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THE HISTORY OF BDUs - BATTLE DRESS UNIFORM

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THE HISTORY OF B.D.U.'s - BATTLE DRESS UNIFORM

Since the beginning of World War I these uniforms have been issued as utility, field, training, or combat uniforms and are not intended to be worn as all-purpose uniforms when other uniforms are more appropriate. BDUs may only be worn on duty when prescribed by the commander. BDUs are authorized to be worn off post unless restricted by commanders. They are not for travel, nor for wearing off military installations except in transit between the individual's quarters and duty station. BDUs are not authorized for air travel except when soldiers are deploying as part of a unit move and the mode of transportation is for the exclusive use of the military. BDUs are not authorized for wear in establishments that primarily sell alcohol.

The "green sateen" uniform developed and procured by the Army was designated a universal issue uniform to be worn by all services. In 1968 the green sateen utilities were replaced in Vietnam by the Army green poplin jungle uniform. Subsequently, personnel in Vietnam wore the camouflage pattern rip-stop poplin jungle utilities. These were phased into the recruit issue in 1978, and were later replaced beginning in 1982 by the current woodland camouflage utility uniform.

There are camouflage patterns for just about everything: regular 3-color green BDU (USA and USMC issue); desert 3-color BDU; 6-color desert (AKA "chocolate chip"). General patterns -- like the USA green BDU -- are a compromise to try to give some reduced detection in as many scenarios as possible. Specific patterns, like tree bark, work very well in very specific locations, but not as well generally. The camouflage pattern most familiar as Tiger Stripe was developed for US Special Forces during the Vietnam era (circa 1965) for jungle fighting. It is an adaptation of an earlier British design developed during the Malyasian confict in the 1950&ap...


Firearm Accesories Buyer's Guide

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Firearm Accesories Buyer's Guide      

  Starting a firearms collection is a great way to learn about history or spend free time doing something you enjoy.  I myself collect and study firearms in my free time as well as it being my current course of study at university.  The easiest and least expensive way to break into firearms collecting is to buy military surplus rifles.  Often these can be found at your local pawnshops and firearm stores at significantly lower prices.  You may want to research the types of military surplus weapons that are available as I did.  Once you have found your firearm, the thing I have found to increase value and personal satisfaction is adding accesories to these.  Accesories complete the firearm in some cases.  My first military surplus was a Russian Mosin Nagant 91/30 rifle from WWII.  When I first got it, it was lacking something.  So I started researching.  First, I found a great firearms site that had all kinds of information about my rifle.  Then I found out the types of accesories my rifle had. Many different slings, stocks, cleaning kits, ammo pouches, and scopes could be found for it.  I had trouble locating certain items though and that is when eBay came into play.

       I found that most of the accesories I was looking for came in lots.  This was great because it saved on shipping and time.  I was able to get almost everything I needed in one auction so I didn't have to moniter several things at once. ...


Military Surplus Buying Guide

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Many people are fans of military items, be it apparel for hunting, fishing, paintball, airsoft, stage or street or true historical collectibles.  Buying military or military inspired items online can be a confusing proposition.  SC Army Superstore is a great place to start your search.  They sell official military items as well as commercial items to all branches of the US military and Federal Law Enforcemment Agencies.
Most items sold commercially are "mil-spec."  This term is probably the most confusing of all terms associated with military items.  The government has a set of standards on which commercial manufacturers base their products.  These standards are based off a minimum requirement of construction standards and materials.  Some manufacturers meet these standards while others exceed them.  Usually true military items exceed the standards (mil-spec). 
When buying a military item, it is a good idea to contact the seller and find out who makes the item and if it truly meets and exceeds the specifications.  Always buy from a seller who sells to the military.  A company that  sells to the military has to meet Uncle Sam's expectations.  If they can do that, they usually can help you find a durable item that fits your needs.
There are very reputable manuafacturers selling military items commercially.  Tru-spec, Condor, Rothco, Propper are just a few.  You don't have to be jumping out of airplanes or securing our troops to expect the best there is to offer.  You do have to do your research in order to expect the best of your purchase.
Be good! And be good at it!


MILITARY RANK: A Guide by UncleSamsDEALS

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Military rank


Military rank, or, more commonly, simply rank, is a system of grading seniority and command within armed forces or otherwise military-style organizations. The word 'rank' is the English corruption of the Farsi word 'rang' which means colour. Muslim armies regularly issued coloured flags to different elements of their armies allowing the average muslim soldier to be able to discern the 'rang' of a particular commander.
Within armed forces, the use of ranks is almost universal. The Chinese People's Liberation Army (1965?1988), the Albanian Army (1970?1991), and the Soviet Red Army (1918?1935) are rare examples of armed forces which abolished rank only to re-establish them after encountering operational difficulties of command and control.


Roman ranks
The use of formalized ranks came into widespread use with the Roman legions after the introduction of reforms by the consul Gaius Marius, which were completed around 60 BC. Under the new system, a legion would be commanded by a legate (legatus), typically a senator, for a three-year term. Immediately beneath the legate were six military tribunes (tribuni militum), five of whom were young men of Equestrian rank and one a nobleman who was headed for the Senate.
The fighting men in the legion were formed into ranks: rows of men who fought as a unit. Under the new system, legions were divided into ten cohorts (cohortes), each consisting of six centuries, each of between 60 and 160 men. Each century was led by a centurion (centurio), assisted by a number of junior officers. Centuries were further broken into ten contubernia, each of eight soldiers. Individual soldiers were referred to as soldiers (milites) or legionaries (legionarii).


Mongol ranks
The organization of the Mongol army was ...


Army Combat Uniform (ACU)

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Army Combat Uniform (ACU)


On 14 June 2004 -- the 229th birthday of the United States Army -- the Army today officially unveiled its new combat uniform designed with major input by the Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) Corps and enlisted Soldiers, and tested by Stryker Brigade Soldiers in Iraq since October 2003. Army senior leadership introduced the Army Combat Uniform (ACU) during a 10 a.m. Army Birthday Pentagon courtyard cake-cutting ceremony. Soldiers displayed and also suited-up in the wrinkle-free uniform with a digitized camouflage pattern.

Three different versions of the ACU have been developed, and more than 10,000 uniforms have been produced and battle-tested in the sands of Iraq and at Army training centers. Even more are on American production lines to be issued by April 2005 to Soldiers in deploying units. Current fielding plans call for fielding to the total Army by December 2007, said officials from the Program Executive Office Soldier, known as PEO Soldier.

This isn't a cosmetic redesign of the uniform. It is a functionality change of the uniform that will improve the ability of Soldiers to execute their combat mission. Every change was made for a reason. The bottom pockets on the jacket were removed and placed on the shoulder sleeves so Soldiers can have access to them while wearing body armor. The pockets were also tilted forward so that they are easily accessible. Buttons were replaced with zippers that open from the top and bottom to provide comfort while wearing armor.

There were 18 changes made to the uniform, to include removing the color black and adapting the digital print from the Marine Corps uniform to meet the needs of the Army.

The Army's Natick Laboratory in Natick, Mass., took the original digital pattern to the next level by developing a pattern for world-wide theaters to encompas...


Shopping the new digital camo Army Combat Uniform ACU

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Buying the new digital camo Army Combat Uniform ( ACU )


A great deal of research and planning was put into the design of the Army ACU Combat uniform by the Department of Defense and Program Executive Office (PEO) Soldier.  Just as the US Government put a lot of time into this great design, it is worth a little bit of your time to learn what the new uniform is and what it is not.  There are lots of items being sold as ACU products, but not all are created equal.  We'll cover the commercial items in another guide.  Click any link below to view more info for the item.
What the Official Army ACU Combat Uniform is:

   

  OFFICIAL ARMY ACU JACKETS
        50% Nylon / 50% Cotton Ripstop
        Sewn to Military Specification MIL-C-44296
        2 Tilted Chest Pockets with Velcro Closures.
        2 Tilted Shoulder Pockets with Velcro Closures.
        1 3-Slot Pen Pocket on Bottom of Sleeve.
        Velcro Adjustable Cuff.
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About the Different Military Protective Masks

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This is a list of most of the us military's protective masks, and a brief description about them. Many people on eBay like to collect these, and I hope that this guide might give them a little insight into what they want, or like. This is not a complete list, but rather a list of the most popular. If you have any questions please email me and I will be happy to help.

Chemical-Biological Mask: Field M40-series. The M40-series CB mask consists of a silicone rubber facepiece with a binocular eyelens system and an elastic head harness. Other features include front and side voicemitters (allowing better contact, particularly when operating communications equipment), a drinking tube, clear and tinted inserts, and a filter canister with NATO standard threads. The M40A1 mask provides respiratory, eye, and face protection against CB agents, radioactive fallout particles, and battlefield contaminants. The canister filter cannot be changed in a contaminated environment; the mask was not designed for that contingency. Additionally, the M40A1 mask uses a second skin for additional protection, and also has a quick-doff hood. The primary users include USA and USMC units, and the mask is selectively used by USN personnel.

Chemical-Biological Mask: Combat Vehicle M42A2. The M42A2 CB mask has the same components as the M40. In addition, the M42A2 CVC mask has a detachable microphone for wire communications. The canister on the M42A2 mask is attached to the end of a hose and has an adapter for connection to a GPFU. The M40/M42-series masks also use the same filter canister with NATO standard threads, both use a second skin for additional protection, and both have a quick-doff hood. The primary users include USA and USMC units.


Gas Mask or bust

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This is a response to the review issued by aero404ec on Russian Gas Mask.

These are the points I would like to address.

1. First of all it is not right to tell people not to purchase Russian Gas Mask. Some Russian Gas Mask do protect against NBC (Nuclear, Biological, Chemical) threats.

2. Second, is aero404ec certified to say that Russian Gas Mask doesn?t work? Has he been able to run test on each Russian Gas Mask under NBC conditions? I would say no, I don?t think he would have access to Nuclear, Biological or Chemical agents to be able to fully test the Russian or in this case any gas mask issued by any government agency.
3. Third, how do you figure that the M40/M45 Gas Mask is any better? The M40 provides respiratory, eye, and face protection against chemical and biological agents. Just like the Russian NBC Mask and many other government issued NBC masks.

4. However, where agents that cause harm through contact or penetration of the skin occurs, such as blister agent or nerve agent, a gas mask alone is not sufficient protection, and full protective clothing must be worn in addition, to protect from the atmosphere. For reasons of civil defense and personal protection, individuals often purchase gas masks in the belief that they prevent against the harmful effects of an attack with nuclear, biological, or chemical (NBC) agents; this is not the case, as gas masks protect only against respiratory absorption of the NBC. Whilst most military gas masks are designed to be capable of protection against spectrum of NBC agents. The wearer must also have an NBC suit for full protection.
5. This brings me to the point that information you have provided people is incorrect and favors one mask more than the other, although all typ...


Soviet Russian Military Ranks Shoulder Board Insignias

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Stripes are sergeant ranks. (junior / senior)
Officer ranks:
1 small star - junior lieutenant
2 small stars - lieutenant
3 small stars - senior lieutenant
4 small stars - captain

1 big star - major
2 big stars - lieutenant-colonel
3 big stars - colonel


Merchandize Liquidators

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 www. Merchandize Liquidators . Com is located in souht florida and considered one of the larest liquidators for designer clothing, cosmetics, jewelry and more. its address is 430 ansin blvd Florida 33009 USA.


We Must All Be Vigilant In The War Against Terror!

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My fellow Ebayers:

In light of the latest murderous attempt by low-life,  Islamic Fascist Terrorists,  it is now critical for each and every person to do their small part. 

Those of us who feel somewhat helpless, but, wish to do some necessary part  to fight the cowards and maniacs that wish to destroy our way of life, must be ever vigilant and patrol the Ebay listings for anything which might support, aid or encourage these evil beings, who care nothing about human life.

I would ask that Ebay immediately tailor their search & listing engines to prevent any items which have been proven to aid in the detonation of Improvised Explosive Devices and/or bombs of any kind, type or description.  That would include any and all cell phones, timing devices, and actual grenades which have been rendered "harmless" or for "decorative" purposes.

In closing, I ask all  fellow Ebayers to petition Ebay directly to accomplish this goal and any others which might come to mind.

Ebay is a largely unregulated industry which depends on us, the members of the Ebay community, to report suspicious items to their attention.

Thank you for taking the time to read this brief letter,

Regardless of your political position, please take time to support those who place their lives on the line each day for our survival as a nation.

Bob


Military Surplus Buyer's Guide

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Genuine military surplus is a great passion for many people. For some finding military surplus is just a hobby, for others it is synonomous with high quality or better than commercial. As a member of a military family and family owned Army Navy Store , we offer genuine U.S. military and European military surplus items in addition to military spec items. Military spec means that the item is not purchased by the government and issued to our troops but that the item meets military specifications and is made by a commercial supplier. We carry items from reputable vendors including Rothco, Tru-Spec, Propper, Fox, Cammenga, Corcoran and others. I encourage everyone to email me with any questions you may have concerning genuine and mil-spec items. I know the real deal since I am a member of the MI National Guard and recently served in Iraq. This was my second tour in the U.S. Army (both times as a Supply Sergeant. Hooah!   


Buying Surplus items on eBay.

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Hello,

Most people like to collect military items, for a hobby, or for personal use. It's no secret that some of the items that soldiers recieve are of good quality and will last for a while longer then what's available to the general public.

But the same people that want to own these items do very little research about the actual item. I sell many military surplus items, and its rare when I actual get a question about the item, most the questions are about shipping and if I have more.

The main thing that buyers should be aware fo is the NSN (National Stock Number) number. All items purchased by the military must have an NSN number in order for the military to be able to purchase them. There are some exceptions to this. such as items purchased unter the RFI (Rapid Fielding Initiative) Items that come from RFI are items like Wiley-X goggles, and some boots. The NSN number will be in this format. or can be broken down to this format is its all one number. (####-##-###-####). four numbers, then two, then three, then four again. As you can see in the pictures below. the first has the NSN number broken down, and the second is all one number. But can be broken down to the format shown above.

 

The first thing you should ask for when thinking about purchasing a military item is the NSN. Is the seller can not give you then it is likely a replica. Many manufacturers produce their version of a military item. The military must put up for bids what ever item it is thinking about acquiring, I.E. a alice pack, or a butt pack. after the lowest bidder wins, some of the other companies that were outbid, produce the item same item for sale to the general public. it might look just like what th...





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