I am an ex--Marine (55 years ago), so I am pleased you found this piece of USMC equipment so laudable. Good to see you back. Really appreciate the high quality of your videos!
We had these tent on issue for Afghanistan with the British army . Really good bit of kit . I’ve still got one in my garage that comes out a few times a year . The eyelets are the only weak point .
In 1966 I was issued a SHELTER HALF! We had to find another guy, and join the halves. There was JUST big enough for two of us to lay down. It leaked horribly
I just got one of these as Grade 2 surplus. It seems to be in okay shape over all. I noticed that my hand gets some black dust on it after handling (just dirt?) and the tan side of the fly is flaking a bit especially near the top by the seam. Would I be able to repair that with Seam Sealer?
He states zipping up the inside screen is to keep it dark that’s wrong actually the rain fly blocks the light completely making it pitch black in there.
Hey mate, welcome back ! You definitely lucked out on your USMC tent. And you earned/deserve it for all the arse busting you do for us ! Ones like yours in cherry condition are super scarce here in the States. My choice is going to depend on what is available at the time I go to order ... This (USMC Diamond gear), or the Snugpak Cave (basically the same, just larger, with a 4th pole and an extra foot or so on each side. I upgraded my "pack"/bug-out system from the Alice LC-2 Harness and pistol belt w/2 butt-packs, to the Mil-Tec "South African" combat vest (Made in GERMANY) which distributes the weight evenly across my front and back. The hydration pouch carrier on the back of the vest carries my two US 1 qt canteens nested in their cups/stove. And an Austrian 12"x15" haversack to carry my 10'x10' tarp tent, ridgeline, paracord, stakes, XL Jungle blanket and two ponchos (XL "Ranger Roll). IF I had to, the vest came with extra straps and points to attach the "sleep system" & a folded E tool . Like my Alice set up, I can access everything without having to take it off. It was designed to carry, in relative comfort, numerous heavy clips of ammo and other hand deployed ordnance. I only had to go through three rucksacks and the alice harness before I finally got right !
Really enjoyed your video review of this tent and cool videography work. Personally have one of these tents on order in grade 2 condition hoping for the best but have already planned on being ready for issues with the eyelets or grommets with a repair kit on standby. If mine looks good will just reinforce those areas to hopefully avoid future issues. Stay well cheers🎉
Man, thank you for doing this review, I just bought this tent and luckily it was in prestine condition, I didn't know the rain cover was reversesble, good to know.again thanks.
I am an ex--Marine (55 years ago), so I am pleased you found this piece of USMC equipment so laudable. Good to see you back. Really appreciate the high quality of your videos!
We had these tent on issue for Afghanistan with the British army . Really good bit of kit . I’ve still got one in my garage that comes out a few times a year . The eyelets are the only weak point .
In 1966 I was issued a SHELTER HALF! We had to find another guy, and join the halves. There was JUST big enough for two of us to lay down. It leaked horribly
Put it up in the rain. Then, maybe your tent’s worth something.
Usual failings are the fly doesn’t actually fly as it contacts the inner in numerous places and the vestibule area provides little if any protection.
I just got one of these as Grade 2 surplus. It seems to be in okay shape over all. I noticed that my hand gets some black dust on it after handling (just dirt?) and the tan side of the fly is flaking a bit especially near the top by the seam. Would I be able to repair that with Seam Sealer?
How long are the poles? I’m guessing we’ll over 130”
So where do I get one?
He states zipping up the inside screen is to keep it dark that’s wrong actually the rain fly blocks the light completely making it pitch black in there.
I e just been given one new never been out of bag 2007 on label and it’s 2024 now going to is it in the great Tommy sleep out I’m doing
Wow nice tent great reviews have fun stay safe.
Glad to see you are back pal! I knew the tent wouldn't let you down, built to last, like my surplus iturri patrol boots 💪
I’ve had the same USMC tent for years and used it countless times, absolutely loved it.
Hey mate, welcome back ! You definitely lucked out on your USMC tent. And you earned/deserve it for all the arse busting you do for us ! Ones like yours in cherry condition are super scarce here in the States. My choice is going to depend on what is available at the time I go to order ... This (USMC Diamond gear), or the Snugpak Cave (basically the same, just larger, with a 4th pole and an extra foot or so on each side. I upgraded my "pack"/bug-out system from the Alice LC-2 Harness and pistol belt w/2 butt-packs, to the Mil-Tec "South African" combat vest (Made in GERMANY) which distributes the weight evenly across my front and back. The hydration pouch carrier on the back of the vest carries my two US 1 qt canteens nested in their cups/stove. And an Austrian 12"x15" haversack to carry my 10'x10' tarp tent, ridgeline, paracord, stakes, XL Jungle blanket and two ponchos (XL "Ranger Roll). IF I had to, the vest came with extra straps and points to attach the "sleep system" & a folded E tool . Like my Alice set up, I can access everything without having to take it off. It was designed to carry, in relative comfort, numerous heavy clips of ammo and other hand deployed ordnance. I only had to go through three rucksacks and the alice harness before I finally got right !
Really enjoyed your video review of this tent and cool videography work. Personally have one of these tents on order in grade 2 condition hoping for the best but have already planned on being ready for issues with the eyelets or grommets with a repair kit on standby. If mine looks good will just reinforce those areas to hopefully avoid future issues. Stay well cheers🎉
Awesome video! Glad to see you back in action.
Another great review, nice to see you back ,hope you're feeling better, much love to the fam and best wishes from me and Jakey 🤗
Great Tent ⛺️
Man, thank you for doing this review, I just bought this tent and luckily it was in prestine condition, I didn't know the rain cover was reversesble, good to know.again thanks.
Great having you back buddy. fab review..