British ECW Clothing
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Scotts Guards 1982
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Nomenclature
MAN'S COLD WEATHER PARKA
NSN: 8405-99-132-2533History
The legendary Falkland Park. The parka, introduced in the mid 70's, replaced an earlier pattern used since the Korean War. It became legendary during and after the Falkland War in 1982 (here its name) - it was perfect for the harsh climate that prevails in those parts of the world. The jacket is actually a coat (it is very long, reaching below the knees) with the possibility of attaching a quilted, green lining (which had mesh inserted under the armpits; it prevented overheating by the user). The hood was permanently lined with an undersuit - even if it was not put on the head, it gave warmth and protected the soldier's neck against wind / rain. The hood was adjustable with drawstrings and stiffening in the form of a wire.
Fastened with a zipper, which is covered with a storm panel (closed with Velcro). The parka had 4 huge pockets, fastened with a button (the same pattern as in the 94 Pattern jackets). Velcro adjustable cuffs, and the edge itself was trimmed with a ribbon to prevent the sleeve from tearing / fraying. The jacket also had a "diaper" fastened with buttons at the front (when not in use, it was hidden inside the jacket). On warmer days, the soldier could detach the lining.
The parka has two epaulets on the shoulders (fastened with buttons) and reinforcements on the elbows, typical of those times. The camouflage used is 68 Pattern; the material did not have windproof or waterproof properties, but it fulfilled its basic task - it provided warmth. The parka was not suitable for patrol or combat, as a soldier would instantly overheat; but it is perfect for guarding or wearing in barracks.
Fastened with a zipper, which is covered with a storm panel (closed with Velcro). The parka had 4 huge pockets, fastened with a button (the same pattern as in the 94 Pattern jackets). Velcro adjustable cuffs, and the edge itself was trimmed with a ribbon to prevent the sleeve from tearing / fraying. The jacket also had a "diaper" fastened with buttons at the front (when not in use, it was hidden inside the jacket). On warmer days, the soldier could detach the lining.
The parka has two epaulets on the shoulders (fastened with buttons) and reinforcements on the elbows, typical of those times. The camouflage used is 68 Pattern; the material did not have windproof or waterproof properties, but it fulfilled its basic task - it provided warmth. The parka was not suitable for patrol or combat, as a soldier would instantly overheat; but it is perfect for guarding or wearing in barracks.
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