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Portuguese Lizard Camo Crossbody Bag

Portuguese Lizard Camo Crossbody Bag

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The Portuguese Lizard Camouflage Vertical Bag is a uniquely designed accessory that merges functionality with a sleek vertical profile and a robust front pocket. The spacious main compartment can accommodate a long wallet and offers greater storage capacity than its compact appearance suggests. Additionally, the bag features a convenient back pocket, ideal for quickly accessing small items such as smartphones. This thoughtful design ensures practicality and ease of use, making it an excellent choice for everyday carry.

Specs:
• 100% nylon
• Camouflage: Portuguese Lizard
• Fabric weight: 9.91 oz./yd.² (336 g/m²)
• Bag size: 5.7″ × 7.7″ × 2″
• Water-resistant and durable
• Sturdy fabric with fusible backing to add firmness
• Inside and outside pockets
• Adjustable strap
• Two-way zipper
• Blank product components sourced from China

Camouflage Print Information:
The Portuguese Lizard Camouflage, used from the 1960s to the 1980s, features a vertical pattern distinct from its French counterpart. Extensively utilized during Portugal’s decolonization wars in Africa, this camouflage includes various versions like the M/964 jacket with a standing Mandarin collar and concentric elbow stitching. Notable for its herringbone twill fabric and distinct color variations, it was worn by multiple forces and mercenaries, including in Angola and Mozambique. The pattern remains significant for its unique design and historical usage.
Camouflage Information:
The Portuguese Lizard Camouflage (M1964 or m64) was developed in the 1960s for Portugal’s decolonization wars, particularly in Angola, Mozambique, and Guinea-Bissau. Designed for superior concealment in dense jungle and savanna environments, it features vertical dark green and brown stripes on a light green background, optimizing its effectiveness in wooded and tropical terrains. Inspired by the French TAP47 and TAP56 Lizard camouflages, the Portuguese variant was adapted to suit the combat needs of elite units such as paratroopers, commandos, and special forces.

Unlike its French predecessor, which had a more horizontal orientation, the vertical alignment of the Portuguese Lizard pattern was intended to reduce visibility when soldiers were moving upright through jungle foliage. The pattern continues to be used today by the Portuguese Marines (Fuzileiros) and remains one of the longest-serving camouflage designs in military history.

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