Product Description
This Snow Goose parka entered service in 1998. The parka is heavily stained down the front and on both arms, some of which appears to be paint spatters. There are multiple small repairs , mostly on the front.
Did you know that each Big Red used by the USAP program has a serial number written on the inside flap of one of the pockets? This serial number, used to help the program keep track of their gear, usually includes the parka size and the year it entered service.
This parka’s USAP serial number is: 98M070
Extremely Limited Quantity
Our stock is very limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please be aware that size availability may vary, especially in unusually large or small sizes. All sales are AS-IS and final – we cannot accept returns or exchanges. To learn more about these parkas click here!
Do you have any questions about this specific parka? Don’t hesitate to contact us.
The iconic “Big Red” parka is built for extreme cold and trusted by those working in the harshest environments on Earth. The iconic “Big Red” parka is built for extreme cold, with a windproof shell, multi-layered down insulation, and an adjustable hood for maximum protection. Practical features include recessed cuffs, snow skirt, fleece-lined chin guard, and many pockets.
An official USAP patch is displayed on the left chest pocket. Each “Big Red” also carries its USAP-assigned serial number, handwritten in black marker inside the lower left pocket flap.
Please note that while the Big Red is very similar to the Canada Goose 4660M “Expedition Parka”, they are not identical.
- Windproof outer shell
- Multi-layered down insulation
- Adjustable hood with fur ruff (synthetic or coyote) & shaping wire
- Fleece-lined chin guard
- Interior waist drawcord
- Recessed cuffs
- Velcro flap to cover zipper
- Silver reflector patch
- Snow skirt for added protection
- Velcro for name patch
- Official USAP chest patch
- 4 exterior pockets with velcro flap & zippered side entry
- 2 interior pockets (1 drop-in, 1 zippered)
- 2 utility pockets on sleeves
Shipping
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.
