What it's for
Overalls, work coats and dungarees from the brands that dressed farms, railroads and factories. They were built to be used, so most survivors are worn and repaired, and good ones are judged on fabric, hardware and sound repairs rather than on looks.
5 models we cover.
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Lee · Straight leg
191-ZAbout 1950 into the 1970s
$25–$45 typical ask
51 on eBay
Big Yank · Overalls
Bib overall1970s
$40–$70 typical ask
7 on eBay
Big Yank · Jackets and coats
Coverall1950s
$60–$150 typical ask
12 on eBay
Big Yank · Straight leg
Dungarees1950s
$35–$70 typical ask
51 on eBay
Wrangler · Overalls
Bib overall1920s to the 1950s and later (Super Big Ben from 1936)
$35–$55 typical ask
76 on eBay