I’ve been wanting to add a pair of these pants to my wardrobe for quite awhile, but they sell out quick on the Japanese sites. This year I started checking all the typical shops (McFly, Speedway Sendai, Monkey Wrench, etc.) in early March because I knew that’s when the new Spring colors pop up every year. This year’s colors were dark olive (I already have too many green pants), and “sepia brown” (perfect, because I sold my “burnt orange” Railcar duck canvas Flight Trousers early last year and have been looking for something similar ever since). Another reason I wanted these pants is because they’re unique. Between the single cargo pocket on the left thigh, the button cinches at the cuffs, and the lightly slubby fabric, I couldn’t resist. I have seen the fabric called kersey on some sites, but from my understanding kersey is a wool fabric, whereas this is 100% cotton. It’s probably more akin to a heavyweight drill, but with the slubby texture it really reminds me of denim more than anything. And while I can’t find the exact ounces anywhere, I can tell you that the fabric is heavier than your typical chino fabric with good stiffness like a canvas or something like a 15-16oz raw denim. I’ve worn the pants five or six times since getting them the week before last and really love the fit. They are nice and comfy through the top block and thighs, with a taper that you can literally adjust thanks to the cinches. One thing to note: they are intentionally cut shorter in length, and as a result I have only worn them with boots so far. I could probably get away with some dark leather shoes as well, but I’d likely opt for some brightly colored socks to add a nice pop of color.

Everything I’ve got on from toe-to-head:

Viberg 2030 Service Boots in Cigar Viking Calf, size 9.5EE

American Trench Mil-Spec Boot Socks in Harvest, OS

Freewheelers Aviator Trousers in Sepia Brown, size 32

Barnes & Moore roller belt in Oak Bark Conker, size 32

Whitesville tubular knit T in heather gray, size L

Fullcount natural indigo denim work shirt, size 42

Buzz Rickson’s William Gibson Collection MA-1 in black, size 40


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