Trigger Finger Mitten Shells & Inserts (1980s)

Shown set contract number date 1983 (shell) and 1980 (liner).

 

Stock Number Reference:

Mitten Shell

(follow content copied from items’ wear instruction)

WEARING INSTRUCTIONS

Wear over mitten-inserts, trigger finger, 0G 208 Mittens are warmer than gloves. Keep forefinger in trigger finger only when actually needed. Put thumb in with rest of hand if cold. Keep your fingers together to keep them warm. To keep hands warm, mittens must be – Clean: Dirt, especially grease, makes them cold. Dry: Take out woolen inserts before hands begin to sweat. Wear shells without inserts in moderately cold weather. Do not dry near extreme heat or open flame. Dry them carefully every night. Keep mittens attached to suspension cord to prevent loss.

Mitten Shell, Cold Weather, Trigger Finger, M-1965

Assign Date: 1965-12-21

Stock Number Reference:

NSN-Size sheet

Size	NSN
Medium	8415-00-926-1526
Large	8415-00-926-1527

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Mitten Liner

(follow content copied form instruction card)

READ-REMEMBER TO FOLLOW

Mitten-Inserts, Trigger Finger, M-1948

Wear only under other mittens. Inserts absorb moisture and will become wet and cold if worn alone. Carry two pairs in case one pair becomes wet. Remove inserts before sweating makes them damp. Dry slowly away from flame or take them into the sleeping bag at night. Dirty inserts are cold. Dry clean or wash in cold or lukewarm water with mild soap. Don’t use hot water-Hot water will shrink inserts. Keep them clean. The inserts can be worn on either hand. Shift them to the opposite hands frequently so they will wear longer. If one wears out, a single insert can be issued as a replacement.

Mitten Insert, Trigger Finger, M-1948

Stock Number Reference:

NSN-Size sheet

Size / Color	OG208	FG504
Assign Date	Unknown	2005-01-28
Medium	8415-00-160-0769	8415-01-527-3452
Large	8415-00-160-1376	8415-01-527-3454