What is that little pocket in your jeans for?

What is that little pocket in your jeans for?

There are many uses for that little pocket, but the original use might be a surprise.

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People have been wondering what the little pocket in your jeans is meant for - and luckily social media has the answers.

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According to the video, the reason why your jeans have that little pocket is because it was a desirable feature during the 1800s.

The pocket was designed so that people could put their pocket watches in it and protect them from damage.

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People responded by commenting what they use that pocket for these days: “When I used to smoke I used this pocket to store my lighter.”

Watch the video below:

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