UK Troops issued "Combat Codpiece"

[wotsnext]

The latest piece of high-tech kit due to be issued to all British forces deploying to Helmand already has a nickname. It is known by the troops who have tested it as the "combat codpiece

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-12014274

[scttgillies]

Oh well, this reeks of Blackadder. They are going to look so sweet but i suppose protection for the jewels is paramount.

[rgjbloke]

Haven't seen the BBC report before but the subject is a repost. http://www.militaryphotos.net/forums...roof-Underwear

[muck]

I was expecting something more Manowar-ish!
Having said this it's still a great and, unfortunately, necessary piece of gear I guess.

[big_les]

Haven't seen the BBC report before but the subject is a repost. http://www.militaryphotos.net/forums...roof-Underwear

Not exactly -the "blast boxers" featured in the original thread are basically two-layer kevlar cycling shorts and are underwear. The "codpiece" is exactly that - a more bulky strap-on version worn outside the clothing more like a shaped and fitted version of a groin-protector flap.

I also don't think the "blast boxers" were seriously intended by the army to be fielded, whereas the codpieces are in MTP and apparently about to go on issue.

[rgjbloke]

Not exactly -the "blast boxers" featured in the original thread are basically two-layer kevlar cycling shorts and are underwear. The "codpiece" is exactly that - a more bulky strap-on version worn outside the clothing more like a shaped and fitted version of a groin-protector flap.

I also don't think the "blast boxers" were seriously intended by the army to be fielded, whereas the codpieces are in MTP and apparently about to go on issue.

I stand corrected.

[dacanadianbomb]

Bollocks!

first one to it.

[Corrupt]

Well if it keeps the important bits (and those pesky arteries too) safer, good stuff. Just holpe its not too much weight/discomfort to wear

[Pete031]

I wonder how they will Chafe. Hump 10k's with that on, I imagine your thighs will be ripped apart. Hopefully not.

[Pointman070]

We used to wear black (kevlar) assault vests, back in the day. they also had the groin protector. You can secuur it with two buttons. It unlocks yust by pulling it down. The vest is bloody heavy..

[a_very_ex_STAB]

Can I be the first in this thread to say 'Betty Swollocks'?

[Wally1967]

*Off Topic*
King Henry VIII's had codpiece in his armour. http://www.militaryphotos.net/forums...o-be-exhibited

[frankie]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVCha...eature=related

[California Joe]

What's the word....Word Up.

[Sloppy Joe2]

I wonder how they will Chafe. Hump 10k's with that on, I imagine your thighs will be ripped apart. Hopefully not.

I was wondering about that myself, hopefully some of our Brit members can let us know. Bet you would get really bad swamp ass with those as well.