Original 1942 Dated British Army Drab Windproof Trousers

An original pair of British Army windproof 'Trousers, Drab' which were made in 1942.

These windproof trousers were only produced in 1942 along with the matching smock which was made in the same material. Based on the same design as the denim smock and trousers and produced in a number of different but similar materials; these examples are made from the lighter weight gabardine fabric which has a notable salt and pepper type fleck. The trousers feature a drawstring waist and a map pocket to the front which fastens with a chocolate brown coloured plastic button - typical of mid-war manufacture. Both the knees and the seat feature reinforcement sections. 

The original label is no longer present but this pattern was only made in 1942.

The trousers are designed to be worn over a uniform so they are cut in a loose manner. The draw string allows the waist to be pulled in and when laid flat they measure - 

Waist - 22 1/2"
Rise - 16 1/2"
Rear rise - 19"
Inside leg - 31"
Outside leg - 45"
Cuff - 10 1/2"

The trousers are in good condition with some signs of wear or use. There is some light staining as can be seen in the pictures but overall they display well and are totally wearable. There are repairs to the legs as illustrated. Please take time to study the pictures before purchasing however and bear in mind that they are a vintage, pre-worn item which may have small flaws commensurate with age. 

A good original pair of windproof trousers in fair condition.    

This is a vintage item which is 'sold as seen'