Rothco Midnight Navy Blue BDU Style Cargo Shorts

BDU Cargo Shorts

Rothco's BDU style cargo shorts take the cut of the military Battle Dress Uniform trouser (the BDU, the US forces' field uniform for decades) and shorten it for warm weather. The result is a pair of shorts with six pockets that carry far more than standard casual shorts. They work for hiking, camping, range days and everyday wear, and the midnight navy blue color suits uniformed security and public safety crews who need a dark, plain look.

Features

• Cotton-Polyester Blend — The 55% cotton, 45% polyester fabric pairs the comfort of cotton with polyester's resistance to shrinking and wrinkling.
• Six-Pocket Layout — Two front slash pockets, two rear pockets and two side cargo pockets give you plenty of places to spread out your load.
• Side Cargo Pockets — Large flapped pockets on each thigh have pleated sides that expand to hold everyday carry (EDC) items such as a phone, multitool or flashlight.
• Button-Down Rear Pockets — Flaps over both back pockets button shut so a wallet stays put when you sit, crouch or climb.
• Front Slash Pockets — Angled openings at the hips make it easy to reach in for keys or change.
• Adjustable Waist Tabs — Pull tabs on each side of the waistband let you cinch the fit without relying on a belt alone.
• Button Fly Closure — The front fastens with buttons in the traditional BDU manner instead of a zipper.
• Belt Loops — Loops around the waistband take a standard or tactical belt.
• Midnight Navy Blue — A deep, near-black navy that reads as uniform-appropriate and pairs easily with black boots and duty gear.

Fabric And Fit

These shorts are a commercial reproduction of the BDU pattern, not military surplus, and they are made in China. The blended fabric is lighter and quicker drying than all-cotton twill, and it holds its color through repeated washing better than pure cotton. The hem falls just above the knee, and the side tabs let you fine-tune the waist between sizes.