{"product_id":"moon-balls-belgian-brushstroke-smock","title":"'Moon\u0026Balls' Belgian Brushstroke Smock","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"597\" data-start=\"292\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"308\" data-start=\"292\"\u003eKongo Smock  Belgian \u003cstrong data-end=\"263\" data-start=\"231\"\u003eBrushstroke \/ “Moon \u0026amp; Balls”\u003c\/strong\u003e Camouflage ABL, \u003cstrong data-end=\"290\" data-start=\"282\"\u003e1954\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"597\" data-start=\"292\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"308\" data-start=\"292\"\u003eHistory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmerging from the initial post-war experimentation, the \"Moon and Balls\" pattern represents one of the most distinctive and mythologized camouflage designs in military history. Produced for only a few years, its unique aesthetic and association with mercenary conflicts in Africa and Congo Crisis (thanks to 'Africa Addio' crew in Congo) have granted it a status that far exceeds its limited official service life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"597\" data-start=\"292\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"308\" data-start=\"292\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"623\" data-start=\"599\"\u003eProduct description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"626\" data-start=\"623\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"597\" data-start=\"292\"\u003e Original Belgian para\/field smock in the classic Brushstroke “Moon \u0026amp; Balls” pattern (ABL maker mark, dated 1954). Honest, worn character, few missing buttons and light distressing, perfect for collectors, reenactors, or vintage surplus styling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1155\" data-start=\"1140\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1153\" data-start=\"1140\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1326\" data-start=\"1158\"\u003eDistinctive Moon \u0026amp; Balls brushstroke camo. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1507\" data-start=\"1329\"\u003eDenison-style smock cut. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1633\" data-start=\"1510\"\u003eHeavy-duty treated cotton\/poplin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1854\" data-start=\"1731\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1765\" data-start=\"1731\"\u003eOriginal ABL maker\/issue stamp\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"1783\" data-start=\"1770\"\u003e1954 date\u003c\/strong\u003e on the internal label (visible).\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1872\" data-start=\"1856\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1870\" data-start=\"1856\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1973\" data-start=\"1875\"\u003eOverall\u003cstrong data-end=\"1901\" data-start=\"1883\"\u003e distressed\u003c\/strong\u003e with honest wear and period fading that suits the piece’s provenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2074\" data-start=\"1976\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2001\" data-start=\"1976\"\u003eA few buttons missing\u003c\/strong\u003e (listed and pictured); all remaining buttons and snaps are functional.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2204\" data-start=\"2077\"\u003eABL maker\/contract stamp and the 1954 date inside.No large tears or structural rot, wearable as-is or perfect for display\/repair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2306\" data-start=\"2289\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2304\" data-start=\"2289\"\u003eSize \u0026amp; fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2472\" data-start=\"2309\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2318\" data-start=\"2309\"\u003eSize: Large\/Regular; \u003c\/strong\u003epit to pit 60cm, total length 68cm,sleeve length 58cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2586\" data-start=\"2475\"\u003eVintage para smocks are roomy by design, meaning that, it can easily be worn, even if you wear small, or medium sizes. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2608\" data-start=\"2588\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2606\" data-start=\"2588\"\u003eWhy buy these:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2794\" data-start=\"2611\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2637\" data-start=\"2611\"\u003eHistorical provenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuine early Brushstroke used by Belgian units in the Congo Crisis era, a tangible Cold War\/colonial era artifact. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2794\" data-start=\"2611\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\" class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eOriginal ABL stamped Moon \u0026amp; Balls smocks from the 1950s are increasingly scarce on the market.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3144\" data-start=\"3001\"\u003eVersatile use, great for museum displays, reenactment authenticity, film\/prop work, or rugged outerwear with real field pedigree, you can choose it's retirement. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3284\" data-start=\"3147\"\u003eThe light distressing and missing buttons add story, honest wear and character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3307\" data-start=\"3286\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3305\" data-start=\"3286\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; styling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3449\" data-start=\"3310\"\u003eHand wash or very gentle machine cycle; cold water and line dry to preserve fabric and prints. Avoid aggressive detergents or hot dryers.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3799\" data-start=\"3718\"\u003eOriginal \u003cstrong data-end=\"3757\" data-start=\"3745\"\u003e1954 ABL\u003c\/strong\u003e Belgian Brushstroke smock. Ready to ship.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Warsaw Surplus","offers":[{"title":"M~L\/R (up to 120cm chest circumference\/175-178cm approx height)","offer_id":55684251910469,"sku":null,"price":807.5,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/8994\/7717\/files\/IMG_5291.png?v=1758217738","url":"https:\/\/warsawsurplus.com\/products\/moon-balls-belgian-brushstroke-smock","provider":"Warsaw Surplus","version":"1.0","type":"link"}