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Vintage 1957 U.S. Army Khaki Shade No. 1 Cotton Twill Shorts - 1958 IssueItem Overview:
Up for sale is an authentic, wonderfully preserved piece of Cold War era militaria: a pair of Vintage 1957 U.S. Army Khaki Shade No. 1 Summer Uniform Shorts. These shorts feature a heavy-duty 8.2 oz. cotton twill construction, an iconic double-pleated front, deep side pockets, and button-flap rear pockets.Historically issued for warm-weather stations and tropical climates, these shorts were manufactured under contract by Hardwick Woolen Mills, Inc. with an official contract date of February 3, 1958.Size & Specifications:
• Factory Stamp Label: Shorts, Men's, Cotton, Uniform Twill, 8.2 Oz. Khaki, Shade No. 1• Contract/Spec Code: MIL-G-14212A (QMC) / DA-36-243-QM (CTM) 1704-3 FEB. 1958• Pattern Date: 7 MAR. 1957• Measured Size: Regular Waist-32 (Stock No. 8405-292-9367)Condition & Provenance:
Good, structurally sound vintage condition throughout with solid original stitching, fully functional button fly hardware, and crisp internal contract stamps. Pushed directly into long-term attic storage following my father's active service years, these shorts are being sold in completely unaltered, unwashed, attic-fresh condition.Includes the original soldier's hand-stenciled military laundry mark "T-3243" on the inner waistband lining.• Please Note (Attic Storage Stains): Due to decades of sitting undisturbed in attic dust, the fabric shows noticeable dark storage soot lines and age staining on the lower front hem, pockets, and rear seat area as documented in the close-up photos. There are no structural rips, holes, or tears. A wonderful piece of authentic family service history left completely intact for the collector![The buyer will need to wash or professionally dry-clean these shorts upon arrival to remove the accumulated attic dust and storage lines.]Shipping Details:
Shipped securely inside a protective polymailer via fast, tracked USPS Ground Advantage.
