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M-1994 Naval Infantry Everyday
Summer Uniform (Out of Column) |
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M-1994 Naval Infantry Everyday
Summer Uniform (Out of Column) |
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A new 1994 pattern naval infantry patch (not visible) is on his right shoulder pocket, while his 1994 pattern fleet patch is located on his left shoulder pocket. This state of affairs would last only briefly, as units began creating their own unit patches to wear. This was eventually adopted into the regulations in 1997, and the dramatic variety of naval infantry unit patches can be seen here. He wears an enlisted qualification badge over his right breast pocket. The belt is of the new 1994 Russian pattern, and is similar to the old Soviet belt, without the cross strap. His beret is of similar quality to those of his Soviet counterparts. On it he wears the 1994 pattern cockade and a Russian flag. Most naval infantry wore St. Andrews flag badges, but these are difficult to find. The trousers are of the same camouflage pattern and are worn into the boots. While the regulations specified new lace up boots, many soldiers continued to wear their Soviet era styles well into the 1990's.
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| More about the uniform... The naval infantry uniform of the Russian Federation was identical to the Soviet M-1985 pattern TTsKO naval infantry field camouflage. Its internal breast pockets lack the provision for a holster, but have two additional cargo pockets at the waist. The four front pockets secure with buttons, while the shoulder pockets use velcro closures. The epaulets for attaching the rank chevrons can be seen more clearly here. It also features a drawstring around the waist for adjusting the fit. There are several different color variations for this uniform (and its M-1985 Soviet predecessor). It is also found on the civilian market (without the drawstring or military acceptance markings).
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Service Chronology The 1994 pattern naval infantry uniform marked a gradual shift from the Soviet era to the Russian Federation. The numerous pockets and more comfortable cut meant that the uniform was better than the black Soviet designs. It persisted until at least until the regulation changes of 1997 when all of the various Soviet camouflage patterns were changed over to the new 'Flora' design.
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| This Uniform Replaced... |
M-1994 Naval Infantry Everyday Summer Uniform (Out of Column) (1)(2) |
This Uniform was Replaced by... |
| M-1988 Naval Infantry No. 3 Each Day Uniform | M-1997 'Flora' Pattern Naval Infantry Each Day Uniform (3) |
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