OD+PL "Factotum" 14oz. Selvedge Denim Jeans

ODPL101

Limited production of 19 pairs

• Raw Unsanforized Japanese 14oz. Selvedge Denim fabric
• 100% Cotton
• Wide Straight silhouette
• Original 925 Sterling Silver embossed top and fifth coin pocket buttons
• Talon Metal zipper fly opening
  
• Pistachio herringbone inner waistband lining
• Reinforced pocket and crotch seam construction
  
• "Horseshoe" fifth coin pocket construction
  
• Single OD proprietary “+” Silver rivet
• Reinforced metal rivets
• Forest Green Selvedge ID
• Deadstock "Dancing Girl" pattern jacquard fabric pocket bags
• Side pockets
  
• Original "OD+PL" debossed cowhide leather patch
• Original "OD+PL" hand-dyed debossed red leather tab sewn into rear right pocket

For our second collaboration with Plest, we return to denim with a pair of jeans that reflects the same independent spirit and hands-on approach that made our first project such a pleasure to develop. "Factotum" embodies the man behind the operation - Shintaro-san, who performs every task in creating each pair of this limited run of jeans.

The foundation is a pair of raw, unsanforized 14oz. Japanese Selvedge Denim, cut in a 1930's-inspired wide straight silhouette. The pattern has been developed around Shintaro-san's own experience of wearing and working in jeans, with a deliberate focus on comfort and ergonomics. There is no cinch back, no waistband extension or rear yoke, all decisions intended to reduce unnecessary bulk and improve comfort around the waist and seat. The result is a clean, uncomplicated shape with a generous fit and a distinctly practical logic behind it. The stitching construction is also a sight to behold. At first glance, the seams appear to be sewn using two needles. However, Shintaro-san only uses a single needle machine, and meticulously sews each side by hand to replicate a vintage aesthetic. 

Each small detail is carefully hand-chosen and integrated into the jeans to represent Shintaro-san's approach to denim production. Using 925 Sterling Silver, each top and fifth coin pocket button is hand-embossed, adding a truly unique construction element to each pair, while a Talon metal zipper provides the fly opening. The waistband is lined with a pistachio-colored herringbone, and the pocket bags are made from deadstock jacquard fabric featuring a distinctive “Dancing Girl” pattern. Reinforced pocket and crotch seams, metal rivets and a single OD proprietary “+” silver rivet add durability.

*Model is pictured wearing a size S. He weighs 70kg (154 pounds) and is 178cm (5’11”) tall.

**Please note that this is an unsanforized pair of denim, which will shrink up to 10% with the first soak, and then stretch out with wear. Learn more about Unsanforized denim through ourRaw Denim Care Guide, and also through this infographic! All measurements are based on the way we measure, according to our Fit Guide.