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
• Long cut
• Draw-cord adjustable hood
• Designed to disperse 1970's era Infra Red (IR) signature
  
• 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 and accept a liner. 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. 600g
Content: 50% cotton, 50% nylon
Colour: Desert Night Camouflage 
Condition: Used/Very Good - The item has clearly had some use. There may be marks and signs of wear, light fading, scuffs, unseen writing but still a lot of life left (no stains, holes or repairs). For more information check out our condition guide