Swiss M83 Alpenflage Field Jacket
Swiss or miss, I bet they never miss huh?
Swiss Alpenflage, properly known as TAZ 83, nicknamed "Vierfrucht-Pyjama" (four-fruit pyjamas) by Swiss soldiers, is just about loved, hated, or otherwise known by every surplus collector in the community. This must-have field jacket is an iconic piece, needed in every Alpenflage enthusiast or entry-level collector’s arsenal. Despite never seeing combat use as is typical of the Swiss, the pattern and this jacket saw widespread use by Albanian/Kosovar KLA (Kosovo Liberation Army) forces in the Kosovo War of 1998-1999. Made to be a universal pattern for the terrain of the Swiss Alps, this piece is perfect for everyday wear, outdoorsman activities, or Swiss/Kosovar impression kits.
Features
One left-arm pocket
Two front jacket pockets
Zippered sleeves with elastic cuffs for high-speed low-drag operators
Epaulettes and belt loops (Drip or down baby)
Reinforced elbows for all of those nasty bumps and falls (dolphin dive time)
Schematics
Measurements
LARGE only.
Condition: Seemingly unissued. Very good condition.
Manufacturing: cotton/polyester blend
50% Polyester
50% Cotton
Field Notes/Misty’s Musings/Potential Uses
This kit really is the perfect first bit of Alpenflage to start your collection, as it will layer well with other combinations of camouflage or clothing you choose to wear.
Swiss or miss, I bet they never miss huh?
Swiss Alpenflage, properly known as TAZ 83, nicknamed "Vierfrucht-Pyjama" (four-fruit pyjamas) by Swiss soldiers, is just about loved, hated, or otherwise known by every surplus collector in the community. This must-have field jacket is an iconic piece, needed in every Alpenflage enthusiast or entry-level collector’s arsenal. Despite never seeing combat use as is typical of the Swiss, the pattern and this jacket saw widespread use by Albanian/Kosovar KLA (Kosovo Liberation Army) forces in the Kosovo War of 1998-1999. Made to be a universal pattern for the terrain of the Swiss Alps, this piece is perfect for everyday wear, outdoorsman activities, or Swiss/Kosovar impression kits.
Features
One left-arm pocket
Two front jacket pockets
Zippered sleeves with elastic cuffs for high-speed low-drag operators
Epaulettes and belt loops (Drip or down baby)
Reinforced elbows for all of those nasty bumps and falls (dolphin dive time)
Schematics
Measurements
LARGE only.
Condition: Seemingly unissued. Very good condition.
Manufacturing: cotton/polyester blend
50% Polyester
50% Cotton
Field Notes/Misty’s Musings/Potential Uses
This kit really is the perfect first bit of Alpenflage to start your collection, as it will layer well with other combinations of camouflage or clothing you choose to wear.
Swiss or miss, I bet they never miss huh?
Swiss Alpenflage, properly known as TAZ 83, nicknamed "Vierfrucht-Pyjama" (four-fruit pyjamas) by Swiss soldiers, is just about loved, hated, or otherwise known by every surplus collector in the community. This must-have field jacket is an iconic piece, needed in every Alpenflage enthusiast or entry-level collector’s arsenal. Despite never seeing combat use as is typical of the Swiss, the pattern and this jacket saw widespread use by Albanian/Kosovar KLA (Kosovo Liberation Army) forces in the Kosovo War of 1998-1999. Made to be a universal pattern for the terrain of the Swiss Alps, this piece is perfect for everyday wear, outdoorsman activities, or Swiss/Kosovar impression kits.
Features
One left-arm pocket
Two front jacket pockets
Zippered sleeves with elastic cuffs for high-speed low-drag operators
Epaulettes and belt loops (Drip or down baby)
Reinforced elbows for all of those nasty bumps and falls (dolphin dive time)
Schematics
Measurements
LARGE only.
Condition: Seemingly unissued. Very good condition.
Manufacturing: cotton/polyester blend
50% Polyester
50% Cotton
Field Notes/Misty’s Musings/Potential Uses
This kit really is the perfect first bit of Alpenflage to start your collection, as it will layer well with other combinations of camouflage or clothing you choose to wear.
