What is PCU Level 5?
The Level 5 soft shell, in comparison, is water resistant, but by no means waterproof. It’s made, like all of the other parts of the PCU system, of hydrocarbon materials, aka “plastic,” which cannot absorb water.
What pants do Navy Seals use?
The tactical pants created for the LAPD are comparable to what you would find an Operator wearing on a top-secret mission. They feature the same classic military BDU design present with Navy SEAL gear. Military tactical pants are usually constructed in something comfortable yet durable like polyester and cotton blends.
What jeans did SEALs wear in Vietnam?
In Vietnam, some SEALs preferred American-made Levi’s 501 and 505 denim jeans instead of standard issue dungarees. Specifically during late 1970 and early 1971, SEALs donned Levi’s jeans in combat.
Why did special forces wear jeans in Vietnam?
Specifically during late 1970 and early 1971, SEALs donned Levi’s jeans in combat. Denim could better withstand the rigors of the jungle climate, providing improved protection from leeches, mosquitos and other bugs, especially when combined with a layer of pantyhose underneath.
What are Patagonia level 9 Combat pants?
Patagonia Level 9 Combat pants come in preowned condition. Pants have fading and staining on the front and back. Pants are complete with no missing parts. The combat pants will either come with a Patagonia hanging tag in the inside or Patagonia printed in the inside (both Patagonia Manufacturing labels can be seen above).
Does Patagonia 50/50 NYCO work with Combat pants?
Constructed from 50/50 NYCO, it meets the no melt/no drip requirement of the US Military. *If your needing Patagonia knee pads with your pants use the drop down menu to select what Generation you would like with your combat pant.
How do you measure for Patagonia combat pants?
The combat pants will either come with a Patagonia hanging tag in the inside or Patagonia printed in the inside (both Patagonia Manufacturing labels can be seen above). Some of the pants we couldn’t read the sizes, so we measure them against other pant sizes we could read and double checked the pants size with a measuring tape.
Do I need knee pads with my Patagonia pants?
*If your needing Patagonia knee pads with your pants use the drop down menu to select what Generation you would like with your combat pant. If you’re not needing knee pads select “NO KNEE PADS” to move forward with your purchase.