US Early WWII US Army Rubberized Poncho

The poncho is made from a heavy rubberised cotton canvas. The rubberised part is on the inside, with the cloth part on the outside. This construction is similar to original US Army cargo packs from 1945. The material is heavy duty and waterproof.

The poncho is waterproof and effective at keeping the wearer dry. It performs well in heavy rain, though a brimmed hat or helmet helps to prevent water from entering the neck opening. The rubberised material works as intended to repel water. It will keep you dry as a bone.

Yes, the poncho can be used as a waterproof groundsheet. It is suitable for use as an authentic ground sheet with a shelter half pup tent. Two ponchos can be snapped together to form an open-ended tent. Grommet holes allow for attachment to ropes and stakes, and poles can be passed through the middle grommets.

The poncho is well-made with impressive quality of material and construction. The snaps and grommets are installed properly, with no smashed or pinched grommets. The waterproofing around the collar seam is a notable feature. The hardware seems secure, though some snaps have been found to bend when undone.

This is a reproduction of the heavy rubberised cotton canvas poncho issued in the early part of WWII. It is period-correct for a WWII Infantry impression. The material is identical in texture, weight, and colour to original 1945 US Army cargo pack material.

The poncho features a high collar with a drawstring closure. The waterproofing around the collar seam is particularly effective. This design helps to keep water out when worn in the rain.