Pistol pouch featuring the MAPA camouflage color, crafted from rugged 560 Cordura. Equipped with elastic drawstrings for secure transport of various magazine types. An internal anti-slip insert ensures magazines remain securely in place and prevents accidental drops.
Additional protection for the contents inside the pouch is provided from the top by an elastic cord featuring an ergonomically designed grip. Attachment to a belt or gear is achieved via a mounting strap that is fully compatible with the MOLLE system.
The MAPA camouflage pattern originates from the work of Maciej Dojlitko, a graduate and current academic at the Faculty of Architecture and Design at the Academy of Fine Arts in Gdańsk. Dojlitko is also known for publications such as Theory of Deconstruction of Visual Communication. Tools for designing military camouflage (Gdańsk 2015). The pattern features an innovative concept, thoroughly substantiated by theoretical rationale and experimental evidence, including comprehensive computer analysis of thousands of terrain photographs. This approach has garnered significant interest from industry specialists and military apparel manufacturers. In 2017, the MAPA camouflage was introduced at the International Defense Industry Exhibition in Kielce, serving as a pattern for the Dromader system of equipment and uniforms produced by Maskpol, a member of the Polish Armaments Group. Developed specifically for the Territorial Defense Army, MAPA camouflage was also evaluated as a potential standard across the entire Polish Armed Forces, where it could take the place of the wz.93 pattern. To date, however, the MAPA camouflage has not been officially adopted as the standard pattern for the Polish Army.
Main features of MAPA camouflage in its primary woodland version:
- 6 colors arranged in layers reminiscent of topographic map contours,
- a palette tailored for optimal concealment in Central European forests,
- incorporation of three-dimensional illusion and anamorphic effects,
- biomorphic shapes that echo natural vegetation,
- high-contrast elements simulating sunlight and shadows,
- macro patterns that disrupt and break up the outline of a silhouette,
- micro patterns that create color noise for enhanced visual disruption.
The MAPA pattern stands as a compelling alternative to leading modern camouflages such as PenCott, MultiCam, Kryptek, Flecktarn, and the Finnish M/05. In several aspects, it demonstrates greater advancement and more accurately reflects the colors present in Central European forests from late spring through early autumn.
