After WWII materials rationing the 501 was simplified. Rather than stitching the trademark Arcuate it was painted on by hand, the crotch rivet, cinch-back and suspender buttons were gone for good on the 1944 501. Belt loops and concealed copper rivets now became standard.

• XUVS Cone fabric
• 14oz  red selvage denim
• Ring ring, pure indigo, 3x1 RHT construction  
• Crotch rivet and cinch back were gone for good 
• Only has belt loops as method of waist  adjustment
• Hidden rivets on back pockets
• Two Horse leather patch
• Single sided big 'E' red tab