Antarctic Issued Green Military Cold Weather N-3B Parkas, Vintage 1990s
$99.99–$129.99Price range: $99.99 through $129.99
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These N3B extreme cold weather parkas were issued to US Navy personnel serving with the Naval Antarctic Support Unit (NASU) and Operation Deep Freeze in the 1990s, and were found in storage on an Antarctic base over 20 years later!
Please read the condition description before purchasing.
The Antarctic Issued Military N-3B Parka is designed to be worn in sustained, below-freezing conditions. This extreme cold weather parka is the warmest US military parka that is worn by our soldiers, and these particular parkas were left in Antarctica by naval air detachments in the 1990s.
Example: this particular parka has ‘CNSFA’ stenciled on the back
Many of these parkas feature US Navy acronyms stenciled on the back. These markings tell you something about the parka’s story, and who may have worn it in the past.
Examples of these acronyms are:
CNSFA: Commander Naval Support Force Antarctica
NSFA: Naval Support Force Antarctica
NASU: Naval Antarctic Support Unit
Condition Description:
These N3B extreme cold weather parkas are genuine military surplus, made in the United States. Although still in great condition, there may be wrinkles, repairs, a soldier’s name, or other minor flaws.
Very Good: Will show mild signs of wear, including slight fading or small/not obvious stains.
Good: Will show mild to moderate signs of wear and minor/less obvious repaired rips, staining, etc. May need to be dry-cleaned by the buyer.
Fair: Will show signs of moderate wear such as obvious repaired rips, worn edges, staining, fading, etc., and may have major staining. May need to be dry-cleaned by the buyer.
These N3B extreme cold weather parkas are genuine military surplus, made in the United States. Although still in great condition, there may be wrinkles, repairs, a soldier’s name, or other minor flaws.
-Very Good: Will show mild signs of wear, including slight fading or small/not obvious stains. -Good: Will show mild to moderate signs of wear and minor/less obvious repaired rips, staining, etc. May need to be dry-cleaned by the buyer. -Fair: Will show signs of moderate wear such as obvious repaired rips, worn edges, staining, fading, etc., and may have major staining. May need to be dry-cleaned by the buyer.
This extreme cold weather parka is fully lined with a water-repellent exterior and this coat will keep you warm in the world’s coldest conditions. It features a drawstring adjustable hood with fur ruff and drawstring adjustable waist. There are two breast double buttoned pockets and two front single pockets.
When worn over other cold-weather gear, it can protect you down to -14 degrees Fahrenheit. Its outer shell is 100% cotton and the fur is 60% modacrylic and 40% wool.
Prior to the US Air National Guard taking over logistics for the US Antarctic Program with Operation Deep Freeze in 1999, all polar logistics were handled by the Naval Antarctic Support Unit (NASU). Navy pilots, airmen, and support crews were issued these olive-drab N3B Extreme Cold Weather parkas for their rotations at McMurdo Base and South Pole.
All of these parkas were found in various storage locations in Antarctica over two decades after the last Navy plane took off from the continent, and are some of the last parkas of this vintage around!
Admiral Richard Byrd, an early Antarctic pioneer, wears an earlier parka variation in 1955
Shipping is available to the USA, Canada, Europe, and Oceania. We will ship to other countries on request. Buyers are responsible for any import taxes and fees.
Returns
All sales should be considered final.
Depending on the circumstances, we may consider returns from within the United States on a case-by-case basis. Due to the nature of our inventory, we do not allow international returns or exchanges.
If you experience an issue with your order, please contact us and we’ll be glad to review your situation.
Antarctic Surplus Guarantee
This website sells parkas, clothing, and gear which have been retired from the United States Antarctic Program. All have seen service in one or more of the three American Antarctic research stations, unless specified otherwise in the product’s description. As such, they will show some degree of wear/tear/use.
We hope our gear will serve you, wherever you are, just as well as it did the scientists, researchers, and support staff who relied on it at the bottom of the world!
Disclaimer:
We make every effort to describe products accurately, but exact colors, labels, etc may vary slightly. Gear is sold for personal use only and is not covered by the original manufacturer’s warranty.
