Issued British DPM Pattern 68 Combat Smock

Looking for an original Pattern 68 DPM Smock? You’ve come to the right place! These smocks are genuine vintage British military surplus dating from the 1970s and 1980s. The Pattern 68 Smock is famous for its use during the Falklands War and The Troubles. It was also very popular and well-liked among British soldiers for its durability and practicality.  Due to its popularity among British troops many of the Pattern 68 Smocks in existence have seen heavy wear and tear, making them a relatively rare find in the modern surplus market.   Disruptive Pattern Material & Its History This classic British camouflage pattern traces its origins back to the Paratrooper Regiment's Denison smocks of WWII. This camouflage was used only by special units at first. As time wore on it became clear that standard issue camouflage uniforms for the average soldier were the future. The British Ministry of Defence began developing a camouflage pattern that would become general issue for all British soldiers