Nutria-Brown SADF Uniforms and Equipment 1970 - 1994, Edward Hallett

G5 Books in association with Ceres Press is pleased to launch "Nutria Brown: South African Defence Force Uniforms and Equipment 1970-1994."

This book is the first in a planned three-volume set covering the uniforms and equipment used by the SADF throughout its history. G5 Books has been granted exclusive distribution rights for Southern Africa. The South African Defence Force was widely regarded as the best military in Africa during the final years of the Cold War.

This comprehensive book examines: - The background of the SADF, National Service, and Service on the Border - Combat uniforms, step outs, specialist clothing, and boots - Webbing including 61/64, 70, 83, and 90 pattern sets - Helmets, respirators, body armor, and other field equipment - Wash kits, mess tins, rations, water bottles, and small kits carried in the pack - Rifles including R1, R2, and R4, plus accessories and variants - Light and Sub Machine guns including MAG, SS-77, Converted Bren, Uzi, and Milkor BXP - Mortars, grenade launchers, and grenades - Rank and unit insignia

Featuring numerous photographs of original pieces from collectors around the world, period photographs, and personal recollections from those who served, this book provides the most detailed survey of SADF uniforms and equipment ever published. It's an essential resource for historians, modelers, and collectors, and will bring back memories for all who did national service in this period.

Printed in Full Colour.