Swing Away in a Jungle Hammock

The jungle hammock may not seem like a standard issue military surplus item, but it sure helped a lot of soldiers get a decent night of sleep in World War II and the Vietnam War. The jungle hammock is based on what used to be called the Venezuelan hammock, which obviously originated in Venezuela.  These [...]

The Leather Slapper Makes Self-Defense Easy

One of the least-known military surplus protection weapons is the leather slapper.  It isn’t ideal for every dangerous situation, but it can get the job done. The leather slapper is a small self defense weapon which can be used to knock out anyone who tries to attack you.  The weapon has a simple design.  It’s [...]

The Medic Bag – More Helpful Than You Think

The only thing worse than getting injured on the battlefield is being attended to by a medic without his medic bag.  The handy bag worn by medics has served our country well over the past century and has aided in saving many soldiers’ lives. If you’re a male medic, you might be hesitant at using [...]

Gift Idea – Military Blanket

If you’re still searching for a gift for that difficult person on your list, look no further: a military blanket is perfect for anyone who loves military surplus. Soldiers on the field have to stay warm so they can be alert and so their body can fully function.  Because of this, they need the warmest [...]

Pack in Style with an Army Duffel Bag

One of my favorite military surplus items is the original Army duffel bag. It’s a classic item that’s been around for many years. Even when new bag and backpack updates are made, this bag remains a hit among military surplus enthusiasts. The Army duffel bag (sometimes “duffle”) gets its name from the town in Belgium [...]

Find Your Way With a Military Compass

The best way to keep track of where you are when you’re outdoors is to use a military compass.  It’s made to lead soldiers on the battlefield without failing, so you know you can trust this military surplus item. The compass has some form or another actually existed for more than two thousand years.  This [...]

Don’t Go Into Battle Without a Military Canteen

Of all the best military surplus you can get, a military canteen is one of the most unique.  No other fluid container is like a military canteen — it was made specifically to suit the needs of soldier’s on the battlefield — and no other container has been field tested for you like it has. [...]

Hide in Military Netting

When the camouflage of a soldier’s uniform isn’t enough, a military netting is there to provide protection.  Not the kind of protection that body armor gives a soldier, but the protection of stealth.  Some missions require soldiers to hide from their enemies, and any military surplus that can make them tougher to see helps them. [...]

ALICE Pack – Lightweight for Mobility

It was the advent of the ALICE pack that made the U.S. military the authority on all-purpose backpacks.  The ALICE pack has followed soldiers around wherever their missions have taken them for over 25 years.  It is not the standard equipment carrying system anymore, but some soldiers still get use out of their models. The ALICE [...]

Pop Up Bathroom – When you Gotta Go Military Style

Zero To Relief In 3 Seconds Flat with this Pop Up Bathroom. A Pop Up Bathroom that let’s it’s military members and campers setup a portable bathroom in 3 seconds.  Watch the video to see how easy it is. You can buy here: Click HERE To Buy Pop Up Bathroom They act as a portable [...]

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