FAQ

Why should I buy from you?

We provide only original and authentic items from both sides of the conflict.
Through trusted contacts and suppliers on both fronts, we’re able to source genuine patches, uniforms, and gear — no fakes, no replicas, ever.

We offer both unused and combat-worn items — the choice is yours. Whether you’re looking for a piece straight from the factory or something that’s seen real action, we’ve got it.

And unlike others, we don’t charge extra for combat-used items.
We believe wear and dirt don’t define the value — the authenticity does.

I can’t find the item I’m looking for — can I place a pre-order?

Yes, you can place a pre-order for the item you’re looking for.
Just contact us directly — we’ll discuss availability, pricing, and do our best to locate and acquire the item for you.

How to recognize ORIGINAL?

One of the most obvious signs of a fake is grammatical or spelling mistakes.
This is especially common with patches sold on platforms like eBay, often by sellers who don’t speak the language used on the item.

A fake like this is easy to identify—just take a close look at the text on the patch or any other item.

For example, take the well-known Kadyrov patch:
Some counterfeit versions confuse the Russian letter “Ы” with the similar-looking “Б”, or even replace it with the Latin letter “I”—a clear sign the manufacturer doesn’t understand the language and is copying blindly. Also, pay attention to errors like spacing issues — for example, “ПОЛК ИМ. ГЕРОЯ РОСИИ”.

Always check the details—real items are made by people who know exactly what they’re making.

Look at listings critically — especially on eBay.
Many items there are “put together” without any logic or authenticity. For example, a uniform may be listed with completely mismatched patches — it looks ridiculous and makes the entire listing untrustworthy. If the seller doesn’t care about accuracy, chances are it’s not an original.
Ukraine’s patch market is flooded — and most are from China.
The volume of patches sold in Ukraine is far greater than what could realistically come from the front lines. That alone says a lot. Most are simply bulk imports from China. Ukraine and China have open trade routes, and shipments arrive on time — making it the perfect source for mass-produced reproductions.
Pay close attention to the quality — it’s very noticeable. These fakes usually have cheap prints, low-grade embroidery, and poor design style. Once you hold a real patch next to a Chinese-made fake, the difference is immediately clear.
Trust your eyes — dirt doesn’t equal authenticity.
Some patches look like a literal piece of mud. But think about it: even WWII relics that have been buried for 80 years don’t look that bad. It seems like sellers just throw them in the dirt and stomp on them to give a “combat-worn” effect. Don’t fall for it.
Use common sense — would a real soldier wear that?
Look at patch with Putin and Xi Jinping. It’s obviously a cartoon. No real fighter in the SMO zone would wear that — it’s just laughable. Think: would you put that on your uniform? What would your comrades say?

Most official and original uniforms of the Russian Armed Forces, produced under the State Defense Order (ГОСОБОРОНЗАКАЗ), include labels, stamps, and markings with technical specifications and quality control approvals.
A primary example of this can be seen in uniforms made by “OKRUG” and “BTK GROUP”.

Manufacturer’s logo
→ The brand or company logo of the manufacturer (in this case, OKRUG “ОКРУГ”).
Manufacturer’s name
→ Full name of the company that produced the item.
Height, chest, and waist measurements
→ Size measurements of the item
Fabric article number
→ Internal fabric code used by the manufacturer to identify the material.
Technical specifications (ТУ)
→ The Technical Conditions number under which the item was produced (similar to a GOST standard, but specific to a manufacturer).
Year of production
→ The year the item was manufactured.
Care label size
→ The sizing section on the care label
Size – height group
→ The main sizing system used:
1. First number = chest size,
2. Second = height group.
  (For example, 50/4 means chest size 50, height group 4.)
Grade (Quality classification)
→ Indicates the quality of the item:
1. 1st grade — standard, no defects,
2. 2nd grade — minor defects allowed, still usable.
Space for Military Acceptance Stamp
→ Military Representatives (VP) — also known as Military Acceptance — is a structured quality control system responsible for ensuring the required standards of products manufactured for military use. In some cases, it also applies to dual-purpose (military and civilian) products.
The primary client and General Customer of this system is the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation.