Callahan Dress Trousers - Steel Gray

SKU: 008523-26

$86.95

In stock

You'll take our Callahan Dress Trousers to task, literally. Pleasingly practical, these useful pants will see you through your workday, followed by dinner out with your lady. It's what to wear on your bottom half for that vintage 19th-century look.

Slip on these trousers and you'll notice the higher-sitting waist and button-up fly—not to mention the suspender buttons and notched back with adjuster buckle. These are all era-specific design features found in pants from the 1800s. One inset rear pocket and two front side-slant pockets provide room for a gentleman's smaller items.

Made from a comfortable, wrinkle-resistant blend of 70% polyester, 18% wool, and 12% rayon. Unlined. Dry cleaning recommended, but may be washed in cold water and line dried. Imported. 36-inch inseam. Available in sizes 26–60. Part of a matched Callahan set. See our entire Callahan Collection.

Don’t forget suspenders! (Sold separately.)

Size Guide

Sizing Notes

As you can see from the photos, these old fashioned trousers sit higher on the body than modern pants do.

For best fit, measure your torso (in inches) just below your belly button, and select this size of trousers.

In many cases, this will be one or more size above your customary pants size.

Inseam

Our trousers come with a 36 inch inseam. If you need them shorter, you will need to have them tailored locally to your desired fit.


Mens Sizing Guide

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John D Watson

The size was completely off. I asked for a size 44, and these are a 38 at best. And the length is ridiculous.

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HARVEY LINSCOTT

Requires tailoring, but after that they are awesome. they look great with Callahan black Frockcoat and Planter hat. Doc Holliday would have been proud to wear these items

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George Allen
Callahan Suit

Trousers fit well , I have yet to have the legs hemmed to length . Very happy with the purchase

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Sage
Loved the quality

I ended up returning these because I got a size too big, and since I got the Livingston brushed trousers, I decided I didn't need a second black pair. These feel very nice, light, and comfortable, and I'll probably come back to get these again in the proper size because the brushed cotton trousers are so heavy.

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Charles Johnston
Very comfortable pair of trousers.

I have a string band and our attire is Victorion period outfits. I also wear the pants to church with a vest. With a modern necktie no one knows that the trousers are period except for the adjustments on the backside.

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keven courbois

Too tight @ 32, I'm 30/31. Returned.

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Basseltx
Great fit and finish

Fabric is a bit light which maybe affects the lay of the trousers slightly. Other than that, they fit great and seem to be well constructed. Beware that you must measure your "waist" around the belly button for a proper fit.

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D K Roberts
Very nice trousers

Banquet after our state SASS shoot. Nice trousers, comfortable & fit perfectly

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N
Great pants.

These pants are precisely what I was looking for. Solid, fit well, good fabric and color (note that pant sizes do not directly correlate to waist measurements). Not difficult to hem, either.

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paul k
comfortable

I had to get the length altered but they fit great and are quality

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Gerry Van Booven

Very fine pants.

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David Swisher

Ordered 1 size larger but still snug

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Kyle H
Nice boots!

Fit very well and quite sturdy! They look great. They have a very Victorian/turn-of-the-century look to them. Look great with a frock coat and top-hat!

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Rodney Jester

Exactly as advertised

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Allen Osterman
Historical Western event

Producted looked great well made

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Dondi Stephens
Excellent quality and exactly as hoped for

Will be wearing this to Dickens on The Strand 50th anniversary celebration.

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MRS. H

Love the fit of the pants. A bit long had to shorten.

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Jimmy
Best Trousers

Love these trousers! They fit better than any pair of trousers I’ve ever owned. Great feel and weight & seem very durable. Using the sizing chart proved to be the difference. I’m a 32 in the waste, and per the sizing chart, I ordered a 34 as they are high-rise trousers. Perfect! The length must be tailored to fit your height .. they come 36” length. My tailor charged me $12 to fit them .. like stealing! Again, the best fit of any trousers I’ve ever owned. By the way, after placing my order, they arrived so fast that I had to duck! No Pony Express with these guys. I’ll be doing more shopping with Historical Emporium.

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Rick
Callahan Dress Trousers

Very nice pants, love the fit and look. I originally ordered my usual pants size and they were too small (website does say to measure just below your belly button, generally a size or two bigger than your normal, my mistake). I returned for a larger size, quick, easy, no hassle exchange. Received replacement within 2 days, they fit great! Will be ordering more items soon.

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Mark Sauerbrey
Pant sizing

Pant was cut way to tight in the legs and seat. You were out of 36 waist which is what I wear, so I ordered 38 waist. Waist was way to big but thigh and seat was way to small

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Andrew
Callahan trousers

Just need to shorten the trousers a couple of inches, other than that just great.

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Ink
Great pants

High quality material and stitching. Fits true to size, so you don't have to order a size larger or smaller to get a good fit.

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tom
All Correct

All Correct!

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Anonymous
better than expected

The pants are good quality, well finished, with some nice features. The fit was just right. Watch pocket, and the pocket details were definite nice touches.

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Marc
Perfect!

Absolutely pleased with these trousers. I had to hem and taper mine as I am quite thin and found the length a bit too long. Other than those small issues, I love them. Great material. In regard to customer service, I have nothing but good things to say. Very fast shipping and hassle free return.

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Anthony A
Pant Legs are pretty long, get them tailored once received

I bought these for my costume this year and wanted something authentic. I found this and ordered it. Came in two days later and I tried it on but, the legs were pretty long. I'm 5"7 so I'm not that tall, for what it's worth the material and quality is top notch so I would definitely buy from them again. Just keep in mind that the legs will be long if you are on the short side so have someone tailor it or find a local tailor to make the adjustments.

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Rob
Delighted!

Perfect fit and most comfortable! A favorite pillar of my daily wear wardrobe. Fast shipping and excellent customer service. Unbeatable shopping experience!

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Keri
Trousers

Excellent style and fit. Did need to add spandex gussets as we were using them for a dance piece. Pants all held up well and looked as good after being worn for a week as they did when we first fit them.

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Ava W.
Good trousers

These trousers fit my husband well. He wears them with Leather Buckle Suspenders – Black (which he LOVES!). They look good with his Victorian Formal Tailcoat - Black Wool. Thank you!

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Grace
Well made, but large

Well made trousers, good quality fabric, but the size we ordered was too big. We returned & re-ordered a smaller size.

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sylvesterq04
No Way

I'm not happy with the product. At all! Just not what I had in mind. The fit is terrible, the material is substandard and the overall product is dreadful. The fact the organization sent me an invitation to review the product is a reminder to return the trousers for a refund.

Yuck!

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Keith
Cool style

I get lots of complements when I wear the high waisted trousers I get from Historical Emporium. I have several different pairs. The Callahan dress trousers are particularly sharp when paired with the vest. Does require hemming due to length, but that is very affordable at a local tailor. The retro style allows me to be comfortable in just short and pants, but not too casual. Perfect.

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Jerry Taylor
Excellent

Great quality and historical accuracy made for a splendid suit.

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