Indian Made British Khaki Drill Trousers

A rare original pair of 1945 dated Indian made British Khaki Trousers in very good condition
This pattern of trousers with the cross belt waist came into issue with British forces in 1944. It stayed in use well into the 1960s under different designations including '1950 pattern'. The waist belt was designed to be adjustable to account for the wear losing weight in hot climates. This style is now often referred to as 'Gurkha pants'.

Inside the trousers the date stamp can still be seen and is typical of those found on Indian made items from WW2. The 1945 date is still legible

There is a dutch button present so probably used by the KNIL after WWII

Waist of the pants is about 41 cm
Length about 110 cm

Code: 56085