WWII M43 Field grey Wool Trousers
Art No#: ANC-16223
Description:
The garment depicted in the image is a pair of
German M43 Field Grey Wool Trousers (historically known as
Keilhosen), commonly issued to the Wehrmacht and Waffen-SS during World War II. [
1]
Key Visual Features & Design Elements:
- Material & Color: Constructed from heavy field-grey (Feldgrau) wool blend cloth designed for combat durability in harsh conditions. [1, 2]
- Waist Construction: Features a high-waisted cut with specific attachment tabs for button-on suspenders / braces extending from the rear waistband. [1, 2]
- Adjustment Tabs: Equipped with integrated side-waist adjustment buckles to tighten or loosen the fit without needing an external belt. [1, 2]
- Tapered Ankles: The lower legs taper down significantly and include white cotton integration ties / stirrup tapes at the cuffs. These ties were designed to secure the trousers snugly inside combat boots or canvas gaiters (Gamaschen). [1, 2]
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