The kefiya, as the arafat is correctly called, is a square scarf, usually made of cotton. It is a traditional Arab headdress, and gets its Polish common name from Palestinian leader Yasir Arafat. It is usually folded into a triangle that wraps around the head, but a popular place to wear the arafat is also around the neck. Worn this way, it protects against bacteria and viruses, as it can be pulled over the nose and mouth easily and quickly. This is especially useful in desert conditions, where the sling shields you from dust and sand. It is often used by British and American soldiers stationed in the Middle East. In addition to protecting you from airborne particulates, the military arafat also protects you from abrasions from bulletproof vests, which is why it is so popular in areas of armed conflict. Some types contain admixtures of wool, and are often decorated with tassels, with which the sides of the scarf are finished.
Arafatas are often found in dry and remote areas of the world. They keep you warm at night, and during the day they help shield your upper respiratory tract from sand. They also provide quite good protection from intrusive insects. Military arafatas are also often found among civilians. They have become a symbol of pop culture, often present in movies, TV series and among many youth subcultures. They differ from each other in color, design and materials used. They allow you to emphasize your alternative style, independence and love of foreign cultures, plus they are extremely practical. From a military arafat you can make a headdress, a neck scarf, as well as an improvised sling in case of injury in the field. It can be used as a field tablecloth when you want a little comfort in the field. You can wrap your replica in it, thus avoiding it getting dusty while carrying it, or cover it this way when it is lying unused. A military arafat in the right color can serve as part of the uniform during reenactments. It can also improve our camouflage, provided that it is not in strongly contrasting colors.
MILITARY.EU offers scarves from reliable manufacturers of tactical and outdoor clothing and accessories. Such companies include the Polish brand Texar, which has been on the market since 1992. This brand offers high-quality military and trekking clothing. Available scarves include olive, white, sand, blue and dark gray. Most have black designs, combined with a second color. An interesting item is an arafat from 101 Inc. that features an AK47 pattern.
In this category you will also find scarves from the Greek brand of clothing and hiking and tactical accessories, Pentagon. Their products are characterized by the highest quality workmanship, combined with affordable prices. Kefija slings are also produced by the Polish brand, Helikon-Tex. In this section we also offer products from German brands like Mil-Tec and Brandit Fashion. They are characterized by German quality, precision and attention to detail. These brands also offer other clothing items such as pants, sweatshirts, jackets and T-shirts in addition to scarves.
During gameplay, such additional protection can come in handy as a back-up for goggles or safety glasses, although a better shield in this case is a rigid wire mask of the STALKER type. Slings can be successfully used by hikers exploring inaccessible areas, mountain hikers and forest campers. They will also work well for a person who travels a lot. Such a practical gadget is sure to put a smile on the face of a survivalist or prepper. Because of their versatility, these slings are suitable for everyone, regardless of gender and age.
