1940s | US Navy | Naval Trousers | Wool Broadcloth – w28

Description:

Item: Original 1940s United States Navy naval trousers, cut in heavy black wool broadcloth with the classic high-rise silhouette, buttoned waist construction, and traditional naval button detailing across the front. A striking example of wartime military tailoring, designed for durability, structure, and smart uniform presentation.

Era: 1940s

Brand: US Navy

Condition: Heavily worn with extensive moth damage throughout. Multiple small holes are present across the wool, consistent with long-term storage and age. These do not detract from the historical or visual value of the piece, but define it as an archive or character garment rather than a perfect wearable. The structure, cut, and original hardware remain intact, and the trousers still display exceptionally well as a study piece.

Provenance Note:
Pieces like this were never meant to survive. Naval trousers were issued, worn hard, cleaned repeatedly, and replaced without sentiment. Extensive moth wear is not a flaw in this context, it is evidence of age, authenticity, and survival. This is a true relic of wartime uniform production, carrying the kind of honest deterioration that collectors and archivists value far more than artificial perfection. It represents real military history rather than reproduction nostalgia.

Measurements:

Size on garment: N/A     

Waist: 28"

Inner leg: 24"  

Outer Leg: 33"

Trouser cuff: 4"

Condition Notes:

Please be aware. All our true vintage items come with a story, and we cannot guarantee any item will be totally free of marks / damage but anything we think of note will be mentioned. Furthermore, a lot of vintage items gain character because of wear and tear. Buying a true vintage item is not the same as buying new and is not to be confused with second-hand clothing.

We have also tried to accurately depict each garment using a photography setup with over 90% true to life accuracy. 

We do not take photos of inside the garment.

Sizing Notes:

Please take the time to measure up yourself and match to the measurements noted, the way you want the item to fit. We are only a micro business and unable to cover the costs of returns.

Buying true vintage clothing:

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Returns:

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