Rothco Olive Drab Vintage Paratrooper Cargo Shorts

Paratrooper Cargo Shorts

Rothco's Vintage Paratrooper Cargo Shorts follow the cut of the field-worn shorts paratroopers wore, with roomy cargo pockets and a pre-washed, broken-in finish. They suit warm days on the trail or at the range, or ordinary wear when you want to keep your keys, phone and small kit in your pockets and your hands free. This is a civilian reproduction made by Rothco, not government-issue surplus.

Features

• Cotton-Polyester Twill — A 55% cotton, 45% polyester blend woven as twill, the diagonal weave used for work and field trousers because it holds up to abrasion.
• Vintage Washed Finish — The fabric is washed before sale, so it arrives soft with a faded, field-worn look instead of stiff and new.
• Six-Pocket Layout — Two front slash pockets, two thigh cargo pockets and two rear flap pockets spread your load around the shorts.
• Expandable Cargo Pockets — The thigh pockets have pleated sides that open out to take bulkier items, with a flap over the top to keep them in.
• Flapped Rear Pockets — Large covered pockets on the seat hold a wallet or folded map more securely than an open back pocket.
• Zipper Fly With Button — A zip fly closes with a single button at the waistband.
• Inside Drawstring Waist — A drawstring running inside the waistband lets you cinch the fit without relying only on a belt.
• Belt Loops — Standard loops around the waist take an everyday or tactical belt.
• Olive Drab Color — The classic muted military green that hides dirt and pairs with most outdoor and tactical gear.

Fabric And Fit

The cotton in the blend keeps the shorts breathable and comfortable against the skin, while the polyester adds strength and helps the fabric keep its shape through repeated washing. The cut sits above the knee with a relaxed leg, and the drawstring plus belt loops give you two ways to dial in the waist. Rothco also makes this style in black and khaki if olive drab is not the color you need.