Jul 17, 2011 · smock,windproof,drab (desert and mountain warfare ww2) smock windproof,camouflage (general windproof, screen printed and freehand painted, as was denison smocks of the time, mostly associated with the sas thru to the 1970's with zips fitted later on, actually very widely used in other branches and even on everest attempts while at basecamps)

Apr 26, 2011 · I'm pretty sure these aren't even "real" olive green SAS smocks. The sewing is very sub-par. Two weeks in and already the threads on some of the velcro patches and the waist drawstring tunnel have already become undone to the point of some of needing serious repair in order to retain basic functionality.

Feb 19, 2018 · The SAS smock has always fascinated me but it took a while for me to settle on all the features I wanted. This is a more modernized version of the classic, and does not have the rear pockets. I needed it to be fairly inexpensive (Turned out to be $70 shipped), but quality enough to take a beating and be worth waxing and repairing.

Apr 1, 2010 · Gents, I have had several so-called SAS windproof smocks over the years (there's actually no such thing as an "SAS" smock - that's a colloquialism - there are just two different types of Brit military windproof smock, one that has rank epaulettes and wire in the hood to shape over bulky winter headwear (the Royal Marines use them) and the others are used by the Army SOF and anyone else who ...

Jul 18, 2011 · pen/combi pouch on left arm since mid eighties, ffd pocket on back of right arm since early 90's. no ffd pocket means first generation current type smock from around the falklands era. mid 70's and before they were still using the ww2 style albeit in the modern dpm and full zip, mid 70's to late 80's using new style with bulgy pockets, cammo ...

Jun 23, 2011 · OK well after all that Dogman was spot on, its a standard "soldier 95" issue windproof jacket rather than an original SAS windproof smock, saying that however its the only one issued so the SAS along with everyone else would be issued it so by definition it 'could' be a SAS smock just not the original one.

Aug 10, 2011 · Genuine issue latest generation SAS Windproof Smock. The Mk.II is a modified version of the Smock Combat Windproof (code AA72) and features four large button-fastened front pockets with mesh bottoms, two front zipper pockets, velcro fastened sleeves, reinforced elbow pads, front button-fastened epaulette (for S'95 rank slide), full comfort mesh lining, right and left under-arm ventilation ...

Jun 4, 2019 · Primarily, the smock is a European concept and in particular, used by Commonwealth nations. I got my first SAS smock in 1989 in a trade for a poncho liner during an exercise in Belgium. Its use as an issue garment has traditionally been restricted to Special Forces yet several nations have adopted it for general issue in one form or another.

Dec 19, 2011 · I have had both the M65 (my fathers from WWII and mine from the my tour in the Army) and a SAS Smock. Even though the smock has more pockets and is more functional I prefer the M65. The reason is I am broad in the shoulder area. The SAS Smock seems to have smaller armholes and I can't layer real well because it binds in the armpit.

Mar 10, 2014 · Dave's smock in the picture isn't an SAS smock (sorry Dave!) it's a standard British Forces smock issued to everyone in the UK military before we changed to the new PCS multicam style. It's still a good jacket - weatherproof, quick drying, reasonably light …