Vintage 1940s Woods Canada Wool Hunting Pants – Red Buffalo Plaid, Laced Calves

Vintage 1940s Woods Canada Wool Hunting Pants – Red Buffalo Plaid, Laced CalvesExceptional pair of mid century red and black wool hunting trousers, manufactured in Canada between 1947 and 1955. These were produced by Woods Canada, the major supplier of high quality outdoor woolens for Eatons Trailblazer and Simpsons Pioneer lines. The original label was removed by a previous owner, but the construction details match Woods manufacturing with high confidence. Key Features Heavyweight wool in classic red buffalo plaid RAPID metal

Exceptional pair of mid-century red-and-black wool hunting trousers, manufactured in Canada between 1947 and 1955. These were produced by Woods Canada, the major supplier of high-quality outdoor woolens for Eaton’s Trailblazer and Simpson’s Pioneer lines. The original label was removed by a previous owner, but the construction details match Woods manufacturing with high confidence.

Key Features
- Heavyweight wool in classic red buffalo plaid
- RAPID metal zipper (a post‑WWII zipper brand widely used by Woods in the late 40s–50s)
- Metal hook and bar waistband closure
- Original suspender buttons (a mid-century hunting standard, phased out after the 1950s)
- Triangular wool calf gussets with leather laces — a signature Woods Canada design
- Cotton drill interior lining panel for durability
- Rounded wool-backed fly guard, consistent with Woods’ late 40s–50s pattern
- High-rise cut with reinforced waistband
- Side pockets + rear welt pocket

Dating & Maker Identification
These trousers are often mistaken for 1930s pieces due to the suspender buttons and laced calves, but the construction places them firmly in the late 1940s to mid 1950s. The combination of a RAPID zipper, the waistband build, the fly guard shape, and the triangular wool gusset is unique to Woods Canada’s post‑war production.

Measurements:
Waist: snug 34"
Calf width: 7 1/2 (measured at the first lace hole)
Pant inseam: 24 1/4" (meant to be worn with boots)

I am happy to take additional measurements as required.

Condition
Very good vintage condition with less than normal expected signs of wear for 75+ year-old wool. Clean, sturdy, and fully wearable.

A true piece of Canadian outdoor history. Perfect for collectors, bikers, reenactors, heritage workwear fans, or anyone who appreciates authentic mid-century craftsmanship.

Styling Notes
Pairs perfectly with denim shirts or jackets, knits, boots, and all Western or heritage‑inspired looks. A standout winter pant with real 40s authenticity — not a modern reproduction.
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