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Portuguese Lizard

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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Portuguese Lizard · Menswear

Portuguese Lizard Camo Lightweight T-Shirt

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$39.50 USD

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Description

Portuguese Lizard — developed for Portuguese forces in the 1960s and used in Angola, Mozambique, and Guinea-Bissau — is a green-dominant scale-texture woodland pattern. The overlapping olive, dark green, and brown shapes print cleanly on the open weave of a 4.2oz lightweight jersey tee, where the small repeat scale of the pattern reads differently than on a denser fabric.

100% ring-spun cotton, 4.2oz. Crew neck, straight hem, unisex fit. Sizes XS–2XL.

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In compliance with the General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR), Concealing Coloration and SINDEN VENTURES LIMITED ensure that all consumer products offered are safe and meet EU standards. For any product safety related inquiries or concerns, please contact our EU representative at gpsr@sindenventures.com.

You can also write to us at 2727 Steeles Ave West, Toronto, Canada, M3J 3G9 or Markou Evgenikou 11, Mesa Geitonia, 4002, Limassol, Cyprus.

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Camouflage record

Portuguese Lizard

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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Product measurements are taken with the garment laid flat. If you are between sizes, choose the larger size.

Lightweight T-Shirt Size Chart
Size	Chest	A - 1/2 chest width	B - Length	C - Sleeve length
XS	36.2	15.4	28.0	8.7
S	37.8	16.9	28.7	9.1
M	39.4	18.5	29.5	9.5
L	42.5	20.9	30.3	9.8
XL	45.7	23.2	31.1	10.2
2XL	48.8	25.6	31.9	10.6

Measurements are listed in inches. Product measurements are taken with the garment laid flat; actual measurements may vary by up to 1 inch.

great if you can't find the real thing

bought for a friend so we can be cool guys in our lizard stripe. he indeed looks like a cool guy now. I own some real Portuguese LS and the print is dead on as well as the colors. material is a little meh but it does the job and looks cool.

Hey William!
Thanks so much for the feedback! We’ve put a lot of effort into getting the colors just right, and I’m glad you noticed. We’re already working on sourcing new t-shirts with a better weight, so stay tuned for that. Thanks again.
G.C.