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The squadron will provide you the following 3 items of clothing as below depending on whether we have the correct sizes:

DPM combat jacket - CS-95
DPM shirt - CS-95
DPM trousers - CS-95

we cannot specifically order CS-95 clothing it depends on what is spare at RAF Benson and what we can swap with other ATC squadrons.

Below is a kit list of items of equipment you will need or use on military field skills training:

OG or sqn T-Shirt
CS95 Fleece OG Jersey permitted
Combat Boots Black, Hi Leg style
Whistle
Personal first aid kit
Penknife Max 3” folding blade
Small torch With spare batteries
String or paracord 10 Metres
DPM or woollen hat
Gloves
Map case or A4 Clear Pocket
Camouflage cream
Rucksack
Webbing set ’58 Patt or PLCE.
Mess tins Including – Pan scourer, tin foil
Knife, fork & spoon
Mug Plastic
Water bottle Min 1 pint capacity
Foot powder For foot care
DPM Waterproof jacket
DPM Waterproof trousers
Sun screen
Sleeping bag
Roll mat
Wash kit & small towel
Boot cleaning kit Brushes, polish
Poncho For shelter building
Pegs For shelter building
Bungees For shelter building
Compass

The links below are of businesses that sell the above. It is recommended to search the internet for the best price and these links are for help only.

http://britkitdirect.co.uk
http://www.the-outdoor.co.uk
http://www.flecktarn.co.uk
http://www.qmstores.co.uk
http://www.rm45.com
http://www.combatzoneshop.co.uk
http://www.tacticalquartermaster.co.uk
http://www.landwarriorairsoft.com
http://www.edisposals.com
http://cadetkitshop.com
http://www.army-surplus.co.uk
http://www.sasskit.co.uk
http://www.gladstoneboots.com
http://www.arktisltd.co.uk
http://www.viperkit.co.uk
http://thecombatstore.co.uk
http://www.onpatrol.co.uk
http://www.tacgear.de
http://www.1800nametape.com

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Trojan Surplus kit and price list on request by email to Roy Crofton at:
roy.crofton@o2.co.uk
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Extract from an email received:

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Regarding the DPM Kit, I have 2 regular suppliers as follows:


The first one is Strikeforce Ltd. My contact is the proprietor, Jasper Cox.

Strikeforce are a web-based store, stocking a large range of equipment.

They rarely advertise the fact that they sell used equipment, but they do and it is always worth checking what Jasper has in stock.

I have build up a good working relationship with Jasper and find that he is always very helpful. His prices are also very reasonable.

The website is: http://www.strikeforcesupplies.co.uk/

Give Jasper a ring. I’m sure he would be able to help you.



My other contact is Scott Hamilton of Hamilton Textiles.

I have known Scott for a number of years and he is the one who I have purchased most of my kit from, especially the Bergans, Daysacks, etc, as he is local to me.

Scott is an ex-army regular who has set himself up as a Military Tailor. He is based in Cove, near Farnborough.

As well as doing the tailoring business, Scott also refurbishes old DPM kit and he sells it on to the local Garrisons around Aldershot. He also sells new kit.

Scott runs his business from home and from his workshop. He is an excellent chap who does not rip you off.

Scott does not have a website, but you can contact him on his mobile: 07824 775445 or on his home number which is 01252 686338.

I have no trouble in recommending both Scott and Jasper to you. Please mention me by name if it helps, as they both know me.

(They also know each other as this tends to be a small niche market).

I hope that this helps. Unquote"

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NJ FURLONG
Flt Lt
Officer Commanding
1861 Sqn
Air Training Corps
Tel: 07880 738920

[WO(ATC) Bradley]

Also remember as a cadet you can get 10% discount from the ex army store (WS Supplies) on Botley Road Oxford. Just tell them you are in the air cadets or show them your F3822.