Own a piece of Cold War history with the authentic U.S. Air Force N-3B “Snorkel” Parka, the legendary flight jacket designed for extreme Arctic conditions.

Originally issued to aircrew in the 1950s, its heavy-duty nylon shell, warm insulation and classic trimmed hood made it a symbol of rugged military endurance. These surplus jackets are in fair, service-worn condition, showing signs of real history - small holes, missing buttons, or light stains, adding genuine character to every piece. Perfect for those out in the freezing cold, collectors, vintage enthusiasts or anyone who appreciates authentic military gear built to last.

Features:

• Genuine US Air Force surplus
• Thick insulation
• High neck zip up front
• Button fastening storm flap with domes top & bottom
• Synthetic fur lining to hood
• Upper arm zippered pocket with exterior pen pockets
• 2 angled dome closure chest pockets
• 2 horizontal dome closure waist pockets
• Above knee length
• Synthetic fur ruff to hood
• Hood adjustment tab
• Knit inner sleeve cuffs
• Adjustable interior waist draw string
• Reinforced elbows

Sizing: Enough space for layers to be worn underneath. To find your jacket size, measure the circumference of your chest, just under the armpits. For more information on shirt sizes, check out our sizing guide.
Weight: Approx. 2kg
Content: Nylon
Colour: Foliage green / grey-green
Condition: Used/Fair - The item is well used. May have noticeable fading, medium stains, marks, small holes still usable and some life left in this item. For more information check out our condition guide

*Note* These may have missing buttons, small holes, stains, various condition to fur ruffs (see 5th image for a more matted example)