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How close to the original? Austrian Pea Dot Parka

Article about: Gents, Just out of curiosity, other than the plastic buttons on this 1961 Austrian Pea Dot camouflaged parka, how close is the pattern/construction to the WWII issues equivalent? I had an op

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    Gents,

    Just out of curiosity, other than the plastic buttons on this 1961 Austrian Pea Dot camouflaged parka, how close is the pattern/construction to the WWII issued equivalent? I had an opportunity to buy this on the cheap and though it is post war, I think it will display well.

    Any input you can provide will be greatly appreciated.

    Thank you!

    Joel
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    The WWll SS pattern is more green dominant, while the Austrian is more brown based.
    I still remember the first time I came across one of these in person many years ago, it was described to me as a SS smock and I was very disappointed.
    But these are well built and hardwearing, I occasionally wear mine while dog walking in the woods. Getting harder to find these days, along with the matching equipment and backpack.

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    CBH,

    Thank you for your insight. I could see who those who are out to deceive could manipulate these as to being WWII issued. I see your observation about the color variants between WWII color patterns with post war as well. I was able to snag a cap as a combo deal.

    Regards,

    Joel
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    The cap is a reproduction made from zeltbanns , hence the splinter pattern interior, they where made in the late 80’s , I have one. There wasn’t a Camo cap made, that I know of. Wore my 1956 Austrian Camo pants in the woods today, tough as nails.

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    CBH,

    Thank you again! Everything was fortunately on the cheap and maybe I'll wear them on my next jaunt in the woods or to the wilds of the grocery store.


    Joel

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    I’m not up on prices as I purchased mine in the 90’s, but I’m sure they are climbing like German Border guard etc. I believe the hats where made in Germany and I’ll dig mine out and get a photo of the label. There is a tread devoted to modern camouflage somewhere on here.

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