Levi's Big E Type III Type II Trucker Denim Jacket

Vintage Levi's Big E Jacket collection
Levi's Big E Type II Made in Japan
Levi's Big E Type III Made in USA
Levi's Big E Type III Blanket lined, Made in USA
Levi's Big E Type III Made in Hong Kong
Levi's Big E Type III Made in Macau
Levi's small e Type III Made in USA

[@dutchjim66]

Thank you for this video. You are informative and most of all, accurate in what you say. The closeups come through quite clearly. You're voice is understandable and of sufficient volume that I had no trouble hearing you.

[@kailazz]

dutchjim66 thank you for the kind words. Made this video so that I could share the knowledge I had and hopefully it would be useful for those interested!!!

[@johnward6361]

Very nice video and great collection! Thanks for showing it.

[@drwisdom1]

Unlike many videos on vintage Levis, this one is informative, watchable, and not full of disinformation. I have quite a few vintage Levis jackets myself and have a few points to add. There are significant differences between vintage and modern Levis jackets besides the big E in the red tab and the place of manufacture. The most important difference is modern jackets are made from poor quality, rough on the skin, lightweight denim. Modern jackets won't last, don't fade well, and are a poor value. Used vintage jackets on ebay in good condition are still about half the price of modern store bought jackets. One important difference is that Levis two pocket jackets came in both regular and long lengths. The regular length looks a lot better - unless you are tall which requires you buy the long length or the jacket bottom will end above your waist. Once Levi's went to the four pocket jacket (handy side slash pockets) they had to lengthen the jacket to accommodate the extra pockets. So four pocket jackets don't look as good (unless you are tall) and probably the reason two pocket jackets are more valued. Even though big E jackets are worth more, other than that there is really no difference between big E and small e Levis two pocket jackets - both are great products. In fact, small e jackets are good because you don't feel guilty wearing and beating them up. Regarding sizing, I have found that two pockets jackets are smaller than four pocket jackets of the same size. If you are buying a two pocket add two inches. If it is a four pocket buy your true size. So if you have a 42 inch chest buy a 44 if a two pocket or a 42 if a four pocket.

[@kailazz]

Thats a lot of good information and a good insight on the length. I was not aware that the vintage jackets came in two lengths. The vintage jackets were definitely made of quality denim!!

[@hopelessstoner2702]

Damn I feel ashamed for owning a modern trucker

[@ianmoone1138]

drwisdom1 - Would you be willing to consider reviewing some photos of a Levi’s jacket that I purchased today on Etsy? I’ve never owned a Levi’s brand clothing before; and I know now that these items can be replicated/counterfeited. Seller claims it to be a vintage “orange tag” from the 70’s. The jacket has shearling wool layered on the inside. I have looked at numerous photos online with no definitive comparison. If this item is deemed counterfeit, I will cancel the order immediately before it ships out.

[@batmangnrobbing3999]

drwisdom1 sell to me

[@mimiamar2172]

You should make your own KZbin video on your collection. I would be very interested in watching

[@lacausa2000]

Wow! Nice collection! Especially the first two jackets that you presented with the Troy wool lining - beautiful condition and now difficult to find in any shape. I hope you still have them. The jacket that was manufactured in Turkey, and the last jacket that was presented, made in the USA, were made by LVC (Levi’s Vintage Collection) originally manufactured in the 90’s, and were made as reproductions of earlier Levi’s products, and were made to quite a high standard. I would love to see a new video of your current denim collection Thanks for sharing.

[@runtherackslv8774]

Spectacular Collection!

[@kailazz]

Thank you much! My collection has definitely grown since that video!

[@adventuresunknown1013]

Kailash Malla, very nice collection. I never knew that about the jackets. Great information. I have liked and subscribed. 👍

[@aryasiddartha]

wow you really are an expert of levis jackets!

[@kailazz]

ForeverFree Not an expert per say bot I know some key details on the Levis vintage jackets!!!

[@AburYT]

Thanks for the video. Love em all, but fave is the last one.

[@kailazz]

abur i love them all but i don’t think i can choose a favorite one.

[@bramschillings8641]

Nice jackets and Black Sabbath Warpigs background music! You rock

[@kailazz]

Bram Schillings just wanted to pair classic jackets with classic Black Sabbath!

[@bramschillings8641]

Like it should be;))

[@georgemakuca8870]

Ozzy Osbourne Rules......

[@brendanmaruyama2407]

awesome collection !

[@gsrocks71321]

The first blanket-lined jacket is incredibly beautiful.

[@kailazz]

I try to wear the blanket lined whenever I get the opportunity in this sunny California weather.

[@brianboyd5564]

Just got myself a nice big E USA Valencia St type III, stamped 555 poptail (short) version. Love it.

[@kailazz]

Brian Boyd which one did you get? Type 3 557XX?

[@brianboyd5564]

Not 557 i think it maybe the crossover Type 3 when it changed from 557 to 505 in 67-68 according to the info on the Heddels website.

[@sandyyazier28]

2018 and still watchin dis!!!

[@kailazz]

2020 and I am responding to your message. Need to make part two video soon.

[@vladimirnaydenov1239]

The last one made in USA selvedge denim is the best After wearing it for 5-6 years it will become unique pease of art Congrats ! ( i have the same : ) )

[@kailazz]

Yes it is a real beauty with personal character. I believe mine was raw unwashed when I first purchased.

[@billyh1822]

Hi, I love the video and you have a great collection. I was wondering if I could ask you. When you say it has gold stitching on the pocket and that it's special. What do you mean?

[@stylewithaltitude]

Nice collection brother!

[@kailazz]

Thank you!

[@_The_Worst_]

Lovely collection...🤘🏼💯✔

[@podarkes3149]

Thank you 👍

[@SalandFindles]

My neighbor's friend randomly gave me an '80s Levi's jacket. I was wondering if there was a way to pinpoint an exact year. All I know it's one of the 1984 and after Type 3 "trucker" designs. It has 2 inside & front pockets + the 2 typical hand warmer pockets. Lot number: "71506-0214." The back of the buttons have 777 on them and the wash tag has "777 9-7 59170 5" on the bottom of it, along with the lot number. The stitching under the front pocket flaps is like a navy blue.

[@rainkorfive502]

i have a lot of levis jacket and i dont know of its a genuine or fake... lols... but the thing is i loved em so much specially my white levis denim jacket... its ivory white color and maybe its a cheap jacket but i love it...

[@brianboyd5564]

ive just purchaced a 1962 release 557 type 3 jacket. 0 stamped on rear of button yellow thread under pocket flap. this one is unique

[@kailazz]

It’s one of a kind. Does it have the care lable intact? I have acquired 4 of these and only 2 have complete care labels . They are made of cardstock so it breaks easily.

[@brianboyd5564]

The label is partly intact 557 is visible

[@vomitingconfetti7187]

My Levi's jacket has black tab with white letters and a small e, was made in Tunisia. Were they made for middle Eastern customers?

[@justincase4792]

Can you give a little bit more information about the first blanket lined jacket. Is that a reproduction? What year would you say it's roughly from? I have the same one (stamped 522 on the button) so I'm just trying to find more information about it. Thanks

[@al-araffamilhasan920]

Sir,I really like your denim jacket collection and the brand is all Levi's..👌

[@kailazz]

When I said chest pockets I really meant to say waist pockets/side pockets. Vintage trucker jackets had just two breast pockets. The ones after mid 80's started having the side pockets. The type II model shown here is made in Japan. The Levi's LVC brand that makes vintage reissues are made in the USA, Japan, and most recently in Turkey.

[@andreasagungriantra3315]

Hey man, do you have any social media? I want to know the information from the levis denim jacket I just bought, it's made in USA, small e, the back button stamped with 523 code number, it has side pocket already. I just wondering is it made from after mid '80s (vintage) or just reissues that made in the 2000s, thank you

[@kailazz]

Riantra Andre i am pretty sure it is not a re-issue. It’s probably the one from late 70’s or early 80’s. Sorry i just saw this message and replied.

[@ianmoone1138]

Kailash Malla - Would you be willing to consider reviewing some photos of a Levi’s jacket that I purchased today on Etsy? I’ve never owned a Levi’s brand clothing before; and I know now that these items can be replicated/counterfeited. Seller claims it to be a vintage “orange tag” from the 70’s. The jacket has shearling wool layered on the inside. I have looked at numerous photos online with no definitive comparison. If this item is deemed counterfeit, I will cancel the order immediately before it ships out.

[@bachcomic]

I have a 70526 furry jacket, the tag is on the bottom. I have no idea its genuine or not. How can i check?

[@radennikpoknik9594]

Hello bro' your collection very nice, I likes this is... The legend Levis ...

[@kailazz]

Thank you for the kind words. Levi's vintage jackets will never go out of style.

[@kylekitchens4209]

thank you i have a big e jacket i am trying to determine the age and value wpl423 on the label big flat buttons what do you think

[@kailazz]

nanci kitchens wpl 423 is written on the patch for almost all the Levi's products. I don't the the significance of this. But when you say flat buttons what do you mean? Is the back of the button stamped with any number(s)?

[@ritadamasvila8740]

donde se puede conseguir algún sitio online?

[@davidsnow2420]

great video, very informative. How can one tell the difference between a genuine big E Type III jacket and a later LVC reissue? Aren't the LVC jackets big E as well?

[@kailazz]

David Snow the newer ones have new care label. Early Big E LVC reissues had “555” buttons stamped on them and were made in San Francisco. Then they had “R” buttons stamped. Newer ones most recent ones are Made in Turkey and have Levis Vintage Clothing Tag. The vintage big E have letter “D” or “0” “17” or three letter numbers starting with a 5. The care label on true vintage jackets may or may not be on the collar. These are some of the identifiers. I may still have missed a few. But mostly it is the buttons!

[@davidsnow2420]

Thanks. I just bought a nice dark indigo Big E Type III on ebay for $120. It's worth it for the Made in USA quality. In addition to the points you made, I think the leather collar size tag on the originals are smaller/rectangular compared to the repros. All my jeans are 30 year old made in USA levis that are like kevlar compared to the modern paper thin levis.

[@schwinnstingrayguy3757]

THANK YOU FOR DOING IT IN ENGLISH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@NikonFM2n]

What's the difference between type3 72334-9134 and 72334-0178? And why can't I find any new 0178? I have a 0332 98%cotton 2%elastane. I just ordered a new 72334-0557 which has a leather patch and a Big (E) from the Levi's online store.

[@kailazz]

Unless you purchased the Levis Vintage Collection, the newer Big E is just that. Nothing significant but the Levi’s Premium collection. I hate Levi’s started using the Big E again for their regular clothing line. I am not sure the first question you asked. I really do not know what the differences are. Could be the later numbers could be the code where the jacket was manufactured maybe!

[@mimik5856]

Nice video. I have a few original sawtooth big e shirts. Is it only jackets you collect?

[@kailazz]

Mimi K mostly it is jackets different versions of vintage Big E jackets. Have 3-4 pairs of big E jeans and few more LVC jeans. No vintage sawtooth shirts only LVC shirts.

[@keleighreeves7547]

Hello! I’ve recently brought a Levi’s jacket from eBay :) I was wondering if you have any social media so I can contact you to see what year it’s from? Very awesome video, love all the jackets!

[@kailazz]

@kailazz on insagram. Send me a message. I hope I’ll be able to answer your question!

[@FelixRossonero]

I'm thinking about buying a type 2 jacket on Ebay buy I'm not sure about the size... Does it fit big or small? Normally I'm somewhere between M and L (depending on brand). What do you think? Thanks!

[@kailazz]

I have seen that the type II jacket that were reissued do tend to shrink. The original vintage ones do shrink too! The one shown here is a Japanese reissue from 2001. The size says 40 but the measure underarm pit to pit is 21.5 inches. No shrinkage on this one (my guess). Best way to get your true size is look for actual measurements and ask the seller if they have not listed the true size.

[@MeToo-py1tq]

Hi great video content and information. Loved this video. I have the Japanese Type 2 with the pleats in the front same as the one you have. The difference i see is the label. The label I have is made of leather. What does this mean? So all jackets with Big E are older correct? This is good to have as a collector? Thank you.

[@kailazz]

The Japanese versons of these jackets are most likely for the 90’s.

[@kailazz]

They are still good items to have because they are early re-issues and you can buy them (pre-owned) for reasonable price on eBay and other sites

[@MeToo-py1tq]

Thank you kindly sir. Enjoy your video reviews. Keep up the good work.

[@youarenotsafe2215]

Sahi cha hai bro

[@kailazz]

Dhanyabaad. Thank you!

[@Chrisxulo]

I`m 6,7 whit 36/38W and 46 chest. In the size guide says L but I normally wear XL clothing. I`m in Levis site watching alot of people complaining about the sizing problems and the arms lenght. I need to know what size I need to wear in *The selvedge trucker jacket - Bachmann* and in *The slim trucker jacket - Pacific Ocean* Thanx :)

[@dutchjim66]

You will need an XL Tall. It won't be perfect, but I'm guessing the large tall won't have the sleeve length you need.

[@kailazz]

Chrisxulo I agree with dutchjim66 but I have one more recommendation. Order one size larger too than the one recommended because it is difficult to get the perfect size. You can always return the other extra one that doesn't fit free too the store. That way at least you would not have to reorder.

[@Chrisxulo]

Thank's. Yaeh. The of the arms are very shorts and there isn't room in the body. You need like the old classic trucker or a 2XL whit the lenghts a little short or go whit the tall one that maybe will fit perfectly or you can always go to a Taylor but I only used the XL and it was like an L

[@georgemakuca4135]

Dear Mr. Kailash Malla. Today l visited a "LEVI'S store" in London 174-176 Regent steet. And in the store I saw a lot of charcoal colour new trucker jackets with the letter big 'E' on it!!!!!!!

[@kailazz]

George Makuca those were more likely the Levi’s Vintage Clothing collection Type II jackets. Did they look something like this? www.levi.com/US/en_US/clothing/men/outerwear/1953-type-ii-trucker-jacket/p/705070058

[@georgemakuca4135]

Kailash Malla No! They all had side pockets serial number and date on a tag and it says: MADE IN CHINA

[@benjaminsapkota1781]

Hi...I am just into vintage Levi's jacket collection...can you please guide me thru...where and what should I look for...thanks

[@kailazz]

I recommend you start with type 3 jacket Big E jacket. These are the most common ones you find and for pretty reasonable price. The best place to find then is on eBay. Make sure they are true vintage Big E Levi's jacket.

[@benjaminsapkota1781]

@@kailazz Thanks for your advice. I have started checking on ebay and kijiji.

[@jormoria]

you are probably one of the first

[@matteoscotto7289]

What's the difference between type 1-2-3?

[@kailazz]

Type I: produced early 1900's - 1940's. Only one chest pocket on the left side and pleated Type II: produced 1950's. Two chest pockets and pleated Type III: produced 1960's onwards. There are the modern Levis jacket style you see today. Two chest pockets and no pleats. Early Type III had only 2 jest pockets. Moden type III has hand pockets as well which was introduced early 80's.

[@1986teambeast]

Great video! I have done some reading and it seems a lot of pages say that a big E type 3 jacket with care label are all fakes, do you agree with that? I see you have one with care label and big E. Thanks

[@kailazz]

1986teambeast i don’t believe hat Big E jackets with care label are fake. I have seen a lot of big E type 3 with care label and without care label as well. Most of the type 3 big e have the buttons stamped with three numbers starting with #5 but you do have other with just one letter or two letters as well. What numbers are marked on your jacket buttons?

[@1986teambeast]

I agree with you and my jacket has the number 526 stamped in the back of the buttons. It's just all the pages that come up state that no real Big E jackets have a care tag which I disagree with.

[@wilsjane]

@@1986teambeast When denim became so popular in the late 60's and 70's. Levi's were opening factories all over the world. When tags and labels ran out, rather than stop production, they simply used what they had in stock. Their are countless examples of batches of oddities being made this way. I doubt that the factories even bothered to tell their head office.

[@teggymun8289]

I'm currently bidding on a white label 2 pocket jacket with the single stitch at the bottom button made in Italy. would I be right in saying it's a mid-late 70s jacket?

[@kailazz]

Calum1293 can you send me the link to the item? Have to see the pic and other description. I was not aware levi’s were made in Italy back then but i could be wrong!

[@teggymun8289]

Kailash Malla I'll send you the link once I win the auction 😂

[@kailazz]

calumuir94 that is understandable. It could also be a newer Levis Vintage Clothing collection! But do give me more details after the budding is over.

[@teggymun8289]

Kailash Malla rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F282925977971 There you go bro! I went over budget a little but managed to win

[@kailazz]

calumuir94 i think this is from then 90’s and not 70’s. The care label inside has 03 93 which i believe is march 1993. In the 70’s and 80’s the care label would have been different. This one i am pretty certain is from the 90’s. Still a nice jacket though and fair price you paid.

[@georgemakuca8870]

I found a vintage Levis trucker jacket size 48L 2 pocket made in USA in central London second hand store the price I paid for it was 30£.

[@kailazz]

Vintage Levi's jackets are the best jackets you can find and the style lasts forever.

[@georgemakuca4135]

Are your not makeing any videos any more?!

[@kailazz]

I have been thinking of making part 2 video for a while. Maybe sometime soon.

[@sonamhf]

Sahi collection

[@kailazz]

thank you thank you!

[@Ladiesman-iy5fv]

Do you sell any?

[@NikonFM2n]

I believe the hand warmer pockets came out in 1984.

[@kailazz]

I am not exactly certain about the year but i know it was early 80’s. It could have well been 1984!

[@NikonFM2n]

@@kailazz Levi's was a sponsor for the US 1984 Winter Olympic team and that's when they added the pockets.

[@kailazz]

@@NikonFM2n I am aware about Levi’s and Olympics 1984. I have a fleece jacket from that collection. Good to know about pockets were introduced that year. Thank you!

[@NikonFM2n]

@@kailazz you're welcome Sir.

[@itt9037]

What about no E? I have a Levis jacket without the word 'Levis' on the red tab but it has a R instead.

[@kailazz]

Levi’s puts the R on roughly 1 in 10 items. The R is still trademarked by Levis and they use it. This is according to levis’s official post in one of their instagram post! Hope this helps. Not sure when they started doing this bit i have seen jeans from the 80’s with R on it!

[@itt9037]

@@kailazz oh thanks for the info 😊

[@wilsjane]

It is done simply to maintain the red tab itself as a Levi's registered trade mark. It prevents other brands from using their logo on a red background,

[@bambarigurop9384]

long jacket style kurti cutting

[@christianbarros1580]

The J stands for Japan.

[@brianboyd5564]

i have now purchased a 1970s levi suede trucker jacket from Los Angeles.

[@kailazz]

That is a good find. I hope you were able to buy them at a reasonable price!

[@brianboyd5564]

Jacket price was good, import tax from US to UK raised the price. I've also just purchased an original Type II from USA, expensive but worth it. Just need an original Type 1 now to complete my collection but that may take a long time

[@kailazz]

Brian Boyd just curious as to how much you ended up paying for the type 2. I now have 3 type 2 jackets in nice condition and the max i paid was $600 few months ago.

[@brianboyd5564]

i paid $600 for the type II, it's a nice example (a bit of wear as expected for the age) from an estate in California but had to pay $200 customs duty in UK. Think it's an early 50s release as it's prior to the versions with numbers stamped on rear of buttons.

[@kailazz]

Brian Boyd two of mine has nothing stamped on it but one of them have 17 stamped! I recently saw one sell on eBay for $1800. Super expensive but it had the leather jerky label intact and was nice deep indigo color!

[@user-kv8mg4pw5j]

Тип 3 ништяк! !!

[@Koenkuik]

I just bought a levis type 3 jacket. It's a 70557 big E jacket in a great condition. And with golden stitching in de breast pockets. But I'm still afraid it's fake.. But how can I make sure it's a real levis jacket?

[@kailazz]

What makes you think that it might be fake?? Does it have the letter D or O stamped on the buttons? This is one way to verify that it is genuine and not fake! Does it still have the Levis tag intact? I have two 557's: one has the Levis patch with yellow stitching and another with black stitching. Both has letter D stamped.

[@Koenkuik]

I don't know.. just a feeling! ;) No, the button is stamped with J02. And yes the levis tag is still intact. but its vague. The stitching is yellow.

[@kailazz]

J02 on the buttons means that it is a Japanese re-issue. Not a fake Levis. You have a Japanese made Levi's and probably from early 2000's

[@Koenkuik]

Thanks for the info!

[@OutdoorStuff1234]

when you say stamped on the buttons do you mean the back of the button ?

[@itr0863]

I purchased a large levi denim jacket on ebay number 70507-4890. What do the numbers mean? Im 6’1 195 and the arms seem really lose even with a hoodie underneath. It has a small e, and it has hand pockets

[@magnificumimperium8392]

How about Country of Manufacture..?

[@kailazz]

Most of the jackets are US made. There is one from Japan, one from Hong Kong, one from Macau and one from Turkey!

[@magnificumimperium8392]

I was lucky to find one last night Made in USA vintage...I had to buy larger than my tru size to fit...it seems L in 1960-70s was a lot smaller than today. Thanks

[@kailazz]

+Magnificum Imperium i realized that too about the sizing! Large back then is almost like a medium or even small today!

[@Venom-dm1in]

Hey i have that. Blueone!

[@connorambler4178]

Hey, I’m trying to find this specific Levi’s jacket and I literally can’t find it anywhere. You really seem to know what you’re talking about and any help would really be useful mate. The jacket’s worn by Cole Sprouse: www.seenit.in/quest/show/21750

[@kailazz]

Connor Ambler not sure if this is a vintage Big E but i think thing this is newer ones. Your best bet could be ebay. Most of this kind come with white sherpa lining. This is the one that most resembles the one in the pic rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F312086167136

[@rolandbajrami3043]

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[@whiskywillie]

It's called a "Capital E"..,.smh

[@kailazz]

william velasco i still prefer Big E. In fact Capital E was a line Levi’s introduced before the Levi’s Vintage Clothing collection. They sold Capital E clothing lines.

[@kailazz]

Completely agree!