[Review] Warehouse 1101 2nd Hand Selvedge 'Light Used Wash': The Ultimate 1960s Vintage Replica

 

Hello, this is Lislab.

Today, I’m introducing the Warehouse 1101 2nd Hand 'Light Used Wash' model. Warehouse is one of the "Osaka Five" and is widely considered the pinnacle of vintage reproduction (repro) denim.

The 2nd Hand line offers a comfort level that raw denim can’t match, combined with artistic washing details. Specifically, the 1101 model is renowned for perfectly replicating the 1960s Levi’s 501 silhouette. I’m excited to share the 60s-inspired aesthetics intended by Warehouse, along with the detailed measurement data captured by Lislab.

< Warehouse 1101 Style & Fit >

'Style & Fit' link

Lislab Spec

Height/Weight: 171cm/65kg

Body Type: Slender

Size: Waist 30

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Warehouse 1101 Size: 33 (Size up 3)

01. Product Details

"Recreating the 1960s Vintage"

• Fit: Regular Straight - A Classic silhouette inspired by the 1960s Levi's 501, featuring a comfortable rise and a straight leg.

• Condition: 1 Years of wear / No Wash.

• Features: 'Light Used Wash' (Brightest light-blue wash).
• 12oz lightweight fabric with a soft touch due to the intense washing process (perfect for summer).
• Optimized for Asian physique with a cropped length—no hemming required.
• Faded paper patch, yellow selvedge line, and oxidized vintage copper rivets.

The Warehouse 1101 2nd Hand feels familiar from the very first wear, as if you’ve owned it for years. It skips the stiff, heavy break-in period of raw denim, leaving only the "beauty" of vintage wear. The attention to detail—the naturally faded red tab, the frayed stitching on the back pockets, and the aged paper patch—is truly breathtaking.

This series is not just a "pre-washed" jean; it is a meticulous recreation of 60s archives. Warehouse uses laser-washing techniques on mannequins set in specific poses to achieve realistic whiskers and honeycombs. Even the oxidized rivets and buttons make you wonder about the craftsmanship involved. This is why Warehouse is called the master of vintage repro.

02. Sizing

"Choosing by Wash Intensity and Cropped Length"

<Warehouse 1101 2nd-Hand 'Light Used Wash' Size & Measurement Chart>

* Note: This chart is specific to the 'Light Used Wash'. Measurements for Dark or Medium washes may vary. Data is a recompiled average by Lislab, based on Warehouse official guides and measurement data from global premium denim retailers. Please note that raw denim may have slight individual variations; use these figures as a reference point for your size selection.

The 2nd Hand line is divided into three wash levels:

• Dark Used Wash - Mid-blue (Minimal shrinkage)​

• Medium Used Wash - Mid-to-light blue (Moderate shrinkage)​

• Light Used Wash - Light blue (Maximum shrinkage due to intense processing)

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Since these are heavily pre-washed and heat-dried, further shrinkage is negligible. However, the lighter the wash, the smaller the actual fit due to heat treatment. You must focus on actual measurements rather than the tag size.

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ex) If your true waist is 30:

• Dark Used Wash​ - Size 31 (1 size up)

• Medium Used Wash - Size 32 (2 size up)

• Light Used Wash - Size 33 (3 size up)

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I personally wear size 32 for the 1105 model (Medium Wash) and size 33 for this 1101 model (Light Wash) to achieve the perfect fit.

< Size Selection Guide >

Curious about how to find your perfect fir for the 'ultimate pair'?

03. Aging Data

"The Gift of Time from Warehouse"

1-Year Measurement Data (Size 33):

• Waist: 41cm > 40.5cm (0.5cm decrease)
• Front Rise: 28.5cm > 28cm (0.5cm decrease)

While my pair measures slightly slimmer (approx. 0.5cm) than the general guide, this is a minor variation in measurement technique or individual pair variance. Essentially, there is no significant data change. Even after a year, it maintains the same optimized fit as day one.

The 1101’s regular straight fit provides excellent breathability and a deep rise for comfort. Its perfectly cropped length makes it a top-tier "Heritage Asset" that can be worn year-round, especially in summer.

Many people hesitate to buy pre-washed denim because of "unnatural" fading. However, Warehouse is different.

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The uniform, natural fading achieved through their process feels like looking at a raw denim pair you’ve carefully curated and washed for years.

Closing: Searching for the Perfect Light-Blue Denim

Some value the process of breaking in raw denim more than the result. I am one of them. However, the Warehouse 2nd Hand series provides "overwhelming quality" that justifies the shortcut.

The 1101 model complements various body types with its relaxed thigh and perfect "no-break" length, creating a sophisticated vintage silhouette. If you are looking for flawless light-blue denim for the upcoming spring and summer, I highly recommend the Warehouse 1101 2nd Hand.

Thank you for reading this long journey.

Sincerely, Lislab

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