USGI Woodland Camo Countermine Ensemble Groin Protector, No Armor

Description

This is a groin protector from the Body Armor Countermine Ensemble that was used by the US Military. The Body Armor Countermine Ensemble was designed to give extra protection to soldiers who were clearing minefields or dealing with IEDs and booby traps. It attaches to the vest and when combined with a ballistic insert which is not included, provides protection to the groin. There is a hook field and 2 button snaps on the side facing the user, and loop panels on the side facing away from the user. A 1.5″ piece of elastic webbing with hook allows the groin protector to interface with the vest, attaching to a vertical trip of loop on the back. Overall this is a cool piece of gear history that is very hard to find.

Features:

• Woodland Camo Pattern – Created and issued from 1981 onwards. Based on the ERDL camo patterns used throughout the Vietnam War and afterwards, specifically the 2nd pattern ERDL, RDF ERDL. The biggest change over earlier ERDL patterns was the enlargement of the patterns and shapes found in ERDL. The colors were also the same with light green, dark green and brown being used. Black would be used in twig shapes across the base colors. Woodland Camo is commonly referred to just as BDU or M81. M81 is an unofficial name for Woodland Camo that comes from its adoption date, 1981. It was used across the US Military till individual service branches replaced it with modern camo patterns.
• For Compatible Gear Only – See main description for more details.
• Can Hold Ballistic Plates – Ballistic plates can be held within included plate pockets.

Manufactured by:

• Various Government Contractors – This item is manufactured for the US government by various contractors.

Country of Manufacture: USA – This product is manufactured in the #1 country, the USA.

Issue Type: USGI – These are genuine US government issued items made to military specification (mil-spec).

Restrictions:

• ITAR Restricted – This item is ITAR controlled and cannot be shipped or carried outside the United States. NOT FOR EXPORT.