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The 1968

$99
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Typically priced at $198-$297 in retail.
Fit
56% funded
Cut and sewn in California.
This is an active crowdfunding campaign.
It is estimated to ship in March 2025.
A true selvedge denim icon from the last great American selvedge denim mill. This is the deadstock Cone 1968. The most you can ask from a great selvedge denim is that it starts out beautiful and gets even better over time. As you can see from this well worn pair, the 1968 absolutely delivers.
Gustin jeans made from sanforized raw selvedge denim from Cone Mills White Oak plant in Greensboro, North Carolina. The 1968 was somewhat of a premium denim company darling. It was used by many and there's a reason for it. It sneaks up on you. It seems unassuming at first, but when you see the beautifully rich indigo shade and crisply starched raw feel you know you're touching classic quality. 20oz denim is cool. Super light denim is fun too. Let's face it, the 13.5oz sweet spot is a winner. It works year round and that's what you get in the 1968 - it has great body. We used this fabric as we were developing the skinny fit and knew we had to get our hands on more than just sample yardage. This is American denim at its best and quite possible the last time we'll ever have it.
This is the same style and quality that was sold in boutiques all over the country for $205+.
*Note unlike most brands we don't use vanity sizing for our pants. If you're a first time customer we highly recommend checking out our fit guide.
Fit
Available in our Straight, Slim and Skinny fits.
Inseam
Waist sizes 29-33 have a 34" inseam.
Waist sizes 34+ have a 36" inseam.
Fabric
#172 Cone Mills Selvedge, 13.5oz, Red ID, 100% Cotton
Finish
Raw, Contrast Stitching, Brown Patch
Trims
Custom hardware, hand stamped leather patch
Made in
made in usa
Fit guide
Est. Ship
March 2025
Collections
What is selvedge denim? Read more on our blog.
Customer Feedback on THE 1968
"These jeans are great! They have a great weight and beautiful color stitching."
-William S. | Verified Buyer
"I absolutely love my 1968’s. They are the perfect retro denim and so far the fit is excellent. I haven’t washed them yet, so that will be an adventure, but I’m sure I will figure that out."
-Peter H. | Verified Buyer
"Beautiful denim and top shelf build quality. I own (too) many pairs of US-made jeans and these are as good as any of them and are a stone bargain comparatively. I wish these guys offered a hemming service, as I am not a fan of cuffed jeans, but I seem to be in the minority on that one. Other than that, high marks all around. These are gorgeous!"
-George W. | Verified Buyer
"They Look Great! Love The Feel, And Fit!"
-Matthew R. | Verified Buyer
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What Customers Are Saying
"So grateful for this brand! Love the fit, finish, and quality of everything I've ever bought from here. Moreover, the pricing enables people like me to have access to quality goods which are often outside of the reach of the most working people."
-Joshua C. | Verified Buyer
"Never thought I would find a denim company that I feel like is a community."
-Richard S. | Verified Buyer
"Thank you so much for taking the time to make sure that the pant fits me right. Can't thank you enough. This is what makes Gustin stand a part."
-Lauren C. | Verified Buyer
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