Belgian Moon and Balls (1956)

August 26, 2015Belgium, Camouflage, Early Cold War (1945 - 1968)

Full Zip, 3 Snap Pocket Smock:

1956 date. Extremely heavy, rigid, treated poplin fabric. Tail snaps to inside of back.

Denison Style Smock:

1955 date, twill material. Similar straight pocket layout to 1949 Version. Riri zipper, snaps are unbranded. Zipper is closer to 3/4 length, does not reach bottom. Tail snaps to outside of back.

Trousers:

Same material as full zip smock.

Hood:

Same material as full zip smock and trousers but less treated so not as rigid. Wool liner material is similar to wool US WW2 era shirt material.

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