Para smock Para Wings: MTP Parachutists Smock, badged for 2 PARA, from the Airborne Assault Museum Collection, Duxford, 2012. Apr 9, 2018 · They should have been on general issue instead of the Para smock imo The decent Gaberdine smocks came with the traditional big buttons, no rank slide on the front and an unwired hood… not to be confused with the more modern DPM windproof that has two large extra zip pockets on the front, is made from stiff uncomfortable material and has a These "officer modified" versions of the Denison Smock are proving to be a widely popular variation on the 2nd pattern smocks that we also have available. The 1959 Canadian Sniper Sgt Harold Marshall wearing a Denison smock. The use of vintage camouflage patterns also makes these smocks ideal for the basis of custom costumes as they are patterns that are not well known. 00 Sep 10, 2023 · Officially designated the “Denison Smock, 1959 Pattern,” it may have been introduced as early as 1956 or thereabouts. Jun 7, 2022 · Australian Army "Para Smock. Measures. During the war, soldiers could have their smocks modified making them easier to wear, most often seen are Officers and Glider pilots wearing them. In DPCU jelly bean camo pattern. Crotchflap panel. It was introduced in the mid-1970s, after the British Army's universal adoption of DPM field clothing. A 1000% GENUINE ORIGINAL REAL faklands war era BRITISH PARATROOPER SMOCK . Available Grade 1. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. #PARA-SMOCK-NEW-88 RRP: Aug 26, 2015 · The Pattern 1959 was the last officially issued version of the Denison para smock of WW2 fame. Label has been removed but this is a genuine item. These smocks were used into the 1970’s and were replaced with the rare FALKLANDS WAR era BRITISH PARATROOPER DPM parachute PARA SMOCK AIRBORNE. Sale. Crotchflap panel, tag backside. uk. Developed with experts, this heavyweight cotton Denison is a must for British reenactors but really does not look out of place on the high street, it really is an iconic and attractive item Australian military issue para smock. i Apr 25, 2025 · The Kay Canvas reproduction Denison is a replica of the original WW2 Denison smock but made with a full zip up the front. Armpit seam, tag backside. flat cap newy brass studs , clix zipper , no field dressing pocket on right arm , old style size label size 1 = FALKLaNDS WAR ERA . These paratrooper smocks have a worn vintage look to give them more authenticity for use in living history events or theater work. . We have for sale WW2 replica Denison smocks made by Kay Canvas clothing. co. Thread starter CombatWombat; Start date Jun 6, 2022; CombatWombat Well-Known Member. New. however, I'm not sure. British WW2 Paratrooper Denison smocks, we have the first pattern Denison and the second pattern Denison smocks worn by the British Airborne in WW2. Sold out. 4 external pockets secured with poppers. Armpit to armpit – 23 inch / 59cm. Zip to front. The 'Smock, Parachutist DPM', [1] known simply as the Para Smock, was the replacement for the Denison Smock used by the British Army's Parachute Regiment and parachute-trained troops. Beaver tail and woolen elasticated cuffs. There are also small internal tags made from recycled fragments of the size tag for a pair of Khaki Drill shorts: Armpit seam. Para Smock British Army Issue Para Smock Genuine Kit - New In stock. Jun 6, 2022 #1 Feb 18, 2024 · this video is a review about the para smock, the hood of it's time, and a few myths on the internet that i possibly i could dispel. These are some of the best replica World War Two Denison smocks available in the world today. Wishlist | 0 items in cart - £ 0. Re-using was probably necessary due to wartime material shortages. It has four bellows-style pockets and a small FFD pouch - all fastened with press studs; woollen cuffs and a curious (externally stowed) crotch flap that has little if any use. THE ORIGINAL m77 TYPE SMOCK WITH THE WHITE INNER BACKING . The Denison smock was a coverall jacket issued to Special Operations Executive (SOE) agents, the Parachute Regiment, the Glider Pilot Regiment, Air Landing Regiments, air observation post squadrons, Commando units, and other Commonwealth airborne units, to wear over their Battle Dress uniform during the Second World War, remaining Issued to British Airborne forces, Part Lined, Four stud fastening front Pockets, with Field Dressing Pocket on one arm and pen pocket on the other. Shoulder to shoulder – 22 1/2 inch / 57cm. In stock Pre-order. Call Us: 00 44 1902 256500 info@army-shop. They have heavy brass zip with wind baffle , stud fastening crotch flap and Knitted Cuffs. 1959 Pattern Denison Para Smock This is the classic 1959 pattern Denison smock that was worn by all Battalions of the British Parachute regiment from the early 1960's until the end of the 1970's, when the DPM Para smock was introduced The 1959 Denison Smock is remembered as the Para smock most often seen worn on Brit Paras in Northern Ireland It was teamed up with DMS Ankle boots, short Introduced in the mid-1970s, the voluminous smock is a throwback to the early Denison Smocks, which were meant to be worn over Battle Dress. Major Geoff Rothery wearing a Step-in Smock circa 1941 Denison Smock 1959 Pattern Sand Colour Variant, from the Airborne Assault Museum Collection, Duxford. This smock was not only modified in design from the original to incorporate thick knitted cuffs and a full-length front zipper, it also saw a more consistent application of the “brushstroke” camouflage pattern. Collar to hem – 33 inch / 84cm Jan 8, 2019 · The WWII Paratrooper Battle Smock is a reproduction of the original German military paratrooper smock. Jan 30, 2022 · This probably means the smock was made in 1942 but issued in 1943. British Army Para Smock Brand New Unissued. qvlrtkzhzgtsekifmoxlxzkvwyrjihusqwagfwfndcjhfcajnsaetd