These cargo pants, inspired by 1980s Canadian military style, combine durability with practical design. Featuring high-positioned cargo pockets perfect for maps and a drawcord waist for a secure fit, they are ideal for outdoor adventures or everyday wear. The blend of cotton and polyester ensures comfort while standing up to the rigors of use. With a reputation for reliability, these pants reflect a heritage of craftsmanship and functionality, making them a staple for those who value both style and utility.
From the brand: DESCRIPTION
Originally based on Canadian military combat trousers from the late 1980s, this model was designed with a focus on strength, practicality, and long-term field performance. Its construction reflected the Canadian Forces’ approach of the era: clean lines, reinforced stress points, and details meant to hold up during extended operations.
Canadian designs stood out for their precision and restraint, with high-positioned cargo pockets sized for folded maps and a drawcord waist for an adjustable, secure fit. By the 1990s, the model had earned a quiet reputation within NATO circles for its reliability in harsh environments — visiting U.S. and British troops were even known to trade their own gear with Canadians to secure a pair, a discreet mark of respect among soldiers.
ERA
Contemporary reinterpretation by UNIVERSAL SURPLUS
ORIGIN
1980s Canadian Army
FABRIC
51% Cotton / 49% Polyester
SIZE & FIT
Irving is 1m78, 69kg — wearing size US30 / FR40
SIZE
WAIST
OUTSEAM
INSEAM
LEG OPENING
US28 / FR38
38.5 CM
103 CM
79 CM
20.5 CM
US30 / FR40
40.5 CM
104 CM
80 CM
21 CM
US32 / FR42
42.5 CM
105 CM
81 CM
21.5 CM
US34 / FR44
44.5 CM
106 CM
82 CM
22 CM
US36 / FR46
46.5 CM
107 CM
83 CM
22.5 CM
HOW TO MEASURE
Measurements are taken laid flat.
(A) Waist:
Measured from side to side of the waistband.
(B) Outseam:
Measured from top of the waistband to the bottom hem.
(C) Inseam:
Measured from crotch seam to bottom hem.
(D) Leg Opening:
Measured straight across the bottom hem.
INFO
CARE
Machine wash 30°C
Do not bleach
Do not tumble dry
Dry clean allowed
PRODUCTION
Made in China
