Vintage USGI Intermediate Cold Sleeping Bag
Vintage USGI Intermediate Cold Sleeping Bag

Vendor:Americana Pipedream Apparel

Vintage USGI Intermediate Cold Sleeping Bag

$109.99
Description

Genuine US Army Intermediate Cold Weather Sleeping Bags. These were early intermediate cold sleeping bags that seem to manifest distinctly vintage USGI bag traits with more modern synthetic insulation. Heavier than contemporary bags, the durable cotton/nylon shell and dense insulation make for solid, warm bags, tougher than their modern equivalents. 

The bag before the MSS

Before the Army split cold-weather sleep gear into separate modular pieces in the late 1980s, this was the bag. It was issued as a single, self-contained cold-weather bag rather than one component of a layered system, and it was manufactured under a string of Defense Supply Agency contracts through the early and mid 1980s by makers including Tennier Industries and Cecile Industries. Once the MSS arrived with its lighter ripstop nylon components, bags like this one were slowly phased out of standard issue, which is part of why surplus examples today usually show real service wear rather than sitting in unissued storage.

Built heavy, built to last

The shell is a water-repellent, wind-resistant cotton and nylon oxford blend in olive drab, quilted through with synthetic polyester batting for insulation that still performs even if it gets damp. The mummy hood cinches down with a drawcord, and the closure runs a center-front zipper backed by snap fasteners for extra security on cold nights. It's noticeably heavier than a modern synthetic bag of similar warmth. 

The short and sweet

  • Genuine USGI
  • Manufacturer: Tennier Industries or Cecile Industries (varies by bag)
  • Shell: water-repellent cotton/nylon oxford blend
  • Iconic OD Green 
  • Style: mummy bag, one universal size
  • Best suited for: car camping, canoe/base camp use, cold garages and cabins
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Curious About Sizing?

Given the massive variety of clothing we carry, a standard sizing guide is incredibly helpful for customers seeking the best fit.

Please understand that surplus varies widely in fit and cut and this sizing chart is general advice rather than tailor-level fitting.

Nearly every military has different sizing charts and schemes, which is why we've taken the time to put together this brief tutorial.

 

Jacket & Shirt Sizing

In absence of an established military size chart, we measure each jacket or shirt from armpit to armpit to get a rough idea of how it fits. If a garment is between sizes, we mark it one size down. For example, if a shirt measures 19.75" from pit to pit, it is marked as a small rather than medium.

To measure pit to pit, close up your shirt or jacket and measure from armpit to armpit. 

This is our measurement guide that we use to measure garments without an existing military size chart:

14"-15" PtP = XXS

16-17" PtP = Extra Small

18"-19" PtP = Small

20-21" PtP = Medium

22-23" PtP = Large

24-25" PtP = Extra Large

26-27" PtP = XXL

28-29" PtP = 3XL

Pant Sizing

We typically convert pants to US waist and inseam sizes. If a pair of pants is between sizes, we mark it one size down. For example, if a pair of pants measures as a 33 waist, it is marked as a 32 waist.

To take these measurements we lay a pair of pants flat on the ground. We then measure across the waist and double the measurement. For example, if a pair of pants measures 16" across the waist it will fit a US 32 waist.

To determine inseam we measure from the crotch seam to the bottom of the cuff. For example, it a pair of pants measures 30" from the crotch seam to the bottom of the cuff we will list it as a 30 inseam or 30L.

Surplus Condition Guide

  1. Unissued
  2. These items are brand new. They may sometimes exhibit signs of storage. They may be new in their original factory packaging, but most times will not be. 
  3. Issued; Good / Issued
  4. These items are in issued/used condition but are fully functional. This grade of surplus item may also exhibit signs of use such as stampings, small stains or general dirtiness.
  5. Issued items will not have missing or broken buttons, zippers or be missing any functional components unless noted as such in the product description. Any items you purchase that are marked as "Issued; Good" but exhibit these defects will be replaced free of charge by Americana Pipedream.
  6. Grade 2
  7. These items are in issued/used condition but have defects that impede function. This may include missing buttons, broken zippers, holes and tears. They may also be missing components.
  8. This is the lowest grade of surplus item that we carry and they are not eligible for returns or exchanges due to condition.
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All products that are NOT INTENDED FOR CONSUMPTION OR NOT FOOD PRODUCTS fall under this warning:

“WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer.” WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including arsenic, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.”

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