Back in the late 1950's, Jockey manufactured tartan Y Front briefs. There were only four tartans chosen; of which only Clan Buchanan (
http://tiny.cc/miklex) come to mind. Surfing the net provided no information. The briefs were nylon and fitted well. At the same time (not sure where I saw it) there was an ad showing four kilt clad parachutists with the wind providing a great view of their Y Fronts. That also found no results while surfing the net. Btw, I was living in Canada at the time.
PS:- The modern tartan, as shown here
http://tiny.cc/dm6mex is what comes to mind