What is Federal Supply Class 8405?

FSC 8405 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 8405) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Outerwear, Men's.

What is NATO Supply Classification Class 8405?

NSC 8405 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 8405 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Outerwear, Men's.

Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 8405 in?

FSC 8405 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 84 which contains Clothing, Individual Equipment, Insignia, and Jewelry.

Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 8405 in?

NSC 8405is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 84 which contains Clothing, Individual Equipment, Insignia, and Jewelry.

What is a Service Hat?

A Service Hat (HAT,SERVICE) is a hat having a full brim which may be straight or turned-up. It may have a chin strap.

What is a Sou'wester Hat?

A Sou'wester Hat (HAT,SOU'WESTER) is a hat of coated fabric designed with a scoop-like brim which slopes down and out from the back of the crown to permit rain to drain down beyond the shoulders of the wearer. It usually has earflaps. Excludes HAT, RAIN.

What is an Utility Cap?

An Utility Cap (CAP,UTILITY) is a multipurpose cap with a visor for work, casual wear including athletic activities, exercising, or the like. Excludes items worn for dress and items designed for specific sports.

What is a Garrison Cap?

A Garrison Cap (CAP,GARRISON) is a cap worn by military personnel. It is of nonrigid construction, without a visor, and folds flat when not in use.

A Rain Hood (HOOD,RAIN) is a nonfitted head covering worn for protection against wind and rain. It may be worn over any shaped hat or cap or directly over the head. It usually has provisions for attaching to a raincoat. Excludes COVER, SERVICE CAP; and HAVLOCK.

What is a Man's Sport Shirt?

A Man's Sport Shirt (SPORT SHIRT,MAN'S) is an outer garment intended for casual or recreational wear by males past the age of physical maturity. It is usually made of a lightweight fabric.

What is a Man's Jumper?

A Man's Jumper (JUMPER,MAN'S) is a slipover, shirtlike garment worn by males past the age of physical maturity. Excludes JUMPER, UTILITY.

What is a Man's Shirt?

A Man's Shirt (SHIRT,MAN'S) is a shirt designed for males past the age of physical maturity. Excludes SHIRT, UTILITY.

What is a Man's Coat?

A Man's Coat (COAT,MAN'S) is a coat for males past the age of physical maturity.

What is a Man's Jacket?

A Man's Jacket (JACKET,MAN'S) is a jacket for males past the age of physical maturity.

What is a Man's Overcoat?

A Man's Overcoat (OVERCOAT,MAN'S) is an overcoat for males past the age of physical maturity.

What is a Men's Trousers?

A Men's Trousers (TROUSERS,MEN'S) is trousers designed for males past the age of physical maturity. Excludes TROUSERS, COMBAT; TROUSERS, CONVALESCENT PATIENTS'; TROUSERS, DISPOSABLE; TROUSERS, FOOD HANDLERS'; TROUSERS, OPERATING, SURGICAL and TROUSERS, UTILITY.

What is a Man's Suit?

A Man's Suit (SUIT,MAN'S) is a two-piece garment generally consisting of coat and trousers, usually the same material and color, designed for males past the age of physical maturity. In the military, it may be a used uniform without insignia buttons, issued to personnel dishonorably discharged.

What is a Man's Parka?

A Man's Parka (PARKA,MAN'S) is a parka designed for males past the age of physical maturity.

What is a Man's Raincoat?

A Man's Raincoat (RAINCOAT,MAN'S) is a raincoat for males past the age of physical maturity.

What is a Wet Weather Jacket?

A Wet Weather Jacket (JACKET,WET WEATHER) is a jacket designed to be worn over outer clothing as a protection against driving rain, sea spray and may also be used with combat gear when handling explosives.

What is a Service Cap?

A Service Cap (CAP,SERVICE) is a cap worn by military personnel. It has a round crown which is usually stiffened with a crown support. It usually has a visor.

A Coat Belt (BELT,COAT) is a belt worn with a coat designed for individuals past the age of physical maturity. Excludes BELT,MILITARY POLICE.

What is a Service Cap Cover?

A Service Cap Cover (COVER,SERVICE CAP) is an item designed to fit over the finished crown of a service cap, or the entire cap including the visor, usually for the purpose of protecting the cap in wet weather. It may also be used to change the color for seasonal wear or for special duty use. Excludes HOOD, RAIN.

What is a Men's Overalls?

A Men's Overalls (OVERALLS,MEN'S) is a trouser like outer garment having a bib and shoulder straps. It may be lined or designed to accommodate a removable liner. Do not use if a more specific item name is applicable. Excludes OVERALLS, WET WEATHER and OVERALLS, COLD WEATHER.

What is an Utility Hat?

An Utility Hat (HAT,UTILITY) is a multipurpose hat for work, casual wear including athletic activities, exercising, or the like. Excludes items worn for dress and items designed for specific sports.

What is a Men's Coveralls?

A Men's Coveralls (COVERALLS,MEN'S) is coveralls designed for males past the age of physical maturity. Excludes COVERALLS, UTILITY, NUCLEAR SUBMARINE.

What is a Men's Shorts?

A Men's Shorts (SHORTS,MEN'S) is an outer garment extending from the waist and reaching part way to the knees, covering each leg separately. They are designed for males past the age of physical maturity. They may be worn as a component of the military service tropical uniform. Excludes items normally worn for athletic activities.

A Knit Cap (CAP,KNIT) is a cap of knitted construction, usually possessing elasticity which permits a snug fit to the head.

What is a Wet Weather Parka?

A Wet Weather Parka (PARKA,WET WEATHER) is a parka designed to be worn over outer clothing as a protection against driving rain or sea spray, and may also be used with combat gear when handling explosives.

What is a Wet Weather Overalls?

A Wet Weather Overalls (OVERALLS,WET WEATHER) is a trouser like garment of double texture fabric having a bib and shoulder straps. It is specifically designed to be worn with a PARKA, WET WEATHER and normally worn over TROUSERS as a protection against driving rain or sea spray; may also be used with combat gear when handling explosives. Excludes OVERALLS, MEN's.

What is a Man's Beret?

A Man's Beret (BERET,MAN'S) is a round, flat, soft, visorless cap, rather tight fitting, designed for males who have reached the age of physical maturity.

What is a Scottish Highlander's Kilt?

A Scottish Highlander's Kilt (KILT,SCOTTISH HIGHLANDER'S) is a short, pleated skirt reaching to the knees. It is made of a tartan plaid cloth representative of a Scottish Clan.

What is a Balmoral Bonnet?

A Balmoral Bonnet (BONNET,BALMORAL) is a cap which has a round, brimless, flat top, with or without a tassel (tourri) in the center of the top. It is designed for men.

What is a Wet Weather Trousers?

A Wet Weather Trousers (TROUSERS,WET WEATHER) is trousers designed to be worn over outer clothing as a protection against driving rain, or sea spray, and may also be used with combat gear when handling explosives.

What is a Civilian Uniform Cap?

A Civilian Uniform Cap (CAP,CIVILIAN UNIFORM) is an official or distinctive cap worn by members of a particular group, especially when on duty.

What is a Wet Weather Poncho?

A Wet Weather Poncho (PONCHO,WET WEATHER) is an item usually rectangular in shape with an opening centrally located to permit it to be slipped over the head. It may have a hood and provisions for side closure. It is designed for protection against driving rain or sea spray.

What is an Utility Trousers?

An Utility Trousers (TROUSERS,UTILITY) is multipurpose trousers for work and casual wear, including athletic activities, exercising, or the like. Excludes trousers worn for dress and those designed for specific sports.

What is an Utility Shirt?

An Utility Shirt (SHIRT,UTILITY) is a multipurpose shirt for work and casual wear, including athletic activities, exercising, or the like. Excludes items worn for dress and items specifically designed for specific sports. Excludes SHIRT, MAN'S and SHIRT, WOMAN'S.

What is an Utility Jacket?

An Utility Jacket (JACKET,UTILITY) is a multipurpose jacket for work and casual wear, including athletic activities, exercising, or the like. Excludes JACKET (1), ATHLETE'S WARM UP; JACKET (1), MAN'S and JACKET (1), WOMAN'S.

What is an All-Weather Coat?

An All-Weather Coat (COAT,ALL-WEATHER) is a multi-purpose outer garment specifically designed to provide protection in varying weather conditions. It is always furnished with a removable liner to provide additional warmth when required. Excludes COAT (1), COLD WEATHER; COAT (1), HOT WEATHER; COAT (1), MAN'S; and RAINCOAT (as modified).

What is an All-Weather Coat Hood?

An All-Weather Coat Hood (HOOD,ALL-WEATHER COAT) is a head covering made of water repellent materials specifically designed for wear with the all-weather coat. It may be provided with a method of attachment to the coat. Excludes HOOD, COLD WEATHER and HOOD, EXTREME COLD WEATHER.

What is an Utility Coat?

An Utility Coat (COAT,UTILITY) is a multi-purpose coat for work and casual wear, including athlete activities, exercising, or the like. Excludes items worn for dress. Excludes COAT (1), MAN'S.

What is a Man's Vest?

A Man's Vest (VEST,MAN'S) is a vest designed to be worn by males past the age of physical maturity.

What is an All-Weather Coat Belt?

An All-Weather Coat Belt (BELT,ALL-WEATHER COAT) is a belt worn with an all-weather coat. It is made of matching material.

What is a Man's And Woman's Beret?

A Man's And Woman's Beret (BERET,MAN'S AND WOMAN'S) is iNC 36893 REINSTATED ON 013015~A round, flat, soft, visorless cap, rather tight fitting, designed for males/females who have reached the age of physical maturity. See also BERET, WOMEN'S.

A Sweater is an outer garment, usually knitted or crocheted, covering the top portion of the body.

What is a Ceremonial Cap?

A Ceremonial Cap (CAP,CEREMONIAL) is a head covering device worn by military personnel who are assigned particularly formal duties in military ceremonies. May be made from fur, feathers, cloth, leather, or a combination of these or similar materials.

Outerwear, Men's - Canada (CA)

Federal Supply Class (FSC): 8405

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 8405

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 84 Clothing, Individual Equipment, Insignia, and Jewelry

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 84 Clothing, Individual Equipment, Insignia, and Jewelry

Items Managed by Canada (CA) - NCB is 20 or 21

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NSN Format for Outerwear, Men's
Codified by Canada

84	05	21	XXX
Group FSG	Class	NCB	Identifier
FSC Federal Supply Class		NIIN
NSN

NATO Supply Class 8405 is a classification within NATO Supply Group 84, which is dedicated to Clothing, Individual Equipment, Insignia, and Jewelry. Specifically, NATO Supply Class 8405 focuses on outerwear for men.

Outerwear refers to garments that are worn over other clothing to provide protection from the elements, such as jackets, coats, parkas, and other similar items. In the context of NATO, this classification is used to categorize and standardize the procurement and supply of men's outerwear for military and defense purposes.

The purpose of NATO Supply Class 8405 is to ensure uniformity and compatibility in the procurement and supply of outerwear for men across NATO member countries. By using a standardized classification system, it becomes easier for member nations to identify, source, and exchange these specific types of clothing items.

This classification system helps streamline logistics and supply chain management within NATO, ensuring that member nations have access to the necessary outerwear for their military personnel. It also facilitates interoperability and compatibility among different nations' military forces, as they can rely on standardized specifications and requirements for men's outerwear.

Overall, NATO Supply Class 8405 plays a crucial role in the efficient procurement and supply of outerwear for men within the NATO alliance, contributing to the overall readiness and effectiveness of member nations' armed forces.

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 8405

Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Class 8405

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