GREEK LIZARD CAMO M65 STYLE FIELD JACKET USED

The Greek Lizard Camo M65 Style Field Jacket is authentic, originally-issued military surplus from the Hellenic Armed Forces — the genuine article that Greek soldiers wore in the field, not a modern remake. Built on the time-tested M65 field jacket pattern and finished in Greece's instantly recognizable "lizard stripe" brushstroke camouflage, it's the kind of piece that practically sells itself off the rack to surplus collectors, reenactors, and outdoor customers who know their gear.

The lizard pattern itself has serious provenance. Originally developed by the French in the 1950s and famously worn by paratroopers in Indochina and Algeria, the brushstroke style was adapted by Greece in the 1970s and has remained the country's standard-issue camo ever since. Few patterns carry this much historical weight while still looking fresh on a modern customer — which is exactly why these jackets move with both military history buffs and the streetwear-leaning crowd.

Built on the Classic M65 Pattern

The M65 silhouette is the gold standard of field jackets for good reason: it layers easily, takes abuse, and looks right in everything from a hunting blind to a city sidewalk. This Greek-issue version sticks to the original blueprint with a heavyweight cotton-blend shell, full-length zip front backed by a snap-down storm flap, stand-up collar with concealed hood compartment, reinforced shoulder epaulets, and adjustable hook-and-loop cuffs. Drawcords at the waist and hem let the wearer dial in the fit against wind and weather.

Pockets and Practicality

• Four large bellows-style cargo pockets — two on the chest, two on the hips — all with snap-flap closures
• Hook-and-loop name-tape panel above the right chest pocket
• Internal drawcord at the waist for adjustable shaping
• Hidden hood stowed in the collar zipper compartment
• Shoulder epaulets for rank slides, gloves, or shoulder-strap retention

Who It Sells To

This jacket lands in the sweet spot for several customer groups at once: surplus collectors looking for an authentic Hellenic Army piece, reenactors and impressionists portraying late-20th-century European forces, hunters and outdoorsmen who want a tough, broken-in field coat in a unique camo, airsoft and milsim players building a Greek loadout, and fashion-forward shoppers drawn to the bold brushstroke pattern and unmistakable M65 cut.

Condition — Genuine Used Surplus

These are used, previously-issued jackets and should be merchandised as such. Expect honest field-use character: light fading, minor surface wear, occasional small repairs, and period-correct hardware patina. That lived-in look is part of the appeal — it's what separates real surplus from a copy, and it's what end customers are paying for. Each jacket is an individual piece with its own history.

Care and Sizing Notes

Cut on the classic M65 block, which runs roomy to allow for layering over a sweater or fleece. Cotton-blend construction takes a cool machine wash and tumble dry on low; line drying helps preserve the camo colors over time.