These are the OG-107 Utility Pants TYPE I, a classic piece emblematic of the U.S. Army during the early Vietnam War and the period immediately preceding it. They are a rare, unused item from that era. Items in this condition are rarely found these days.
This item is a DSA-1-1268-63-C, an early model from the 1963 contract. It is a TYPE I, which is highly sought after by collectors among OG-107 pants, and is a rare piece that retains all the early details that were lost in later models.
The OG-107 Utility Pants were adopted in the late 1950s and served as work trousers that supported the daily lives of U.S. soldiers throughout the Vietnam War era.Rather than being combat uniforms, they were used for a wide range of purposes, including work, training, and maintenance duties at military bases, and can be considered the origin of later fatigue pants and modern military pants. Renamed OG-507 after the war, they remained in use for some time and can be considered the foundation of military uniforms.
The greatest appeal of the TYPE I lies in its numerous early specifications, which are not found in later models. It is packed with classic details unique to U.S. military clothing from the 1950s to the early 1960s, such as the smooth texture characteristic of cotton satin fabric, a button fly, side adjusters, and back pockets with flaps.
Furthermore, its condition is particularly noteworthy.
Although manufactured over half a century ago, this is a deadstock item with virtually no signs of wear.The fabric retains its original stiffness, and the deep olive green unique to the OG-107 remains beautifully preserved. 1963 Contract Type I jackets in this condition are disappearing from the market year by year, and it is expected that they will become even harder to find in the future.
It is an impeccable piece, not only as a practical item but also as a collection piece representing early Vietnam War-era equipment and as an archival piece of high historical value.
These OG-107 pants, in truly museum-quality condition, tell the story of a significant turning point in the history of military apparel.
Product Name: U.S. ARMY OG-107 Utility Pants TYPE I
Country of Manufacture: United States Contract
Year: 1963 (DSA-1-1268-63-C)
Size: MEDIUM
Material: Cotton Satin (OG-107)
Condition
These are in excellent condition, likely having been stored unused. While there may be slight signs of aging due to storage, they show almost no signs of wear, and the fabric retains its firmness and color well. This is an exceptionally well-preserved example of a TYPE I from the 1963 contract.
Please note that this is a used item and cannot be returned.
Size (Flat Measurements)
Waist 41 cm, Hip 57 cm, Rise 36 cm, Inseam 80 cm