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Helikon USMC Boonie, MARPAT

Boonie:
Boonie (or brimmed hat) is a hat model for military use, designed after WWII. The brim of the hat provides shelter from the sun and rain and as a result the hat is also practical for example when boating or on the shooting range. In the forest it also somewhat protects against branches. When it comes to the design of the hat, it breaks up the outlines of the natural human figure, but only slightly when compared to a field cap. Woven loops above the brim have been specifically designed for adding leaves and branches. The hat is as such well suited to as the base for a ghillie hat! Boonies are almost always provided with a drawstring.

The brim of the USMC hat is wide according to the manufacturer, but compared to those seen in airsoft use, it is normal-sized or even slightly smaller. At the front there is a USMC logo, and in the upper part of the hat there are ventilation holes. There is no heat shield delivered with the USMC boonie.

Material: 60 % cotton / 40 % polyester

The most common ways to wear a Boonie hat aka the Jungle hat:

1. “the GI” the hat on head, optional neckband under the chin or behind the neck with style.
2. “the Cowboy/Indiana Jones” the hat on head, both sides of the brim lifted and secured with the neckband.
3. “the Robin Hood” the hat on head, one side of the brim lifted and secured with the neckband.
4. “the Captain Hook” the hat on head, the brim lifted at the front.
5. “the Combat Signaller” hat missing.

Helikon-Tex – Affordable gear for military use

Helikon-Tex, which is known from the chameleon logo, manufactures clothing and tactical gear and textiles for professional use. The company behind the brand is Polish and the products have even been used by the Polish army. Regardless of the inexpensive prices, Helikon has been able to pay special attention to both usability and material of their products. These high-quality products can also be used in airsoft and outdoor activities alike. Excellent quality-price ratio!

2-year warranty

Yes, you read it right. Helikon grants its merchandise a two-year warranty. The warranty covers manufacturing defects and flaws, like abnormal wear or the color fading too quickly. The warranty does not cover normal wear or any breaking or tearing caused by the user.

By the way, we order straight from Helikon, so you can easily get all sizes, patterns and colors they have to offer. Check the range on Helikon's website.

Information about Sizes

Helikon reports the headwear sizes in centimeters and as letter and inch sizes corresponding to them. The centimeter measurements show the circumference of the headwear itself, not the optimal size of the person’s head. It is recommended to choose a headwear which is a centimeter or two bigger than your head circumference so it won’t be too tight.

Number size	Letter size	US inch size
53	XS	-
54	XS	-
55	S	7
56	S	7
57	M	7 1/4
58	M	7 1/4
59	L	7 1/2
60	L	7 1/2
61	XL	7 3/4
62	XL	7 3/4