Walnut Dyeing 2! ACU? From Worthless To Tacti-Cool!

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Walnut Dyeing 2! ACU? From Worthless To Tacti-Cool!

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Walnut Dyeing 2! ACU? From Worthless To Tacti-Cool! After my first video posted a year ago, I have been bombarded with questions. Many of which I couldn't answer then. After some experimentation in this new autumn season, those questions will be answered!
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@jerrymandarren Жыл бұрын

ACU can be dyed green and or brown, it is a fantastic night vision camo as it actually disrupts the visual lines w some IR, in the winter time/ fall at night/low light it can be a good transitional camo. More importantly you can grab an unlimited amount of ACU/ABU gear for dumb cheap.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Jerry, You Speak Absolute Truth! Thank you for writing it so concisely! I hope everyone on this thread reads it!

@basementwalls8418 11 ай бұрын

I understand that certain laundry soaps contain "brighteners" which severly degrade the IR effectiveness of the clothing. Is there any affect on that when it comes to dying the fabric?

@5jjt Жыл бұрын

For those who don't know, boiling the acorns produces a brown water, which is a process called "Leaching," and it helps remove the bitterness from acorns making them much more edible. Takes multiple boils, but in a shtf scenario, you can eat them in hard form, or flour form.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Justin, I have done this many times in the past and the bread made with processed acorns is absolutely delicious! It is ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL that the leaching process is repeated until there is NO visible oil on the surface of the still water of the leaching bath. For those that don't know, consuming unprocessed acorns can kill you in a survival situation! The tannins in the acorn will cause the stomach to contract and stay contracted. It will pelletize anything in the stomach preventing any digestion from continuing. You would basically wind up starving to death or succumbing to severe dehydration. Modern Medical facilities may be able to reverse the effects, but if you are in the wilderness.... you'll dye a slow painful death.

@alfonsedente9679 Жыл бұрын

@@boonedockery7220 which is why i dont take advice from people that randomly chime-in their "secrets" that they partially read from a wiki page

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

@@alfonsedente9679 Sage Wisdom Justin!

@alfonsedente9679 Жыл бұрын

@@boonedockery7220 no joke bro, i can count how many times i see people trading advice on edible plants and mushrooms. It rarely dawns on people to go to the library, and get a botany or mushroom atlas. (One of those ancient ones with the hand-drawn pics by a scientist)

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

@@alfonsedente9679 AMEN!!!! Do you think any of "them" have been to a "Library" since grade school, when it was not their choice?

@hiota45 Жыл бұрын

Pink actually works really well as a desert camo, just ask the SAS during WWII in North Africa or the Russian today.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

The "Pink" comment was primarily for comedic affect. As you can see my "sense of humor" ain't everyone's cup of tea. I am a big history buff and am very well aware of the British Desert Pink paint they used in North Africa during World War II to great effect. So, there's that... Thank you very much for watching and commenting! I am certain there are many that thought as you did the moment I said what I did about "Pink"! 😉👍

@scannerbro Жыл бұрын

@@boonedockery7220 haha just read this after my initial comment! My apologies! I was like wtf bro there is tons of pink! Your channel rules

@buffewo6386 11 ай бұрын

The Gulf War era 3-Color pattern has a pinkish hue. But I get the joke...

@lavenderlilacproductions Жыл бұрын

Consider rabbit, squirrel, deer, foxes, etc. All of them spent millions of years in the Eastern Woods and edges of plains, and they tend to tans, brown, rust, greys etc. Seems a great idea to walnut stain your kit.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I agree completely!

@mattfleming86 Жыл бұрын

Browns and tans work year round. Green works great 1-3 seasons. Field Drab with some mud splatters, some charcoal and grease stains, and a handful of scattered grass stains would be the worlds best camo. You can't change mind on that. When things get spicy camouflage Appalachistan Cartharttflage will become a legend for generations to come.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

@@mattfleming86 Oh Yeah!!!!

@another3997 25 күн бұрын

A squirrel looks very out of place in a primarily green environment, rabbits stand out on green grass, which is where they sit and eat. Bears are recognisable at a distance because they're a fairly uniform colour with a distinctive silhouette. A deer stand out in a lot of areas too. Colour is only part of their solutions. UCP is a mixture of tans, greys and greens, and works quite well in certain environments or at certain distances. A lot of camo that looks effective close up, becomes a human shaped, dark 'blob' further away, whereas predominately lighter colours may not look good close up, but work better at a distance.

@mrfitz96 Жыл бұрын

Holy crap, I can't believe how good your Walnut Variant ACU looks. If you get the color shade right I could imagine it also being an effective camo on muddy beaches/shoreline, & certain mountain, rocky desert or even savanna environments.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

ABSOLUTELY! When I was was reenacting, I walnut dyed much of my clothing and kit. I participated in woods tacticals from South Georgia to Southern Maine, East Coast to the Mississippi and it was always an effective color year round. The ACU/UCP just provides a subtle pattern to the natural hue obtained through this process.

@StoningXStephen Жыл бұрын

Excellent work. It has made a huge difference in how well it blends in with the woodlands. I wood call it Sasquatch Camo after watching you stalk through the trees like that. 😁👍

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

You Nailed It! They Dyed ACU/UCP is from this point forward shall be named the Sasquatch Pattern! Yeah, I pretty much demonstrated ninja like stalking skills. Should have added a disclaimer that only trained professionals should ever attempt those techniques! 😆😅😄😆😅😄😊😉👍

@j.r.zavala Жыл бұрын

I like that, dubbed as "Sasquatch Camo" pattern. Excellent!

@daveh7720 Жыл бұрын

I was just about to say, once this dyeing process catches on there'll be a lot more reports of Sasquatch sightings.

@DarkWolff. Жыл бұрын

This walnut dye on the acu looks very cool , always thought acu was horrible but have seen some dye jobs including this is a game changer

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

I have been researching RIT Dye mixing formulas to create specific colors and I can't wait to try them out. Until then, I am elated with the walnut dye effectiveness! Have a great day!

@gunsofmasseffect4321 Жыл бұрын

The intro was worth its weight in gold, fantastic video, for hunters out there looking for low cost gear.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, I try to keep things light and have fun with it. I glad you liked it!

@nhredleg9587 Жыл бұрын

ACU=Army Combat Uniform. The pattern is: UCP=Universal Camouflage Pattern. The ACU can be other camo patterns such as OEF-CP (Operation Enduring Freedom-Camouflage Pattern aka Multicam, OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern aka Scorpion W2)

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

@ivanquiles4903 Жыл бұрын

You have no idea how many arguments I've had about this. Quick way to end it is to tell a soldier to check his/her top tag

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

@@ivanquiles4903 🤣😅😆👍

@comandercoconut4921 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely

@clydemactavish3457 Жыл бұрын

Yeah but everyone calls them ACU as interchangeable between the uniform and camo pattern. Even OCP is what people call the new uniform as well as the pattern.

@justdoingitjim7095 Жыл бұрын

As a side note, for you guys needing to camo your stands or blinds, I found that flat, milk chocolate colored latex paint (exterior) blends with everything in the woods. I used it on my tripods, my climbing and strap on stands and my ladder stand! Even knowing where they are you have a hard time seeing them until you're close to them. They don't need anything else, but if you want to break up the outline a little more, a sparing application of flat black in small amounts helps. But, do it with an almost dry brush so you don't get any hard edges. Hope this helps and good luck.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@torsten4757 Жыл бұрын

Hi John, The result of the colored field uniform is significantly better than the original. It is remarkable that a natural product like walnut shells is able to dye synthetic fabrics. That's really impressive. The only thing that is not so good in my opinion are the Velcro surfaces. Especially at the front of the chest, the three Velcro areas look like a smiley face😑😑😑😑. And this well-known impression draws the eye and reveals the camouflage effect. But that's just a small note. Thanks for showing and explaining! Greetings Torsten

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Thank You Torsten! I agree with you completely! I will attempt to remove all the Velcro from the next set I dye. I took a much closer look at the design of the shirt and pants and I was left scratching my head with confusion. Not only was the camouflage pattern horribly ineffective but the basic design of the uniform is very poor. I will be replacing all the Velcro closures with buttons as I will add button closures to the blouse just in case the zipper fails. Now, I just have to find a place that I could purchase spare time from... TOO MANY PROJECTS AND TOO LITTLE TIME!!!

@taylorjackson8464 Жыл бұрын

Just unstich the from Velcro with a seem ripper.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

@@taylorjackson8464 👍

@ronaldrobertson2332 Жыл бұрын

...Or, you could purchase velcro patches to cover that.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

@@ronaldrobertson2332 That Is Very True!🤔👍

@5jjt Жыл бұрын

You can dye polymer mags, pistol frames, ru k sack clips, etc by using synthetic rit dye and hot water, just before boiling, dunked for about 7 minutes. It's easy to fo from lighter to dark, but not so much from dark to light. I tried it and it works fantastic.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Again, Justin, Thank you for adding to the knowledge collection in these comments! I have dyed PVC projects with RIT Dye, I actually add a little of the PVC surface prep solvent to the dye and it allows the dye to set much deeper than with plain dye alone. I will definitely try the vinegar dip on my future dye projects on the stubborn bits! Might take a little bit of time on items with a lot of buckles but it will be well worth it! Thanks again for your knowledgeable contributions! I deeply appreciate it!

@Bethwright1613 Жыл бұрын

So nice to see your channel getting the attention it deserves. It's rewarding to see you educating others outside of being one of the best educators I've had the pleasure of being taught by. I look forward to seeing how your channel progresses. Keep up the awesomeness.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Thank You VERY MUCH Bethany! I really appreciate your support and encouragement!😊😉👍

@skalagrim99 Жыл бұрын

Did the same thing with walnut hulls and a set of the original 5 color desert camo from the late 70's, about 20 years ago. That made a nice set of hunting camo's. One thing I've noticed is that if you do your dye in a iron pot you'll get darker brown than if you use an aluminum pot. The aluminum seemed to make the cloth turn light brown or a dirty grey.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Great insight! Thank you for sharing this James!

@VictorianTimeTraveler Жыл бұрын

I remember when I was a kid I visited Mount Rushmore and my dad got an Artful picture of some soldiers standing in a granite viewing area with the Monuments in the background. It's funny, Polished Granite is the only thing that ACU Blends in with. Even then, only a specific type of granite. Another thing I remember is being told that it's "actually the best camouflage" and that it "tricks the eye and blends in with everything" I like most people think that it looks like crap. However the Walnut ACU looks cool, well done, I'm impressed.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

I agree completely and Thank You! I bought two complete sets of UCP ACUs for less than a ACU OCP shirt. Fall through Spring it will work great and even in Summer it works well. Have a great day my friend!

@Khanclansith Жыл бұрын

The Uniform cut is Army Combat Uniform (ACUs), the camouflage is Universal Camouflage Pattern (UCP). The ACU has been issued in UCP, Operation Enduring Freedom Camouflage Patter/Multicam (OEFCP) and Operational Camouflage Patter/Scorpion W2 (OCP) The Yellow and Pink tints are the Fire resistant treatments applied to FRACUs. UCP was developed in a government lab, so it was picked to avoid spending money on further licensees of Multicam...

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

You are correct! Believe it or not, I knew that. Over the course of time people (including soldiers that worn them) have started referring to the ACU in UCP as ACU's. Technically the OCP pattern is used for the ACU design as well. Therefore, I (at least) doubled the mistake. I posted a link in the description box to one of Grunt Proof's videos in which he eloquently explains the mix-n-match acronyms conundrum. When I was in the Army we were issued BDU's (Battle Dress Uniforms) in both Woodland and Desert patterns. Both were BDUs. For us "BDUs" were Woodland. We called the Desert BDUs Chocolate Chips. Acronyms.... 😊😉👍 In Any Regard THANK YOU! Have A Great Day My Friend! Thank you very much for the Fire resistant fabric information! I didn't have a clue. I followed the Testing and Evaluation program while it was happening. By that point I was aware of Crye Precision, Multicam and their submission into the program. When I read the program was stopped 3/4 of the way through and UCP was the accepted pattern, I was flabbergasted! Of the competing patterns that were made public, every one that I saw were superior patterns. Now that I know walnut dyeing can salvage these inexpensive surplus items, I "appreciate" their availability and bargain basement pricing. I have discovered there are a lot of top quality gear designs out there manufactured by high end companies made in UCP. The same equipment in other patterns are 2 to 3 times the cost even in used condition. I have found a lot of this UCP gear in new, unissued condition at half the price of the same item used, in different patterns. I'm sorry for the long reply, I'm certain it was over kill. Thank you for watching and your comment! Have a Great Day!

@user-ug5xr2gb6j Жыл бұрын

Everywhere ACU is used in reference to the UCP pattern. All the surplus stores and websites. Even my buddies and brother who were in the service during its tenure said ACU in reference to the pattern even if they’re aware of the difference. I didn’t realize it was produced in a government lab which is why they went with it. Glad they finally switched to multi cam.

@Hjerte_Verke Жыл бұрын

@@user-ug5xr2gb6j Maybe the Army in its infinite wisdom should have come out with another acronym to debut with OCP. Maybe ABU (Army Battle Uniform)?

@TacShooter Жыл бұрын

That opening gets you an instant subscribe.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Thank You! You probably haven't ran across to many master illusionists like me on KZfaq have you?😆😅😄😊😉👍

@Arbiter55555 Жыл бұрын

So, not 100% if it's true or not, but I remember hearing from several people that UCP is actually MEANT to be dyed by washing it in local mud of your operational environment prior to going on patrol. I wanna say it was in an official publication, but the source eludes me. If you see guys deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan for months, you'll notice their dirtied, almost dyed UCP uniforms actually worked pretty damn well. I had a similar personal experience when wearing them in the Georgia mud at Fort Benning, and it worked pretty damn well. Thanks for showing yet another great way to dye UCP. Having this in winter time, and the Apple Green Rit dye for summer would make for a fantastic uniform standard for any prepper or airsofter or some such.

@blakedavis2447 3 ай бұрын

If that’s legit it’s low key genius but having a dirty uniform would never be “allowed”

@TacticalDoodle Жыл бұрын

I think I had an idle thought like this when I was dying those canvas shopping bags....of all the dang solutions, this seems obvious once you see how well it works. Super affordable, AND it's probably gonna prove to be the thinkin' man's camo in due time. No expensive supersealtieroneoperator licenses here, the cool kids will be rockin' ACU's!

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

" the thinkin' man's camo in due time" I LOVE THIS! THANK YOU!!!

@jamesellsworth9673 Жыл бұрын

The darker garments work best against the dark earth and wet leaves of your environment. One would think those pants would conceal better than they do against the hardwoods. The 'choreography' was outstanding!

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Thank You Brother James! Believe it or not, I do all of my own "choreography", as well as all of my own stunt work! Every time I trip and fall in the woods, That's Really ME!!!! I was very happy to have had the opportunity to try a few experiments at The Central Ohio Bushcraft Gathering! The trousers I dyed with only hot water and a single bag of dried hulls did a great job of changing the pattern just enough to be effective. Ideally, I would like the dye to be half way between the color of the blouse and the trousers. I am not going to re-dye the trousers so I can test the pattern/color effectiveness from now through Spring.

@TheJimtanker Жыл бұрын

I've got three HUGE pecan trees at my house. I'm definitely going to be doing this.

@stjjames Жыл бұрын

1: ACU (Army Combat Uniform)is a uniform, UCP (Universal Camo Pattern) is the color. ACU’s were made in M81 & OCP/Multicam/Scorpion. 2: UCP was created by the Army/DOD, using the same pattern as Marpat, AOR 1/2 & Cadpat. It’s still the best performing pattern in NATO’s inventory- under nir. 3: Multicam has pink in it & the British used pink in North Africa, in WW2.

@c_branco Жыл бұрын

Very informative video! Never thought ACU could be transformed into an effective camo! Really cool! Greatings from Portugal 🇵🇹

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! It really amazed me as well! Welcome to the channel, and to Southeastern Ohio through my videos!!

@TexanTheFirst Жыл бұрын

I used to dye old, faded BDU garments years ago. This is some great info. Thanks for sharing!

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! I love doing this kind of stuff. I'm grateful to have the means to share it!

@Clockwork0nions Жыл бұрын

alternatively, for those among us in places where nuts and acorns are not in abundance, you can use the dark brown or brown RIT dye to make ACU actually useful :)

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

True!

@ewaynegaskins4606 Жыл бұрын

Coffee works also

@williamolliges2622 5 ай бұрын

@@ewaynegaskins4606what’s the secret to using coffee? I have a sagebrush camo pattern shirt that’s faded to unusable. Tried coffee, but it didn’t stick.

@dorianrichardson6255 Жыл бұрын

I love it even in front of the trees standing still from a distance you would be blending in even in the open ground

@shkibby1 Жыл бұрын

The RIT dyes work well, too. I really like the Kelly Green for a springtime green ACU patterned pack. I'll have to gather up some walnuts for the next one!

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Cool! I've been researching RIT Dye Mixing Formulas to create specific colors. However, I have had no time to experiment with them.

@corporaterobotslave400 Жыл бұрын

Try some apple green, seems to be more nature-accurate.

@donscottvansandt4139 4 ай бұрын

My native American grandfather taught me to make stain from walnuts when I was very young.

@boonedockery7220 4 ай бұрын

You are a very fortunate man to have had that experience! Too little of that these days.

@cstgraphpads2091 Жыл бұрын

The uniform is the ACU, Army Combat Uniform. The pattern is UCP, Universal Camoflage Pattern.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

@debluetailfly Жыл бұрын

There is red in camo. Colors are mixed to make the cam0 colors. I have a camo fleece hoodie. The first time I washed it, the water was blood red! Glad I washed it in a bucket by itself. Just found your channel, so you have a new sub.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Thank You Very Much Daniel! I deeply appreciate your comment and subscription!

@Scannerhead Жыл бұрын

Don't forget to check E-bay also. Adding vinegar to dyes also helps it set. What about tie dyeing ? Got lots of walnut trees on my property defiantly will be trying some experiments. Noticed the not as dark did seem to have a little better camo pattern on the floor of the forest.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

I have used Vinegar with Rit Dye on items in the past and it really help set the pigment in the fabric. So far all of the items I dyed with the walnut hulls has set very well. The key is to have a lot of hulls in your dye bath. I was very happy to have had the opportunity to try a few experiments at The Central Ohio Bushcraft Gathering! The trousers I dyed with only hot water and a single bag of dried hulls did a great job of changing the pattern just enough to be effective. Ideally, I would like the dye to be half way between the color of the blouse and the trousers. I am not going to re-dye the trousers so I can test the pattern/color effectiveness from now through Spring. I have found some great deals on eBay, however, I have learned that when I add links to those items they sell out quickly and are no longer available from the linked sellers when viewers look for them. I found another great vendor that have amazing deals on new never issued items in ACU. I plan on placing an order from them this afternoon. store.glennsarmysurplus.com/acu-digital-c410.aspx There are 3 pages of ACU items. Check them out and compare them with the eBay items and prices. Currently, it has become very important to get the most/ best for our money. Have a great day!

@slappy8941 Жыл бұрын

Defiantly isn't the same as definitely.

@swani3060 Жыл бұрын

I have the same curiosity about doing tie-dye! Seems logical that partial or multi-colored dying would also help break up your outline.

@colebenacquista3338 Жыл бұрын

Lol. Thanks for the laughs man. Miss you.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Brother! The day you posted this, I was walnut dyeing UCP/ACUs in the backyard. I was thinking a lot about you and our trip to the U.P. because I was using one of those staffs we cut and brought home as a dye bath stirring stick. That was a great adventure. Miss You Too Brother!!!!

@kennethwilson8633 Жыл бұрын

Nice if I saw you in the woods I would think senior Bigfoot. Have fun stay safe.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Thank You Kenneth! I am seriously considering naming the new and improved pattern the Squatch or Sasquatch Pattern!

@Quantrills.Raiders Жыл бұрын

ACUs came out as soon as i went to basic training, the drill sgts hated it too but they explained ACUs were meant to blend into urban environments because at the time most of the fighting was in cities in iraq where we had to blend into concrete and rubble. The multicam became popular when the fighting increased in Afghanistan where a lot of the fighting took place in fields and around mud colored huts near villages.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for adding a back story for folks to add to their knowledge and understanding! Much appreciated!

@Psalm144.1 Жыл бұрын

I’m in the Army now (over 18 years). The ACU pattern sucks overall. It’s supposed to be the optimal camouflage from being viewed by Night Vision. It was not about urban. It was purely on the assumption that neer peer threats are actually using NVD. If you watch any videos of the Russians in Ukraine right now, you won’t see night vision on their vehicles let alone troops.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

@@Psalm144.1 TRUTH!!!

@Quantrills.Raiders Жыл бұрын

@@Psalm144.1 the name of the color used in the pattern is literally "urbangrey501". But you're right about the night vision, i heard that too

@riftvallance2087 Жыл бұрын

@@Quantrills.Raiders My understanding was it was supposed to be multi functional. Problem being that it tried to do too many things at once which resulted in it not being able to do anything well.

@cheeseman417 16 күн бұрын

Dude, I just watched your video!, that walnut looks awesome!, actual army issued acu is ridiculously cheap and available right now, meanwhile Navy AOR 2 I dont think is even available for the public! I had actually been considering picking up ACU camo and dyeing it in Navy green.., the Pantone info is out there on the net because it looks just like tree leaf.

@jhutch1470 8 ай бұрын

I think I liked the pants the best. The lightest shade you had was the best looking.

@ModernRefugee Жыл бұрын

I’ve got walnuts and a acu shirt. I’m going to try this. I’ve dyed other things with black walnuts, like t-shirts and micarta knife scales. So this sounds like a good progression. Thank you.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

OOOOOOOOOoooooooo..... Micarta....... BRILLIANT! ANOTHER VIDEO!!!!! Thank You!!!! Just out of curiosity, have you ever tried tie-dyeing with walnut hulls? It's on my to do list. Good luck with any and everything you dye in the future! If you'd like to share some pics email them to boonedockery1750@gmail.com I'd love to see them. Have a great evening!

@ModernRefugee Жыл бұрын

@@boonedockery7220 I have not tried tie dyeing and if I’ll can get the acu shirt to turn out I will do a video on it and will definitely mention I got the idea from you. Thank you for your video and ideas!

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

@@ModernRefugee Thank You! I just subscribed to your channel and can't wait to start watching!

@jasonsolis5416 Жыл бұрын

I collect many cami load outs, but I live in an apartment in Los Angeles ( married marine who can’t wait to move) I think acu works excellent where I live, all the buildings and sidewalks. I use the abu tiger stripe variant. It’s cheap too. I would recommend other Camo for outdoor environments

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Solid Info! Thank You!

@Xtree_mist Жыл бұрын

I love this acu fix there is so much of this failed pattern out there and this is a great way to fix the base hue. I would really like to see the performance of 50/50 nyco acu pattern after walnut dying under night vision. From a tactical perspective if it works under night vision this will be viral.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Joshua, first of all, Thank You! Secondly, you are really on to something! I hadn't considered how the dye would affect the "Night Vision" aspect of the pattern. I know it was specifically designed to be an effective night vision countermeasure pattern. I'll have to reach out to some of my friends to see if anyone has a night vision device. If it works, I'm with you, It Will Go Viral! It Will Be A Walnut Dying Revolution!

@loneyager5577 Жыл бұрын

I don’t think that he was referring to the pattern but more the ir reflectivity of the fabric s2 underground has an excellent video on the subject for example most laundry detergents have color brighteners that can ruin camo under night vision making it much more reflective but ya from what I’ve seen for this purpose walnut dyeing this pattern is a wonderful idea how the military didn’t think of dong something similar at scale blows my mind. Keep up the great work

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

@@loneyager5577 Thank You Very Much!!!

@topsecretclownbusiness2266 Жыл бұрын

I really know the history with this camo going along with marpat and all the controversy with the Marines suing people it's just all nuts this is incredibly funny and smart.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Thank You!

@topsecretclownbusiness2266 Жыл бұрын

@@boonedockery7220 you're welcome and you earned it by being smart and having a certain kind of thinking about you sir God bless.

@jthebk3864 Жыл бұрын

Only addition I'd make is razor blading off the velcro name tag section or putting some died patches on them, definitely a great outcome.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

I will definitely be removing the Velcro from all future dye projects!

@peterscotney1 10 ай бұрын

I dyed my sandy coloured khaki trousers n shirt with a chocolate brown and ended up with a nutria brown that looked the same as the old South African uniform, I was well pleased with the finish !

@boonedockery7220 9 ай бұрын

Very Nice!

@ben8086 Жыл бұрын

This popped up in my recommended. I really admire your humor ,and your creativity.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Thank You Very Much Ben! I hope you find one or two more of my videos you like!

@shelleypilcher3812 Жыл бұрын

Here I wanted to watch a movie and I found just the one. Loved your intro.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Thank You Shelley! You think I should quit my day job and go pro with this comedy/illusionist thing?😆😅😄😉😊👍

@shelleypilcher3812 Жыл бұрын

@@boonedockery7220 only if u know how to survive and thrive without money , or you make more doing your fun skits.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

@@shelleypilcher3812 😂🤣😅😆👍👍👍I think I'll stick to my day job!

@another3997 25 күн бұрын

The top is too dark, it 'blobs out' once you're a few yards away. But the trousers are pretty good. Up close, the normal UCP looks terrible in the woods, however, try the original, undyed garments at a longer distance... you might be surprised at how effective it can be. The pink hues you mentioned won't stand out beyond arms length. Besides, a beach or desert can look pink at times, as can many environments at sunrise or sunset.

@brianl426 Жыл бұрын

Outstanding news on the ACU pouches and other accessories. Glad they took the stain.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Same here Brian! I have an order of pouches and packs arriving tomorrow. More Videos To Come!

@dennisfarris5960 Жыл бұрын

In my hippie daze I tie dyed my thermal underwear camo with walnut, onion skins and oak galls. Worked like a dream.

@alexkauff Жыл бұрын

I like this idea! 3 questions: 1) How badly does this bleed from sweat? 2) (Long shot) How does this look under night vision? 3) (EDIT: I watched your video about permethrin and it answered my third question.)

@thirdlantern Жыл бұрын

Great video! The tones on that are sweet. Also, UCP is a perfect example of DC getting its bread buttered and real Americans dying from their corruption.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

AMEN!!!! AMEN!!!! AMEN!!!! COULDN"T AGREE MORE AND WELL SAID!!!!!

@derrickdavis4488 6 ай бұрын

i just found your channel im hooked.love your humor

@boonedockery7220 6 ай бұрын

Thank You! You must have the "Awesome" chromosome. Those that have it "Like" my channel...😅😆😄😅😆😄👍

@Barnes-ml9wg Жыл бұрын

It takes a lot to impress me. I'm impressed sir

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

THANK YOU!!!!!!!

@last_raven Жыл бұрын

I'm sure you've all heard this a million and one times but be very wary of what you wash your cammies with if you want them to stay proper cammies. Any optical brighteners etc and you'll glow like a Christmas tree when terminator comes looking for you under night vision

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

ABSOLUTE TRUTH! Never Let The Wife Wash Your UCP/ACUs! Use Vinegar and Borax!

@a.freeman819 Жыл бұрын

Pink was used by the British commandos during WW2. Specifically, they painted their trucks pink. Its an interesting story that I recommend looking into.

@99Racker Жыл бұрын

They used the pink in the desert of Africa.

@awyeagames Жыл бұрын

That funny skit intro was great 😂

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, I prefer to have fun with the videos. It's all a matter of available time...

@LancerMyMan Жыл бұрын

Really good reuse of the ACUs. I wore this pattern from 2007 through 2014, and was issued Multicam when deployed, so the Army didn’t think think it was very useful. The ACU uniform was comfortable. With silk weight underwear and waffle fleece, it could be worn in the field without a jacket until it got below freezing. Dying this uniform from surplus is likely cheaper than buying a new set of the latest pattern, and it will hold up well enough for most backwoods activity. I used surplus uniforms before I was in service, and they definitely were cheaper than fancy, name brand gear, and never had an issue with function or wear.

@LancerMyMan Жыл бұрын

I would recommend dying a set of the desert tan waffle fleece, top and bottom. Great under garment, and a very cheap surplus item when “new”. Only get fleece made with Polartec because that was the GI issued fleece. I wear one a lot and it works great like a sweater, but breaths and dries fast.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Great information! Thank you for sharing it!

@donscottvansandt4139 4 ай бұрын

That stuff stands out like a terd in a punch bowl! 😂 but I love it when you die it ...

@huntsman95 Жыл бұрын

Even our desert Digi utilities will take a pinkish tinge when they fade a bit

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

One of the commenters of this thread, told me that the pink and yellow hues that appear are present in the flame retardant that some of the clothing is made with. I haven't had the time to check the labels to confirm it with my clothing yet but I will this afternoon.

@gp556by45 6 ай бұрын

Short answer: The US Army refused to pay the license fees that Crye Precision set. We got UCP. Troops complained for over a decade. The US Army then tweeked Multicam just enough for it to be Scorpion W2 and not infringe on Multicam spec patterns. Not like it mattered in the end because Multicam is one of the most prolific pirated camoflague patterns in the world at the moment.

@DF4Trap Жыл бұрын

Very cool, My last set I painted with camo paint. I will have to give this a try. I put some walnuts a side for such an occasion. Thanks for sharing.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

That's fantastic! Please let me know how it turns out! If you can please send pics to boonedockery1750@gmail.com .

@1ronKnuckles Жыл бұрын

An amazing adaptation turning trash into treasure. I expect this to explode around the surplus using community. For sure I will. Instead of a cap please walnut dye your hair and post a update :)

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

I agree! After I found out that the walnut hulls would dye the Cordura Nylon successfully I started looking at ACU pouches, packs and equipment and I discovered, there are some FANTASTIC items out there! Great Designs by many high-end gear companies all at incredible prices! No one buys them because of the pattern/color. I'm going to go on an ACU shopping spree and get back to DYING! Believe it or not, I had to dye my hair brown when I portrayed Daniel Boone in the History Channel Documentary "Boone and Crockett- The Hunter Heroes". As my hair grew out, I looked like a skunk! 😆😅😄👍 However, I have no plans to walnut dye my hair anytime soon! 😉😊👍

@rangerchief8004 Жыл бұрын

I used a Apple Green dye on a pair of ACU and it blended beautifully into the surrounding woods of North Carolina.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Awesome I LOVE The North Carolina Wilderness Areas!

@rangerchief8004 Жыл бұрын

@@boonedockery7220. Got stationed here in 88 and love the surrounding country but the cities are a different thing. Keep up the great info. 👍

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

@@rangerchief8004 I can't do cities. I'd feel like a caged animal. Thank You, I'll keep on keep'n on for as long as I can!

@FOVoid Жыл бұрын

13:10 Holy cow! You blend in perfectly with that tree.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

I want to get rid of the brown rectangles of Velcro and then they will blend much better!

@_jwhite426_7 Жыл бұрын

Love your ideas. I live in Illinois and my acu don't work for the woods. Now they will. Thanks. And now you have a new subscriber. JWHITE 426.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

With great appreciation, Thank You!

@_jwhite426_7 Жыл бұрын

@@boonedockery7220 Your welcome. I like down to earth KZfaq creaters. I watched one video and knew i need to subscribe. Keep up the great work 👍. JWHITE 426.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

@@_jwhite426_7 Thank You! I needed this tonight!

@johnnylesley5450 Жыл бұрын

Your walnut dying looks GREAT! The question I have is how can you dye the straps and waist belt on a Molle 2 pack without the heat damaging the padding?

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Thank You! I made a huge order of packs, pouches, harnesses and belts from Glenn's Army Surplus Inc. I will be walnut dyeing everything and will post a video about it soon. The "test" pouch I did turned out really dark. I'm going to machine was it to see how the dye took. I'm not particularly worried about the padding but I will not be dyeing the molle medium ruck frame. I think the heat will warp it.

@johnnylesley5450 Жыл бұрын

@@boonedockery7220 I agree about the frame, it being plastic I don't think it would even accept any dye. The shoulder straps and waist belt I think the heat will destroy the padding.

@patricklemoine1818 Жыл бұрын

ArmyNavyOutdoors is a great place to pick up gear , just about everything I've gotten from Filbe Marines rucksack to Army rucksack and Air Force gear.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

AGREED!!!

@lokiwartooth1138 Жыл бұрын

What a perfect color. Great info

@ppspsd Жыл бұрын

Outstanding brother!!! You are on to something!! I do like your first method of dyeing it's a little darker, and it would really work VERY WELL in my AO. AWESOME!! Thanks for sharing and for your time in doing such a lengthy project!!!

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much more comment is very much appreciated!!!!

@peytonhohenstein3249 Жыл бұрын

Now the one I would say, I think the ACU pattern may well have been effective in an arctic or sub-arctic environment, maybe not perfect, but if paired with white it may work well

@Dakurar Жыл бұрын

That somehow looks more aesthetic and useful. Well done.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

I feel they are equal.

@Mr_A_Observations Жыл бұрын

Great video. I had to use my wifes seam ripper and take off all the velcro from all my surplus. Im not a patch guy anyway.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Using the seam ripper is my plan for the next set. I wear the patches I design for the most part but with the Velcro real-estate they put on those uniforms, I could rent out advertising space on them!

@Woodland_Warrior Жыл бұрын

Love the video! It was incredibly well done. I also greatly appreciate how down to earth and quick to the point you are while not skimping out on good supplementary information. Liked and subscribed. Keep up the great work, can’t wait to see whats to come.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Thank You! This Comment Is DEEPLY APPRECIATED!

@Woodland_Warrior Жыл бұрын

@@boonedockery7220 Of course!

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

@@Woodland_Warrior 👍

@bobking6348 Жыл бұрын

Walnut Dying. Here’s another rabbit 🐇 hole for me to go down!!

@taylorjackson8464 Жыл бұрын

Curious how the air force tiger stripe uniforms with this cooling would look with dye.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Taylor I think it would probably look better than the ACU!

@shadowbannedaccont9479 Жыл бұрын

I'm going to try with acorns I'll let you know

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

@@shadowbannedaccont9479 AWESOME! Please Do!

@daveouterspace Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video . Even if using purchased dye the savings would still be significant but I have a walnut forest near my house so I will do this method

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

That's Awesome AND Thank You!!!!

@holleneichhornchen3662 Жыл бұрын

I will try this. Thank you for sharing this idea.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Thank You! Share some pics of the final results. My email is boonedockery1750@gmail.com

@sierraMaddin Жыл бұрын

Genius idea

@SpicyCactus Жыл бұрын

The velcro patches on the front scream "shoot me here"

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

yeah..... they're going bye bye....

@culley8841 Жыл бұрын

The virgin ACU vs the chad MARPAT.

@rippersix293 Жыл бұрын

“There’s no pink in camouflage!” As I sit here, looking at the pink camouflaged vehicles of the SAS Long Range Desert Group in the North African campaign of WWII

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

@rippersix293 Жыл бұрын

@@boonedockery7220 no harm no foul, friend. I figured it was for comedic effect. I really enjoy your channel, keep up the good work!

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

@@rippersix293 Thank You! 👍

@helgeb.7200 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for this video! This reminds me of a book on US Civil War uniforms. It also described how the Southern states, out of necessity, dyed their uniforms with walnut shells. A Yankee officer noted "the rebels wore strange brown uniforms that were very ugly to look at." 🤭 NO! This looks pretty good and is quiet an improvement of the grey AT pattern! Congratulations! 👍 This is really awesome and a good inspiration!

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Thank You Very Much! The Colonial Frontiersmen used walnut dyeing extensively during the 18th century as well. I'm very pleased you enjoyed the video!

@harrisonbuck2749 6 ай бұрын

Just to be pedantic haha, the sas painted theyre landrovers pink because it blended into the desert sunset. The pink panthers.

@JourneysADRIFT Жыл бұрын

The pinkish tone is to aid in dawn/dusk operations in the desert. Take a look at classic desert camo from WW2, various groups used a pinkish color.

@frontiersurvival-1 Жыл бұрын

My kinda channel right here! Enjoyed tremendously. New subscriber here!

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Thank You!

@ldn0224 Жыл бұрын

Very cool. reminds me here in southwest faded old tiger stripe blends with sage brush.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Thank You! I'd like to travel across the country just to see how many other places this dye color works well. Not to mention during different seasons.

@DanzigDemento Жыл бұрын

There was an Air Force Security Forces guy that would play MilSim paintball with us. He used green RIT dye on ACU’s and he disappeared in the woods.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Cool! I've been researching RIT Dye formulas for specific colors. I've got several "recipes" I want to try but haven't found the time to do it yet.

@DriveByShouting Жыл бұрын

The UCP Camouflage pattern served us well when attached with 10th Mountain in and out of COP’s in the two combat deployments I had in the Mountains of Afghanistan. UCP also works surprisingly well in deciduous woodlands during winter. ‘The Grey’ tone in it helps it absorb whatever color it’s surrounded by. Even in this video you can see this effect with the tree trunks (Not the leaves). It starts to become really hard to spot at a distance starting at 100 Meters and out. Much the same way A-TACS AU (The Brown/Tan Variant often looks like the FG when used in Green/Woodlands. Light Refraction, absorbtion, and reflection can play some interesting tricks to the human eye. (Cameras make UCP look a lot worse than it is). And no camo works well when moving.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

For Me, My take on camo is, There Is NO Universal camo. You gotta find what works best for you in your AO in the seasons you operate in them. The KEY POINTS YOU SO MASTERFULLY TOUCHED UPON is what we all must consider, per environment and per season. Clint! This was a great comment! Thank You For Sharing This!!!!

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

OH Scouts Out Brother! Cavalry Leads The Way! THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE from an old cav scout! God Bless You!

@ivanquiles4903 Жыл бұрын

@@boonedockery7220 In doctrine it specifically says that UCP is basically a jack of all trades, master of none.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

@@ivanquiles4903 That doesn't surprise me.

@JoeZelensky Жыл бұрын

It did nobody good.

@coppertopv365 Жыл бұрын

I like the "Dyed" ACU look ... Army should've went with a similar styled look

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

It would have been far more effective (IMHO)!

@23ilfred Жыл бұрын

The red clay at Fort Benning turned my ACU’s pink.

@evanleclaire Жыл бұрын

This could be the next camo color- Walnut dyed clothing

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

If I can perfect the process of a consistent color, I'll patent it! 😆😅😄😊😉👍

@infidelsunlimited1028 Жыл бұрын

Walnut that's cute we did the same thing in Vietnam with spray paints of different types so..

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Don't quite get the "cute" thing, but I have read about soldiers in various units spray painting blue jeans and other none issued clothing for use on patrol. They always did mix-n-match with issue patters and civilian clothing. I think it's awesome that someone that actually did this shared it with me! Thank you for your service and Welcome Home!

@joepatriot4514 Жыл бұрын

The darker top works better than the lighter color pants. But still better than original color. Good information. 👍

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

I Agree and Thank You!

@pinejungleboogie3563 Жыл бұрын

I’m gonna have to try this with wild black walnuts

@garrettwilson1215 Жыл бұрын

Awsome! Can't wait to watch the other video and try it! I bought molle ll ruck shoulder straps for my treestand and got DCU camo because it was cheapest but the tan is driving me crazy! Thanks

@TacDyne Жыл бұрын

"There's no pink in camouflage! Ever!"... Oh yes there is. Quartz is pink. You need pink to blend into it, which means desert camo needs pink. Look at 3 color desert. It's one of the two best desert camo patterns ever made.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

@ivanquiles4903 Жыл бұрын

Now I got a use for all those ucp pattern uniforms that I don't fit in anymore. Seriously, I got a bunch of pouches that I've been wanting to dye.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Ivan, I'm dyeing a ton of UCP kit today. Pouches, Harnesses, Packs, and Belts. Look for the video soon.

@theroidragedtrex7908 Жыл бұрын

Seen a few other channels do this and it's making me wanna get my hands on a couple pairs of blouses and trousers. Looks like the walnut is perfect for the dead leaves meanwhile you kinda stick out up top, no matter. There's a fella that used an apple green dye here on YT, you probably seen him, blends perfectly with summer foliage. I would be very impressed if you did a green dye using natural ingredients like you did the walnut, however that seems like a difficult process being that the green from any plant is gonna turn brown... Dunno, but I think if you did you'd have perfect summer and winter uniforms. Hell I think a green blouse for foliage and walnut pants for the forest floor might look strange but could be very effective at a moderate distance.

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Although I have not tried it yet, There are sources I have readily available that are suppose to produce good green dyes. They Are: Mint, Grasses, Spinach, Sorrel, Queen Anne's Lace, Milk Weed, Plantain Roots, and Nettles.

@theroidragedtrex7908 Жыл бұрын

@@boonedockery7220 hell yeah

@MB-jg4tr Жыл бұрын

@@boonedockery7220 I believe Nettles were used for dying WWII OD uniforms, nettle works well as a dye

@jwgbmp40 3 ай бұрын

I always cut that velcro off those too..

@jameseagle8242 Жыл бұрын

Great vids! Thanks for posting! I saw your watch in the camo paint vid for your water bottle (3 months ago)and I was curious as to what kind it was. Thanks!

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! My watch is a basic Timex Expedition in OD I bought on sale from Walmart for $24.00. I've had it for abought 5 years. The light died but other than that, It still works great. I own a Luminox SEALs watch, the battery died in about 2 years and the watch band broke after a year wearing it. I have to send it away to have the battery replaced. With shipping and service costs, it's about $75.00 and once shipped to them, I should get it back in 3 to 4 weeks. So, I haven't done that yet. My Timex Just Keeps On Ticking!

@DarkMetaOFFICIAL Жыл бұрын

This man snapped his fingers and became a human tree 😂🤣

@MTwoodsrunner Жыл бұрын

Much Betterer!!!...Loved the open...Thanks amigo...woods

@boonedockery7220 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Brother! I will often tell my students to try a particular technique as it will make their work "More Gooder"! Some think it's hilarious others get highly annoyed... I'm happy either way!😊😊😊👍