Belgium OD M88 Field Pants

Belgian M88 Field Trousers

These are M88 field pants issued by the Belgian Army, cut from olive drab cotton for everyday work in the field. The design is simple: an adjustable drawstring waist, one flapped thigh pocket, extra fabric at the knees and ties at the ankles so the hems close over boots. Collectors and reenactors of the Belgian armed forces buy them, and so do people who want plain, sturdy work trousers for the yard, the range or a camp.

Features

• Genuine Belgian Army Issue — These trousers were made for the Belgian military to its M88 pattern and are not a commercial copy.
• OD Green Cotton — The fabric is cotton in OD green (olive drab, the muted military green used on field uniforms), which is comfortable and breathes well in mild weather.
• Drawstring Waist — A cotton tape drawstring runs through the waistband so you can cinch the fit rather than relying on a belt.
• Button Waist Closure — A single button fastens the top of the waistband above the fly.
• Flapped Thigh Pocket — A cargo pocket on the side of the leg has a covering flap to keep small items from falling out.
• Reinforced Knee Panels — A stitched panel across each knee adds a layer of fabric where field trousers take the most abrasion.
• Tie-Off Ankle Cuffs — Drawstring ties at each hem pull the legs closed over boots to keep out dirt, brush and insects.
• Straight Military Cut — The legs are cut roomy and straight so you can kneel, crouch and climb without the fabric binding.

Original Belgian Pattern

The M88 designation marks these as a Belgian service pattern, and the details match what an army asks of a field trouser: adjustable waist, closable cuffs and a knee that holds up to wear. Because they are original government-issue garments, they carry the provenance that matters for a correct Belgian kit display or impression. They also work well as hard-wearing cotton trousers for outdoor chores and camping.