[work in progress: preparing PDF pattern]

2010 reproduction made by Mike Hodis in collaboration with denim historian Michael Harris.

The original piece was manufactured by A.B. Elfeldt & Co. in 1876-1877 when they couldn’t use rivets to reinforce the construction of pants, as Levi’s patent was registered in 1873 and would stand until 1890. The San Francisco brand came up with an unusual contstruction method, using curved shaped for pockets, as they could withstand wear and tear better than straight-cut ones.

This style features 4 suspenders buttons, a waist chinch in the back, and a small denim connector at the bottom of the fly, to simulate the strenght of a one-piece fly construction. The coin pocket and the single back pocket have decorative topstitches that make the style even more unique.

Mohsin Sajid was able to see and photograph one of the historical pieces in 2024 owned by Viktor Fredbäck.