Inspired by the 1944 S501, the CDW Lot 44 reflects the “Simplified” era of wartime denim- defined by restraint, necessity, and function over excess. Built around material rationing mandates, it carries a rugged 1940s silhouette designed to wear hard and age honestly.
• 14.5oz sanforized rigid denim
• Straight leg fit with a period-correct 1940s profile
• Laurel Leaf top button and fly buttons with wartime “Peace” symbol hardware
• Painted back pocket arcuates to conserve thread
• Rivetless watch pocket in line with wartime metal rationing
• Gold stitching throughout
• Red selvedge ID
• Copper riveted pockets (excluding watch pocket)
• Vegan leather patch
• Designed for durability, wear, and natural fading
• This model comes one wash / rinsed for better fitting.
No tricks, no shortcuts, just proper denim doing its bit for the workingman.
Sizing:
Order your regular waist size. If between sizes, select the larger size, as this denim will shrink slightly after washing. Waist and Inseam length can shrink up to 1" if machine washed.