British Army Desert DPM Boonie Hat

Desert DPM Boonie Hat

This is the British Army's wide-brimmed boonie hat in Desert DPM, short for Disruptive Pattern Material, the two-tone sand and tan camouflage British forces wore in arid theaters before MTP replaced it. A full brim keeps sun off the face, ears and neck, and a chin cord holds the hat on in wind. Collectors, reenactors and anyone who wants a practical sun hat with real service history will find it a good fit.

Features

• Desert DPM Camouflage — Pale sand and tan disruptive shapes break up the hat's outline against dry, open ground.
• Genuine British Army Issue — This is government-issued headwear, not a commercial version of the pattern.
• Wide Stitched Brim — Rows of stitching run around the brim to stiffen it so it holds its shape and shades the face and neck.
• Foliage Loop Band — A fabric band around the crown has loops for tucking in grass or scrim to further disguise the hat's outline.
• Eyelet Vents — Metal eyelets set into the crown let heat and moisture escape from the top of the head.
• Adjustable Chin Cord — A black cord with a toggle lock cinches under the chin to keep the hat in place in wind or on the move.
• Nylon Construction — The hat is made from nylon fabric, which is light to wear and packs flat into a pocket or pack.

British Issue Pattern

Desert DPM was the British Army's desert camouflage during the years it served in the Gulf and Middle East, and this boonie is the hat that went with it. It follows the standard issue layout: soft crown, foliage band, vented sides, stitched brim and chin cord. As original kit, it suits a period Desert DPM uniform build or a collection of British military headwear, and it works just as well as an everyday hat for hot weather outdoors.