Condition & Date Guide

Issued to the Bundeswehr (the unified armed forces of Germany), this parka sports Flecktarn, a camouflage developed from a long line of ancestors dating back to just before WWII.

Many agree Flecktarn is one of the best camouflages to wear both in and out of the field (unless you live in Germany).

Fleck parkas are about more than just looks — they feature water resistant fabric, plenty of pocket space, and a cut built for retaining agility while keeping yourself covered. There are even zippers at the armpits for cooling off the body or warming your hands. The Germans have well-mastered parka engineering.

If there was a degree in Flecktarn, we’d hang ours on the wall. Warehouse Ivan spent hours sorting, studying, analyzing, and researching the fleck-info-barren internet. He has found the way — the true method to sort Flecktarn surplus — and the most comprehensive understanding he is aware of (see condition & date guide)

Specs

• Thick poly/cotton water-resistant fabric
• High waist zipper closure with snap-secured storm flap enables the wearer to bend and crouch without restriction
• Cinch cord fasteners at waist, thighs, and in hood
• Two snap-secured front breast pockets
• Two zippered front hand pockets
• Velcro® secured inside pocket
• Velcro® wrist cuff fasteners
• Straps for shoulder marks, rank tabs, etc.
• Zippered armpits for venting heat or warming hands
• Shoulder pocket

Varying Specs for Pre-2005 Parkas

• Parkas dated 1992 and before have brass snaps, while parkas dated 1993 and after have plastic snaps
• Parkas dated 1994 and before have the shoulder pocket on the right arm, while parkas dated 1995 and after have it on the left
• Depending on the manufacturer, the tone of the parka will vary. See picture #7 for a display of parkas of different tones compared to each other

Varying Specs for Pre and Post-2005 Parkas

• Some parkas include a Velcro® fastener on the arm
• Most parkas include a Velcro® fastener above the left front pocket for name tape

Condition

For this example we'll use the Flecktarn parka. The same standards are applied to other Flecktarn items.

• Unissued: These unissued parkas are in immaculate, factory-new condition and have never been worn or laundered.
• Great aka "Collector's": These parkas will be in like-new to great condition.They have been issued, but there should be no tears, broken parts, fading, or noticeable wear.
• Weathered aka "Good": Functionally intact with no tears or broken parts. Weathered parkas have been issued and show signs of use like wear or fading. This is visually similar to "broken-in" jeans.

DATE RANGE

Flecktarn comes in two, slightly different color variants.

• Pre-2005: The classic five color pattern everyone thinks about when they hear Flecktarn: vibrant and robust.
• Pre-2005 variants: Sometime during the 90s, Germany was in high demand for BDUs. So it contracted a handful of different companies for manufacture. Because of this construction is identical, but color is not. With the amount of different batches being produced by different printing equipment, the tone of the five colors varies from company to company. See picture #7 for a display of parkas of different tones compared to each other.
• Post-2005: In 2005, the five colors of Flecktarn were altered into more muted tones. Since then, the colors have stayed free of variation. Every parka made since 2005 features this muted version of Flecktarn. See picture #8 for a photo of the camo.

After months of stocking some of the crazier examples of Alpenflage, we've finally got some of the more (relatively) sensible pieces the later model "M83" variants.

Alpenflage, also called TAZ 83, Pizza Camo, and what we've dubbed "Casserole Camo" was issued on different pieces of gear from the late 50s to the early 90s. In fall and early winter foliage the pattern performs at its best, matching the conditions of the Swiss Alps closer than other times of the year. When it hit the surplus market in the 90s, outside of its natural environment in the alps, it stuck out like a sore thumb — in both cool factor and pattern. It continues to intrigue curious surplus collectors and has amassed quite the diehard fandom for both it's functionality and it's unique pattern.

Now down to the field shirt in question — the swiss were astonishingly close to designing something normal, but as per usual, included their trademark odd features that only serve to give their surplus more charm. It's a 50/50 cotton/poly field jacket suitable for spring and fall thanks to its colorway and construction, and sports the typical breast pockets, epaulets, and cigarette pocket many European field shirts also have.

Lets get weird: It also features hip loops for securing an outer belt (presumably for load bearing equipment) zippered & elastic wrist cuffs and two-panel reinforced articulating elbows. Also, in case you lose the button on one of the epaulets, they thought to include a replacement button sewn in above the cigarette pocket for god knows what reason. In short, it's an "almost sensible" field jacket from the Swiss, in their most infamous camo. And that alone might just be right up your alley.

It's so prolific that in much of the west its the first thing that comes to people's minds when the word camouflage is even mentioned in casual conversation Being part of the most recognizable military uniforms in history this M81 filed shirt is nothing less than an Iconic piece of US Military surplus. 

M81 goes beyond just being the United State's best looking camo ever, its left a lasting mark on the fashion world from exclusive streetwear collaborations to the shelves of Walmart. It looks pretty good with almost everything and is the cornerstone of milsurp fashion.

Of course, these were US Military Issue and made in the US. Great for any kind of activity you can think of innawoods, and actually performs well as a camouflage in forested temperate climates. Some of these come with different types of unit & rank patches sewn on, too.

Specs

• 50/50 Nylon Cotton ripstop 
  
• Reinforced elbows
• 4 front button flap pockets with 1 internal pen pocket
  
• Adjustable button wrist cuffs
• Felled side seams and sleeves for extra durability

Sizing

• Sizing will be in standard US letter sizes. Whatever size your favorite tee shirt is in will do — Europeans and Asians may want to go down a size because our size system is a little bigger here thanks to our diet of high fructose corn syrup, wonder bread, processed country fried steak, and Coke® products.

Condition

Field Shirts are in good condition with minor signs of wear or signs that patches or nametapes have been removed. Regardless, all field shirts do not have any tears, cuts, or holes.

>Tfw you'll never be woken up at 3:00 AM by the sound of your purring, government-funded catgirl gf
>You'll never be obliterated by 200 lbs of TNT moments after you spot a laser on the ground

The GBU-12 Paveway II is starring in another collaboration with the moé aircraft artist Atamonica. 

Our bundle features an extra-fine, double-sided screen print of A-10-chan on the Hanes Beefy Tee or the P170 hoodie. Using high quality inks and our favorite US based print shop, we're able to achieve an incredible level of detail, color, and quality. And unlike cheaper 'direct-to-garment' printing methods, our screen print will stand the test of time.

It's the perfect way to make new friends in public places, seriously concern your immediate family, and probably develop a 'thing' for catgirls. 

Our bundle also includes an 8 x 3" slap of Paveway-Chan, and an extra-large woven 5" squared patch—both original, never-before-seen designs.

Specs

• Bundle Includes one tee, one sticker, and one embroidered patch
• Does NOT include cat ears (sold separately, just search around we guarantee you'll find some if you really want some, weirdo.)
  
• May cause an urge to be pounced upon, clawed at, and bitten by an explosive-ordnance-turned-catgirl.

The Shirt 

• High quality font-and-back screen printed design on Hanes Beefy-T shirts
• Exclusive design from Atamoncia

The hoodie

• 50/50 cotton/poly
• Classic pull-over design
• Drawstring hood
• front hand pockets 
• ribbed cuffs and waist
  
• Patented, low-pill, high-stitch density PrintPro® XP fleece

The Sticker

• Durable vinyl resists scratches, water, and sunlight
• Matte finish
• Adhesive backing
• 8" x 3"

The Patch

• hook and loop backed
  
• High-detail woven design with merrowed edges
• 5" Square
• exclusive "TGP Screen" design

 Sizing

Our Atamonica tees are built on the Hanes Beefy-T for their durability, comfort, and timeless fit. Please see the Sizing Chart page for more information. 

Although the shirts are technically unisex, the Beefy-T is cut for a male wearer and may appear baggy and long on women. The shirt will shrink slightly during the first wash. After this it should fit true to size.

The hoodies are relaxed-fit, meaning you'll probably want to stick to your US shirt size unless you're an oversized-hoodie-enjoyer. If you're on the upper end of your US shirt size, definitely size up as these will shrink slightly in the wash.

Construction

Our tees are screen printed on the front and back with quality, custom-blended inks in the USA. 

The Hanes Beefy-T is constructed of 100% cotton, with slightly heavier-than-average fabric weight for durability. 

What makes an MCW so good? Read more here

Official Preparation Instructions

1. Add 8-16 (check package) ounces of hot water (~⅓ canteen cup) to pouch
2. Stir, wait ~5-10 minutes until fully rehydrated
3. Hot water can be added in stages to keep food hot.

Recommended Best Practices

• Meals should be fully hydrated per the official instructions, and left to fully absorb the water.
• Eating too fast can mess with your mood, your metabolism, and your digestive system. Pace yourself and eat at a normal speed.
• Rehydrating the meal just means that the meal is rehydrated. You are still in charge of hydrating yourself. Make sure to drink adequate water.
• Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and temperatures above 75°F to maximize shelf life. Like most things, if stored in a dry cool place it will last longer. Proprietary Mountain House packaging preserves flavor until 2032, and viable calories beyond that.

Meals

Full Ingredients and Nutritional Info

Specs

• Produced by Oregon Freeze Dry under the ‘Mountain House’ brand
• U.S. Military contract overrun. Unobtainable any other way.
• Freeze-dried food condensed, and vacuum packed in "brick pack" pouches
• Proprietary Mountain House packaging preserves flavor until 2032, and viable calories beyond that.
• Minimize exposure to temperatures above 75°F to maximize shelf life.
• Meets U.S. military nutritional requirements for active soldiers in the field, providing a high calorie count with plenty of sodium and carbohydrates.
• Lightweight and compact, high nutrient food almost you can store almost anywhere

Return Policy

Once the seal on the bag is punctured we cannot accept a return on this item. The meals are consumables and once consumed void warranty.