Sadf Pattern 83 Battle Jacket, . I possess a set of Pattern 70 web gear, but for later in the war, I know that the Pattern 83 was used to replace the 70. 00 or Best Offer Original South African SADF 83 Pattern Nutria Brown Light Battle Jacket -Grade 2 Pre-Owned $147. The P83 Vest was adopted in 1983 to replace the then outdated Pattern 70 webbing used by the SADF, and is still used today by the (now so called) SANDF. I am talking of course about the Pattern 83 ‚Battle Jacket‘, also known in various circles as the SAAV, the South African Assault Vest. Get the best deals for Sadf Pattern 83 at eBay. 40 Buy It Now Unique military surplus. Jan 26, 2022 · Hello all! I've a question regarding SADF gear. In 1983, the first well-known modern chest rig was made somewhere most people wouldn't expect — South Africa. Military Surplus clothing, accessories, boots, gear and everything else. nc6, scdxz, l0vd, hfzft, stq1, dxg, xqsp, kgvr, 1vs, vqv,