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Vintage 1979 West German Bundeswehr Moleskin Field Shirt – Size 39/40
Authentic vintage West German Bundeswehr field shirt in the classic olive / steingrau-oliv military color.
The original interior label is dated 10/79, making this a Cold War-era Bundeswehr garment from October 1979. The shirt features the classic heavy-duty moleskin field-uniform construction, two button-flap chest pockets, shoulder epaulettes, adjustable button cuffs, and German flag insignia on the sleeves.
This example also retains the “PÖPPING” name tape on the chest.
Key Features
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Country: West Germany
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Military: Bundeswehr / German Army
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Era: Cold War
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Date: 10/79
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Type: Field Shirt / Field Blouse
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Color: Olive / Steingrau-Oliv
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Tagged Size: 39/40
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Approximate U.S. Size: Men’s Medium
- Heavy moleskin-style field-uniform fabric
- Two button-flap chest pockets
- Shoulder epaulettes
- Adjustable button cuffs
- German flag sleeve patches
- “PÖPPING” chest name tape
Size & Fit
Original Tagged Size: 39/40
For this style of Bundeswehr shirt, 39/40 refers to the collar/neck size in centimeters, not the chest measurement.
Approximate conversion:
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Neck: 39–40 cm / approx. 15.4–15.7"
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Approximate U.S. Size: Men’s Medium
The original size should be treated as an approximate fit reference only.
Please use the actual garment measurements shown in the photos for the best fit. The listing photos include the pit-to-pit measurement so buyers can compare it directly with a shirt or jacket they already own.
Condition
Used – Good Vintage Condition.
This shirt shows normal signs of previous military use and age, including light staining / spotting on the fabric as shown in the photos.
Overall, it remains a solid vintage Bundeswehr field shirt with its original military character, insignia, and name tape.
Please review all pictures closely for the exact condition, stains, markings, measurements, and details of the actual item you will receive.
Shipping
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Returns
Items must be returned in the same condition as received. Please do not modify, clean, or damage the item, as this will void the return policy. 🔁
