Unissued Belgian Temperate Field Pants
Unissued Belgian Temperate Field Pants

Vendor:Americana Pipedream Apparel

Unissued Belgian Temperate Field Pants

$49.99
Description

Finally, some reasonably priced pants for reasonable temperatures, boasting an unreasonably sick camo. A beautiful pair of battle pants perfect for aggressively asserting your nonalignment or making new friends in resource-rich lands. 

Where the Belgian Paratrooper pants excel in breathability and a lightweight feel, the temperate variant excels in Belgian neutrality. Not too cold, not too hot. Don't invade me and I won't do anything. Maybe I make an alliance with your kingdom; maybe I take some of your stuff... These are the pants of a radical centrist. 

Unlike the paratrooper pants, these are less like KAZ pants and closer to your typical midweight pair of cargo pants. Sadly, the super sick quad button pockets were deleted. Austerity was imposed in the late 90s as Belgium had tried (and would fail) to bring Flemish roads up to a first-world standard. As a result, four buttons became one. One of the cargo pockets was also deleted in an effort to further reduce cost. 

Features:

  • Authentic Belgian surplus 
  • Unissued condition 
  • Five total pockets
  • One cargo pocket 
  • Button-up front
  • Flag patch guaranteed

The Camo: 

One of the most beloved camouflage patterns on the surplus market, nothing hits quite like Belgian Jigsaw. Initially introduced in 1956, the pattern was the nation's first indigenous camouflage design. Niche as such a bold camouflage may seem, it went on to be used for 66 years across multiple variants. 

Many mistakenly believe the flamboyant mix of russet, yellow, green, black, and white was intended specifically for the fall season. A common misconception often attributed to other patterns like Taz 57: the Belgians weren't necessarily trying to obscure a soldier in any one specific environment; the goal was to break up a person's outline by confusing the eye. An interesting approach. Given the nation's geography and history, it's safe to say it was an experiment with no real stakes. While the pattern was initially issued to elite units only, later efforts to standardize Belgium's armed forces made Jigsaw standard issue.

Distinguishing patterns can be difficult, especially when accounting for material differences and fading. Most agree there are generally four types of Jigsaw; all styles used the same set of abstract shapes and (for the most part) colors throughout their respective runs. 

These boast the second iteration of Jigsaw; darker than the original m/56 pattern. This variation was in issue from the 1970s until the 1990s. Expect slightly darker colors, with the iconic white accents present. 

Waist
Waist : 28W
Inseam
Inseam: Regular
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Curious About Sizing?

Given the massive variety of clothing we carry, a standard sizing guide is incredibly helpful for customers seeking the best fit.

Please understand that surplus varies widely in fit and cut and this sizing chart is general advice rather than tailor-level fitting.

Nearly every military has different sizing charts and schemes, which is why we've taken the time to put together this brief tutorial.

 

Jacket & Shirt Sizing

In absence of an established military size chart, we measure each jacket or shirt from armpit to armpit to get a rough idea of how it fits. If a garment is between sizes, we mark it one size down. For example, if a shirt measures 19.75" from pit to pit, it is marked as a small rather than medium.

To measure pit to pit, close up your shirt or jacket and measure from armpit to armpit. 

This is our measurement guide that we use to measure garments without an existing military size chart:

14"-15" PtP = XXS

16-17" PtP = Extra Small

18"-19" PtP = Small

20-21" PtP = Medium

22-23" PtP = Large

24-25" PtP = Extra Large

26-27" PtP = XXL

28-29" PtP = 3XL

Pant Sizing

We typically convert pants to US waist and inseam sizes. If a pair of pants is between sizes, we mark it one size down. For example, if a pair of pants measures as a 33 waist, it is marked as a 32 waist.

To take these measurements we lay a pair of pants flat on the ground. We then measure across the waist and double the measurement. For example, if a pair of pants measures 16" across the waist it will fit a US 32 waist.

To determine inseam we measure from the crotch seam to the bottom of the cuff. For example, it a pair of pants measures 30" from the crotch seam to the bottom of the cuff we will list it as a 30 inseam or 30L.

Surplus Condition Guide

  1. Unissued
  2. These items are brand new. They may sometimes exhibit signs of storage. They may be new in their original factory packaging, but most times will not be. 
  3. Issued; Good / Issued
  4. These items are in issued/used condition but are fully functional. This grade of surplus item may also exhibit signs of use such as stampings, small stains or general dirtiness.
  5. Issued items will not have missing or broken buttons, zippers or be missing any functional components unless noted as such in the product description. Any items you purchase that are marked as "Issued; Good" but exhibit these defects will be replaced free of charge by Americana Pipedream.
  6. Grade 2
  7. These items are in issued/used condition but have defects that impede function. This may include missing buttons, broken zippers, holes and tears. They may also be missing components.
  8. This is the lowest grade of surplus item that we carry and they are not eligible for returns or exchanges due to condition.
Prop 65 Warning

All products that are NOT INTENDED FOR CONSUMPTION OR NOT FOOD PRODUCTS fall under this warning:

“WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer.” WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including arsenic, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.”

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