Original Soviet Union Korean War “WWII Style Leaf Pattern” Derivative Sniper Smock - Dated 1953
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Original Item: Only One Available. This is a wonderful example of a Soviet Sniper Smock in the lovely “Leaf Pattern” camouflage and dated 1953. While the material is worn and faded, there is no extensive damage present. The hood is still firmly attached, the “pocket” slits are untorn at the corners and the single button on the front is present. This type of “sniper suit” is identical to the earlier WWII Leaf Pattern, the only real difference being the manufacture date of 1953.
In 1941 a different type of camouflage design was introduced, utilizing a printed pattern of dark leaves & twigs on a khaki-colored field. Referred to in some period literature as letniy kamuflyazh (summer camouflage), surviving examples suggest the colored overprint was likely produced in at least two variations (green or grey/brown) for wear during different seasons. Some of these uniforms were, in fact, reversible (not this example) from a green to a brown-dominant design. The issued uniform was the same MKK/MK type, and saw service well into the 1960s with some Soviet units.
A fantastic example ready for further research and display.
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