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Description
The 1920s Death Valley Waist-Overalls are a slight update to Black Sign's outstanding Vocalion Waist-Overall fit, with a second back pocket added for extra storage! Besides that, the design is identical, with a comfortable high-rise and straight leg fit, a buckle-back, and exposed rivet reinforcements.
The fabric this time, which Black Sign call 9oz, was developed alongside and under the supervision of our mutual friends at Ooe Yofukuten. It was designed to replicate samples of denim from the early 1900s, specifically at the time when synthetic indigo began replacing natural indigo in commercial production. Beyond that, it's got an extremely handsome and irregular low-tension weave, with subtle textural variation throughout.
The historical references don't stop at the color either, as this denim is based on pre-WWII weave specifications, when fabric was weighed differently than it is today. What would have been called 9oz in the early 20th century would "measure" at about 12.5oz today, which is exactly the case with this denim, as it's thicker and heavier than any contemporary fabric labeled at 9oz. Over time, this fabric will break in and fade from wear, washing, and the withering power of the sun's rays, especially if you're hanging around Death Valley, or anywhere with a high UV index.
Fits true to size with a relaxed body. Wash cold and hang dry.
- 100% cotton
- "9oz" indigo selvedge denim from Japan
- Developed with help from Ooe Yofukuten
- Early 1900s reproduction fabric
- High rise
- Straight leg
- No back yoke
- Buckle-back
- Internal suspender buttons
- Belt loops
- Five pocket configuration
- Button fly
- Custom woven labels
- Rinsed
- Wash cold and hang dry
- True to size
- Made in Japan
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1920s 9 oz Death Valley Waist-Overalls - Dark Indigo
Size Guide
| Size | Waist | Front Rise | Back Rise | Upper Thigh | Knee | Leg Opening | Inseam |
| 30 | 28" | 12.75" | 17" | 12.625" | 10.25" | 9" | 33.875" |
| 32 | 29.5" | 13.25" | 17.375" | 13" | 10.375" | 9.125" | 34.25" |
| 34 | 30.5" | 13.375" | 17.5" | 13.5" | 10.625" | 9.375" | 34.25" |
| 36 | 32" | 13.5" | 17.875" | 14.125" | 10.875" | 9.5" | 34.25" |
| 38 | 35" | 13.625" | 18.125" | 14.375" | 11.125" | 9.625" | 34.75" |
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