USGI Tan Balaclava Hood - Used
The USGI
Cold Weather Balaclava Hood is a high-performance tactical headliner issued
to U.S. Military personnel for operations in arid, desert, or cold weather
environments. Striking the perfect balance between heat retention and modern
material engineering, this balaclava is knitted from a premium, high-density
blend of 85% Wool and 15% Nylon. This specific composition utilizes the
natural hollow fibers of wool to trap core body heat (even when damp from sweat
or melting snow) while leveraging the integrated nylon weave for critical
tensile strength, stretch recovery, and abrasion resistance.
Issued widely
during desert deployment operations, this single-aperture hood features a
neutral Tan color profile that matches perfectly with 3-Color Desert,
Desert Digital, and OCP/MultiCam gear profiles. It can be pulled over the nose
and mouth for full mask concealment, tucked under the chin as a standard neck
gaiter, or rolled completely up into a low-profile watch cap.
In Used
surplus condition, these hoods are thoroughly inspected to ensure they are 100%
field-ready. While they may display standard signs of deployment—such as minor
fabric pilling, slight fading of the tan tone, or original soldier markings on
the interior tag—the knit retains excellent elasticity with no structural holes
or compromises.
Technical
Specifications & Features
- NSN: 8415-01-268-3473 (Specific
to Hood, Cold Weather, Tan).
- Condition: Used (Professional surplus grade;
inspected for functional stretch and structural integrity).
- Color: Tan (Desert Tan / Khaki profile).
- Size: Universal / One Size Fits Most
(Highly stretchable knit structure).
- Material: * 85% Wool: Delivers
exceptional natural thermal insulation, breathability, and inherent flame
resistance.
- 15% Nylon: Reinforces the knit weave,
prevents shrinking, and keeps the face opening snug against the skin.
- Design Features:
- Single Aperture Cut: Highly flexible contoured face
opening fits comfortably around tactical goggles, ballistic glasses, or
field gas masks.
- Extended Neck Bib: Features an elongated front and
rear drape that tucks deeply beneath your uniform or ECWCS jacket collar
to lock out biting crosswinds.
- Low-Profile Stitching: Flat-lock seams minimize friction
pressure points, preventing chafing when worn all day under ballistic
helmets (PASGT/ACH/MICH).
- Moisture-Wicking Insulation: Actively draws perspiration away
from the skin to prevent a damp chill during periods of low activity.
- Authenticity: Genuine U.S. Military Issue /
Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) contract apparel.
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