Details

  • Organic cotton
  • 14.2 oz. Japanese rigid selvedge denim
  • Redcast denim
  • Indigo back pocket embroidery
  • Faded orange thread on all other seams
  • Antique silver trims
  • Zip fly
  • Jacron patch
  • Regular fit
  • Mid waist
  • Straight leg
  • Regular leg opening

Made in Italy

100% Cotton

Description

It is with the warmest of welcomes we greet Gritty Jackson Dry Ace Selvage to our range of selvedge jeans. Gritty Jackson is our take on the perhaps most versatile and iconic fit ever - the regular, straight, fit. As such it was inevitable to pair it with the Dry Ace Selvage fabric - one of our absolute favorite selvedge fabrics out there.

The Dry Ace Selvage is an utterly beautiful and sturdy 14.2 oz, redcast selvedge denim. It is woven by none other than Shinya Mills in Okayama, Japan. The warp yarns have been dip-dyed 20 times in pure indigo, giving the denim its dark, pure indigo, redcast tone. The naturally slubby yarns, woven under low-tension, has produced the perfectly chunky and uneven surface structure, making this fabric hit the very spot where imperfection turns into perfection. And that is by no means without cause, Shinya Mills, being outstandingly great at denim, recreated the Dry Ace Selvage fabric by analyzing the denim of a pair of worn-in jeans from the 50s. Dig that, recreating a dry denim from a washed, worn, and torn pair of jeans – that is some reverse engineering right there!

Now, this is just the starting point from which the Gritty Jackson Dry Ace Selvage will evolve from. See, we appreciate Dry Ace in its dry state - but in its worn-in - washed or unwashed - state it is marvelously good looking. Due to its redcast tone it evolves to a clear blue hue, its uneven structure generates a salt 'n pepper structure, and where abrasions get most predominant the wear will generate clear twill lines. Needless to say, this denim justifies its name. So without further ado - behold the almighty Gritty Jackson Dry Ace Selvage!

Care Instructions

Wash only when needed. But when you do, always follow the care instruction, and you'll enjoy your garment longer.

Do not use bleach

Do not dry clean

Iron at low temperature (max 110°C)

Do not tumble dry

Machine wash at 40°C

  • May dry- or wet bleed
  • May shrink up to 3%
  • Please stretch inseam while damp
  • Wash inside out with similar colors

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Reviews

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Reviews

Eric Verified Buyer
2026.03.30

Nice fabric. A good fit - for me.

Grant MVerified Buyer
2026.03.13

These are the best Denims you can buy,I buy one pair a year(now for 3 years)ell different all magical Just get them

Eric SVerified Buyer
2026.03.12

I would rate these as the best pair of jeans I’ve purchased. Immediately put them on , the denim feels great although it’s new .

Christopher MVerified Buyer
2026.03.02

The most Beautiful denim I've had on a pair of Nudies. Deep, rich indigo and surprisingly soft for raws. Wearable and comfortable out of the box through a combination of the denim itself and the fit. The Gritty Jackson is a perfect fit for someone that wants a timeless look that is not tight, but not too baggy. Or a slimmer person that wants to just slightly dip into the baggier style at the moment. 10 out of 10.

RichardVerified Buyer
2026.02.10

Very swift and nice service😀very high quality and fit. Can only recommend ❤️

Jonathan CVerified Buyer
2026.01.31

Time will tell how classic these jeans will be. Great fit out of the bag, stiffness in the denim expected and took a couple of week’s constant wear the break them in but now very comfortable.

Chris BVerified Buyer
2026.01.18

Just the best service ever as always and the jeans are perfect. Thanks for being so consistently brilliant

Mirko SVerified Buyer
2025.12.26

My top 3 selvedge denim jeans Own 3 pair and i live them so much Top quality denim and top quality customer service!

Floris HVerified Buyer
2025.10.20

Ik heb al een drie jaar oude Gritty jackson en deze is van zwaarder katoen. Ik verwacht dat hij mooi oud wordt.

Robert
2025.06.15

Never had fancy blue jeans before. These are awesome.

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CO2 Emission
3,76 kg

Average emission of CO2 for producing this product.

  • Total Primary data: 1.13 kg, 31%. (Nudie Jeans primary data)
  • Total Average data: 1.77 kg, 48%. (Nudie Jeans average data)
  • Total Kering data: 0.86 kg, 23%. (Kering’s Environmental KPIs)

Water Use
520 liters

Average usage of water for producing this product.

  • Total Primary data: 11 kg, 3%. (Nudie Jeans primary data)
  • Total Average data: 53 kg, 11%. (Nudie Jeans average data)
  • Total Kering data: 460 kg, 88%. (Kering’s Environmental KPIs)
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Fit & Size Guide

Gritty Jackson, a classic regular straight jean, featuring a mid-waist, a slimmed hip, and a straight leg. The fusion of a mid-waist and well-proportioned leg room creates a traditional jean silhouette. Jackson stands as our slimmest regular fit crafted from rigid denim.

Regular Straight Jeans

Mid Waist

Zip Fly

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How to return

If you're not happy with the items you received you can return them to us within 14 days (30 days if a member of c/o Nudie Jeans). The items must be unworn in their original condition and with all tags attached. You register your return by visiting www.nudiejeans.com/returns and in our mission to lessen our environmental footprint, we’ve decided to charge a fee for returns. The return fee for your location is 20 EUR.

It's important that you return your product in the same condition you received it. This means labels still attached, and no visible wear marks. Sealed packages with underwear or socks for which the seal has been broken by you can't be returned.

Read more about our return policy.

What is dry denim?

Dry denim, also referred to as "raw" denim or unwashed denim, refers to a pair of untreated denim, which means they have not been washed or bleached. So instead of creating a worn-in look at the laundry facility you break in these jeans yourself. It's a long-term commitment and the outcome will depend on how much you wear them. With time you'll get a personal pair of jeans with whiskers, honeycombs and fading created by your lifestyle.

Below are some tips and tricks to help you with your dry denim journey.

Prevent Dry Bleeding
Dry denim’s deep indigo dye often transfers onto other surfaces—this is called “bleeding.” To protect your shoes from unsightly stains you can:

  1. Cuff your jeans: Roll the hem to create a buffer between your denim and your shoes. This is especially helpful for lighter footwear like sneakers or tan leather boots.

  2. Tape: Taping the inside of your jeans is an efficient solution to avoid dry bleeding. Remember to remove tape before washing!

The First Wash
One of the defining features of dry denim is the fade pattern that develops over time. To achieve sharp contrasts in high-wear areas (like knees and pockets):

  1. Wait at least 6 months before the first wash. This allows the fabric to soften and molds the fades to your unique movements.

  2. Spot clean instead of soaking: If your jeans get stained early on, use a damp cloth to dab away dirt without disrupting the indigo.

Read more about washing.

Size and Fit
Dry denim starts stiff but will stretch over time, molding to your body. When buying a pair, keep the shrinkage in length in mind. They will shrink when you wash them the first few times.

Gritty Jackson Dry Ace Selvage

350 EUR

One of our absolute favorite Japanese selvedge fabrics is back in our most versatile regular fits to date. Behold the almighty Gritty Jackson Dry Ace Selvage!

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Nudie Jeans Gritty Jackson Dry Ace Selvage, men's regular fit jeans in rigid selvedge denim, laid flat and folded.
A well-worn pair of Nudie Jeans Tuff Tony Dry Ace Selvage laid flat, showing heavy fading and unique wear patterns.
Nudie Jeans Gritty Jackson Dry Ace Selvage, men's regular fit jeans laid flat against a white background.
Nudie Jeans Gritty Jackson Dry Ace Selvage, a worn-in pair laid flat showing the back view and its fading potential.
Nudie Jeans Gritty Jackson Dry Ace Selvage, men's regular fit selvedge jeans shown folded and laid flat.
Nudie Jeans Gritty Jackson Dry Ace Selvage, close-up of the jacron patch and back pocket with its indigo embroidery.
Nudie Jeans Gritty Jackson Dry Ace Selvage, close-up of the rigid denim and upturned cuff showing the red-line selvedge.
Nudie Jeans Gritty Jackson Dry Ace Selvage jeans, close-up of the front pocket showing the selvedge detail on the coin pocket.

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