Can civilians buy military surplus gear? Yes, civilians can buy military surplus gear. Military surplus stores specialize in selling these items to the public. They offer a wide range of products that were once used by the military but are now available for civilian use.

Military surplus are goods, usually matériel, that are sold or otherwise disposed of when held in excess or are no longer needed by the military. Entrepreneurs often buy these goods and resell them at surplus stores.

A larger military surplus business may operate as a surplus center, offering a more limited range of goods than a small army surplus store. One key similarity is that surplus stores and centers both offer surplus new and used products at discounted prices.

Grade 1 condition: Surplus item that has been previously worn and with all functioning items working such as zips, buttons and velcro. No holes, rips or repairs. Might have writing or badges on the item.