Vintage 60s Levis 557XX Big E Denim Jacket Type 3 557 XX Every Garment USA 40

VINTAGE 1960s LEVI'S 557XX BIG E DENIM JACKET — TYPE 3 / EVERY GARMENT GUARANTEED (SIZE 40) OVERVIEW & ARCHIVAL SIGNIFICANCE An iconic piece of mid-century American denim: an authentic 1960s Levi's 557XX Big E Denim Jacket (Type 3). KEY VINTAGE IDENTIFIERS & DETAILS Era: 1960s (c. 1962–1966) Model: 557XX (Type 3 / 3rd Generation Denim Jacket) Jacron Patch: Original paper neck tag intact with visible 557XX imprint and classic red "Every Garment Guaranteed" header text. Red Tab: Authentic red tab featuring capital "E" (Big E). CONDITION REPORT Grade: Good Vintage Condition (Heavily Distressed / Authentic Vintage Patina) Denim Integrity: Heavy natural indigo fade throughout with plenty of life left in the body structure. Documented Repairs & Wear (See Photos): Neck Collar: Authentic repair stitching/patch work applied to the inner neck area below the collar seam to secure vintage fabric wear (Photo 1). Light fraying along top collar fold edge (Photos 1 & 4). Sleeve & Forearm: Vintage stitch repair on the lower sleeve/forearm area (Photo 2). Cuffs & Edges: Honest fraying, distressing, and wear around the wrist cuffs and outer seams (Photo 3). Summary: This jacket shows heavy, honest vintage wear and historical period repairs that give it incredible authentic workwear character. Free of structural dry rot. All main buttons and pocket snaps function smoothly.