HUNGARY M1951 SPRING CAMO PATTERN COVERALL (LARGE)

 HUNGARY

M1951 SPRING CAMO PATTERN COVERALL

GRADE 2 CONDITION - SIZE ARMPIT TO ARMPIT 25" 

A new camouflage pattern with two distinctive colourways (plus a solid white version for snow operations) was introduced in 1951 and printed on a one-piece hooded coverall issued to reconnaissance troops and artillery observers. The green variant of the M1951 pattern features ochre and reddish-brown shapes on a bright or dull green background, and was intended for use in lowlands or open terrain. Although only produced between 1951 and 1953, the uniforms continued to be worn into the latter part of the 20th century. At least two variations of the pattern have been documented, although it is unlikely these were intentional. Rather the color variations are likely to reflect the quality control standards of the time, or availability of dyes used in the production of the fabric. This version is also referred to in some documents (and historically by collectors) as "spring" pattern.