Why Do IDF Soldiers Wear Those "Chef" Hats

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Many airsoft veterans and those knowledgeable about the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are familiar with the "Chef" hats worn by Israeli soldiers on missions and exercise. Called the “Mitznefet”, it actually serves a valuable purpose to make the soldiers more stealthy and not easily seen. How? Find out more in this blog by Agilite Gear... "One of the questions we get asked most is “Why do Israeli troops wear those chef hat things on their heads?”.

Mitznefet Helmet Shape Breaker in Multicam

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The Mitznefet, an iconic gear used by the IDF now gets the Multicam treatment courtesy of Agilite... "Mitznefets are used by the Israel Defense Forces to break up the shape of their helmets in the asymmetry of nature. The round precision-cut nature of a military helmet is easy to spot downrange and the Mitznefet not only makes it much more difficult to identify, but also supplies 360 degree shade from the sun.

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