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HIROSHI KATO

The Pen Slim Natural Slub Indigo - Lou 12.5oz Selvedge

$278.00

Classic Slub Denim
Kato’s respect for denim reaches back decades. Our years of experience and research resulted in our own version of the sought after denim of the 70s. This fabric has been crafted with meticulous precision to replicate the uniform texture of the faded vintage denim collected for the Kato archives.

To make this a timeless pair of jeans, we chose our straight cut, “The Hammer” and the modern slim cut “The Pen”. The 12.5 ounce, 100% cotton denim does not have stretch but it will break in and mold to you, making it a pair you will want to wear for years. We wanted these jeans to be vintage down to the core details, so we introduced a button fly, using donut style laurel leaf buttons, which have been acid dyed to give them an authentic aged look. We also added a pop of color with a red leather patch, our own twist on the original. We are offering several versions of the Classic Slub Denim that represent different stages of aging.

Lou - Natural Fade
This wash emulates denim that has been worn for several years. Close attention has been payed to the slight distressing of the front and back pocket edges, to reproduce the wear seen on authentic vintage jeans.

These jeans are non stretch and take time to break in.

• Slim Fit

• Button Fly

• 100% Cotton

• Selvedge (self-edge)

• 12.5oz Natural Slub Indigo

• Made in USA

• The model in the first picture is 6' and wearing a size 32.

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We meticulously researched faded vintage jeans, examining every nuanced detail to capture the essence of denim that has aged to perfection. Introducing 100% cotton Japanese selvedge denim. Made in the USA, by hand, one at a time.

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Made in USA
KATO Original Laurel Button
Unique Selvedge ID
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Vintage Wash
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Premium Japanese Selvedge Denim

Customer Reviews

Based on 12 reviews
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Brett Howser
My favorite jeans … ever

Just got my Lou’s a week ago, and they are already my fave jeans ever - and I’m 66 years old! Love the cut, the fabric and the fade. Even better than the 501s of my youth.

Thank you for your kind words, Mr. Howser! We're so glad you're enjoying your new The Pen Slim Natural Slub Indigo - Lou 12.5oz Selvedge jeans.
-Kato Team

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Michael Thomas
High Quality Jeans

I love these jeans. They are great quality and the fit is perfect. I probably wear them too much!

Thank you for the review Michael! We're glad to hear that you're happy with the quality and feel of the jeans.
-Kato Team

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Samuel Johnson
So SOFT and Comfortable

This has to be one of the most comfortable pair of selvedge jeans I have ever worn. They are super pliable and great for work or just chilling and relaxing!

Hi Samuel, thank you for your review! We're glad you're enjoying our Pen Slim Natural Slub Indigo - Lou.
-Kato Team

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Darren
So comfortable and fits like a glove

I love these shirts. I will definitely be ordering more.

Thank you for your review, Darren! We're glad you're enjoying our shirts.
-Kato Team

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Darren
Better than expected

So comfortable and fit incredibly well. These were my second pair of Kato jeans. They are an investment that I'm happy to make.

Hi Darren, thank you for your kind words! We're glad you're happy with your purchase.
-Kato Team

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Brett Howser
My favorite jeans … ever

Just got my Lou’s a week ago, and they are already my fave jeans ever - and I’m 66 years old! Love the cut, the fabric and the fade. Even better than the 501s of my youth.

Thank you for your kind words, Mr. Howser! We're so glad you're enjoying your new The Pen Slim Natural Slub Indigo - Lou 12.5oz Selvedge jeans.
-Kato Team

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Michael Thomas
High Quality Jeans

I love these jeans. They are great quality and the fit is perfect. I probably wear them too much!

Thank you for the review Michael! We're glad to hear that you're happy with the quality and feel of the jeans.
-Kato Team

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Samuel Johnson
So SOFT and Comfortable

This has to be one of the most comfortable pair of selvedge jeans I have ever worn. They are super pliable and great for work or just chilling and relaxing!

Hi Samuel, thank you for your review! We're glad you're enjoying our Pen Slim Natural Slub Indigo - Lou.
-Kato Team

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Darren
So comfortable and fits like a glove

I love these shirts. I will definitely be ordering more.

Thank you for your review, Darren! We're glad you're enjoying our shirts.
-Kato Team

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Darren
Better than expected

So comfortable and fit incredibly well. These were my second pair of Kato jeans. They are an investment that I'm happy to make.

Hi Darren, thank you for your kind words! We're glad you're happy with your purchase.
-Kato Team

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