Czech Army M85 Sweater Vest

Czech M85 Knit Vest

The M85 sweater vest is a sleeveless knit layer issued by the Czech Army to add warmth under a uniform jacket without the bulk of a full sweater. The deep V-neck sits cleanly over a collared shirt and tie, and the open arms leave your shoulders free to move. It suits collectors of Czech kit, reenactors building an accurate uniform, and anyone who wants a plain, hard-wearing knit for cold mornings.

Features

• Genuine Czech Army Issue — Originally issued government uniform stock, not a commercial copy of the pattern.
• Wool, Cotton And Polyester Blend — Wool holds warmth, while the cotton and polyester content adds durability and keeps the knit from feeling scratchy.
• Deep V-Neck — The low neckline frames a shirt collar and tie, the way the vest was meant to be worn with service dress.
• Wide Rib-Knit Body — Broad vertical ribs give the fabric stretch, so it fits close to the body and layers smoothly under a jacket.
• Ribbed Neck, Armholes And Hem — Tighter rib-knit bands at every opening hold their shape and help keep drafts out.
• Sleeveless Cut — No sleeves means no bunching inside a coat and full freedom at the shoulders.
• Lightweight Knit — Thin enough to fold flat into a pack or drawer when you are not wearing it.
• Earth-Tone Military Color — A dark olive-brown shade that matches other Czech uniform pieces and pairs easily with civilian clothes.

Issued Czech Uniform Knit

The M85 vest was made as a pullover layer for wear under Czech uniforms, built to a government specification for daily use. It is knitted from a wool, cotton and polyester blend in a wide rib, finished with ribbed bands at the neck, armholes and waist. Issued kit like this was made to be worn every day by soldiers, which is why collectors and reenactors look for the original over a modern lookalike.