Sadf Pattern 83 Battle Jacket, 40 Buy It Now Unique military surplus. I possess a set of Pattern 70 web gear, but for later in the war, I know that the Pattern 83 was used to replace the 70. A Grade 2 military surplus M83 vest, perfect for collectors, outdoor use, or airsoft. Cost for such a rig would likely be considerably less than the SADF rig, as others have noted. In the later years of the Border War, the SADF was hurting for a comfortable, lightweight, and simple-to-use load bearing system. Thank you! Paul Morris and 3 others 4 reactions May 27, 2024 · Included in the kit: - Pattern 83 Battle Jacket (complete) - Pattern 83 Grootsak + H‑frame (Rare in the US) — tag dated 1987/88, made by Specifco in Bophuthatswana - Pattern 83 Chest Rig - Utility belt with pouches - Two SADF canteens (one is NOS) - Grenade pouches (empty) - Toiletry bag with mirror, soap box, and original bar of soap May 17, 2024 · Olive drab Pattern 83 battle jacket for sale. This authentic South African military jacket carries a rugged charm, with minor wear that adds character to its battle-ready design. The best historical & humorous emails in the business with a 1% off lifetime discount & more just for signing up. The M83 South African webbing system was a comfortable, lightweight solution to the needs of the South African military, replacing the 70 Pattern webbing. In October 2015, Pattern 83 was fully discontinued by the South African Defense Force. uen, 08ob, far, a8i, tdio, r03te, 1d6gi7bd, pfxmh, isoh, xw0dfa,