Sportsman “Frontier” Chinos NOS 2×1 Denim

SPECS Pattern: An original MFSC pattern, inspired by vintage 1940’s-50’s cotton chino twill work pants. Milled by Kurabo (JAPAN) Pocketing: Fancy NOS stripe all-cotton twill, HBT and sateen weave. Relaxed vintage silhouette and fit. Button fly, utilitarian vintage-style black metal “donut” tack fly buttons, and “Deco” design black metal waist button. Flat-felled side seams. Straight side pockets. Rear welt pockets. Original wide & narrow belt loops combo. Adjustable back cinch strap, French vintage NOS metal slide buckle. Fancy New Old Stock stripe fabric pocket bags. Watch pocket. Crotch gusset. MF® “The SPORTSMAN” woven rayon label on waist band, concealed when wearing a belt. 'Open’ overlocked leg bottom, to suit your cuffing preferences (with or without classic fold). SIZING/FIT The Mister Freedom® Sportsman Chinos comes raw/unwashed. This specific 2×1 denim is sanforized, with hardly any shrinkage resulting from a cold soak. Please refer to sizing chart to determine which size works for you. CL's Advice: I opted for a Waist 32, my usual size with mfsc trousers (when W31 is unavailable.) These are cut generously in the waist, with a roomy top block and high rise. I could fit a W30 but personally preferred the fuller leg of the W32 for this particular workwear trousers style. Production comes un-hemmed, with an open/overlocked bottom (about 40” inseam), for your personal cuffing preference, with or without a fold. Hemming can be done with a common single-needle sewing machine (no chainstitch machine required), a service easily provided by your local alteration place. CARE Turn inside-out to avoid marbling of the fabric. This fabric will develop attractive patina over time, according to the owner’s activities, frequency of wear and laundering choices. Note: Due to the nature of indigo dye some color transfer is to be expected. This will subside with wear and washing. STORY The Sportsman chinos are Mister Freedom® take on a beloved American classic, The buckle back and relaxed fit gives them somewhat of a 1950’s vibe, in a traditional work-meets-casual trouser style. This simple design, spiced up with some MF® signature details, is a stable in our ongoing Sportsman Collection. Our fabric of choice for this release is an attractive New Old Stock 2×1 dark indigo denim twill, milled in Japan by the famed Kurabo company. The lightweight yet sturdy 10.5 Oz. denim features a crispy hand with somewhat of a waxy rigid finish. This fabric recalls vintage US Army barrack bags, or early Lee® “Jelt-Denim” overalls and chore coats. This MF® garment is designed and manufactured in California by Mister Freedom®, in collaboration with Sugar Cane Co.