The M-1938 Legging - An Introduction

Published: Fall 2008
Author: Mike "Squirrely" Ellis

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Step 6. Pull all the slack, same as step 4:

Step 7. Wrap the lace:

Step 8. Pull the slack:

Step 9. Repeat. Continue to wrap the lace around each hook, proceeding from lowest to highest, taking all slack out of the lace as you go. The secret is to keep your legging lace under control. Don’t pull each loop sloppily, or too tightly – this is what makes leggings uncomfortable!

Introduction-- Background-- Army vs. Navy Markings Wearing Them-- Correct Use Lacing Methods Putting Them On Preparing Step 1-2 Step 3-5 Step 6-9 Step 10 Step 11 Different Ways to Wear Leggings-- Traditional The High Roller The Cut Down No Leggings? Leggings For Dummies War Time Changes-- Reduced Eyelets The Change to O.D. #7 Leggings, Dismounted, O.D. Factory-made Cut Downs? Other Hints and Tips-- Laces Taking Out That Rock Conclusion--