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resistance to rain but also, unfortunately, it did not absorb sweat, unless it was pretty washed-out. The two-layered sides of the hat had two large ventilation holes each. On the outside, there was a sewn-on webbing that could be used for attaching natural camouflage, e.g. leaves or branches. The bottom part included an adjustable band that could be used to hold the hat under the chin. Hats were produced in 13 sizes: 6 3/8" to 7 7/8". After introduction of BDU Type VI, the fabric was changed to 50/50 NYCO rip-stop. What is important – boonie hats were the "special headwear" used only in field when helmets were not required. They could not be used within military installations (at least not officially) and, to be honest, they were mainly provided for reconnaissance units or special forces. The last batch was produced on 1 July 2007 (SPM1C1-07-M-3368) BereT, Wool, BlaCk NSN 8405-01-089-0137 Standardized on 25 January 1980, but it was introduced for large-scale use in the US Army as an element of BDU on 28 November 2001. Earlier, black berets were only worn by Rangers. Berets became the official headwear of the US Army until the end of use of BDU and that was a change the soldiers did not like. The beret was made of thick wool, so it was warm. Well, it was sort of waterproof and treated with an anti-moth agent but it was never popular. The beret had to be formed in a special way, while putting it on and wearing it was rather uncomfortable. Fortunately, soldiers were still allowed to wear patrol caps in field. CoaT, Cold WeaTHer, fIeld, Woodland Camouflage paTTern NSN 8415-01-099-7835 Standardized on 23 August 1980. The coat is identical to legendary OG107 M65. They were produced from the same thick water and windproof resistant 50/50 NYCO Twill in Woodland camouflage pattern. The main feature of the field coat is the front z zipper covered with a flap with snaps. The chest pockets with a pouch-like construction and the two bottom pockets sewn in the inside of the jacket were closed with a flap with a snap. The jacket had a collar that could be changed into a stand-up collar with adjustable Velcro strap. The collar has a zippered compartment and concealed lightweight hood from 80% cotton 20% nylon water repellent fabric. Sleeves has storm flaps that protected hands against cold. Cuffs were adjustable with Velcro. The waist was adjusted with a cord routed inside the jacket, under the lining. At the bottom, there is an adjustable drawcord. UNIFORMS