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====== Star Army Poncho, Type 38 ====== | ====== Star Army Poncho, Type 38 ====== | ||
- | The Type 38 Poncho is a [[wp> | + | The Type 38 Poncho is a [[wp> |
- | {{stararmy: | + | {{stararmy: |
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===== Design ===== | ===== Design ===== | ||
- | The poncho is a large rectangular garment constructed of completely waterproof synthetic polymer fabric. In the center it has a hood with a drawstring to pull it closed. The hood has ear pockets designed for [[species: | + | The poncho is a large rectangular garment constructed of completely waterproof synthetic polymer fabric. It is extremely resistant to punctures and tears and is strong enough to be used as a hammock or gurney. In the center it has a hood with a drawstring to pull it closed. The hood has ear pockets designed for [[species: |
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The poncho comes with an extremely comfortable optional liner (affectionately called a " | The poncho comes with an extremely comfortable optional liner (affectionately called a " | ||
===== Usage ===== | ===== Usage ===== | ||
- | The poncho is designed to be worn over field uniforms such as the the [[stararmy: | + | The poncho is designed to be worn over field uniforms such as the the [[stararmy: |
- | It is not typical for the hood to be actually used; this is one of those military culture things like not using the ear covers on winter hats and not using certain pockets. | + | It is not typical for the hood to be actually used outside of survival situations; this is one of those military culture things like not using the ear covers on winter hats and not using certain pockets. It is felt that soldiers look more professional with the hood down and/or that it interferes with the ability to hear. Additionally, |