There are so many types of a military sleeping bag out there that it’s tough to find the best one. If it was a simple answer as to what bag stands out from the rest, we would probably tell you. The best military sleeping bag depends on your personal needs and your budget, so we’ll highlight different benefits of several bags so you can choose the bag that’s right for you.
The military sleeping bag is also commonly known as a “mummy bag,” since it features a “hood” portion that covers most of its user’s head, 
making the wearer look like a mummy. The whole point of this is to allow the bare minimum amount of body heat to escape the bag when it is fully enclosed. There are some great military surplus mummy bags out there at great prices, including this one
Most military sleeping bags will be made to retain heat under conditions of certain temperatures. Many high-quality bags can be purchased that will keep you warm in below-freezing temperatures. The bag made by Cascade
Bivy
Now if you want warmth without sacrificing convenience of size, then maybe one of three military sleeping bags made by Softie is for you. These three models — the Merlin, the Hawk, and the Osprey — are 17 inches long or less at their longest points when compressed. What distinguishes the three designs from each other is their temperature ratings. The catch with buying a Softie bag is that it won’t be cheap. But if it’s small you want, the price will be worth it. You can check out each Softie bag here
A separate component of a military sleeping bag that helps soldiers stay dry in wet conditions is the bivouac sack, often called a “bivy.” A bivy
And what would a military surplus item be without being available in camo? Here’s
Let us know what you think the best military sleeping bag is. Comment below.
Written by Craig Kent, member of the Best Military Surplus team.
contained a wider variety as it made an appearance during the Civil War. It continued to evolve throughout the wars of the 20th century, containing lighter meats, potatoes, fruit bars, and more. Finally, standard issue dehydrated MRE’s went into service in 1986, being stored in plastic pouches.
and has been the material of choice ever since. The current military poncho can be used as a shelter in emergencies.
.
for fixed blades, folding blades, ACU knives, and even magazine clips, Raine makes our number five. They a number of styles for their knife sheaths, including camouflage sheaths and horizontal sheaths. Most of their products are made of a durable nylon or polypro webbing. The drawbacks to Raine are that the sheaths aren’t top-notch quality, made of a less durable material than some of the other companies on our list, and Raine doesn’t have an established reputation like some of the others. But don’t let those negatives prevent you from buying Raine’s sheaths, as they still get the job done and come at a price that’s tough to beat.
that comes with their Amphibian knife. The knife itself is a marine knife, measuring 3 3/4″. The knife sheath is made of Kydex material, and it has multiple leg straps and buckles for quick release. Kershaw may not be at the top of our list, but you can be sure the knife
. One of the company’s most popular products is the 
(currently unavailable, but similar to 
with a Kydex liner. The negative to some of the sheaths are that the nylon ones aren’t very firm, and when the liner isn’t Kydex, it’s not good quality. But the wide range of sheath styles and the experience of Ontario are what give it the advantage over the previous two companies in particular, and part of the reason that it tops our list.
), but we had to at least mention it because it’s so cool! Jake sports this sheath during his time in his avatar. I won’t spoil the movie for anyone who hasn’t seen Avatar, but the sheath sees some action towards the end of the movie. What makes the sheath so cool is that it carries his curved knife and it’s tied to his chest for easy access. The Na’vi sure know how to make a knife sheath…
comes in a handy nylon carry pouch.
to keep its soldiers alive in dire situations, you should too.
(Aircraft Survival and Egress Knife). The ASEK knife was designed for military aircraft pilots for use in the case of a crash. It is strong enough to cut through aircraft skin and acrylic glass windows, which means it is strong enough for just about anything a knife would be used for. The knife can be used to cut clothing to be used as makeshift bandages, as a weapon against wildlife or enemies, and a number of other things. A lot of people may not think a knife should be part of a survival kit, but we think it is very important.
. This kit contains most of the items already mentioned, and a substitute for those it does not. Items included in the kit are a compass, brass wire cutter, matches, water tablets, and more. Plus the contents of the kit come in a handy, easy-to-carry tin.