Description
With the widespread introduction of 1970's Soviet night vision equipment, the US designed this odd looking pattern to hide their IR signature at night. The uniform set was designed to be worn over your field uniform once night falls. To accommodate this, these parkas pockets are completely open so you can access pockets on the intended bottom layer. Curiously enough, soldiers were fond of the uniform due to the extra layer to wear on cold desert nights - the 'camo' however turned out to be completely obsolete by time of issue due to more modern IR advances.
The pattern was discontinued in service during the 1990s and never produced in massive numbers, making these more scarce by the day. These parkas in particular have become even harder to obtain due to tactical fashionistas chasing them down over recent years - grab a set while you can for your US collection!
Features:
- Genuine US Army surplus
- Designed to be worn over combat uniform
- Draw-cord adjustable hood
- Designed to disperse 1970's era Infra Red (IR) signature
- Non-reversible version
- Lightly elasticated cuffs
- Draw string adjustable waist & bottom hem
- 2 Pass-through waist pockets
Sizing/fit: These parkas are generously sized to go over a full set of BDU's and are designed to be exceptionally baggy. Find your parka size by measuring the circumference around your chest, just under the armpits. For more information, check out our sizing guide.
Weight: Approx 0.6kg
Content: 50% Cotton 50% Nylon
Colour: Night desert pattern
Condition: Used/Very Good - Item has clearly had some use. There may be marks and signs of wear, but still lot's of life left. If you want more information on our condition ratings, check out our condition guide
