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Bush hat in Mark I (yellow based) Disruptive Pattern Desert Uniform (DPDU) fabric used by a Special Air Service Regiment trooper in Afghanistan. The hat has been field modified by the addition of an adjustable nylon cord chinstrap with a plastic toggle. A small piece of black velcro tape is sewn to the crown, this being used to attach 'glint tape' for visibility to coalition aircraft at night. The owner's name and service number are written inside the hat in black felt pen, and a green fabric label contains manufacturer's details and washing instructions.
Worn by an Australian Special Air Service Regiment (SASR) trooper in Afghanistan, 2002. The bush hat was always worn on operations in preferance to the kevlar helmet, which was only worn when absolutely necessary.
Stored in the webbing is one 30-round magazine for an M-4 rifle. This set of web equipment was used by an Australian Special Air Services (SAS) Regiment trooper in Afghanistan, 2002. It has been cus
Stored in the webbing is one 30-round magazine for an M-4 rifle. This set of web equipment was used by an Australian Special Air Services (SAS) Regiment trooper in Afghanistan, 2002. It has been cus
Stored in the webbing is one 30-round magazine for an M-4 rifle. This set of web equipment was used by an Australian Special Air Services (SAS) Regiment trooper in Afghanistan, 2002. It has been cus
Stored in the webbing is one 30-round magazine for an M-4 rifle. This set of web equipment was used by an Australian Special Air Services (SAS) Regiment trooper in Afghanistan, 2002. It has been cus
Stored in the webbing is one 30-round magazine for an M-4 rifle. This set of web equipment was used by an Australian Special Air Services (SAS) Regiment trooper in Afghanistan, 2002. It has been cus
Stored in the webbing is one 30-round magazine for an M-4 rifle. This set of web equipment was used by an Australian Special Air Services (SAS) Regiment trooper in Afghanistan, 2002. It has been cus
Stored in the webbing is one 30-round magazine for an M-4 rifle. This set of web equipment was used by an Australian Special Air Services (SAS) Regiment trooper in Afghanistan, 2002. It has been cus
Stored in the webbing is one 30-round magazine for an M-4 rifle. This set of web equipment was used by an Australian Special Air Services (SAS) Regiment trooper in Afghanistan, 2002. It has been cus
Stored in the webbing is one 30-round magazine for an M-4 rifle. This set of web equipment was used by an Australian Special Air Services (SAS) Regiment trooper in Afghanistan, 2002. It has been cus
Stored in the webbing is one 30-round magazine for an M-4 rifle. This set of web equipment was used by an Australian Special Air Services (SAS) Regiment trooper in Afghanistan, 2002. It has been cus
Field pack in Disruptive Pattern Camouflage (DPCU) canvas, with two internal compartments and an external metal frame. There are four small pouches located around the outside of the pack, two of which
Closed-cell foam sleeping pad. The pad, which has one pale grey and one dark grey surface, is moulded in a series of 'ridges and valleys', helping to insulate the user from ground temperatures. The wo
M7 bayonet with M8A1 scabbard. This bayonet was carried by an Australian Special Air Services (SAS) Regiment trooper in Afghanistan, 2002.
Mark III Sicut knife. Fixed blade chisel ground survival knife. This knife was carried in the survival kit (REL30513.003) by an Australian Special Air Services (SAS) Regiment trooper in Afghanistan,
Pair of green plastic water bottles with screw caps. One of the lids has a plastic retaining collar fitted around the neck of the bottle, while the other is unattached. Both bottles are marked on the
US made 'CamelBak' 70 ounce water reservoir. The transparent polyurethane plastic water retaining bladder is carried in an insulated black and grey foam sleeve with Velcro closure at the top and rear
Cleaning kit for a M-4 rifle. The kit consists of two small bottles of oil and cleaning fluid, a handle with different sized brushes at either end, the top of a shaving brush, a can opener, an allan k
Olive green Gore-Tex tapered sleeping bag shell. The bag has no filling, and is made from a single-layer of fabric. A zipper which would entirely enclose the head of the user runs from shoulder to sho
Modified South African Defence Force Pattern 83 Battle Jacket. Nylon webbing harness with pouches. The right front of the webbing has four pouches for grenades sewn vertically on the chest. Another p
Small personal survival kit. This kit contains band-aids, alcohol patches, paracetamol capsules, water purification tablets, a glucodin tablet, a condom and a sealed scalpel. Also included is a tea ba
Nylon webbing harness with pouches. The right front of the webbing has four pouches for grenades sewn vertically on the chest. Another pouch with a snap fastened cover is sewn next to it. On the waist
Long sleeved shirt in Mark I (yellow based) Disruptive Pattern Desert Uniform (DPDU) with khaki plastic buttons. The sleeves are reinforced between elbow and wrist with a second layer of fabric, and a
Helmet cover in Disruptive Pattern Desert Uniform (DPDU) fabric for the Australian Army kevlar PASGT helmet. The cover is made of cotton fabric, and has two bands of similar fabric sewn around it for
Mark II grey based Disruptive Pattern Desert Uniform (DPDU) bush hat. The hat has a wide brim and a band stitched around the crown at 40 mm intervals. Inside, the crown of the hat and the front sectio
Trousers in Mark I yellow based Disruptive Pattern Desert Uniform (DPDU) pattern fabric. The trousers have khaki plastic buttons and a zippered fly closure. The knees are reinforced with a second laye
Brassard in Disruptive Pattern Desert Uniform (DPDU) fabric with a woven Australian national flag cloth patch attached. The diameter of the brassard can be adjusted by a pair of velcro strips, and att
Bush hat in Disruptive Pattern Desert Uniform (DPDU - Iraq pattern). The owner's name is written in black felt pen inside the crown. The hat has been field modified by the addition of a green parachut
