Swedish M39 Undershirt

Swedish Army Base Layer

The M39 is a long-sleeve cotton undershirt issued by the Swedish Army, worn next to the skin under uniform shirts and field jackets. It has a henley neck, meaning a collarless neckline with a short buttoned opening, so you can vent heat when you are working hard and close it up when you stop. It suits cold-weather layering, bushcraft and camping, and collectors or reenactors building a correct Swedish kit.

Features

• Swedish Army Issue — This is a genuine government-issue garment made for the Swedish armed forces under the M39 designation.
• Cotton Knit Fabric — The cotton has a fine textured knit that stretches with you and feels soft against bare skin.
• Three-Button Henley Placket — A short buttoned panel at the neck opens for ventilation or closes for warmth.
• Long Sleeves With Banded Cuffs — Full-length sleeves end in finished cuff bands that sit neatly under a jacket sleeve.
• Long Body Cut — The extended body tucks deep into trousers and stays put when you bend or reach.
• Grey-Brown Shade — The muted grey-brown color pairs easily with surplus field wear and everyday outdoor clothing.
• Printed Size Number — A number printed near the hem marks the size, following the original issue labeling.

Issued Kit, Original Spec

Each shirt was made to the Swedish military's own pattern rather than a commercial interpretation of it, which is why it holds appeal for collectors who want the real article. The plain cotton construction, buttoned henley neck and long cut are the original M39 details. Wear it as a working base layer under heavier kit, or keep it as part of a Swedish uniform set.