NNSA Sanitized Desert Marpat Combat Tops
The ACU cut that’s as clean as it is combat ready
Looking for an ACU style cut that’s not in UCP? Tired of age-old and easy to find GWOT (Global War on Terror) camo patterns? Sick of Alibaba tier chinese knockoff digital desert patterns? Well, you’re in luck, and have come to the right place, because these United States Marine Corps Desert Marpat Shirts are just the thing! Not only are they the most modern option for a gucci kit, they’re also brand new to hit the surplus market! These are an interesting set however in their own right. They come from the NNSA Protective Force.
The National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA)
Established by Congress in 2000, The National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) is a semi-autonomous agency within the U.S. Department of Energy responsible for enhancing national security through the military application of nuclear science. NNSA maintains and enhances the safety, security, and effectiveness of the U.S. nuclear weapons stockpile; works to reduce the global danger from weapons of mass destruction; provides the U.S. Navy with safe and militarily effective nuclear propulsion; and responds to nuclear and radiological emergencies in the United States and abroad. The National Nuclear Security Administration, also manages the Office of Secure Transportation (OST), responsible for the transport and protection of Nuclear warheads and other sensitive materials. They engage in countre-terrorism in nuclear threats overseas and assisting in securing oversea nuclear stockpiles of both United States assets and allies. Over two thousand three hundred heavily-armed protective forces provide security for the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) at six different sites with long term missions to store and process weapons-grade nuclear materials, what is classified as one of America's highest security threats. Since September 11th 2001, DOE has sought to
transform its protective forces into an elite tactical response fighting force similar to agencies with training and capabilities similar to the U.S. military.
MARPAT (Marine Pattern)
MARPAT, short form for Marine Pattern, was a camo first conceived as a concept in 2001, and was eventually adopted between 2001 to 2002 as part of the Marine Corps Combat Utility Uniform program (MCCUU). The camo itself is made up of pixel generated designs, directly inspired and based around Canadian CADPAT (your favorite relish). Theoretically as a result, this allows it to exceed traditional camo fabric patterns by copying textures and jagged boundaries found in the environments it is used in. MARPAT also holds an intimidation factor, as used exclusively by the Marines, as it is intended to strike fear into opfor who see it and recognize their adversary by the aforementioned branch.
Features
Resistant to fading, shrinking and wrinkling in the wash
Felled style sewing throughout the shirt seams ensures enhanced tear resistance
Ripstop material
Mandarin-style collar can be worn up or down, with a velcro fastener for whether you’re feeling larpy or more business casual
Two dual tilted velcro chest pockets
Two dual arm velcro closure pockets
Velcro or button up wrist adjustments
Zip up front section with fabric covering
Velcro closed space to add elbow pads
Missing patches that have been removed to identify the wearer as a part of the NNSA Protective Force
Schematics
Measurements:
Standard USGI Sizing
Condition: From used to brand new with tags.
Manufacturing: NylonCotton Build
These tops are Tru-Spec or Propper pieces. They are not Military issue, but were used by the NNSA, as evidenced by them coming from a government lot sold from a US base and having signs of removed patches
Field Notes/Misty Supply Musings/Potential Uses/Trivia
Here at Misty Mountain Supply we are very proud to be one of the first companies to get our hands on anything MARPAT in large quantities… seeing as how MARPAT is the current camouflage in use by the United States Marine Corps, these are as hot off the press as surplus can come. It’s still taking its time to get around, so be sure to grab yourself some while it’s in stock, as it may be harder to find than older patterns such as UCP, especially for fellow canucks!
Desert MARPAT isn’t just useful in the desert, it actually is an excellent prairie camouflage as well as incredibly useful in the fall and spring when things are much more brown
From other stores, these tops and pants would run you roughly 100CAD each (Without the cool history). Enjoy the savings and get out there with your new Desert Marpat!
These are literally secret agency spook uniforms. These will never be seen again. Don’t miss out.
