Original 1950 Dated RAF Ordinary Airman's Trousers - Size 17 - 32x30

A good original pair of RAF Ordinary Airman's trousers made in 1950 which are identical to wartime pattern.

This pattern of trousers came into use with the RAF during the 1930s and stayed in service well into the 1950s. The trousers feature a fishtail back, a slash pocket to each hip and black coloured plastic brace buttons around the outside of the trousers. The fly fastens with buttons which are also black plastic.

The original label is still present inside the trousers and is bright and legible. It states the size as No.17 which is designed to fit a 33-34" waist. The manufacturer's name is marked as 'L. Silberston Sons Ltd' below which is the War Department broad arrow marking. The 1950 date is also present.

The trousers will suit someone of around a 32" waist and when laid flat measure -

Waist - 15 1/2"
Inside leg - 30"

The trousers are in good condition with some signs of wear and use. There are a few small small moth nips to the front which are illustrated in the pictures. These could be repaired. Overall they are a very wearable pair of trousers but are a vintage, pre-worn item with some small issues consummate with age.

All in all a good pair of RAF OA trousers dating from just after the Second World War. They would fill a gap in a collection or could be used for re-enactment.   

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