It's not Amazon's fault.

Levi's has myriad different levels of quality, now. 501's are *not* what they were when one could only buy the "raw" cloth type, and had to wash 'em five times before they were comfortable. Levis, especially 501s, are best purchased in a brick-and-mortar store, preferably a high-quality one, than they are on-line. We've found some great buys at stores where we could examine the merchandise.

Late to the party with this review. The pair I bought from Amazon has recently worn out; as a hole appeared in a rather compromising (crotch) part of the pants. Not like the Levi's I know and love... I threw them away, and it made me feel wasteful.