1953-55 Levi’s 503ZXX Hidden Rivets ‘Jerky’ Patch

Latest online pickup, a pair of Levi’s 503 Z XX dating between 1953-55. The Z in the lot number stands for Zipper fly, not to be confused with the Lot 503 B XX (Button fly) as shown in Vintage Denim by David Little. Has all the classic features, off center back belt loop, hidden rivets, did have jerky patch (pre 1955) but does have double sided red tab (post 1953).

Conmar Zipper

Jerky Patch

Hidden rivets, snap top button and also notice v-stich at top button.

Hidden Rivets Stamped 15

Top button very similar to the 60’s 302 boys jeans.

Match pocket rivet front

and back

Selvage

Idea of scale

The 503 B XX pair shown in Vintage denim by David Little