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Buzz Rickson white-space: nowrap">U. S. Army Trousers, Wind Resistant (First-Model Vietnam Jungle Trousers)
Buzz Rickson white-space: nowrap">U. S. Army Trousers, Wind Resistant (First-Model Vietnam Jungle Trousers)
Prices subject to change without notice
*Price includes
U. S. customs duty,
processing fees, currency-
conversion fees and
shipping & insurance from
the manufacturer to the USA.
*UPS Ground insured within the contiguous 48 states. We combine shipping with multiple items, offer expedited shipping, and ship to other locales inside or outside the USA. Please see full shipping options, terms & conditions.
- Product Information
- Sizing Tips
- Product Measurements
- Measuring Garments
- Body Measuring
- Product Information
The master designers at Buzz Rickson’s have recreated a GI classic made famous in the early years of the Vietnam War; officially known as “Trousers, wind Resistant,” these formed the bottom half of the 1st-model jungle suit. This is the highly desirable, rare 1st model made of poplin with exposed gloss-finished buttons and outfitted with leg ties hidden in the cargo pockets, as worn during the early days in Nam, though sometimes seen still being worn even at war’s end. This style clearly had its design rooted in the WWII white-space: nowrap”>U. S. Army parachutist’s trousers, though issue of these trousers was to all troops and not specific. The trousers were made instantly recognizable and famous in the 1967 film “The Green Berets,” prominently worn by John Wayne and the rest of the cast portraying members of the 5th Special Forces while “in country.”
The overall design is incredibly practical, stylish, and so very functional in many capacities, thanks to the expandable cargo pockets with drain holes. Combat attrition, post-service life among the veterans, sales in surplus stores for hunters, fisherman, and the like, plus relatively low production numbers before they were replaced by the 2nd model, rendered the 1st-model trousers scarce not long after the events of the era; today, vintage examples in new condition will fetch a hefty price in the collector market.
No design detail has been missed on this Buzz Rickson’s copy, which includes custom manufacturing of the lightweight all-cotton poplin on vintage looms to perfectly match white-space: nowrap”>U. S. Army specs., including assembly using vintage industrial sewing machines. The buttons have also been custom made of genuine urea, not incorrect, cheap plastic, and inside the jacket you’ll find all of the authentic labels that appeared on these early trousers, making this the ultimate copy of an all-time classic. Of course, this Buzz Rickson’s trouser copy comes crispy new and unwashed, so if you don’t want to look like some FNG who just got in from the World, you’ll want to wash them a few times before wearing.
The only other 1st-model “jungle trousers” to match the precision of Buzz Rickson’s masterpiece are those prized, vintage examples in collections and veteran’s attics. Please note all of these authentic features and details:
• Two expandable, bellows pockets outfitted with exposed buttons
• Custom manufacturing of genuine, gloss-finished urea buttons precisely matching the buttons of the 1st-Model trousers
• Button-down pocket flaps on butt pockets
• Two-position adjustment tabs at waist-back area
• Custom manufacturing of the exact weight and weave all-cotton, water-repellant poplin produced on vintage looms
• Custom manufacturing of the exact type of all-cotton labels found on 1st-Model trousers
• Hidden compass pocket inside left cargo pocket
• Leg tapes inside each cargo pocket
• Drawstring at the leg cuff opening of each leg
• Concealed buttons on frontal closure
• Internal flap with buttons behind frontal closure
Sizes available: Sm., Med., Lg. & XL. Please see SIZING TIPS to obtain the correct fit.
Buzz Rickson’s products are imported from Japan
- Sizing Tips
SIZING TIPS
About this Style: These are medium-cut, straight-leg trousers with a wide thigh and higher rise. Most customers love the fit and style of these, finding them to be very comfortable, stylish, easy to wear, and with ruggedness to spare.
There is an adjustment tab with two button positions located on each side at the waist providing for one-inch adjustments in size, thus the maximum waist-circumference measure listed under PRODUCT MEASUREMENTS can be reduced by two full inches. For example: Size XL has a maximum waist-circumference measure of 37″, but by adjusting the tabs to the smaller position, a measure of 35″ can be achieved. Conversely, a size Lg. has a maximum measure of 35″, but it can also be reduced to 33″, though the rest of the trouser (thigh width, cuff opening, seat, etc.) will still remain in the proportions of a size Lg.
Tip 1: Follow the instructions entitled “How to Use Product Measures to Obtain a Good Fit” listed under the PRODUCT MEASUREMENTS tab for this product. After finding no substantive conflicts with your body measures obtained under the BODY MEASURING tab, order this garment in a size that corresponds closely to the circumference of your waistline where you wear your trousers. For example: If you measure 36” in circumference at your waistline, order size XL. If you prefer a roomier or longer fit, then order the next available size after reviewing all relative measures that pertain to that size, and if you prefer a more snug fit, then go down one size.
Tip 2: Please note that your waist circumference measure is not necessarily the labeled size you wear in another pair of trousers you may own from a different maker or even the same maker, so please take the time to obtain your true waist circumference measure so as to compare to our chart of measures; this will enable us to perform a better job getting you the right size and minimize your chances in having to deal with the hassle and cost of exchanges.
Please ask us for fitting advice if in doubt.
Tip 3: Individuals who prefer looser fits can go up a size if they so choose. Those with a waist measure that is more than 1” in excess of our largest size available should not order this product. If you are unsure of the size to order we will assist you; please contact us with the following information: Waist circumference measure at your waistline where you wear your trousers, inseam measure, as well as the type of fit you prefer: Trim or roomy.
- Product Measurements
PRODUCT MEASUREMENTS
The following table provides actual product measures. These measures are provided as an aid because, in conjunction with our SIZING TIPS for each product, they can sometimes be very useful when comparing the measurements from this garment to the measures of your body and other trousers you may own.
Our measures were derived from averaging many garments of the same size from each specific size in the range of any given product, thus the measures provided are representative for each size but they may not be exactly what you will receive. Some fluctuation in size is normal and to be expected, especially in these garments that have been manufactured on vintage machinery using natural fibers; the vintage machinery and techniques that create sought-after looks and fabrics are also less precise than machines contemporary to the current era. Please note that we measure the true waist circumference and we do NOT measure the waist by simply doubling the width of the waist area.
Size Sm Med Lg XL Waist 31″ 33″ 35″ 37″ Inseam 32.5″ 32.5″ 32.5″ 32.5″ Front rise 11″ 11″ 11.5″ 13″ Leg opening 8.25″ 8.5″ 8.75″ 9.5″ Thigh width 11″ 12″ 12″ 13″ How to Use the Product Measures to Obtain a Good Fit:
1) Use the measurements listed for this product and information found under the tab entitled MEASURING GARMENTS to understand our measuring technique.
2) Measure your waist circumference as per the tab on this web site specifically addressing BODY MEASURING (measure your waist either at its widest point or where you wear your trousers, or if you have a hefty mid-section and wear your trousers below your belly, then measure the circumference where you wear trousers). Compare your waist measure to the waist measure of this product.
3) Again, using the measurements listed for this product and information under the tab entitled MEASURING GARMENTS to understand our measuring technique, measure the various other areas of your body, such as inseam length and front rise, etc., then compare to our product.
4) You can also compare the measures of our product to measures on trousers you may currently own to see how our product compares.
5) Using your body measures and the listed garment measures for our product and/or any comparisons to trousers you own, follow the advice found under the SIZING TIPS tab specific to this product to obtain a good fit.
A Good Fit:
This is highly subjective – what one person may think is too big, another may think fits perfectly. Some garments are cut quite generously and others are cut quite trimly. If comparing measurements of one of our products to another you may own, some individuals will surely find that none or maybe only one area of measure is commonly shared or remotely close to being the same. Ultimately, waist measure is the most important area to properly fit, then all other areas of measure will have to fall into place.
It is best to compare your actual body measures to the listed measures of this product AND follow the advice found under the SIZING TIPS tab to obtain a good fit.
- Measuring Garments
MEASURING GARMENTS
This section will explain and illustrate the measuring techniques we employed to derive the garment measurements found under the PRODUCT MEASUREMENTS tabs related to each of our products; additionally, this section provides the educational tools to enable the accurate measuring of any garments you may have access to for comparison. Garment measurements are invaluable when used in conjunction with the instructions found under the tab BODY MEASURING, as well requisite for following our advice found under the tab SIZING TIPS.
Please click on the appropriate link below that relates to the product category for which you wish to ascertain garment-measuring instructions:
- Body Measuring
BODY MEASURING
Measuring for Jackets and Shirts
Please take these measures wearing just a thin shirt or undershirt or with no shirt at all. Simply note the following measures on a sheet of paper so you can comapre your findings to our listed measurements found under the PRODUCT MEASUREMENTS tab or so you can request assistance from us. Please always refer to the information found under the SIZING TIPS tab that is specific to each product.A) CHEST—Measure high under armpits, spanning the widest part of your chest, then wrap tape around for one 360-degree complete circumference measurement.
B) SLEEVE – Measure from the nape of the neck to the shoulder edge, then down the arm to the bottom of the wrist bone.
C) WAIST – Measure the widest part of your waistline for a complete 360-degree circumference measurement.
D) HEIGHT – Your total overall height
E) BODY WEIGHT – Your total body weight
A Good Jacket Fit
There is no industry standard for grading size: Any jacket we offer in, say, size 42, may very well not be the same measure as another jacket of the exact same size made by a different company, or even if made by the same company. Ultimately, chest measure is the most important area to properly fit, then all other areas of measure will have to fall into place. And some individuals who are extremely tall may find that body and/or sleeve length are more important to accommodate than even chest measure.
Do NOT attempt to guess your size in our jackets, and please understand that no jacket can be two jackets in one (you may have to make a compromise in fit somewhere). The best look is achieved wearing a shirt and undershirt, or a medium-weight sweater with undershirt; the goal being a trim, sleek look. If the application of our jackets is with multiple layers of clothing, then the original look will be compromised. When purchased oversized, please keep in mind that the jacket will fit NOT trimly but LOOSELY when fewer clothes are worn.
It is best to compare your actual body measures to the measurements of one of our products found under the tab
PRODUCT MEASUREMENTS, then follow our sizing pointers found under the tab SIZING TIPS, which are specific to each product. And never be reluctant to ask us for sizing advice; we’re here to help you get the best fit possible!As a rule here, if the jacket squares up nicely on the shoulders when worn with the sort of clothing you will wear most of the time, falls about 1 1/2″ below the top of your trousers (if a waist-length jacket), allows you to reach into trouser pockets and recover keys, wallet and change without discomfort or pain, as well as allow normal strides while walking, then this is very likely a good fit and how the jacket would have been worn when originally issued.
Using the good-fit test where one draws their arms across their chest as a barometer for snugness will almost certainly produce some binding in an A-2 jacket of the correct size, and thus push you further up the sizing scale into a very large A-2 jacket. A true 1940s A-2 jacket has no bi-swing action back (as found on the USN M-422A or G-1jackets, USAAF B-6, Tanker jacket, etc.) and is not cut for such a great range of movement as experienced when doing the arm-crossing act. If you can get that sort of movement range without binding in one of our A-2s, then it will surely be rather loose and sloppy when you aren’t drawing your arms across your chest in front of you.
What makes more sense, having a jacket that looks great and feels fine during 90% of your activities, or only when you cross your arms in front of you? Do you walk around with your arms crossed in front of you? The choice is yours and we will gladly oblige all tastes, but do try to get the look originally intended.
Measuring for Caps
Caps – Measure the circumference around the widest portion of the head just above the ears and brow where the cap will sit. The number you derive from this exercise must be converted to a numerical cap size. Please use the chart below to convert your head circumference measure to a numerical cap size, which will then enable you to following the SIZING TIPS for our caps to place and order.If you need any assistance, please contact us.
Head Circumference Inches Head Circumference Centimeters Hat Size 22″ 56 cm 7 22 3/8″ 57 cm 7 1/8 22 3/4″ 58 cm 7 1/4 23 1/8″ 59 cm 7 3/8 23 1/2″ 60 cm 7 1/2 Measuring for Gloves
Gloves – Measure the circumference around the widest portion of the knuckles (excluding thumb) while holding your hand flat. The number you derive, say, 9”, is your numerical glove size. With select glove styles on this web site we ask you to provide us with this number derived from measuring your hand knuckle circumference, then we’ll make the correct size selection for you in conjunction with your input. Where we request this information, please provide the true number even if your hand measure falls between numbers, say, 9 ¼”; you’ll be able to add a memo to your order in the checkout process informing us as to the details of your hand measure and we’ll intereact with you to determine if rounding this number up is the best choice. Always follow the SIZING TIPS for each product to determine what you need to know for ordering.If you need any assistance, please contact us.
Measuring for Jeans and Trousers
A) WAIST – Using a tape measure, measure the full circumference in a 360-degree circle around your waistline where you plan to you’re your jeans or trousers (if you have a large mid-section but plan to wear the jeans or trousers below your belly, then measure the area where you will wear the jeans or trousers). It is sometimes better to measure the widest portion of your waistline regardless of where you actually where your jeans or trousers, which is the case when measuring yourself for a jacket or shirt. Always follow the SIZING TIPS for each product to determine where it is best that you should measure.
B) INSEAM – While wearing the footwear you normally would have on with the jeans or trousers you plan to order, measure your inseam length with a measuring tape beginning at the highest point of either inside leg up in the crotch area and measure down the inside leg to where you want the trousers or jeans to end; the measure you derive is your inseam length. This measuring exercise is best performed by another individual while you are standing upright with you legs straight. You may compare your inseam length to the PRODUCT MEASUREMNTS specific for each product found under the tab of this same name or on the PRODUCT INFORMATION tab.
You may also want to compare other areas of fit for each product, such as front rise or thigh width, which are found under the PRODUCT MEASUREMNTS tab specific to each product.
If you need any assistance, please contact us.
* Prices subject to change without notice.
* Ground insured within the contiguous 48 states. We combine shipping with multiple items, offer expedited shipping, and ship to other locales inside or outside the USA. Please see full shipping options, terms & conditions. Please see full shipping options, terms & conditions.
