Belgian 2-Person Dome Tent, M1999 Jigsaw, Surplus

This Belgian army tent is actually a nifty and modern dome tent. Made of lightweight and strong materials, pitches in a smart way, and features aluminum poles to make field repairs possible.

A dome tent is especially convenient for casual use because it stands on its own without guylines. These can be added in case the winds blow but in fair weather, it's up to you.

Features

The structure is an outer tent tensioned over two crossed aluminum poles and a transverse extra pole to increase vestibule space. The poles are retained with loops and toggles rather than long tunnels. The long sides feature symmetric entrances and vestibules.

The inner tent has full-size doors with mosquito nets and both the inner and outer doors can be rolled to the sides for unrestricted ventilation. The roof has three elastic loops for drying your base layer shirt or hanging a lantern, for example.

The fabrics are rather dense so if you have a habit of waking up in a brightly lit tent, you'll like this one.

The flysheet is made from ripstop nylon with a Jigsaw camo pattern. It used to be waterproof for sure but is likely to require some maintenance such as sewing, taping, and treating with waterproofers, if you're after perfect waterproofness.

The stakes are rolled from steel and suitable for a variety of surfaces. The ends have nice flat spots and the don't weigh a ton. Some deformation is to be expected but these can be straightened fairly easily.

Each tent includes the following:

• Flysheet
• Inner Tent
• Two long poles
• Short pole
• 12 pcs Stakes
• 6 pcs Guylines
• Carrying bags

Dimensions and weights

The size is big enough for two persons when you leave the packs in the vestibules, or a comfortable size for one. The length is a bit shorter than usual, some bending at the knees may be necessary if you're taller than 190 cm / 6' 2".

Belgian army surplus

Made by Wilford Industry. These have been used by soldiers in the field. Stakes may need some straightening, elastics may be worn and you should also prepare to patch pinholes in the flysheet. However, everything is in one piece and serviceable.

The maintenance pays off: this high-quality tent will prove to be a solid companion on your trips for a long time to come.