DSchlagan Posted February 21, 2011 Share #1 Posted February 21, 2011 I picked up these field trousers from a local surplus store about two years ago. They were in un-issued condition. After inspecting their hardware, I noticed why they were as-new; the snap closure on the right hip pocket flap was a little deformed when it's rivet was set. It will not properly close. They appear excellent otherwise. I have worn them several times in cold weather. Question being: Is there any collector interest in such? I certainly would not want to detract from that, should it be the case. [i have spent a fair amount of time in this section attempting to further my knowledge of Uniform collecting. I can see why it is a specialty unto itself!] Thank you for your consideration. Don Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elbertson Posted February 21, 2011 Share #2 Posted February 21, 2011 Aren't they the M-65 field pants? I know I wore them in basic...seems about 20 years ago they were everywhere. I wore out a few pairs since I've been out hunting / working. I'm sure they're worth collecting to some folks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DSchlagan Posted February 21, 2011 Author Share #3 Posted February 21, 2011 Aren't they the M-65 field pants? I know I wore them in basic...seems about 20 years ago they were everywhere. Yes, and I was quite surprised to find these on the rack when I did, and in that kind of shape. They really stood out with all the multitude of BDU's/ACU's that were there. I bought 'em to wear and they fit me well; in retrospect, just wouldn't feel right if they were more on the side of collectible than as knock-a-rounds. Thanks, Don Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garandomatic Posted February 22, 2011 Share #4 Posted February 22, 2011 I've got two pair, comfortable pants, especially with the liners in them in the winter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DSchlagan Posted February 22, 2011 Author Share #5 Posted February 22, 2011 They really are comfortable. Been meaning to find some liners... A couple of days ago, I was looking at my Uncle's WWII ABN trousers, that were worn for probably the next 50 years as hunting pants. They are to the point of having been repaired quite a bit. Still have my Uncle's name and S/N though! Got me kind of wondering a little about the pair pictured... Came across my EGA marked, three pocket HBT field shirt, too. [Can't recall how obtained.] That one is definitely not going to the woods anytime soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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