Spanish camouflage patterns

- Aug 27, 2018 -

Spanish camouflage patterns
 Introduced into service between 1959 and 1960, the M59 camouflage pattern (some
sources call it rocky or "rocky" pattern) saw considerable use until the mid-1980s, when its
use began to decline. Spanish sources indicate, however, that limited use continued with
some units until the mid-1990s. The pattern consists of black and translucent amoeba
shapes of red and olive green on a tan background with superimposed overprinted spots,
and probably saw the largest number of items in production over the course of his career.
This pattern was worn by army paratroopers, special operations companies (COE) and the
Spanish Legion. It is known to many collectors as the Spanish "brown amoeba" pattern.

 A color variation of the above, the m60 woodland camouflage pattern was used between
1960 and 1970. Using essentially the same drawings as the m59, this printed version
consists of black and translucent green amoeba shapes on a pale green background with
overprinted whitish specks. The pattern was also used primarily by special operations
companies (COE) and paratroopers (parachutists). Collectors have often referred to this
pattern as the Spanish "green amoeba." There is a variation that was issued to the Spanish
Marines as a reversible poncho/shelter and helmet cover.

 Around 1962, two camouflage patterns were introduced for use by air and special
operations troops. The green or "spring" version features large "splash" groupings of
reddish brown and moss green on a light gray background, while the yellow or "autumn"
 version has groupings of reddish brown and ocher on a light green background. The
Camouflaged Launch Suit or "camouflage suit" was specially designed for airborne
operations and featured a removable hood, helmet cover and neck scarf. Uniform
variations of the patterns have been documented in use by the Army Special Operations
Companies (COE), the Spanish Air Force Paratroopers (Sappers) or EZAPAC, and
possibly the Army Mountain Troops. Both the uniform and pattern are often incorrectly
referred to as M61 by many collectors.

 Seen here are two variations of the rocky camouflage pattern, dating back to the 1970s.
The first was printed on the M1969 model Infantry and Legion uniforms, while the second
comes from a handkerchief worn as a tie.

 A variation of the rock pattern introduced in 1970 featured dark red, dark green, and olive
green amoeba shapes on a tan background with superimposed overprinted spots. This was
also issued only as a reversible poncho/shelter and helmet cover.
 The Spanish Army also issued a special field tent in 1970, printed in a single green dot or
"frogskin" camouflage design. These saw service in the 1990s. The pattern has large spots
of olive green and tan on a sandy background. Variations of this pattern emerged in the
1980s printed on a reversible poncho/shelter, helmet cover, field gear, and some clothing
items. These variants have dark olive green and ocher or reddish brown spots on a light
OG background.

 Between 1974 and 1975 a third version of the often nicknamed "amoeba" pattern emerged
and was used in the Spanish Sahara. This arid or desert camouflage consists of reddish,
lime green and ocher amoeba shapes on a sandy background with pale yellow spots
overprinted. The pattern was mainly used by the Spanish Legion in North Africa, but
evidence shows that it was also used by some commando companies of the Spanish Army
(COE 103) and possibly also by some parachute companies. Following the Spanish military
presence in the Sahara, the pattern was also worn by units stationed in the Canary Islands.

 In 1982, Spain introduced a camouflage pattern heavily influenced by the US ERDL m1948
design. The pattern shapes, black, brown and forest green on a khaki-green background,
were initially tested by special operations companies of the Army, but they eventually
became the standard uniform of the Spanish Armed Forces in 1985 or 1986. The " leaf " or
"ERDL" pattern, shown below, is the original COE uniform pattern, as well as the
standardized version adopted in the late 1980s.
 Around 1985 or 1986, the woodland pattern was revived and given a new color for use by
the Spanish Legion. This variant incorporates black ocher, dark green, and olive or dark
green amoeba shapes on a pale green background, and was produced in at least four
uniform styles, as well as printed on field equipment. The choice of colors is likely to have
been reflected by Spain's recent admission to NATO and the fact that several other
countries in that alliance had adopted similar color schemes for their camouflage uniforms.
Some sources refer to this as the Boscoso Legion pattern, as it appears to have been
limited in service to units of the Spanish Foreign Legion. Interestingly, although production
units were small and issued for only a short period of time, Legion examples continued to
be used by Legion units until the mid-2000s.

 In 1990, the Spanish Army determined that it needed a desert camouflage pattern to equip
military personnel serving primarily in United Nations missions abroad. The design chosen
was the original American six-color "chip" pattern of black and white on medium brown,
light brown and tan on a sandy background, but reduced by approximately 20%. This
pattern is in general service with the Army and Spanish Legion. Newer versions of the
pattern are printed on a polyester and ripstop blend fabric.
 In the slightly independent branch of the Spanish Armed Forces, in the late 1990s, Spanish
Navy Marines discarded the standard blade pattern uniform in favor of one based on US
m81 forest drawings. This remains the standard camouflage pattern for this service.

 In 2002, the basic design of the Armed Forces' standard "leaf" pattern changed to a slightly
darker, more olive colorway. This was adopted by all Armed Forces as the standard pattern
and remains so, with the exception of the Spanish Marines.

 The Special Operations Group (GEO) of the National Police Corps carries a variation of the
Armed Forces leaf camouflage design. The design uses the same drawings as that of the
Armed Forces, but the color is more dominant in brown and tan tones.
 The marines of the Spanish Navy adopted their own desert camouflage pattern in 2003.
The design is a four-color pattern of reddish, beige, and sandy shapes on a brown
background. Since then, it has also been adopted by paratroopers of the Spanish Air Force
(EZPAC).

 In December 2009, the Army revealed a series of two new pixelated patterns intended to
replace the previous leaf pattern. The M09 Woodland Pixelated Army (Forest) pattern
appears to be copied directly from Crye Industries' Multicam pattern (with color change)
and features small black, olive green, reddish brown, and khaki patches on a moss green
background.

 The arid/urban (desert/urban) version of the pixelated M09 Ejercito has brown and sand
medium patches on a tan background and is worn by personnel deployed in desert regions.
 The National Police Corps (Cuerpo Nacional de Police) maintains a special operations unit,
the Special Operations Group ( Grupo de Operaciones Especiales), charged with
counterterrorism, diplomatic protection, the hostage crisis and duties against organized
crime. Normally dressed in black sports clothing, members of the unit occasionally wear a
leaf camouflage pattern that incorporates black, brown, and pale green shapes on a blue-
green background.

Experimental and unconfirmed Spanish camouflage patterns

 Showing notable similarities to the EZAPAC camouflage design of the Air Force
Paratroopers, the camouflage pattern seen here is believed to have been an experimental
design also designed for the EZAPAC at one time. Surviving examples of uniforms in this
pattern are very few, but of extremely high quality and do not suggest commercial origins.
However, without additional documentation, we are left to speculate on the precise origins
of this design.
 Seen here is another camouflage design with very strong similarities to the M62 EZPAC
pattern. However, this design varies not only in the colors used, but also in the actual
shapes incorporated into the design. Although one or two photographs have emerged that
appear to show the pattern in use, there is little evidence to suggest that this design ever
saw widespread use; rather, it seems more likely that this was simply an experimental
design.

 The four-color design seen below is believed to be an early poncho/coat pattern, possibly
issued only for the COE. The irregular shapes actually resemble some of the original
shapes in the US ERDL pattern. USA, although the connection is probably quite remote
and may even be a coincidence. So far, no photographs of the shelters used have
emerged, leading us to the conclusion that this may have just been an experimental design.

 Two additional variations of the "amoeba" desert pattern have been documented, going
from a pattern with the same green and yellow elements as above to one without them.
Existing samples of this uniform are poorly made and do not meet the typical quality
standards of the Spanish armed forces. There is absolutely no evidence to suggest that this
reversible design has been produced for a general problem, leaving the likelihood that it is
simply an experiment or, at best, a trial design.
 There is some speculation that, during the 1970s, a flecktarn -like camouflage design was
briefly introduced for use by the Spanish Airborne Brigade (BRIPAC) and possibly other
specialized units. The design features black, dark green and dark olive green spots on a
yellow-tan background. Unfortunately, virtually no photographic documentation of this
pattern has been found in use by any unit, so we must conclude that it is more likely that it
was an experimental pattern or simply a commercial design. Below left you see a larger
section of the pattern in a faded condition and to the right a much smaller section with
original colors.

 The camouflage pattern seen here was marketed as a design used by the Spanish Armed
Forces operating in the Sahara; However, it does not appear to have any connection with
Spain, nor is it likely to have been a military issue at any time. Rather, the design appears
to have been influenced by World War II German patterns and produced strictly for the
collector or commercial market. The uniforms sold in this pattern were clearly commercial in
nature and were marked "Made in West Germany."
 SPANISH CAMOUFLAGE
PERSO WANADOO.ES
M-59 uniform, reversible. Known as "PENTOMIC". First camouflaged model of the
Spanish Army. The history of this uniform is as exciting as the historical period in
which it lived. After the Sidi Ifni War (1957-1958), the precariousness of the
equipment and means of the Spanish troops became evident and an attempt was made
to modernize with the adoption of new material, which includes this model of
camouflage uniform. The year 59 was especially relevant since the visit of the North
American President and national hero Dwight Eisenhower took place, who "endorsed"
Franco's policy, since the signing of the Hispanic-American Agreements of September
26, 1953, and which gave a fundamental importance to the North American bases in
Spain, as part of the global defense against a probable Soviet attack, although this
meant supporting the government of the "Generalissimo", removing it from the
ostracism in which it had been since the end of World War II. As a result of these
agreements, military material is received from the United States (although subject to
very peculiar conditions of use that prohibited the use of the recently incorporated air
means in Sidi Ifni, for example). This model of uniform already appears in some
photos dated 1959. Its use became widespread in the 60s, becoming used by members
of the Marine Corps, Mountain Troops, Cavalry, COE. This representation is inspired
by photos of the 1964 victory parade. Camouflaged belt, variant used with the CETME
C, regulation in the Spanish Army since April 28, 1964. In the photo of the pants, you
can see the label on the detailing the size, order, and seal of the Quartermaster body
with emblem (also present on the tunic). The tag determines the dominant side of this
uniform.
supporting photo

Victory Parade 1964

Support photo. The CETME magazine holder can be seen on the soldier on the left
(curiously without slings, only with the belt) and the type of strap on the back of the
soldier on the right. Z Helmet

Detail of trenches. For use with the Mauser

Front detail with Mauser bayonet and baldric
reverse detail
in the same camouflage

Trichas detail. CETME Magazine Pouches

Back view. It is accompanied by a CETME

Front view
bayonet

Reversible M-59 uniform detail, dominant brown, also popularly called "rock version",
or "autumn version", the latter name by which it was not known in the Spanish Army
and which denotes clear German influences. It is accompanied by the cap, mountain
type, also reversible
M-59. Reversible warrior detail
 front detail back detail

M-59 Reversible pants detail

Front view Back view

M-59. Reversible uniform, used by armored units, COE and other special operations
units, from the late 50s to the 70s. This model was impractical and uncomfortable and
was replaced by a reversible model in lighter fabric and by the two variants of the
uniform M-61, although it remained in use in the Marine Corps occasionally, generally
carried by the dominant green side. Comes with reversible helmet cover
M-59. Reversible warrior detail
Short tunic in amoeba camouflage, spring
Back view
type. Front view

Reversible pants detail

front view back view

M-61. ET paratrooper uniform, used in the 60s / 70s. Curiously, the first evidence of
its use is associated with members of the Sapper Squadron of the Air Force, according
to photos dated 1961. According to information from veterans of that time, in 1961
several models were tested to be adopted by EA Paratroopers. The model was rejected
and the M-62 model was adopted for the members of the EZAPAC, which presents the
main characteristics of the camouflaged launching suit adopted by the ET paratroopers
in 1961 (M-61) - grenade holder pockets in sleeves, two back pockets on the jacket, at
lumbar height, upper chest pockets with zipper - there is a slight variation in the
placement of the zippers with respect to the M-62, false shoulder pads with a 1.5 cm
wide bridge. www.fotosdelamili.com/DW3_LA_BRIPAC.html .

Dominant brown or rocky version, also called Saharan due to its use in the Spanish
Sahara. This new cut of the uniform is a copy of the models used in West Germany in
the mid-late 1950s.

M-61. Hood and helmet cover detail

M-61. Detail of 2/4 paratrooper jacket
 front view back view

M-61. Parachute pants detail

front view. Note the belt in the same

back view
camouflage pattern.

details
 hood helmet cover

details

beret emblem details

Paratrooper beret and neckerchief
http://www.juansol.com/rokiski.htm
details neck scarves

red back, BRIPAC, I Flag green reverse BRIPAC, III Flag

details neck scarves

black back, used on EZAPAC units white reverse, BRIPAC, HQ and DCC

supporting photo
Support photo model M-61. Photo that corresponds to members of the Sapper
Squadron of the Air Force, in the summer of 1961. It is especially significant that,
while the majority of the members who appear wear the regulatory diver and coverall
of the time, one of the components, He wears the M-61 Parachutist uniform, which
was being evaluated at that time, on a very small scale, and which was rejected by the
EA while the ET adopted it as equipment for its Parachutist units.
Thanks for his invaluable collaboration to D. Salvador Plaza and D. Roberto Pla.
http://robertopla.net/

M-61. Paratrooper uniform, used in the 60s / 70s. Dominant green. The adoption by
the Army of a specific jump uniform for its parachute unit results in the M-61 model,
which based its camouflage pattern on the M-59 model. As this is a reversible model,
both versions of the camouflage pattern were adopted, which would adapt to the
environment where its use was required. Also popularly referred to as "spring" type
and "autumn" type - terms not used in the Spanish Army, which are very reminiscent
of the different names of the variants of the German camouflaged uniforms of World
War II. Curiously, the cut of these jump uniforms is identical to models from the mid-
late 1950s, used in West Germany.

On the right side of the chest, a vintage rokiski is included, in fabric and laminated
(named after the engraver of said emblems, D. Luís Rokiski), which occasionally
appears in period photos, more typical of the walking uniform. Sometimes they also
used to wear the traditional rokiski, with low visibility, typical of the time.
M-61. Paratrooper uniform used in the 60s / 70s
M-61. warrior detail
 front view back view

M-61. Pant details

front view Back view

 Note the belt in the same camouflage
pattern

details

hood detail helmet cover detail

parachutist accessories

Pistol holsters, in the two variants of paratrooper amoeba camouflage

Set of belt, trenches, fanny pack, canteen, CETME magazine holder and paratrooper
pistol holster
M-62 EZAPAC Uniform

Extremely scarce uniform used by the EZAPAC, delivered since 1962, it is the first
camouflaged model of the Spanish Air Force, officially called "camouflaged launch
suit", according to the Official Bulletin of the Ministry of the Air, of November 8 from
1962. It is accompanied by the beret of the time, and the very rare neckerchief in the
same camouflage pattern.

Probably the rarest of the Spanish camouflage uniforms

Detail M-62. Jacket, hood and helmet cover. Particularly noteworthy are the pockets
that the model incorporates on each sleeve, 12 cm from each shoulder, initially made
as grenade holders. Likewise, it is curious to observe the orange interior that lines the
back, with a height of 32 cm and that was initially in khaki, later replaced so that it
could be used in rescue work or locating the troops wearing the uniform.
M-62 warrior detail
 front view back view

M-62. Trouser detail

front detail. Note the belt in the same

back detail
camouflage

front view
rear view. Noticed the belt in same pattern

details
 helmet cover
hood
hood
helmet cover

Beret detail of the Air Force Sapper Squadron

First EZAPAC beret model emblem detail

Very rare EZAPAC neckerchief, yellow reverse

Support photo.
supporting photo

Taken at the "Menendez Parada" Military School of Parachutists of the EA Murcia

Sewer. Members of the Parachute Sapper Squadron, today EZAPAC, of the Parachute
Course 217. 1972 to 1973

Supporting Photos

M-62 uniform, used by paratroopers (ET) in the year 74. Curiously, this type of
photos with this model of EZAPAC uniform must have been very popular among
members who were finishing their course, since you can find photos of the SAME
JACKET and scarf in several members of courses from the year 74. The members of
the BRIPAC used the camouflaged M-61 launch suit models, in their rocky and spring
versions. Interesting to see the use of the rokiski and the arm patch on the chest, which
were possibly used exclusively for souvenir photos.

The poor quality of the colors in the photo does not allow us to appreciate the real
tones of the uniform, which can be distinguished in the previous photo.
M-67 GC. Civil Guard in Spanish Guinea 1967 - 1968

One of the most important additions of 2008 is a piece that has been in the collection
since 2002. By chance, while I was leafing through a copy of the prestigious SERGA
magazine, special issue number 3, dedicated to the Territorial Guard of Spanish
Guinea, several photos appeared of members of the Civil Guard wearing a typically
Belgian uniform. The copy in question, which since 2002 was included in the Belgium
section was always different (light fabric with a built-in hood), is finally correctly
classified as being, without a doubt, the least known Spanish uniform. It is
accompanied by a pith jacket, a British model, which was worn with the uniform. It is
known as the Commando Uniform, since it was worn on the tough patrols of the
equatorial jungle. Equatorial Guinea achieved independence on October 12, 1968
details

The salacot used in Guinea corresponds to the model on the left, being made in Santa
Isabel. The one represented here, made in India, is exactly the same as the one used in
Guinea. It has been whitewashed. A French-made example is included (right)
Civil Guard Command Uniform Detail

Used in Equatorial Guinea in the late 60s

To expand the information on this camouflage pattern, perfectly detailed in

the special issue of the magazine "Serga", dedicated to the Civil Guard in
Guinea, we include links to interesting web pages, in which images of
members of the corps appear, wearing the uniform in question

http://www.raimonland.net/foro/index.php

http://www.raimonland.net/foro/index.php?
act=attach&type=post&id=1447
commando uniform

http://www.raimonland.net/foro/index.php?
act=attach&type=post&id=1448

Transition model between the M-59 and the two variants of the M-69. In this uniform,
made of reversible, treated and waterproofed fabric, the main characteristics present in
the plain M-67 models are found, although it presents some curiosities, especially
notable the wallets with which the upper pockets of the camisole are closed, which as
shown Note that they have one side longer than the other, THE pants have internal
adjustment not at the lumbar height, instead they are present on both sides of the hip.
pullover type, has the seam of the camisole sewn up to mid-belly. Extremely rare
evaluation copy??

Support photo. It is not common to have graphic documents that allow reference to the
use of detailed reversible uniforms. In this photograph, dated 1974, its use is
confirmed, offering not the slightest doubt of the fact, as demonstrated by the reverse
of the sleeves, which allow the green version to be seen.
M-69. Dominant brown, in use from the late 60s to the 80s, with the arrival of the M-
82 models, NATO standard. It differs from the legionary models in not having
embroidered shoulder pads, it lacks buttons to close the shirt since Velcro was used.
The armhole (armpit seam) is normal in contrast to that of the legionary models which
forms a right angle. In representation, EZAPAC member, at the beginning of the 80s
This model was used by different Special Operations forces. COE patch detail
M-69 Dominant brown. Trouser detail
 front view back view

supporting photo

Contribution of D. José Miguel Gómez Escribano

COE 92, parading in Granada, at the beginning of the 70s. reversible camisole, as seen
in the first guerrilla who wears his sleeves rolled up, revealing the dominant green

Supporting photo M-69 dominant brown, in use by members of EZAPAC, in the 80s.
Note the joint use of three uniform models, the plain M-77, the dominant brown M-69
and the M-82 EA, with a flag on the right arm. The photos correspond to veterans of
course 552, years 1987 -1989
M-69. dominant green. Uniform used by COE, Paratroopers, EZAPAC, mountain
climbers-hunters, from the late 60s until the arrival of the NATO standard model in 82.
It is the fourth model used with this same camouflage pattern, inspired by the M-59
model reversible and with the modifications that already appear in the M-68 uniform.
There is a model identical to the one shown, in light and reversible fabric (see forest
uniforms section, amoeba type). Likewise, it is possible to find several variants of this
model, the most notable is the one that eliminates the red spots, changing them for
black spots, which does not have a pocket on the left sleeve, nor reinforcement on the
elbows.
M-69. Camisole detail
 Back view

Front view
It was customary among members to
personalize the camisole with a double
vertical seam, at the height of the lumbar
area, which hugged the shirt at the waist.

M-69. Trouser detail

 Front view Back view

Pistol holsters detail

For 9mm short and long

Detail of cockades

Five variants: task, gala, spring version camouflage, rocky and arid version
camouflage 6 colors

Bathtub details

Two metal models + two fabric models

Machete detail

Mauser 41 model bayonet/machete, which

appears on the COE emblem. Two-tone machete first model COE
metallic emblem, second model

supporting photo
Comparison of two M-69 models, dominant green (right) and dominant brown (left).
The image shows how difficult it is to determine which variant was used in period
photographs.
Dominant green M-69. EZAPAC uniform, with combat equipment exclusive to that
unit, consisting of a belt, trenches, grenades, pistol holster and thigh holster. The
scapular type chest magazine holders are included, already obsolete in the 70s.
Uniform donated by the great collector and best friend Enrique Huerga. The uniform
belonged to his father, a veteran of the first Air Force Parachute courses. delivered in
the early 80s, for the jumps to revalidate the parachutist title
Part of the Air Paratroopers combat team.
EZAPAC. Exceptional document that testifies to the coexistence of the M-62 and M-
69 models. Late 70s/early 80s
details
"Cookie" with the use and emblem of Air
arm patch, first period of the Sapper
Paratroopers, used in the 70s, on the
Squadron (EZAPAC), 1966
walking uniform

M-73 Legionary arid uniform. Model used in the Spanish Sahara, delivered in 1975.
Also known as "lizard". Specimen in almost immaculate conditions, very rare for this
model, which used to lose its magnificent color very quickly.
M-73 Variant used by Army Special Operations. Dated in 1975, made by
CONFECCIONISTAS AGRUPADOS SA. Unlike the legionary model, this one has a
pullover-type camisole, with a seam up to mid-belly. Pants with two back pockets and
two thigh pockets.
M-73 Special Operations. COE 103, Gran Canaria. photo prop
M-76. Rocky uniform of the Legion. First model. In 2008 I get a large batch of
legionary patches in rock camouflage. To date I had not found any photo, data or
reference that made mention of this type of patches, except for the graduation badges.
Inverted beret patches.
details patches
Detail of the cockade of Special Operations
XIII and rokiski. Note the embroidered detail of the ensign's badge, without
emblem without crown typical of the first crown
model

Rocky helmet cover NON-REVERSIBLE. Helmet model Z-42

M-82 GEO. Without a doubt, one of the most peculiar and rare Spanish camouflage
uniforms, used by members of the GEO / GOES. The creation of this elite unit of the
National Police is due to the need to provide an adequate response to the increase in
terrorist acts that characterize the 70s. Born from the hand of Captain D. Ernesto
García-Quijada Romero in 1978, presenting himself to the media in February 1979. In
1982 they adopted the camouflage uniform, based on the model adopted by the
Spanish Army, but in a very characteristic dominant brown tone. It is a combination of
four colors, with all the elements typical of the Spanish camouflaged models present in
the M-69 variants (pocket on the left arm of the camisole, pointed elbow patches, pants
with two back pockets and two large pockets on the thighs , etc)
http://www.policia.es/geo/historia.htm

GOES member recreation, with tactical uniform, GEO/GOES own bulletproof vest,
patches and accessories. 90's
Details
 GEO patches in camouflage background.
GOE BERET
Unofficial

M-86. Woodland uniform of the Legion. The third camouflaged model used by the
legion, basically by members of the BOEL. The representation (based on a photo that
appeared in Soldiers magazine in the 1990s) includes civilian boots and a USAF
survival knife.
M-86. Trouser detail. Model variant with 4 side pockets
M-86. Woodland pants detail with two thigh pockets + 2 back pockets.
details patches

BOEL cockade (in ERDL camouflage) and

rokiski. Note the embroidered emblem with graduation in amoeba-type camouflage
crown

detail

waist belt, fanny pack, USAF dagger, amoeba magazine holder - with zeta magazine -
and revolver holster

Until recently I doubted that any Spanish unit had worn this camouflage pattern. The
only reference it had is in Brassey's book "BOOK OF CAMOUFLAGE", page 101,
where it is mentioned as a "commando uniform". In January 2008 I got the cap from a
Belgian collector, perfectly identified as for parachutist use, regulation since 1969 and
in use until the end of the 70s. In February of that same year, I got the neckerchief,
which along with other elements ( backpack, sleeping bag, plane holder, document
holder, etc) in the same pattern confirm its use in the Spanish army. If you have more
information, I would ask you to contact me. Latest references point to its indisputable
use by parachute units, as appears in photos dated 1982 (Armed Forces Day) in which
jump suits appear in this same pattern. See photos on page 90 of the magnificent book
"Uniforms, scripts and badges 1954-1999. Parachute Brigade". Blue shoulder pads,
similar to those worn by the FAMET.
details parachute cap worn from the late 60s to the late 70s-early 80s, colloquially
known by the generic name of the "shoe hunter" camouflage pattern, also sometimes
called "turtle camouflage"

detail

scarf
Backpack origin COE

Altus. ALBA model

front view back view

jacket detail

front view back view

Photo from the mid-1970s showing several members of BRIPAC with jump suits in
duck hunter camouflage
supporting photo
Individual reversible shed, used by the Marine Corps in the 80s/90s
Marine Corps Reversible Poncho

dominant green
Reversible Marine Corps poncho.

dominant brown
Spanish handmade uniform, UNOFFICIAL, currently made with the fabric of a
Spanish military field booth, used in the 70s/80s.
details

Camisole, with pocket on left sleeve

 front view back view

Details

Pants inspired by legionary models with four pockets on the thighs and calves

front view back view

Supporting photos. Handcrafted helmet covers, in use by a cavalry regiment.

Photo helmet cover model Z-42 Photo cover on Z-42 helmet

M-01. Masking suit in snow. 3D uniform. Extremely rare.

Supporting Photos
Mountain Troops Beret and Ski Boots

Very curious parachute style uniform, similar to the M-61 model, dominant green,
made for a child of about 8 years old. It has all the details of the originals (except for
the metal snap buttons, which close the lower pockets)
Supporting photos.
Nice photograph, in which you can see the
back pockets on the jacket and the If you want, here you have space to write
detachable hood

M-82 ET / M-82 EA. Although there has been much speculation about the year of
adoption of the NATO standard camouflage pattern in Spain, the data could not be
more irrefutable. The uniform in question, which presents all the characteristics in
terms of cut of the previous Spanish models, shows the camouflage pattern inspired by
the ERDL (Engineer Research & Development Laboratory) design, present in the
North American model known as M-81 Battle Dress Uniform. The 80s were especially
important in the uniformology chapter of the Spanish Army. After the incorporation of
Spain into NATO in October 1981, a new camouflage design was chosen, which
would initially be distributed to Special Operations troops, and which marked the end
of the typically Spanish models, which since the end of the years 50 carried by the
Army. The incorporation was gradual and began in 1982, the year in which Spain
hosted the Soccer World Cup. It already appears in photographs of international
military exercises in 1983 and in replacement photos from the same year. This same
camouflaged model was in use by members of the EZAPAC until well into the year
93, when it was replaced by the model with the cut of the Marine Corps uniforms.
Starting in 1986, with the application of the META Plan, this "imitated training and
campaign uniform" was distributed among all units of the Spanish Army, with some
modifications in its cut and which are maintained to this day, with slight variations in
regarding incorporation/elimination of details, composition of fabrics, etc. and which
will be replaced shortly (starting in 2010) by a new model of Spanish uniform, with a
unique design, which will put an end to almost 30 years of this camouflage pattern. In
the recreation, Cape Primero Camisole, transitional model between the first and second
model, with patches used in the 80s (the arm patch was used from 1985 to 1997 by
independent units of the BRIPAC). Pants with two back pockets, closed with velcro
and elastic cuffs at the bottom
Details
 old model of identification patch, with
Screen printed arm and rokiski patch generic insignia of the Army and last name
written manually in pen

Supporting photos. These two photos and the publication clipping date from 1984

One of the characteristics of the original M-

82 uniform is that its cut was identical to
previous models, hence the pocket on the
left arm is perfectly visible.
In Belgium, "with a Yankee friend"

taken from Green Beret Veterans Embarking for Belgium. Navajas,

Garriga (from the SPA-1 team) and
Obregon and Forcada (from the SPA
2 team). taken from Green Beret
Veterans

Clipping from "Black Beret" magazine, Pegasus exercise, in Belgium, 1984, in which
members of the GOE and BRIPAC participated.
M-82 FN first model, dated 1983, first year of distribution of this uniform. with
combat gear and beret
M-82FN, second model, adopted in the early 90s. With combat equipment, also
adopted at that same time.
M-82 FN, third model, with PRO TEC helmet and cover. SERECO Member
Recreation