How To Identify Orange Tab Levi's: Levi's Vintage Series

[@PocketUau]

I bought Orange Tab 512’s from ‘92 today, and I don’t see any drop in quality. The stitching and construction is rock solid, with really nice rivets all around. Thing is, the denim is twice as thick as anything I’ve ever worn, more than my denim jacket. I don’t know the weight of the fabric but it’s definitely a heavyweight denim. Crazy quality compared to today.

[@PrinceShakurYoutube]

Wow. Went home and my mom gave me some Levis left there and realized I have an orange tab of 565 jeans that I've always loved! So cool

[@manguydude905]

Iv always loved the vintage orange tab! Especially the jackets

[@jillgreene4878]

Thanks for sharing all your research of Levi’s.

[@ryanmaybee8143]

i have 2 pairs of orange tab 517s and a pair of wide leg orange tab 565 shorts, love em all

[@tawneypeterson5014]

Hey thanks for all the great info. I’m wondering if you’ve ever run into a fabric patch orange tab Probably from the 90?

[@LootFam]

Could you send me a photo to [e-mail]?

I saw a shirt jacket Levi’s, Orange tab big E for $50 with a great condition. Should I buy it?

[@LootFam]

That seems like a great price!

[@jakejones6056]

Canadian GenXer here... Growing up, all of our orange tab Levi's were made right here in Canada. 👍🏼

[@josiahtombley58]

Super helpful! Been searching for info on the orange tabs!

[@LootFam]

Glad I could help!

[@coleensfamilyvlogscoleenin8489]

Solid levis orange tab limited edition , levis lover here , plz mention me in your next vlog thankz

[@renatodelagarza2214]

I found some orange tab Levi's jeans, but with no Levi's patch on the rear belt line. And also in the inner white care tag it has. Black batwing Levi's on it.. made in Guatemala. Oh and it has a yellow stapled tag on the front button hole with numbers 4493. Tried to research but couldn't find nothing.

[@christianpaulmoriente5735]

I bought an orange tab 634 for only $8 here in the Philippines. I saw on its label that it was Made in Canada in 1992. Good condition and 100% cotton. is the orange tab vintage? is it worth it? is the 634 unisex?

[@SusanWorman]

Josh, I have a pair of Levi's white tab, Made in Hong Kong. I am thinking they are 60's, they are women's. I can only find information regarding the white tab used in the 60's and 70s, and they were sold at Miltary bases. Can you give me any information to help me out. Thank you in advance. Susan

[@LootFam]

Could you send me some photos to [e-mail]?

[@vinsnan6259]

How can I tell the year on a pair of orange tab jeans. The right back pocket has a patch that says HARDWEAR JEANS. Thanks in advance.

[@LootFam]

You can check out some of my other videos on how to date levis. You can also send me some photos to [e-mail] and I can take a look

[@mcat6799]

Hi, I have a pair of women's Levi's 633 with a tab that has orange lettering. The tag is whittish orange? Is that an orange tag? thanks ps the pants are made in Canada and there is a care tag

[@LootFam]

Could you email me some photos to [e-mail]

[@_The_Worst_]

It was still a quality line, it was just built for fashion instead of rugged working...💯✔

[@RobertaTack-gy9xw]

I have a pair of orange tab Levi's. The print is worn off of the labels. The only word I can make out is "loose". Would you know the number?

[@LootFam]

I believe it’s probably a 960. The orange tab variant of the 560 which was the loose style.

[@lutherfox5744]

Saw a pair of Levi's that piqued my interest. They're a pair of Orange Tab 505 0917 from 1979. But I don't know how I feel about Poly-Cotton blends. Are they considered worthwhile investments?

[@LootFam]

Not generally. In flare or bellbottom form they do decent, but not really in the straight leg designs. If it's cheap enough I'd pick it up. Thanks for watching!

[@jmurphy2219]

might seem like a silly question but... what is the difference between a pair of 20505 and 40505 orange tab levi's... both are usa made 505s with orange tabs

[@LootFam]

So this is a topic of some debate. It seems like at different times the fore numbers to the lot number meant different things. 20 was mostly men’s jeans. 40 sometimes seems to have meant women’s or student sizes. But it’s not entirely clear to me yet.

[@luispagan6621]

Just got into collecting denim and I found two orange tab Levi's, the jacron on the back is black with silver lettering and they have an inside patch saying "611" levi's fit guide and another saying "686" with the same saying. Trying to date them and figure out if their authentic or not

[@LootFam]

Interesting! If you’d like you can send me pics of the jeans to [e-mail] and I’d love to help you figure them out.

[@faisalhashmi2797]

Kindly tell about Levis 507 bootcut jeans. Thank you

[@jareddollen1113]

Lootfam I need your help I picked up a Denim shirt The label is Levis Black the word black is written in Gold the tab is black with gold letters. it is a snap up but the snaps are just plain silver. I do not want to list this until I know exactly what it is???? Please help...

[@LootFam]

Could you send some photos to [e-mail]?

[@booksandpizza]

Hi! What about orange tab jeans that have a super dark brown back patch that says “America’s finest for over 140 years our two horse brand is your guarantee” I can’t find any info about them

[@LootFam]

Could you send me some photos to [e-mail]?

[@booksandpizza]

@@LootFam yep, just did !

[@legocat0306]

I actually found a pair of dead stock 646s in 30x34 (my size). I bought them immediately because it’s super hard to find my size in Levi’s bells (especially as good as these ones). I’m extremely happy!

[@LootFam]

Sick! Yeah, DS anything from that era is harder and harder to find. Great find!

[@legocat0306]

@@LootFam would you be able to tell me the information from the care tag? I know the fit number but idk about the date/year. 227 T 19 646 0217 6 2 520

[@LootFam]

@@legocat0306, could you send a picture of the tag to [e-mail]? It’s likely 1979-1982 based on what i see but i’d need to see the tag to be sure. Thanks!

[@deltadaun8300]

@@LootFam I have a pair of new orange tab 646 I am trying to date- Does the white inside label refer to the manufacture date? And.....the zipper says Levi’s🤷🏻‍♀️ thank you for the great helpful videos, I’ve subscribed👍🏻

[@heidimetsakyla1779]

Hi, would you have information on what to look for on the Orange tab ski line jackets to make sure they are authentic?

[@LootFam]

Nothing specific to the ski line, but there are some general orange tab things to look for. If you'd like you are welcome to email me some pictures at [e-mail]. Thanks!

[@HillmanMcMillan]

Sir, I have Levis Orange Tab 02571 made in China, is it original?

[@LootFam]

Most likely, just late era.

[@HillmanMcMillan]

@@LootFam thank you sir

[@veteransthatdump3295]

I have a pair of the orange tab line boot cut paint off jeans. what do I do wit it!

[@LootFam]

Well you can always wear it! or sell it! Haha. I'd love to see it! [e-mail]

[@zedrickagbayani2216]

Hello sir, how much vintage polo Ralph Lauren 1992 Stadium P Wing Shirt RRL Snow Beach CP 93 HI tech today?

[@2BTrue72]

Did they make Sherpa denim jackets too with orange tab?

[@LootFam]

Yes, they did!

[@2BTrue72]

@@LootFam can I send photos? And would you know anything about it?

[@joshliu9179]

That's a great video, thanks for making it. However, I found a Taiwan vintage seller who is selling a pair of 82's Levi's 40509 orange tab (by 532 factory) but I don't know anything about 509, can I send you the picture and consult more about it?

[@LootFam]

Sure thing! [e-mail]

[@ICYPROFITS]

I have that same carhartt jacket whats it worth

[@macy9941]

I have a pair of orange tab levis, but the back patch doesn't have the style number or size. There is a care tag but it's too faded to read

[@LootFam]

If you’d like send me some photos to [e-mail] and we can to sort it out. Thanks!

[@veronicaclemente3052]

I have an orange tab with no size on back patch. It doesnt have inside tags at all but its stamped what seems to say "IRREGULAR" on the inside? Do you know what this means I cant find anything online.

[@inui5488]

I found a pair of bootcut 517's on depop that says made in Mexico. Are they true vintage?

[@LootFam]

They could be though it’s less likely. Most of Mexican production occurred more recently than 20 years. If you’s like you can send me some photos to [e-mail] and ill take a look.

[@sonofammonite1714]

Great video! I was wondering if you had any info on big E orange tabs? I found a pair that's never been worn in dark denim with no back patch

[@LootFam]

Sure do! You can check out my playlist "Vintage Levi's Guide" for a bunch of videos on the subject or you can send me an email with some photos to [e-mail]. Thanks!

[@idfotou]

Are there orange tab Levi's with the @ symbol???

[@saigekennedyfinds2409]

Just came across your channel and love how informative it is! Do you have any knowledge about Levi’s jeans with a triangle patch on the left back pocket with the orange tab?

[@LootFam]

Possibly. Could you send me a photo of the pair you are referring to? [e-mail]. Thanks for watching!!

[@saigekennedyfinds2409]

@@LootFam Definitely, sending you pics now. Thanks!

[@sustainably_styled_squad4989]

Great video! I have a pair of Levi’s with a tan(?) tab with navy letters. Size 11 so I’m guess a junior size. I cant find much info as far as dating. Any ideas? Thanks 💚♻️

[@LootFam]

Could you send me some photos to [e-mail]? I'd love to take a look!

[@sustainably_styled_squad4989]

@@LootFam thanks! Just sent

[@edwindaweez]

How do the late 90s made in Mexico pairs compare to the US counterpart?

[@LootFam]

Honeslty, i don’t personally feel the quality shift until early 00s. For the most part the Mexican levis are pretty good up into the early 00s

[@robbiepalmer6494]

I have a pair with suspender buttons on them trying to find out the date

[@carlchavez6520]

i have a pair of orange tabs w the bat wing under the left pocket, however there is no back patch on the pants at all, i was wondering if there was any info on this, or if this is normal for orange tabs ?

[@LootFam]

This isn’t unusual. In fact, some orange tab jeans didn’t get a back patch in the first place, though it’s more common that the patch was removed. On the back side of the batwing logo tag there should be a 5 digit number followed by a 4 digit number, example: 20505-2117. The last three digits of the 5 digit number is the style number and the last 4 is the color code. So in my example the jeans would be 505s. Check the back of the care tag for that number and it should tell you what kind of jeans they are.

[@carlchavez6520]

@@LootFam ppreciate you 🙏🏽

[@chadley_cs2]

i found a pair of orange tabs but the brown waistline tag that shows the size is not there are they fakes?

[@LootFam]

Unlikely fake, they are probably just women’s jeans as levis didn’t include size on the back tag of womens jeans for a while.

[@chadley_cs2]

@@LootFam awesome thank you i really appreciate the quick reply!

[@colinbernard3542]

Are a pair of orange tab jeans with "every garment guaranteed" on the back patch real?

[@LootFam]

Yes! They started doing this in the mid 90s I believe.

[@indraasb3191]

I saw a levis 607 with orange tab in thrift shop, did levis really have a 607? Cuz i cant find a video about it

[@LootFam]

Yes, they did! It’s not a very common style, but i have seen it out there. Levis has made lots of different style lots numbers. I’m still finding some that i’ve never seen before.

[@indraasb3191]

@@LootFam thanks for the response! the tab also reversed, i think it's kinda unique to added to my collection.

[@kvi7878]

What about the 619? I really cannot find any info about this cut online.

[@LootFam]

I believe they are an Orange Tab bootcut variant of the 517. If you want you can send me some photos to [e-mail]. Thanks!

[@destinyreimer8602]

if mine are made in canada are they still vintage? the tags have the black wing and are plastic feeling. only one tag. i can’t tell which number would give me an estimate on age

[@LootFam]

Generally speaking, if they are made in Canada that is a sign they are vintage. Levis' moved production largely out of Canada sometime after the passing of NAFTA. Unfortunately, if your jeans are made in Canada the format of the care tags is different from the USA versions and don't always follow the same decoding format.

[@destinyreimer8602]

@@LootFam okay that’s great information! do you know how i could figure out when they were made then?

[@LootFam]

Yes, but I'd need to see your tag to be more certain. You can send a picture to my instagram @lootfamvtg or my email [e-mail].

[@destinyreimer8602]

@@LootFam i’ll do that right now. thank you!

[@Mgmg.mg574]

do you happen to know what the levis orange tab 506 are supposed to be loose fit? or straight fit

[@LootFam]

I believe they are straight leg, but slimmer. I could be wrong, i have found them once and I unfortunately don’t recall the cut style.

[@aaronknudson7666]

I just found a pair of Levi's in my attic. I cannot find them on line anywhere, but I think you held up a pair. Mine have no patch, no rivets, orange tab with only the "R". They clearly Never had a patch. Do you know anything about this?

[@LootFam]

Yes, this one be common for the levis orange tab line. If you'd like you can send me pictures to [e-mail] and I can take a look. Be sure to send front and back of any tags inside the garment. Thanks for watching!

[@buellryda]

Ok so I have a pair of orange tag but the belt line tag is batwing, not the 2 horses pulling on the jeans. Is there any way to personally email the content providers of videos directly.

[@LootFam]

Yes! [e-mail]

[@adolforangel1236]

i recently went thirft shopping and found an orange tab levis jeans but what caught my eyes on these specific pair was that it had two orange tab levis tabs. On the right and the left? Are these fake or real? And what does it mean to have two orange tabs? if anyone know please inform me thank you.

[@atkinsintexas]

So helpful. Thanks!

[@eileensimpson3725]

Hi guys I love your videos and always look forward to watching your finds. I have a question about Levis maybe you would help me know their value? I have spent a great deal of time watching and reading about Levis. However after all that I still can't determine what I found a couple weeks ago. I think they were produced in sept of 97 but not sure. They also have a logo tag and not the levis tag along with a made in USA paper tag. Is there any way you guys might know their value? Either way thanks for the great videos.

[@LootFam]

Can you send me a photos of those areas to [e-mail]. I'd love to take a look. thanks for watching!

[@eileensimpson3725]

@@LootFam Hi I sure can, Thanks so much

[@mandiobrien433]

I have a pair of orange tab little levis size 0 18"w 9.5"L and I haven't sewn another pair. These specific jeans have been worn by over 20 babies and are still going strong lol.

[@LootFam]

Oh my! That's incredible!

[@mandiobrien433]

@LootFam absolutely!! My mom bought them in 1983 for my brother's first birthday, and after he outgrew them, they got passed around. Every child in the family has worn them, and they still look good. No fraying or tears or even thinning of the denim. Levi's made some quality jeans lol

[@LootFam]

​@@mandiobrien433 Waaaiit. Over 20 babies? How many children did your mom have? haha.

[@mandiobrien433]

@@LootFam lmfao only 4... they were passed around the WHOLE family like cousins, neices, nephews etc lmfao

[@michelleandrawis3665]

I found a pair of blank orange tab Levi’s but I had only heard about blank red tabs. Would love to know if these are real and if this is something they did with the orange tab as well!

[@LootFam]

Certainly was! This was done the protect the copy right on the tab and not just the letters on the tab. Great find!

[@unbornvassily4048]

@@LootFam I found a pair of 550 Orange Tabs that are blank, are they worth anything?

[@LootFam]

@@unbornvassily4048, I believe that 550s in orange tab were only made for men and the 550 in men's doesn't' do too great. If it's a small size a woman might buy it either way but I'd put a range of 15-35 if you wait for the right buyer.

[@marshawhitehead3169]

Thank you so much Josh!

[@LootFam]

My pleasure!

[@DA-lg8bk]

I have a pair of Levis black tab with golden big E. The instructions state that Made in USA. How Vintage are such jeans.

[@DA-lg8bk]

Also, the wash instructions are from 2000 and later.

[@LootFam]

Would you mind sending pictures to [e-mail]. Normally, the big E suggests older than 1971, but wash instructions from 2000 confuses that.

[@DA-lg8bk]

Dear Josh, sent you three mails and look forward in hearing from you. Thanks a lot!

[@DA-lg8bk]

Hallo Josh, great feedback on your reviews on the Vintage Levis and Vintage with gold writing. Keep it bro!!!

[@mayorofbasedville7680]

Just found a pair of Levi’s 540 brown tab (small e) made in 2000. Any info you could give me on those would be greatly appreciated

[@LootFam]

The 540 was a “jeans for men” product offered in lower end big box stores like walmart. It’s unfortunately not very in demand or rare. I have a ton of them i honestly wish i never bought haha.

[@mayorofbasedville7680]

@@LootFam damn, shoulda asked before I shelled out my $4 😂 Thanks man!

[@dgumb]

Are all orange tab Levi’s jeans vintage?

[@LootFam]

Yes, outside of a small release in 2018.

[@NichelleParker]

This video series has been so helpful and informative! Thank you so much for putting out great content. I'm really glad I found these videos. I"ll be sending a link to a listing of orange tab jeans I have. Please tell me if you think I need to add any additional info to help attract the right buyer.

[@LootFam]

Thanks for watching! Glad we could help!

[@zmxjestic8254]

Hi! Nice and informative video, thanks. Quick question: What does it mean when my orange tab is made in belgium, does it mean anything or is it just made in Belgium?:)

[@LootFam]

It just means it was made in Belgium typically. Levis had European factories and by and large they produced the same or similar products as the American ones.

[@imag3reader]

Hey same here, I think it's from 74 .. man I wish they'd make 'm like that again! Sadly orange tabs fit hecka small!

[@WornRepairs]

No mention of the Talon 42 zipper on Orange tabs :(

[@diegojosesoriano]

Hi, I saw a pair of orange tab 505s on Etsy, but the arcuate seems to be closer to the bottom and it does not have an levi's tab at all. Is it authentic?

[@LootFam]

Could you email a link to the listing to [e-mail]? Sometimes levis did some funky stuff to older orange tab jeans. So it’s not completely out of the question.

[@diegojosesoriano]

@@LootFam sent you some pictures via email!

[@jchong416]

I just remember these being sold at cheaper retailers like kmart back when

[@LootFam]

No doubt, they were generally considered cheaper lower quality jeans and many denim heads still believe that.

[@zehcuervo]

I have a orange tab sherpa jacket

[@78troland]

Thank you!😊🙏

[@fuzzvidtv541]

Bro can you make a video about blank tabs on levis and what's the meaning of it

[@LootFam]

Sure can! It’s a fairly simple explanation. I’ve mentioned it in a few other videos but i’m happy to be more specific. Thanks for the suggestion!

[@fuzzvidtv541]

@@LootFam sure bro no problem. I learned a lot from you ❤❤❤

[@_kenomajas]

Anyone know anything about 615-02 or 630-02 orange tab models? They are so strange and i cant find any information about them. Are they even original Levis jeans? Soo so strange ones. Even their back patch have the "Original Jeans" text instead of "Original Riveted".

[@LootFam]

They are styles that were made internationally. The switch between Jeans and Riveted was made because Levi's didn't believe that international buyers would understand the word Riveted. So they replaced it with "jeans" instead. One of the primary markers of a pair of Levi's for international sale. If you'd like you can send me some photos to [e-mail] and I'll see what else I can tell you.

[@_kenomajas]

@@LootFam wow, i didnt expect that quick response. I send one. Thank you! :)

[@LootFam]

@@_kenomajas you commented at the perfect time ;)

[@ksajak]

I actually just bought an orange tag levis sherpa jacket from ebay. I have a size 38 chest and went with a size 40 since the sherpa will take up room. (I hope anyway) Hope I made the right choice. And seeing as I'm only 5'4" 150-155lbs I went with a small. So it's a small 40. I also bought another from the 70s without the front hand warming pockets that is a size 38 s. But for some reason the person is not accepting my payment which is why I bought the orange tab. I really want one plus this will help me find my fit. I like how the arms are wider on the older jackets since I have more muscular arms so that will help. On my non sherpa modern levis jean jacket I got a medium and it's just not as snug as I'd like and the arms are too tight for my liking. Makes the jacket feel and fit weird. Imo anyway. So I'm hoping a small with the wider arms will be a good fit! I can send you a few pics if you'd like. Let me know how I did lol. Thanks for the videos man! Big help!

[@LootFam]

Sure! [e-mail]!

[@ksajak]

@@LootFam thanks man! And sorry for the spelling errors. Typing too fast for my own good 😆

[@dennisduran2920]

Levi's jeans so cool anytime

[@LootFam]

No lies detected.

[@muerovivoyvuelvoamorir3056]

Thanks

[@LootFam]

You're Welcome!

[@OOOOAvant]

I got a pair of 550 orange tab from eBay and I was wondering the age of them. They have the care instruction tag inside so I know they are post 1970, but the size is "husky" 36x29.5, and I'm not sure when they started doing the "husky" sizes.

[@LootFam]

Husky was a term typically used on jeans for male teenagers. They made sizes that would fit adults too, but they were designed for teenagers. First I heard of the term used on care tags was in the mid 90s. It’s possible they used the terms on adult jeans, but I’ve only ever found the term on youth sizes. Thanks!

[@OOOOAvant]

@@LootFam thanks for the response, I actually found a video showing how to find the year on the care tags and following that it says they’re from 1994, not sure if that number truly is the year as the video said but it would make sense especially if you started seeing husky tags in the mid 90s

[@trey4992]

hey LootFam i sent you an email about my orange tabs

[@Antonio-ms6yi]

100%👍

[@gerry903]

Whoever did that to the flared orange tab should be ashamed

[@LootFam]

Agreed.

[@diydan2213]

One variation I have in my closet is the orange tab with a leather back patch.. theres one I see listed on ebay right now.. not my size or I'd snipe it.. 505

[@LootFam]

Oh sweet!

[@trey4992]

hey LootFam i sent you an email about my orange tabs

[@LootFam]

Replied! Thanks for reminding me!