in them. They capture everything that makes Levi’s what it is and deliver a pair of jeans that is as dependable as it is classic.