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Q: Why did the prison gangs used saggy pants?
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How did saggy pants start?

prison...the prison gangs used to wear their pants low


Why is saggy a?

Saggy has the short a sound because it is the only vowel in the word. The long vowel sound is used in the word sage because of the e at the end of the word.


What do roman numeral tattoos behind the ear mean?

These are sometimes used to indicate allegiance to prison gangs. For example, Norteno members will sometimes tattoo an XIV ("14") on their bodies.


What kind of old shotgun would have Piedmont stamped on it?

double barrel hammer style 30" semi choke made in 1900s used in prison systems chain gangs


What does a guy with a teardrop tattoo and a bandanna hanging out of left side front pants?

The teardrop tattoo or tear tattoo is a symbolic tattoo that is placed underneath the eye. This tattoo originated with Chicano gangs in California. The meaning was that the wearer had killed someone. Since then, the meaning of the tattoo has, "strayed from its gang roots and is open to meanings.Now, there are various meanings and variations of the teardrop tattoo, which can symbolize losing a loved one or spending time in prison. It is also often used in prison to warn other convicts that the wearer has killed. Some gangs adhere to strict dress codes. A common gang "uniform" consists of khaki pants with sharp creases ironed down the front of each leg, a white T-shirt worn under a plaid flannel shirt, and a bandana. The way the clothing is worn and the color of the clothing varies with the individual gangs. For example, members of some Hispanic gangs wear their shirts buttoned only at the collar, while black gangs wear their shirts open.Certain gangs also favor one side of their bodies. For example one gang may favor the left side of their bodies by wearing their hats turned towards the left, the left leg of their pants rolled up and a bandana on their left side. While their rival gang will favor the right side of their bodies and wear the same type of clothing, on the right side of their bodies.


How many Brims gangs are there?

The Brims gang doesn't have that many gangs, maybe about 10+, they're not as deep as they used to be.


What inspired the wearing of pants below underwear?

This bizarre fashion comes from a desire to emulate prison inmates (who have "street cred"). In prison, people's pants often sag, for two reasons: first, they are not given belts, for fear that the belts would be used to commit suicide, and secondly, prisoners are not always given the right size clothing to wear (since most prison officials don't care very much whether prisoners' clothing fits well).


Did the norteno gang start by some shoes?

The Nuestra Familia started cause in prison gangs under the Mexican Mafia(more specifially the Surenos) would harass all the small Hispanic gangs who weren't under the Mexican Mafia. So other Hispanic gangs alligned & created the Nuestra Familia which the Nortenos used to be under. Nuestra Familia disbanded not too long after and some gangs that were under them later joined the Blood Alliance(or are no longer active).*Nortenos used to be under the Nuestra Familia but later joined the Bloods Alliance in the late 70's & have been that way ever since.


What are training pants?

Training pants are rubberized pants that are used with a child who is in the process of being potty trained.


Why do gangs join the military?

Because they are used to being with guns...


Does kohls sale osso pants?

Khols department store does not sell Osso pants. The pants can be found at other retailers and are shiny often bright colored stretch pants. They are used as casual pants.


What museum was used as a zoo prison and treasury?

The Victoria and Albert Museum was used as a zoo, prison, and treasury.