Official — for public release Field Manual MSU-01 · Issue 2026 · Independent
Military Surplus UK The Quartermaster's Field Manual

Section 1 · Kit guide

Clothing & Uniforms

Combat jackets, smocks, trousers, boots and webbing — from genuine ex-forces stock to modern reproductions. These UK stockists specialise in military and surplus clothing, ranging from decades-old family businesses to an MoD-linked disposal contractor.

British soldier in Multi-Terrain Pattern (MTP) combat clothing and helmet in woodland
Fig. 1.1 MTP combat clothing in the fieldPhoto: Cpl Barry Lloyd RLC / MoD · OGL v1.0

1.2 — Stockists

Where to buy

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UK stockist

Stockist No. 01

MilitaryKit.com

Good for: Combat clothing & boots

Manchester-based army surplus specialist trading since 2000 — combat clothing, boots and genuine British Army surplus, with free UK delivery.

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UK stockist

Stockist No. 02

GoArmy

Good for: Surplus & tactical clothing

Long-running online army surplus and outdoor store covering combat clothing, camouflage wear and tactical gear.

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UK stockist

Stockist No. 03

Military 1st

Good for: Combat clothing & camo

UK-based tactical and surplus specialist with an extensive range of combat clothing, camouflage patterns and uniforms, shipping worldwide.

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UK stockist

Stockist No. 04

Genuine Army Surplus

Good for: Genuine military clothing

Family-run Darlington business with over 45 years' experience supplying genuine military clothing and accessories nationwide.

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UK stockist

Stockist No. 05

British Military Surplus

Good for: MoD surplus clothing

Operates in partnership with the MoD as a contractor for textile and kit disposals — a direct line to genuine ex-forces clothing.

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1.3 — Field notes

Before you buy

  • "Genuine issue" means it was made under MoD contract for the forces. "Army style", "pattern" or "reproduction" means it was made to look the part and never issued. Both are fine — just know which one you're paying for.
  • British labels use NATO sizing — 180/104 is height/chest in cm, and trousers read leg/waist/seat. Run yours through the Size Decoder before you order.
  • Used kit is often sold as Grade 1 (light wear) or Grade 2 (visible wear or small repairs). Grading isn't standardised, so check each shop's definitions.
  • British issue boots usually come in M (medium) and W (wide) fittings. Buy boots from a stockist with a clear returns policy.