The black boot is for wear in cold, wet climates. The white boot is for wear in extreme cold, dry climates.

Materials Used

The boots are made of rubber, latex, wool fleece, and nylon tricot.

Concept of Use

The black boots provide protection against the environment down to -20°F (-29°C).

The white boots provide protection against the environment down to -60°F (-51°C).

Description of Item

Both the black boots and the white boots are about 11 inches (29 cm) in height and has six pairs of eyelets.

The insulation of the black boot consists of two layers of wool fleece sealed within an outer and inner layer of rubber.

The insulation of the white boot consists of three layers of wool fleece sealed within an outer and inner layer of rubber.

Specifications

Black boots

MIL-B-41816, Type I

White boots

MIL-B-41816, Type II

References

• Use and Care of the Extended Cold Weather Clothing System. [pdf]
• http://assist.daps.dla.mil/quicksearch/basic_profile.cfm?ident_number=23228