Thread: Military Surplus Gear

The military surplus stuff is generally used by regular forces. Special forces are often equipped with commercial gear. Having said that, surplus gear is generally robust, durable and fit for purpose, but seldom particularly lightweight or comfortable. Some gear is better than others, though and there are some real gems out there
Occasionally an army changes their uniform and vast stocks of the old stuff hits the civilian market.
I've had my eye on a German or Austrian waterproof jacket and will probably buy one. Bear in mind that it will almost certainly need to be treated with a wash through water repellent.
Sleeping bags... Well, they'll keep you warm, but are quite heavy. A decent down bag can be had on Trademe occasionally for about the same money.
As the saying goes about the MREs, or rat-packs... Meal - ready to eat... Three lies for the price of one. You can do much cheaper with less weight and more flavour by shopping at new world.