East German Grey Wool Scarf

NVA Issue Wool Scarf

This grey wool scarf was issued to soldiers of the Nationale Volksarmee (NVA), the army of the former German Democratic Republic, during the Cold War. It was made to keep the neck and collar warm under a field jacket or greatcoat in cold weather. Today it suits anyone who wants a plain, warm layer for winter, along with collectors and reenactors building out an East German kit.

Features

• Genuine NVA Issue — This is original East German Army gear from the Cold War period, not a modern copy.
• Wool/Polyester Blend — Wool provides the warmth, and the polyester in the blend keeps the fabric soft and light.
• Approx. 50 x 9.75 Inches — At roughly 50 in long and 9.75 in wide (127 x 25 cm), it wraps once around the neck and tucks easily into a collar.
• Fringed Ends — Both short ends finish in a loose fringe, the traditional detail on issue scarves.
• Plain Grey Colorway — The solid grey pairs with NVA uniforms and works just as well with civilian winter clothing.
• Lightweight Layer — The scarf stays thin enough to wear under a coat collar without adding bulk.
• Machine Washable — You can machine wash and machine dry it, which most all-wool scarves can't handle.

Issued By The NVA

The Nationale Volksarmee was East Germany's armed force from 1956 until German reunification. Scarves like this one were part of its cold-weather clothing issue. Because it is original government stock, it brings real Cold War provenance to a collection or impression, and for everyday wear it is simply a warm, easy-care scarf.