Original Experimental USMC Urban T-Pattern / T-Bloc BDU Combat Trousers – Size Large Long, Goodwill Industries (1998)
Description
Designed to pair with the experimental combat coat, these trousers were fielded during late-1990s military evaluations for Military Operations in Urban Terrain (MOUT), most notably during the USMC Operation Urban Warrior trials in 1999. The geometric arrangement of rectilinear "T" shapes was engineered to break up the human silhouette against structured vertical and horizontal concrete backdrops. Because the pattern was never adopted for general service issue, genuine test trousers remain ultra-rare pieces of US military uniform history.
Historical Context and Provenance Manufactured under official government evaluation contracts in 1998, this pair was issued for troop trials and represents an authentic, serialized prototype artifact for advanced military collectors.
Specific Details, Features, and Condition
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Cut & Pocket Layout: Standard 6-pocket military BDU configuration featuring two front slash pockets, two rear button-flap pockets, and two high-capacity expandable thigh cargo pockets with concealed button closures.
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Reinforcements & Adjustability:
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Reinforced double-fabric seat patch and articulated knee panels.
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Waistband adjustment tabs with blackened metal friction slide buckles for custom fitting.
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Button fly closure and nylon drawcords at the ankle cuffs for blousing over combat boots.
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Fabric Composition: Robust 50% Nylon / 50% Cotton (NYCO).
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Specification Labels:
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Size Tag: LARGE - LONG, Inseam: 32 1/2 TO 35 1/2 IN., Waist: 35 TO 39 IN., STOCK NO. 8415-00-NSH-0414, NATO SIZE 8390/8999.
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Instruction Label: TROUSERS, URBAN TERRAIN, Contract: DAAN02-98-P-8958, Contractor: GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF SOUTH FLORIDA, INC.
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Condition: Issued military surplus in undamaged, top-grade condition. The fabric weave remains sturdy, colors are well-defined, and all original buttons, drawstrings, and metal hardware are present and fully functional.
