Levi's Classic 505 Jeans Are Selling for Under $35 on Amazon
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Why We Love This Deal
I wear jeans most days. They’ve always been the pants I’ve felt most comfortable in, and Levi’s jeans have been my go-to for decades. While I did go through a slim-fit phase for a few years, these days I’m a big fan of Levi’s 505, a classic pair with a regular fit.
While scanning deals in Amazon’s Big Spring Sale, which runs now until March 31, I was thrilled to see the 505 pop up with a major discount. If you’re in the market for some fresh denim, run, don’t walk: This is the best deal on the internet for this coveted Levi's icon.
As usual with apparel and footwear on Amazon, the exact price for the Levi’s 505 Regular Fit Jeans depends on the size and colorway (er, wash) you choose, but most options are available for around $32. That’s a hefty 57% discount from the 505’s normal MSRP of $75, and it beats the sale price at both Levi’s and Kohl’s. In addition, the iconic Levi’s 501 is also on sale for a similar price during the spring sale.
Levi’s 505 Regular Fit Jeans, From $32 (was $75) on Amazon
What Shoppers Should Know
- Colorways Available: 26
- Sizes Available: 29-50W, Big & Tall sizes available as well
- Material: 100% cotton or 99% cotton, 1% elastane (varies by colorway)
- Fit: Straight leg, regular fit
- Fly: Zipper
The 505 was introduced in 1967. Like the iconic 501, Levi’s original model, it has a regular fit with a straight-cut leg; the main difference is that the 505 has a zipper fly rather than buttons.
One important note: Some colorways are 100% cotton, and others are cotton blended with elastane. I’d highly recommend choosing a 100% cotton option. The all-cotton jeans will be more durable (I’ve sworn off “stretch” jeans after two pairs practically disintegrated in less than a year). And since the 505 has a relatively roomy fit, you really don’t need the extra stretch from the elastane.
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What Reviewers Are Saying
Clear confirmation the 505 is a classic: These jeans have racked up over 10,000 five-star reviews on Amazon. Shoppers praised their “excellent quality” construction, especially compared to other jeans on the market—one noted they’re “way better than Wrangler.”
Many also commented on the 505’s handsome aesthetic, saying the jeans have a spot-on Americana look and are easy to dress up or down, depending on the wash you choose. Bottom line: You can’t go wrong with these classic jeans. “Every guy should own at least two pairs of these,” one reviewer said.
My Honest Thoughts
The 505 is my go-to pair of jeans, and I find that they fit true to size. I’m 5-foot-7 and weigh around 150 pounds, and the 505s in 31x30 fit me perfectly—snug around the waist but not too tight, and the 30-inch length leaves enough room to wear the jeans cuffed.
The regular fit offers a little room in the thigh, so the jeans feel comfortable and offer good freedom of movement without the skin-tight look and feel of slim fit jeans. Even with the extra room, I don't find them to be overly baggy. In my opinion, when wearing them, they seem like a classic pair of American jeans, something James Dean or Steve McQueen would wear.
At over half off, this deal on the Levi's 505 is a rare chance to score genuine Levi’s jeans at bargain bin prices and a great way to refresh your denim lineup ahead of spring. Don’t miss out: Lay claim to your pair before this Big Spring Sale deal expires on March 31.