Brown Corcoran Jump Boots (WWII Style)

[Dave5337]

Where did you get the WWII canvas leggings? Those are WAY cool!

[Tobus]

Where did you get the WWII canvas leggings? Those are WAY cool!

They are called M-1938 pattern leggings, and you can find these on eBay, as well as various other sources that would carry military surplus. Just search for US Army canvas leggings and you'll get a bunch of results. They generally cost around $15 to $30, depending on condition. These have been a favorite of mine for a number of years, as I use them for hiking here in Texas where cactus and other thorny plants are a nuisance to bare legs. I have 4 or 5 pairs of them.

If you click that last link I just posted, it will take you to a thread with some photos of me wearing the taller US Army pattern leggings. The ones shown above in this thread, as well as the ones I am wearing in this previous thread are the shorter US Marine pattern leggings.

Do pay attention to the sizing notes in that first link, if you're looking to buy a pair. And make sure you put them on the correct way, with the laces on the outside of your leg and the metal tabs pointing rearward. Bad things can happen if they're worn wrong. I've read horror stories of people who wore them with the laces on the insides of their legs, and they ended up getting them tangled up with the laces on one leg catching the hooks on the other, causing nasty falls and broken bones. If you do buy a pair and intend to wear them, you'll likely want to replace the original laces with new ones. I learned that lesson on the trail one day when the old lace broke. There just isn't any way to keep them on when that happens. Also, these leggings are not very forgiving for wearing over any kind of shoe or boot that has top padding around the edge. There's just too much bulk underneath.

They do take a few minutes to put on and get laced up comfortably, but I find them very comfortable, supportive, and protective for rigorous outdoor activity. And of course, I like the look.

[Thekiltedmohawk]

That's a pair of great boots you got there, sir! Good choice.

I have one in black to go with my dark tartan colored kilts.

[jthk]

Fabulous looking boots. I follow suit and, depending on the weather, wear Dr Martens or other tallish boots with a utility or traditional kilt. I reserve my hose, flashes, and dress shoes for when I need to be more dressed-up.

Best,
Jonathan

[MacKenzie]

Good looking boot. Like the leggings too.

[Profane James]

So...I had to get some of these and give them a try. Unfortunately, not for climbing boots - midsole is way too built up for shanks, stirrup barely reaches the other side
Lesson learned

[Loxlie]

I've thought of wearing my desert boots from DS. Think they would look good with a desert or dark brown utility kilt.

[Cavalry Scout]

I've thought of wearing my desert boots from DS. Think they would look good with a desert or dark brown utility kilt.

I wear mine all the time when I wear a utility kilt. I have at least five sets of boots, and they're my go-to footwear.

[Jmc0369]

Tobus, great boots and your execution with or without the gaiters looks great. I have a discontinued model of Corcorans (4500 desert jump boot) and love them. Though they have some seems busting that would indicate to me that the quality may be slipping. They are off for repair to Role Club for some custom stacked leather and honey vibram soles. I wear them primarily with selvage denim. My Red Wing Iron rangers in amber harness leather have taken a spit shine very well and infact wore them last night with my Leatherneck Tartan and black safari shirt. The deep brown leathers look nice in my opinion with the Leatherneck. I would in a heart beat wear your Corcorans as well, though, I may be tempted to cut them down to 7".

Jon

[Riverkilt]

Just checked out the web site for Corcoran and surprise - they're having a sale. Looks like about 1/3 off on everything. Can't beat a deal like that.