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. 

Fabric: New Old Stock 2×1 indigo denim twill, 10.5 Oz, dark indigo warp x grey weft, 100% cotton with a subtle waxy finish. 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.
• 100% cotton thread construction, flat felled seams, tonal stitching, green inside chainstitch “MF® Sportsman” signature.
• 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).
• Made in USA.

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. Follow the usual recommended initial method before wearing: cold soak for 30mn, spin dry and line dry. 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

Hand wash or machine wash on delicate, cold water, minimal eco-friendly detergent. Turn inside-out to avoid marbling of the fabric. Line dry only.

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, made in USA for the occasion.

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.