Original 1955 Dated 1950 Pattern Khaki Drill Shorts – Size 8 in Trousers & shorts

An original pair of British Military 1950 Pattern Khaki Drill shorts in good condition and dating from 1955. This pattern of shorts came into issue with the Royal Air Force at the end of the Second World War but the official pattern came into issue a couple of years later. They saw service for a number of years with the British Army and RAF. This style with the cross belt fastening is now often referred to as ‘Gurkha Shorts’. The shorts feature the cross belt closure and fasten with chrome plate buckles which are removable for washing purposes. Slash pockets are located to each hip and twin rear pockets are present, both of which fasten with a single button. Inside the shorts retain their original maker’s label which is still legible. The size which is marked as No.8. The War Department broad arrow marking is also present as is the 1955 date. The maker’s initials of ‘C. W. S. Ltd’ is also present which denotes The Co-operative Wholesale Society as the maker – Better known today as the Co-op. Due to the style of the waistband the shorts are slightly adjustable but they will suit around a 33′ waist. When fastened they measure – Waist – 16 1/2′ Rise – 16′ Rear rise – 16 1/2′ Inside leg – 10′ Outside leg – 24′ Cuff – 13 1/2′ The shorts are in good condition as can be seen in the pictures. They have clearly been washed and starched at some stage which has then been ironed leaving marks. There is also some staining etc, all of which is reflected in the price. Please study the pictures before purchasing and bear in mind that they have some flaws commensurate with age. All in all a good pair of original 1950 pattern shorts.