KMA Bacteria Camo Vertical Tote Bag
KMA Bacteria Camo Vertical Tote Bag
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The KMA Bacteria Camo Vertical Tote Bag merges rugged construction with one of the Cold War’s most unconventional camouflage designs. Made from heavyweight nylon (6.49 oz/yd²), the tote delivers strength and resilience against daily wear while maintaining a lightweight build for practical, everyday use. Its open vertical format allows for quick access to essentials, making it a versatile choice for commutes, travel, or errands. With dimensions of 18” x 18”, the tote provides ample space for books, clothing, or gear without feeling bulky.
Functional details enhance its reliability: boxed stitched corners expand capacity when needed, while reinforced zig-zag stitching on the handles ensures durability under load. The dense nylon weave provides structural integrity yet folds flat for easy storage when not in use. The bag’s defining feature is its KMA Bacteria Camouflage print, also called Microorganism Camouflage. Developed at the Korean Military Academy in the late 1960s, the pattern features dense, amoeba-like black forms scattered across a white background. It was never intended for battlefield concealment but rather for visual disruption during training and to distinguish cadets or special groups from active-duty personnel. Rarely mass-issued, the pattern remained in institutional use through the 1990s, making it a historically obscure and visually striking design now reinterpreted in a modern, functional tote.
Proudly made in the USA, the tote blends utilitarian durability with cultural reference. It transitions seamlessly between work, errands, and travel, standing out as both a practical carryall and a piece of camouflage history.
Specs
• Camouflage: KMA Bacteria (Microorganism Camouflage)
• 100% heavyweight nylon (6.49 oz/yd²)
• Dimensions: 18” x 18”
• Boxed stitched corners for structure and expansion
• Reinforced zig-zag stitching on handles
• Made in USA
Care Instructions
• Remove all items before cleaning
• Pretreat visible stains with stain remover
• Mix warm water with mild detergent; clean with a terry cloth or soft brush
• Air dry
EU representative: HONSON VENTURES LIMITED, gpsr@honsonventures.com, 3, Gnaftis House flat 102, Limassol, Mesa Geitonia, 4003, CY
Product information: Generic brand, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC
The Bacteria Camouflage, also known as “Microorganism Camouflage,” is a rare South Korean pattern developed by the Korean Military Academy (KMA) in the late 1960s and used through the 1990s. Characterized by high-contrast black, amoeba-like forms scattered across a white background, it was designed for training environments where traditional camouflage was less practical. Intended to disrupt the human silhouette and visually distinguish cadets during drills and exercises, the pattern prioritized institutional identity over environmental blending. Printed on cotton twill and herringbone twill fabrics, with slight variations between class years, this camo was never mass-issued and remains exclusive to the academy. Its experimental design, limited production, and graphic intensity have made it a coveted item in vintage military circles and a notable example of unconventional camouflage theory.
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