{"product_id":"csg121","title":"Genuine WWII German M40 Undershirt – MILITARY SURPLUS","description":"An essential but often overlooked component of the German soldier's uniform, the grey-green Wehrmacht undershirt was issued as a standard base layer throughout much of the Second World War. Worn beneath the Feldbluse field tunic, it provided warmth, comfort and protection against the harsh climates encountered across Europe, from the freezing winters of the Eastern Front to the damp conditions of Western Europe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs the war progressed, Germany moved away from the earlier white undershirts in favour of a more practical grey-green (Feldgrau) version that better complemented the field uniform. Designed for everyday military service, these garments featured a pullover construction with a four-button front placket, a soft turn-down collar, long sleeves with button-adjustable cuffs and an extra-long body that remained securely tucked into the trousers during prolonged periods of movement. The simple yet durable design allowed soldiers to regulate ventilation while reducing wear on the outer wool tunic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnlike modern military clothing produced by a single manufacturer, original Wehrmacht undershirts were made by numerous German textile factories under military contract. Companies such as J. Schmid Talif produced garments alongside many other contractors, each applying factory stamps identifying the manufacturer, size and production details. Variations in stitching, fabric, button style and internal markings are a normal characteristic of genuine wartime production and reflect the realities of manufacturing during a period of rapidly increasing military demand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFollowing Germany's surrender in 1945, production ceased and remaining stocks were widely reused throughout post-war Europe during a time of severe clothing shortages. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine WWII German military issue undershirt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal wartime military surplus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic grey-green (Feldgrau) field colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft turn-down collar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour-button pullover front placket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong sleeves with button-adjustable cuffs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra-long body designed to remain tucked beneath the field tunic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured by various original German wartime contractors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal factory, size and inspection markings may be present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eSpecifications\u003cbr\u003eType: German Wehrmacht Undershirt (Unterhemd)\u003cbr\u003eEra: World War II\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Genuine Military Surplus\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Germany\u003cbr\u003eColour: Grey-Green (Feldgrau)\u003cbr\u003eManufacturers: Various German wartime contractors\u003cbr\u003eCollar: Turn-down collar\u003cbr\u003eFront Closure: Four-button pullover placket\u003cbr\u003eSleeves: Long sleeves with button-adjustable cuffs\u003cbr\u003eManufacturer Markings: Most have the Manufacturer name on the size tag in the collar\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvery original Wehrmacht undershirt is a genuine piece of military history. The factory markings, wartime construction and subtle variations between manufacturers tell the story of Germany's wartime textile industry and the everyday equipment issued to millions of soldiers during the Second World War. Whether added to a military collection, museum display or historical reenactment impression, each garment represents an authentic surviving artefact from one of the defining conflicts of the twentieth century.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese were manufactured during WW2 but remained in use by the military for many years.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSizing is across the chest in cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePlease note: as these are military surplus there may be some colour, quality and style variation to the image shown. \u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"MILITARY SURPLUS","offers":[{"title":"39","offer_id":51823221735564,"sku":"csg121-137685","price":69.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"42","offer_id":51823221768332,"sku":"csg121-137686","price":69.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"45","offer_id":51823221801100,"sku":"csg121-137687","price":69.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"48","offer_id":51823221833868,"sku":"csg121-137688","price":69.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"51","offer_id":51823221866636,"sku":"csg121-137689","price":69.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"54","offer_id":51823221899404,"sku":"csg121-137690","price":69.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"57","offer_id":51823221932172,"sku":"csg121-137691","price":69.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60","offer_id":51823221964940,"sku":"csg121-137692","price":69.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/7442\/9324\/files\/35623.jpg?v=1785814446","url":"https:\/\/commandoaustralia.com\/products\/csg121","provider":"Commando Australia Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}