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Any one got one these ? I was gifted it 20 plus years ago. Used to use for duck shooting. All ways did notice it was nice and warm and some how kept the rain out. The material don’t feel water proof just like a clothe Now I am getting into my bushcraft and camping it’s come onto my radar from...

Thanks folks just checking I wasn’t missing a trick. So basically handy to have around camp or reasonable static

They seem to be big military item but again how do they manage obstacles heavy cover etc. I see the benefits of keeping pack dry. Ideal for that and shelter. But once you hit woods or have to climb over stuff

They seem to be talked about a lot for bush craft and I see the benefits of there dual use as a shelter. But I look out the door today it’s lashing down I look at my nice shiny Dutch army poncho. I need to walk the dog but I know I have to get over a barb fence. Next I wanted to for a mooch...

Thanks for the comments good to know. The poncho arrived today. Perfect condition as new really from highland army surplus . Very pleased great service. Rarely see on eBay now. I may stick a liner on my list for future

Just bought a sas hooped bivi. Not sure why as I have 2 bivi’s but couldn’t resist. Look forward to its arrival

Brill thanks for taking the time to do that Pat

Cheers Pat going to watch few videos and suss it out

Yes I was over the moon driving back. Just got get hang of using that wire hook handle

Been after one for a while but to pricey as a rule. Then one popped up on Facebook £15 Needless to say I was straight on that. Fired it up for first time this morning for a quick coffee. Boiled mug water in no time. The pan also made a great comfortable cup to my surprise. So well chuffed with that

That would be brilliant Dan but don’t go out of your way

Wow cheers Dan find that really interesting

Cheers Dan I have since been provided setup info by kind chap and getting to set better now. Just testing in day at moment until I take plunge. Hell of difference size wise between an old 2 man tent and modern one. It’s pretty big so need to find suitable spots.

Thank you for the info Harold I will ponder on it. Few on eBay in good nick. Will check the poncho out when it arrives

Got Dutch army poncho on the way. Just fancied adding one to my kit. Any benefit to the liner from point of view of camping ? Looks useful though apparently quite thin. Could use for extra layer in the bivy or even maybe as under blanket in the hammock?

Get the army desert socks best socks ever. Never slip down warm and comfortable

This one is a belter. Be able to fit me bivi and bag in no problem

Thank you for kind offer grey cat but I got nice surprise :) Beautiful bags and frames Just got figure how to use them now lol. Will research hip attachment for them

Popped old girl up today for a look Definitely using me bivi in it until it’s tested. Ozzes character though

Any one heard of these? Picking one up weekend for tenner. I love me bivi but couldn’t resist this. Love old gear. Sort thing that went up Everest I believe