M-1951 Clothing System
M-1949 Arctic Mittens
1951
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Nomenclature
MITTENS, ARCTIC, M-1949MITTEN SET, ARCTIC
MITTEN SET, EXTREME COLD WEATHER
History
The arctic mitten set is intended for use with other component of arctic clothig under cold dry conditions.
The 'Mitten, Arctic, M-1949' was introduced in 1949 for issue to US Army personnel working in very cold climates or conditions. Such conditions were frequently encountered in winter operations during the war in Korea, and the mittens were widely used by both American and Commonwealth personnel when they could be obtained. Although clumsy, they were suitable for wear in un-pressurised aircraft, where the cold at high altitude could otherwise be intolerable
Feathures
Mitten back: 48% alpaca - 52% cotton
Lining: 60% wool - 40% cotton
Frederic J Dormer
Lining: 60% wool - 40% cotton
Frederic J Dormer
Specification
Inside of the outer lining is marked:
Size: Small
Mitten, Arctic M-1949
Contract #: DA 11-009 QM-5493
Specification: MIL-M-834A, 25 July 1950
Manufactured: 1951
Logistics
Production
Manufactured: 1951
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Extreme Cold Weather Mitten Set
The arctic mitten set is intended for use with other component of arctic clothig under cold dry conditions.
Materials Used
Deerskin leather is used on the palm side walls and front of thumb. The outer fabric for the mitten shell is a cotton and nylon wind-resistant, water-repellent sateen. The cloth outer piece is a 100% wool knitted pile fabric. The insulating material is a polyester batting.
Concept of UseThe mitten set is worn over the triger finger wool mitten insert to provide environmental protection to the hands in cold environments. The suspension harness is worn over an outer garment. The cord is placed around the neck and the strap is adjusted to lay on the chest to keep the cord in place. The ends of the cord are tied to the loop on the outer shell of each mitten. The outer shell of the mitten set can be separated from the insulating liner for drying.
Description of Item
The mitten set consists of a shell with removable liner and a suspension harness. The palm and front of thumb of the shell is leather. The remainder of the mitten is fabric. The back of mitten shell includes a wool pile material used for warming the face. Two adjustable straps and buckles are included at back of mitten. The liner is attached to the shell by four snaps. The harness includes a suspension piece (cord) and a breast piece (strap).
Nomenclature
MITTENS, ARCTIC, M-1949
MITTEN SET, ARCTIC
MITTEN SET, EXTREME COLD WEATHER
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