This original East German military VM greatcoat is an authentic piece of Cold War–era uniform equipment. Issued in the former German Democratic Republic (DDR), this double-breasted greatcoat was worn by VM (Volkspolizei / paramilitary) personnel and reflects the distinctive military style of the period.

Made in a classic dark blue color, the greatcoat features a traditional double-breasted front with metal buttons, structured shoulders, and a long cut designed to provide warmth and protection in cold weather. The heavy outer fabric and formal military tailoring make it suitable for parade use, service wear, or ceremonial occasions.

As an original military surplus item, the coat is used and may show light signs of previous service, such as minor wear consistent with age. Overall condition remains good and fully functional. No modern reproductions — this is a genuine issued garment.

Ideal for military collectors, reenactment, historical displays, film or theater productions, or as a distinctive vintage outerwear piece.

Used (A Grade)

This category goes to products that are in used military surplus condition but looks new or almost new. With our employees in the warehouse department, we carefully sort and check all items we sell, to make sure A Grade military surplus products would look like new, with all features working as they should be, just with a few uncommon condition aspects.

Expected condition issues:

• Warehouse odor.
• Items are prepacked by us.
• Mud/dust on the item.

Rare condition issues:

• Owner name tag on sizing label.
• Taken off sizing or garment care labels.
• Color shades may vary (due to different manufacturing years).

ATTENTION!

„Expected issues“ - might appear on 1 of 10 items.

„Rare issues” - might appear on 1 of 50 items.

Written condition issues don‘t mean that items must have them.

PLEASE TAKE A NOTE!

Most photos of our products are made by us, so images also should be guided to determine item conditions more accurately.

Also, we advise checking the last listing images as mostly they show the most damaged items in stock and what you may expect in the worst.

Condition description: Used, original military surplus A grade