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The standard field jacket used by the Bundeswehr when it's not exactly an indian-summer. One of our top sellers, this parka is a tried and true modern classic and for a reason. We've also got matching trousers for these!

The BW parka showcases Teutonic ability to make comfortable, stylish, and generally just really good clothes. Suitable for any outdoor activity, but also right at home in casual everyday use.

The Bundeswehr model parka is a longish, durable field jacket with zipper closure and four front pockets (two zippers operated and two with snap fasteners), a sleeve pocket, and drawstrings in the hem, waist, and hood. The buttons on the chest are meant for a certain German-style torch for hand-free activity (*insert a joke here about the Germans and torches*). Though unlined, the cotton used is pretty thick and blocks wind wonderfully. For additional warmth, the Germans use a separate liner jacket, which we also most likely sell when you read this. If we don't have it, just use something else!

The material is in most cases a mix of 80% cotton and 20% polyester. In some cases, it is 65/35 cotton-polyester. According to our knowledge, these do soak up dyes pretty well, but the camo pattern will usually still seep through. Might not be a bad thing!

Used German surplus

In used but serviceable condition. Of course, being used, the colors might be a bit faded and there might be some repairs, but all in all, these are all way better than just usable.

Reviews
4.8(59)

Theodor C.

27.03.2024Verified purchase
Worth it. Amazing jacket. Was a little sun bleached but its ok

William C.

28.02.2024Verified purchase
Size info: I’m 5’10” 170lbs 42” chest muscular build. I bought the Gr 4 and it fits perfect with a t shirt and sweatshirt underneath The Gr 9 is my recommended size based on my height but I’d rather the parka be an inch shorter in length while only losing a half inch on the sleeves, so I went with the Gr 4 Sleeve length is good. If I stick my arms straight out front then they ride up but otherwise fine They are large in the mid section area but the drawstrings work great to take it in if needed Mine came in like new condition The material is 80% cotton on mine and feels great I plan on dying it black since I live in nyc area. Don’t wanna look like I got lost during hunting season!! Don’t hesitate buying this. Very comfy Update: I dyed mine black using Rit dye. The regular dye. It came out great. You still see the pattern but it makes it look better. It came out pretty dark. I did a you tube video on it “How to dye German army Flektarn parka”. On the video it looks a few shades lighter than in person. The pic of the parka dyed black in the description might look that dark based on the lighting. Hard to tell. I soaked mine for 1 hr using a 5 gallon bucket. 3 gallons of hot tap water, 1 cup salt and teaspoon of dawn dish soap. Stirring frequently. Then 20 min soak in another 3 gallons of hot tap water with 1 bottle of Rit fixative which helps the dye last longer etc.. Lastly I hosed it off using cold water for a few min and hung to dry. Looks awesome. Evenly dyed inside n out. Dying it helps you to blend in more in an urban setting. Good luck with your project

Jens A.

17.12.2023Verified purchase
During my service time size 15 was quite enough for me to have a loose fitting parka. After leaving the service 12 years ago I gained a pound then and there so that I bought a size 16 for memory (and really bad weather) purposes. Standing at 1,85 m (about 6 inch 1) and a pre Christmas weight of 98 kg (about 216 pounds) it offers me enough space to wear a t-shirt, long sleeve shirt and the Bundeswehr cold weather liner underneath. The example that I received is used but in more than proper condition, all zippers and press buttons in working order, colours didn’t fade too much but just so it doesn’t look like a brand new issue to a raw recruit. I’m going to treat it with some water repellent spray to enhance its resistance against rain. Conclusion: Thank you, Varusteleka, mission accomplished. One happy customer from Germany who couldn’t get this bigger size in this condition in his country.

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