Trousers, Field, Cotton, OD, (M1943), ABN photo1 the short straps connect them

the short straps connect them together on the front and back

Though this was not specifically a rigger-made modification to the uniforms

These are solid color Melamine Resin castings of the original style of 4 hole button used on the M41 style OD Field jacket

Webbing is either cotton khaki to match the US Army khaki cotton summer uniform or OD#3 which is a very light olive/tan shade cotton webbing to be worn with the US Army OD Wool

Sizes run:

Trousers, Field, Cotton, OD, (M1943), ABN photo1 the short straps connect themThese are the matching trousers for the M1943 Field Jacket. This is the modified model with "Airborne Division" style canvas cargo pockets and tie straps affixed to the legs. Some hemming may be required for proper fit. We had our own beautiful windproof 100% cotton sateen fabric custom woven for us to the correct fabric spec with a luxurious sheen to the face. You will note that the US army made these uniforms with the fabric's back (dull) side out